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Cheap flights to California from £44

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CMH — LAX
24 Apr — 1 May1
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Flights to California in 2024

Find the latest flights to California in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 899,432 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£454

Return from

£379

One-way from

£143
High demand for flights, 19% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for return flights in April 2024
From London to Los Angeles
One-way flight from London to California

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Browse one-way and return flights deals to California on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 19 April 2024
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Cheap flights to California in April & May 2024

Search the best deals to popular California cities recently found by Cheapflights users
The below flights offer some of the lowest fares to California in April and May 2024. If these prices don't match your budget, be sure to check back soon for more deals.
Cheap flights to Los Angeles, California
Tue 7/523:34LAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/508:51LAX - LAS
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4£55
Tue 7/514:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mFrontier
Wed 8/521:30LAX - SFO
1 stop10h 13mFrontier
Deal found 17/4£55
Wed 8/520:31LAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/507:30LAX - LAS
1 stop14h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4£56
Fri 17/507:54LAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/521:30LAX - LAS
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£60
Tue 7/507:20SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/511:25LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/4£65
Sat 11/509:36LAS - LAX
1 stop4h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/523:44LAX - LAS
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4£66
Wed 24/406:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Wed 24/409:50LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 19/4£68
Wed 8/516:14LAS - LAX
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/515:41LAX - LAS
1 stop3h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4£70
Thu 9/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/506:30LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/4£70
Cheap flights to San Francisco, California
Wed 8/506:00LAS - SFO
Nonstop1h 43mFrontier
Sat 11/512:23SFO - LAS
2 stops8h 35mFrontier
Deal found 17/4£63
Thu 9/522:20LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Sun 12/506:10SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 18/4£70
Sat 4/506:30LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mAlaska Airlines
Thu 9/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/4£71
Tue 23/411:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 27mJetBlue
Thu 25/413:12SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 19/4£73
Mon 20/509:05LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Tue 21/510:07SFO - LAX
1 stop21h 12mFrontier
Deal found 19/4£75
Wed 8/513:03LAS - SFO
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Sat 11/512:23SFO - LAS
2 stops8h 35mFrontier
Deal found 17/4£83
Sun 12/506:30LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mAlaska Airlines
Mon 13/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/4£83
Sun 19/509:23LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Tue 21/514:41SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 19/4£83
Mon 6/522:35LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 30mAlaska Airlines
Thu 9/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/4£88
Cheap flights to San Diego, California
Tue 30/407:10LAX - SAN
1 stop4h 45mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/511:37SAN - LAX
1 stop9h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4£88
Tue 30/409:20LAX - SAN
1 stop14h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/511:37SAN - LAX
1 stop3h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4£103
Sat 11/516:40SFO - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/520:47SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/4£107
Wed 22/510:05SFO - SAN
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Tue 28/518:10SAN - SFO
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Deal found 19/4£109
Tue 28/505:50SFO - SAN
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Fri 31/519:20SAN - SFO
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 18/4£118
Tue 30/415:49SLC - SAN
1 stop4h 10mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/511:37SAN - SLC
2 stops9h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4£125
Mon 13/506:10SFO - SAN
1 stop3h 42mDelta
Tue 21/519:20SAN - SFO
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 18/4£126
Fri 10/522:55SLC - SAN
Nonstop1h 56mDelta
Fri 17/513:10SAN - SLC
Nonstop2h 00mDelta
Deal found 18/4£126
Tue 14/505:50SFO - SAN
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Tue 14/518:10SAN - SFO
1 stop5h 34mDelta
Deal found 19/4£127

California 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for California in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 899,432 searches and data were last updated on 19 April 2024.
The lowest fares on flights travelling to California in April and May 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Mon 22/406:05LAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 22/410:21LAX - LAS
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/4£50
Tue 7/523:34LAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 19mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/508:51LAX - LAS
1 stop13h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4£55
Wed 8/520:31LAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/507:30LAX - LAS
1 stop14h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4£56
Fri 17/507:54LAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 22mMultiple Airlines
Fri 24/521:30LAX - LAS
Nonstop1h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4£60
Sat 11/509:36LAS - LAX
1 stop4h 59mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/523:44LAX - LAS
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4£66
Wed 8/506:54LAS - LAX
1 stop7h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/510:53LAX - LAS
1 stop8h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4£70
Tue 7/521:44LAS - LAX
1 stop9h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/510:42LAX - LAS
1 stop12h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/4£71
Tue 14/511:13SAN - SMF
1 stop6h 51mSpirit Airlines
Wed 15/514:39SMF - SAN
1 stop7h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4£72
Thu 25/421:20LAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 27mJetBlue
Sun 28/419:18LAX - LAS
Nonstop1h 14mJetBlue
Deal found 18/4£73

Flights to California departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to California, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 899,432 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Users travelling to California last-minute should check out these flights departing soon. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Thu 25/413:15SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Sun 28/406:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Deal found 19/4£108
Sun 28/406:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Sun 5/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Deal found 19/4£90
Wed 24/421:59LAX - SAN
Nonstop1h 02mDelta
Wed 1/506:20SAN - LAX
Nonstop1h 10mDelta
Deal found 17/4£140

One-way flights to California

Explore one-way flight options to California for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 899,432 searches and data was last updated on 19 April 2024.
Choose from one of these one-way flights departing to California. Book a round-trip flight to California instead by using the search form above.
Sun 12/506:05LAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 16mFrontier
Deal found 19/4£47
Sun 1/915:22SAN - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 18/4£44
Thu 2/510:11DEN - SAN
Nonstop2h 26mFrontier
Deal found 18/4£48

Direct flights to California

Fri 19/706:03LAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Sun 21/722:35LAX - LAS
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Deal found 18/4£73
Tue 14/506:15SAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 42mSpirit Airlines
Wed 15/508:50SMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/4£79
Sat 22/606:00LAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 10mDelta
Thu 27/622:30LAX - LAS
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Deal found 19/4£81
Sun 21/706:05LAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mAlaska Airlines
Sun 21/721:59LAX - LAS
Nonstop1h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/4£100
Fri 10/506:00LAS - LAX
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Fri 10/522:29LAX - LAS
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Deal found 18/4£120
Thu 6/608:20SAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 44mAlaska Airlines
Sat 8/615:25SMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/4£126
Wed 8/518:10FLL - SAN
Nonstop5h 45mJetBlue
Sat 11/521:45SAN - FLL
Nonstop4h 52mJetBlue
Deal found 18/4£142
Thu 10/1012:58SAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 42mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/1020:05SMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 19/4£143
Sat 18/508:20SAN - SMF
Nonstop1h 44mAlaska Airlines
Sat 18/515:25SMF - SAN
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/4£158

Average price of flights to California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to California is currently £47 while a return flight costs £94. Price data was last updated on 14 April 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to California (average of £545). Flying to California in July will prove the most costly (average of £786). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

£451

February

£447

March

£459

April

£469

May

£512

June

£585

July

£631

August

£566

September

£493

October

£478

November

£437

December

£450

Peak Season:

California is blessed with pleasant weather most of the year, meaning the peak season is year-round. Flights to California can be expensive because of this, so make sure to book in advance to get the best savings on your flight tickets. If you’re a movie fan, you should book your flights to California around February, more specifically to Los Angeles, as it is home to the Academy Awards. You’ll find cheap flights to California are extremely difficult to find around this time of year, as well and in June and August.

Off Season:

The cheapest flights to California are best found around January. Parts of California class this as the rainy season so expect the best discounts on your flight tickets here. That said, cheap flights to California aren’t overly common, so plan in advance and book early to get the best savings.

Temperature and rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

LAX

Temperature

14 - 23 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

When is the best time to book a flight to California?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight to California. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.

To find the cheapest flights to California, it’s recommended to book your flight tickets as early as 6 months in advance. If you’re not flexible enough to plan that far ahead, aim for a minimum of 7 weeks before booking your flights to California. Take into consideration events like the Academy Awards when looking into flights to California as this will increase the price a lot. If you’re flying into Los Angeles try to sit on the right hand side of the plane to get spectacular views of the Hollywood sign, the L.A River and the San Gabriel mountains. Being flexible is the best way to secure a cheap flight to California.

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Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated 19 April 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown ITA Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Norse Atlantic UK to California 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.
8.1
Very Good
11,094 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

8.1
Very Good
11,094 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,094 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

7.9
Good
1,641 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,094 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

7.8
Good
2,090 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,094 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

7.8
Good
1,390 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,094 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

7.7
Good
751 reviews
8.1
Very Good
11,094 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

It was weird that we had to check after security and go to a corral which had no bathroom or other services about an hour before boarding. Had to check out of the corral to leave and check back in.

  • How long is the flight to California?

    Flights from London (All airports) to Los Angeles – 11 hours 20 minutes Flights from Manchester to San Francisco – 13 hours 20 minutes Flights from Birmingham to Los Angeles – 13 hours 00 minutes Flights from Glasgow to San Francisco – 12 hours 10 minutes

  • Which airlines operate flights to California?

    Depending where you want to go, your flights to California will probably be operated by British Airways, Air Canada, KLM or Iberia. The cost of flights to California are relatively similar regardless of who you fly with, so it’s better to compare each airline and see what benefits they offer. British Airways for example offer complimentary snacks and drinks for the duration of the flight.

  • How to get from the airport to the city centre?

    Los Angeles International: Downtown LA is located around 30km from LAX airport. The easiest and cheapest option is to get a free shuttle bus from the airport. Outside of arrivals you should take either shuttle G or C. C takes you to the Metro bus centre and from there you can either continue on your way to downtown LA or if you’re staying in Hollywood or Santa Monica, you can find means of transport from here. You can also jump in a taxi if you want convenient and fast travel from the airport, however the price won’t be cheap and it is expected that you tip your driver. This is a good option if there are a few of you to split the fare. San Francisco International: The easiest and most convenient way to travel from the airport to the city is from the BART station. It’s located in the International Terminal, and you can take a free AirTrain from all terminals to the BART station. You will need to buy a ticket from the BAET station before you travel, or you can book in advance and exchange your voucher for the correct ticket, which is kind of like a debit card which you keep for your time in San Francisco. Another option is to get a taxi from outside of the airport, although this can be costly if you’re travelling alone. You can also take a shuttle or shared van from the airport, simply tell the driver where you want to go and he’ll add you to his route and tell you the price.

  • What is good to know if travelling to California?

    Los Angeles is littered with art work, some better than others, so save yourself some time and check out these 5 mind-blowing murals! L.A also offers fantastic food on-the-move, so what better way to enjoy your lunch than from one of the tastiest food trucks in Los Angeles! If your flights to California take you to San Francisco, you simply must go surfing. Here is a list of the best surf spots San Francisco has to offer! Sacramento might not be the most popular destination in California compared to place like Los Angeles, but it does boast a fabulous selection of wine, in fact, here are the best wineries in Sacramento.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to California if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to California on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to California?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Norse Atlantic UK is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to California.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in California?

    Los Angeles Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in California. One-way flights to Los Angeles Airport typically cost £15, while return flights cost around £37.

  • How much is a return flight to California?

    A return flight to California will typically cost around £443, however they can be found for as little as £49.

  • Where does the fastest flight to California depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to California, London offers the quickest one-way flight (11 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Los Angeles Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Los Angeles Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Los Angeles Airport?

    Yes. Los Angeles Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. 2br Furn Home - Safe/Quiet/Clean So Bay Nr Bch/Lax is the closest property to Los Angeles Airport (0.0 mi away from Los Angeles Airport).

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