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$120+ Cheap flights from Austin (AUS) to Salinas, CA, CA

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AUS — SFO
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
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The best prices from Austin Bergstrom to Salinas are usually found in August or September, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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One-way from

$120
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Cheapest flights from Austin to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Austin to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/126:10 amAUS - SFO
1 stop9h 23mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/167:00 amSFO - AUS
Nonstop3h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$234
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/183:42 pmAUS - SFO
Nonstop4h 07mAlaska Airlines
Wed 3/197:00 amSFO - AUS
Nonstop3h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$237
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/256:10 amAUS - SFO
1 stop20h 23mFrontier
Thu 6/56:00 amSFO - AUS
1 stop15h 23mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$238
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/148:45 amAUS - SFO
Nonstop4h 02mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 5/208:49 pmSFO - AUS
1 stop7h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$247
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Tue 4/227:30 amAUS - SFO
Nonstop4h 01mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/222:46 pmSFO - AUS
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$248
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Tue 3/256:09 amAUS - SFO
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Thu 3/271:35 pmSFO - AUS
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 2/20$295
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Fri 4/45:54 pmAUS - SFO
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/612:47 amSFO - AUS
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$307
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Tue 5/67:15 pmAUS - SFO
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Thu 5/86:35 amSFO - AUS
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$312

Find flights from Austin to Salinas within your budget

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Austin

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Salinas

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AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 3/12

6:10 am-1:33 pm

1 stop9h 23m

San Francisco

Sun 3/16

7:00 am-12:26 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

$234

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 3/18

3:42 pm-5:49 pm

Nonstop4h 07m

San Francisco

Wed 3/19

7:00 am-12:30 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

$237

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 5/25

6:10 am-12:33 am

1 stop20h 23m

San Francisco

Thu 6/5

6:00 am-11:23 pm

1 stop15h 23m

$238

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 5/14

8:45 am-10:47 am

Nonstop4h 02m

San Francisco

Tue 5/20

8:49 pm-6:05 am

1 stop7h 16m

$247

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 4/22

7:30 am-9:31 am

Nonstop4h 01m

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

2:46 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$248

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 3/25

6:09 am-12:49 pm

1 stop8h 40m

San Francisco

Thu 3/27

1:35 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$295

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 4/4

5:54 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop7h 47m

San Francisco

Sun 4/6

12:47 am-8:25 am

1 stop5h 38m

$307

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 5/6

7:15 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 5/8

6:35 am-4:50 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$312

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 5/27

5:13 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$121

AustinSan Francisco

AUS - SFO

AUSSFO

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 5/21

7:28 am-12:39 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$128

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Travel insights for flights from Austin to Salinas

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Austin to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Austin to Salinas. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Austin to Salinas, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Austin to Salinas?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Austin to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 AUS to S9N?

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

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

What is the cheapest day to fly from Austin to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Austin to Salinas. Price data was last updated on March 17, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Austin to Salinas flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Austin to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from Austin to Salinas. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from AUS to S9N are scheduled on a Thursday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

Rainfall in Salinas by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Salinas ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Salinas when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Salinas by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Salinas, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. 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 Salinas. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Austin to Salinas. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,765 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Austin to Salinas. 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 from for flights from Austin to Salinas?

    If you book a flight to Salinas from Austin, you will be flying from Austin Bergstrom, which is the city’s only airport. Austin Bergstrom (AUS) is located 7.5 mi from the center of Austin. There are 26 flights from Austin Bergstrom to Salinas per day from 7 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Austin to Salinas flight route?

    Flights from Austin Bergstrom to Salinas have been viewed 81 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Austin to Salinas one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Austin to Salinas are Frontier ($120), Hawaiian Airlines ($128), and Delta ($129).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Austin to Salinas?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Austin to Salinas are Air China (100%), SkyWest Airlines (97%) and ANA (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Austin to Salinas?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $138. While the most popular route (Austin Bergstrom - San Francisco) can be booked for $134 on average our data indicates $1,176 when flying from Austin to Salinas.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Austin to Salinas that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Austin to Salinas?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Austin to Salinas?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Austin to Salinas 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 Austin to Salinas?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from Austin to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $403). 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 Austin to Salinas

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Austin to Salinas. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$138Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$237Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$306Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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