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$42+ Cheap flights from California to Dallas

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LAX — DFW
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Cheap flight deals from California to Dallas

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Round-trip from

$86
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One-way from

$42
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$247
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Cheapest flights from California to Dallas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Dallas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1511:07 amSJC - DFW
Nonstop3h 36mSpirit Airlines
Thu 4/248:20 amDFW - SJC
Nonstop3h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$86
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/2411:12 pmLAX - DFW
Nonstop3h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/293:28 pmDFW - LAX
1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$87
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/184:48 pmLAX - DFW
Nonstop3h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/198:00 amDFW - LAX
Nonstop3h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$90
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/216:03 pmONT - DFW
Nonstop3h 03mFrontier
Wed 4/2312:13 pmDFW - ONT
Nonstop3h 24mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$98
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/59:08 pmSAN - DFW
1 stop6h 42mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/64:28 pmDFW - SAN
1 stop5h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$100
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Thu 4/1710:49 amLAX - DFW
Nonstop3h 09mFrontier
Sun 4/208:00 amDFW - LAX
Nonstop3h 49mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$100
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/199:46 pmSAN - DFW
1 stop5h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/295:35 pmDFW - SAN
1 stop9h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$111
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/2512:11 amSFO - DFW
Nonstop3h 38mFrontier
Tue 4/298:59 pmDFW - SFO
Nonstop4h 09mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$138
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/196:25 amSAN - DFW
Nonstop3h 07mFrontier
Sat 4/266:00 amDFW - SAN
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$143
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/33:21 pmSNA - DFW
1 stop7h 00mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/58:22 pmDFW - SNA
2 stops27h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/303:28 pmSAN - DFW
Nonstop3h 02mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/3010:46 pmDFW - SAN
Nonstop3h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$174
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/16:50 amLAX - DAL
Nonstop3h 05mSouthwest
Tue 5/611:10 amDAL - LAX
Nonstop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/27$177

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Dallas that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Dallas that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Dallas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoseDallas

SJC - DFW

SJCDFW

San Jose

Tue 4/15

11:07 am-4:43 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 4/24

8:20 am-10:12 am

Nonstop3h 52m

$86

Los AngelesDallas

LAX - DFW

LAXDFW

Los Angeles

Thu 4/24

11:12 pm-4:15 am

Nonstop3h 03m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/29

3:28 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$87

Los AngelesDallas

LAX - DFW

LAXDFW

Los Angeles

Fri 4/18

4:48 pm-9:53 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 4/19

8:00 am-9:49 am

Nonstop3h 49m

$90

OntarioDallas

ONT - DFW

ONTDFW

Ontario

Mon 4/21

6:03 pm-11:06 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 4/23

12:13 pm-1:37 pm

Nonstop3h 24m

$98

Los AngelesDallas

LAX - DFW

LAXDFW

Los Angeles

Thu 4/17

10:49 am-3:58 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 4/20

8:00 am-9:49 am

Nonstop3h 49m

$100

San DiegoDallas

SAN - DFW

SANDFW

San Diego

Mon 5/5

9:08 pm-5:50 am

1 stop6h 42m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 5/6

4:28 pm-7:54 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$100

San DiegoDallas

SAN - DFW

SANDFW

San Diego

Sat 4/19

9:46 pm-5:30 am

1 stop5h 44m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/29

5:35 pm-12:42 am

1 stop9h 07m

$111

San FranciscoDallas

SFO - DFW

SFODFW

San Francisco

Fri 4/25

12:11 am-5:49 am

Nonstop3h 38m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 4/29

8:59 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop4h 09m

$138

San DiegoDallas

SAN - DFW

SANDFW

San Diego

Sat 4/19

6:25 am-11:32 am

Nonstop3h 07m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 4/26

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$143

Santa AnaDallas

SNA - DFW

SNADFW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/3

3:21 pm-12:21 am

1 stop7h 00m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 5/5

8:22 pm-9:29 pm

2 stops27h 07m

$158

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Best time to book a flight from California to Dallas

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Dallas

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Dallas?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Dallas (average of $216). Flying from California to Dallas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to DFW?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Dallas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

When flying from California to Dallas, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to Dallas

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Dallas. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to A78 are scheduled on a Friday (81 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

Rainfall in Dallas by month

Plan your trip to Dallas by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dallas ranges from 1.9 - 4.9 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. August is typically the driest time to visit Dallas when rainfall is around 1.9 in.

Temperature in Dallas by month

Plan your trip to Dallas by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dallas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dallas. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from California to Dallas, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,336 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Dallas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Dallas one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $42. Users have also found prices from $50 and $89 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Dallas?

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Dallas/Fort Worth, San Francisco - Dallas/Fort Worth or Burbank Bob Hope - Dallas/Fort Worth when deciding on the best route from California to Dallas.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Dallas?

    Consider Malaysia Airlines (100%), China Southern (95%) or SAUDIA (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from California to Dallas.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Dallas?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,023 for a flight from California to Dallas. The cheapest flight overall is $40 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Dallas/Fort Worth) is currently priced at $76.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Dallas that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Dallas flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Dallas?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Dallas.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Dallas?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Dallas by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Dallas?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Dallas (average of $216). Flying from California to Dallas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 7 airlines flying from California to Dallas

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from California to Dallas. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$57Average$195FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$61Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$109Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$129Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$152Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$171Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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