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$30+ Cheap flights from California to Salinas, CA, CA

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Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
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Cheap flight deals from California to Salinas

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Salinas (S9N). 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 November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from California to Salinas
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Mon 12/96:40 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Tue 12/178:04 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$49
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Tue 12/174:37 pmSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
Mon 1/208:06 amSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 44mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$52
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Sat 12/75:30 amLAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 44mFrontier
Mon 12/93:05 pmSFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$52
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Sun 12/87:05 amONT - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Mon 12/94:32 pmSFO - ONT
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$59
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Thu 12/128:00 amLAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/1510:59 pmSFO - LAS
Nonstop1h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$65
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Sun 12/89:04 amBUR - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mFrontier
Mon 12/99:39 amSFO - BUR
Nonstop1h 18mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$71
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/232:47 pmSNA - SFO
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Fri 12/275:11 pmSFO - SNA
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$73
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Thu 12/196:15 amSAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/196:46 pmSFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$86
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Fri 12/1310:20 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mDelta
Sun 12/156:20 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 11/21$97
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Wed 12/114:31 pmBUR - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/1710:16 amSFO - BUR
Nonstop1h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$97
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/226:31 pmPSP - SFO
1 stop5h 50mFrontier
Tue 12/243:57 pmSFO - PSP
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$103
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Sun 12/296:00 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 34mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/18:04 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$104

Find flights from California to Salinas within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Salinas 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 12/31

8:21 am-9:51 am

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 1/1

8:04 am-9:34 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$45

Las VegasSan Francisco

LAS - SFO

LASSFO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/14

4:12 pm-6:00 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

San Francisco

Wed 1/15

8:04 am-9:40 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$47

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Tue 12/17

4:37 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

San Francisco

Mon 1/20

8:06 am-9:50 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$52

OntarioSan Francisco

ONT - SFO

ONTSFO

Ontario

Tue 3/25

7:36 am-9:02 am

Nonstop1h 26m

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

5:15 am-6:36 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$56

BurbankSan Francisco

BUR - SFO

BURSFO

Burbank Bob Hope

Sun 12/8

9:04 am-10:28 am

Nonstop1h 24m

San Francisco

Mon 12/9

9:39 am-10:57 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$71

Santa AnaSan Francisco

SNA - SFO

SNASFO

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 12/23

2:47 pm-4:21 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

San Francisco

Fri 12/27

5:11 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$73

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Thu 12/19

6:15 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 50m

San Francisco

Thu 12/19

6:46 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$86

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Thu 12/12

4:10 pm-5:49 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

San Francisco

Thu 12/12

8:50 pm-10:27 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$92

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 1/13

7:06 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 1/23

6:45 am-8:16 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$97

BurbankSan Francisco

BUR - SFO

BURSFO

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 12/11

4:31 pm-6:03 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

San Francisco

Tue 12/17

10:16 am-11:30 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$97

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Best time to book a flight from California to Salinas

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Salinas from California with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from California to Salinas

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from California to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 November 21, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from California 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from USCA to S9N are scheduled on a Thursday (168 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (56 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 November 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines from California to Salinas to help guide your decision. 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
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,290 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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 California to Salinas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How popular is this California to Salinas flight route?

    Within the past month, 430 users have taken a look at flights from California to Salinas.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $30. Users have also found prices from $44 and $48 on Alaska Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from California to Salinas is Los Angeles - San Francisco. You may also consider Ontario - San Francisco or Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - San Francisco.

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

    Before booking your flight to Salinas from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Horizon Air (100%), EVA Air (94%), ITA Airways( 91%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Salinas?

    While on average a flight from California to Salinas is generally $550, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $29. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $37 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Salinas (average of $276). Flying from California to Salinas in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Salinas

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$78FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$29Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$39Average$135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$45Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$45Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$46Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$75Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$91Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$98Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
CitizenPlaneCheapest$180Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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