South Dakota

$55+ Cheap flights from California to South Dakota

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LAX — FSD
Feb 27 — Mar 61
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Cheap flight deals from California to South Dakota

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$134
(Frontier)

One-way from

$55
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$291

Good round-trip deal

$290 or less

Good one-way deal

$150 or less
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From California to South Dakota
One-way flight from California to South Dakota
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($34 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to South Dakota.
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Cheapest flights from California to South Dakota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to South Dakota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/612:59 amONT - FSD
1 stop10h 53mFrontier
Wed 3/122:51 pmFSD - ONT
1 stop11h 13mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$134
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Fri 7/183:04 pmLAX - RAP
Nonstop2h 38mAllegiant Air
Mon 7/217:32 pmRAP - LAX
Nonstop2h 44mAllegiant Air
Deal found 2/21$160
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/166:00 amLAX - FSD
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 4/192:45 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop5h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$209
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/22. 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.
Tue 5/2011:07 amSMF - FSD
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/255:45 pmFSD - SMF
1 stop8h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/22$239
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.
Thu 3/202:35 pmLAX - FSD
1 stop21h 17mFrontier
Mon 3/242:35 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop19h 57mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$249
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/193:50 pmLAX - FSD
1 stop5h 09mDelta
Sun 3/236:59 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop6h 50mDelta
Deal found 2/20$253
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Wed 4/162:20 pmSAN - RAP
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Mon 4/214:19 pmRAP - SAN
1 stop8h 04mDelta
Deal found 2/21$259
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Tue 4/83:15 pmSFO - RAP
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Tue 4/156:00 amRAP - SFO
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Deal found 2/20$259
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 3/176:00 amSFO - FSD
1 stop5h 45mFrontier
Mon 3/242:35 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop12h 08mFrontier
Deal found 2/21$261
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Thu 3/275:52 amLAX - RAP
1 stop9h 58mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/284:14 pmRAP - LAX
2 stops27h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/21$263
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 4/166:15 amONT - FSD
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/235:30 pmFSD - ONT
1 stop8h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$269
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Wed 4/233:00 pmSFO - FSD
1 stop5h 55mDelta
Sun 4/277:36 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Deal found 2/21$269

Find flights from California to South Dakota within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to South Dakota 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 February 22, 2025.

Fly from

California

Fly to

South Dakota

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OntarioSioux Falls

ONT - FSD

ONTFSD

Ontario

Thu 3/6

12:59 am-1:52 pm

1 stop10h 53m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 3/12

2:51 pm-12:04 am

1 stop11h 13m

$134

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Fri 7/18

3:04 pm-6:42 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Rapid City

Mon 7/21

7:32 pm-9:16 pm

Nonstop2h 44m

$160

Los AngelesSioux Falls

LAX - FSD

LAXFSD

Los Angeles

Wed 4/16

6:00 am-2:09 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 4/19

2:45 pm-6:28 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$209

SacramentoSioux Falls

SMF - FSD

SMFFSD

Sacramento Intl

Tue 5/20

11:07 am-9:38 pm

1 stop8h 31m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 5/25

5:45 pm-12:31 am

1 stop8h 46m

$239

Los AngelesSioux Falls

LAX - FSD

LAXFSD

Los Angeles

Thu 3/20

2:35 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop21h 17m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 3/24

2:35 pm-8:32 am

1 stop19h 57m

$249

Los AngelesSioux Falls

LAX - FSD

LAXFSD

Los Angeles

Wed 3/19

3:50 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 3/23

6:59 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$253

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Wed 4/16

2:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Rapid City

Mon 4/21

4:19 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$259

San FranciscoRapid City

SFO - RAP

SFORAP

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

3:15 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Rapid City

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-1:18 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$259

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Mon 3/17

6:00 am-1:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 3/24

2:35 pm-12:43 am

1 stop12h 08m

$261

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Thu 3/27

5:52 am-4:50 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Rapid City

Fri 3/28

4:14 pm-7:11 pm

2 stops27h 57m

$263

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Best time to book a flight from California to South Dakota

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Travel insights for flights from California to South Dakota

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from California to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 SD?

Find hourly flight availability from California to South Dakota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

When flying from California to South Dakota, 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 South Dakota

Explore weekly flight availability from California to South Dakota. 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 22, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to USSD are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in South Dakota by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Dakota ranges from 0.6 - 3.9 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit South Dakota when rainfall is around 0.6 in.

Temperature in South Dakota by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Dakota, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Dakota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Dakota. 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 South Dakota. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from California to South Dakota by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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

8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $55 on Allegiant Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $80 and United Airlines from $105 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to South Dakota?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to South Dakota 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 South Dakota?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from California to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 5 airlines flying from California to South Dakota

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to South Dakota. 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 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$97Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$116Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$231Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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