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, Austrian Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to California.

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in California?

Los Angeles is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in California. One-way flights to Los Angeles typically cost £25, while return flights cost around £42.

How much is a return flight to California?

A return flight to California will typically cost around £147, however they can be found for as little as £76.

Where does the fastest flight to California depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to California, Manchester offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 20 minutes).

Does Los Angeles have car hire?

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

Are there hotels close to Los Angeles?

Yes. Los Angeles has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport is the closest property to Los Angeles (0.0 mi away from Los Angeles).

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How long is the flight to California?

On average, a flight from London to California takes 14 hours 11 minutes. Flights to California from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to California

The most flights from London to California are scheduled on a Monday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (56 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to California?

The most popular airlines flying from London to California are British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Lufthansa.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to California?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to California are United Airlines, Delta and Virgin Atlantic.

Rainfall in California by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

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?

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What are the most popular places to fly to in California?

The most popular places in California to fly to are Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego and Oakland.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Read through reviews of airlines serving the United States, such as Austrian Airlines,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Austrian Airlines

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Staff is courteous. Food is served with a nice touch, with the chef coming out to discuss the menu. But the quality and variety of food and snacks is below competing airlines. Onboard in Vienna was a bit chaotic. I am 6 ft 1 in tall and the flat beds are a bit tight. Other than that, the overall experience was fine.

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Virgin Atlantic

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Anonymous,Jul 2026

VIE - EWR

United Airlines

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8.0

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Lufthansa

6.8

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VIE - EWR

British Airways

6.7

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Austrian Airlines

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979 reviews

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Anonymous,Jul 2026

VIE - EWR

FAQs about flying to California

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, Austrian Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to California.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in California?
Los Angeles is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in California. One-way flights to Los Angeles typically cost £25, while return flights cost around £42.
How much is a return flight to California?
A return flight to California will typically cost around £147, however they can be found for as little as £76.
Where does the fastest flight to California depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to California, Manchester offers the quickest one-way flight (10 hours 20 minutes).
Does Los Angeles have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Los Angeles can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Los Angeles?
Yes. Los Angeles has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport is the closest property to Los Angeles (0.0 mi away from Los Angeles).

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Cheapest flights to CaliforniaExplore the most affordable flight options available to California. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 10 October 2026.

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How long is the flight to California?

On average, a flight from London to California takes 14 hours 11 minutes. Flights to California from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to California

The most flights from London to California are scheduled on a Monday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (56 on average).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to California?

The most popular airlines flying from London to California are British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Lufthansa.

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to California?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to California are United Airlines, Delta and Virgin Atlantic.

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in California by month

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

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

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What are the most popular places to fly to in California?

Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to California in the last few years. This data was updated on 10 October 2026.

The most popular places in California to fly to are Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego and Oakland.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Read through reviews of airlines serving the United States, such as Austrian Airlines,Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

FAQs about flying to California

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

What is the best airline to fly to California?

What is the cheapest airport to fly to in California?

How much is a return flight to California?

Where does the fastest flight to California depart from?

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