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$119+ Cheap flights from California to Helena (HLN)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — HLN
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sat 1/25
Sat 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Helena

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Helena (HLN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$237
(Delta)

One-way from

$119
(United Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from California to Helena
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Helena. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/45:30 amSFO - HLN
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Tue 3/115:45 amHLN - SFO
1 stop4h 29mDelta
Deal found 1/19$237
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/215:45 amLAX - HLN
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Thu 2/275:54 amHLN - LAX
1 stop7h 32mDelta
Deal found 1/20$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/96:20 amSAN - HLN
1 stop5h 15mDelta
Wed 4/161:03 pmHLN - SAN
1 stop4h 06mDelta
Deal found 1/20$283
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/46:00 amSFO - HLN
2 stops32h 42mAlaska Airlines
Tue 3/114:19 pmHLN - SFO
1 stop4h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$328
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/258:00 amSNA - HLN
1 stop6h 43mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/34:10 pmHLN - SNA
1 stop5h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/18$328
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/287:05 amBUR - HLN
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Sun 6/15:45 amHLN - BUR
1 stop4h 32mDelta
Deal found 1/18$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/255:05 pmSNA - HLN
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Wed 5/285:45 amHLN - SNA
1 stop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 1/18$329
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/296:10 amLAS - HLN
1 stop5h 25mDelta
Mon 9/11:03 pmHLN - LAS
1 stop4h 10mDelta
Deal found 1/20$335
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/256:00 amONT - HLN
1 stop5h 37mDelta
Sat 5/311:03 pmHLN - ONT
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Deal found 1/20$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 2/166:00 amLAS - HLN
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/236:45 amHLN - LAS
1 stop5h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$369
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/277:00 amLAX - HLN
1 stop7h 38mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/34:15 pmHLN - LAX
1 stop5h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/155:15 pmOAK - HLN
1 stop4h 18mDelta
Tue 7/291:03 pmHLN - OAK
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 1/20$374

Find flights from California to Helena within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Helena 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 January 20, 2025.

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San FranciscoHelena

SFO - HLN

SFOHLN

San Francisco

Tue 3/4

5:30 am-12:50 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Helena

Tue 3/11

5:45 am-9:14 am

1 stop4h 29m

$237

San DiegoHelena

SAN - HLN

SANHLN

San Diego

Wed 4/9

6:20 am-12:35 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Helena

Wed 4/16

1:03 pm-4:09 pm

1 stop4h 06m

$283

Los AngelesHelena

LAX - HLN

LAXHLN

Los Angeles

Sat 3/1

7:04 am-1:25 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Helena

Mon 3/3

2:05 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$317

San FranciscoHelena

SFO - HLN

SFOHLN

San Francisco

Tue 3/4

6:00 am-3:42 pm

2 stops32h 42m

Helena

Tue 3/11

4:19 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$328

Los AngelesHelena

LAX - HLN

LAXHLN

Los Angeles

Sun 5/25

7:00 am-3:43 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Helena

Tue 6/3

4:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$328

Santa AnaHelena

SNA - HLN

SNAHLN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/25

8:00 am-3:43 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Helena

Tue 6/3

4:10 pm-8:30 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$328

BurbankHelena

BUR - HLN

BURHLN

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 5/28

7:05 am-12:37 pm

1 stop4h 32m

Helena

Sun 6/1

5:45 am-9:17 am

1 stop4h 32m

$329

Los AngelesHelena

LAX - HLN

LAXHLN

Los Angeles

Wed 5/28

5:45 am-12:37 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Helena

Tue 6/3

5:45 am-9:09 am

1 stop4h 24m

$329

Santa AnaHelena

SNA - HLN

SNAHLN

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 5/25

5:05 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Helena

Wed 5/28

5:45 am-9:11 am

1 stop4h 26m

$329

OntarioHelena

ONT - HLN

ONTHLN

Ontario

Sun 5/25

6:00 am-12:37 pm

1 stop5h 37m

Helena

Sat 5/31

1:03 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop4h 16m

$354

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Best time to book a flight from California to Helena

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Travel insights for flights from California to Helena

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Helena including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Helena (average of $353). Flying from California to Helena in July is currently the most expensive (average of $638). 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 HLN?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Helena. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Helena as you normally would.

Rainfall in Helena by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Helena ranges from 0.3 - 2.1 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.1 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Helena when rainfall is around 0.3 in.

Temperature in Helena by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Helena, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 21.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Helena

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Helena. 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 Helena. Reviews last updated January 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines from California to Helena. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Helena from California?

    Helena (HLN), located 2.7 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from California to Helena.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $119. Users have also found prices from $119 and $141 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Helena consider Sacramento Intl - Helena, Los Angeles - Helena or San Francisco - Helena as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Helena 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 Helena?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Helena (average of $353). Flying from California to Helena in July is currently the most expensive (average of $638). 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 3 airlines flying from California to Helena

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from California to Helena. 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 January 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$98Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$319Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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