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Cheap Flights to California Desert from $19 One Way, $38 Round Trip

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Sat, Jan 30 - Sat, Feb 6
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
SNA
John Wayne
$38 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$38
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 30 from Sky Harbor Intl. to John Wayne, returning Sat, Feb 6, priced at $38 found 1 day ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 26
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
SNA
John Wayne
$43 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$43
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 21 from Sky Harbor Intl. to John Wayne, returning Thu, Nov 26, priced at $43 found 5 hours ago
Thu, Dec 17 - Mon, Dec 21
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
SNA
John Wayne
$48 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$48
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 17 from Sky Harbor Intl. to John Wayne, returning Mon, Dec 21, priced at $48 found 2 hours ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 12
AZA
Phoenix - Mesa Gateway
SNA
John Wayne
$78 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$78
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Allegiant Air flight, departing Thu, Nov 12 from Phoenix - Mesa Gateway to John Wayne, returning Thu, Nov 12, priced at $78 found 3 days ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
ONT
Ontario Intl. Airport
$114 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$114
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 25 from Sky Harbor Intl. to Ontario Intl. Airport, returning Wed, Dec 2, priced at $114 found 4 hours ago
Wed, Nov 25 - Sat, Dec 5
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
ONT
Ontario Intl. Airport
$117 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 25 from Sky Harbor Intl. to Ontario Intl. Airport, returning Sat, Dec 5, priced at $117 found 10 hours ago
Mon, Feb 22 - Wed, Feb 24
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
LGB
Long Beach Municipal
$117 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Feb 22 from Sky Harbor Intl. to Long Beach Municipal, returning Wed, Feb 24, priced at $117 found 1 day ago
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Jan 6
PHX
Sky Harbor Intl.
ONT
Ontario Intl. Airport
$117 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 8 from Sky Harbor Intl. to Ontario Intl. Airport, returning Wed, Jan 6, priced at $117 found 4 hours ago
Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 9
MSP
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
ONT
Ontario Intl. Airport
$157 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 2 from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. to Ontario Intl. Airport, returning Wed, Dec 9, priced at $157 found 2 days ago
Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 17
MSP
Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl.
SNA
John Wayne
$176 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$176
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 10 from Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. to John Wayne, returning Thu, Dec 17, priced at $176 found 16 hours ago

California Desert Flight Information

Traveling To
California Desert
Destination Airport IATA Code
QLA
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
Frontier Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines
Flight Price
$38
Earliest Departing Flight
Latest Departing Flight

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California Desert economy flight packages

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The Sofia Hotel
3.5-star property

The Sofia Hotel

Dec 9 - Dec 13

4 night stay

Newark Liberty Intl. Airport (EWR) to San Diego (SAN)

United • Roundtrip • Coach
Price was $984, price is now $605 per person
$605
per person
found 1 day ago
Ocean Villas of Carlsbad
3.0-star property

Ocean Villas of Carlsbad

Dec 17 - Dec 22

5 night stay

Seattle (SEA) to San Diego (SAN)

Southwest Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
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Price was $1,941, price is now $1,112 per person
$1,112
per person
found 1 day ago
The Huntington Hotel
5.0-star property

The Huntington Hotel

Nov 30 - Dec 4

4 night stay

New York (NYC) to San Francisco (SFO)

Delta • Coach

San Francisco (SFO) to New York (NYC)

JetBlue Airways • Coach
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $2,780, price is now $1,812 per person
$1,812
per person
found 10 hours ago
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California Desert business class flight packages

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The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
4.5-star property

The Viv Hotel, Anaheim, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

9/10 Wonderful! (3,235 reviews)

Dec 13 - Dec 16

3 night stay

Seattle (SEA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • BusinessClass
Price was $699, price is now $583 per person
$583
per person
found 14 hours ago

Pendry Newport Beach
5.0-star property

Pendry Newport Beach

9.4/10 Exceptional! (706 reviews)

Dec 13 - Dec 16

3 night stay

Seattle (SEA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • BusinessClass
Price was $1,055, price is now $865 per person
$865
per person
found 14 hours ago

Castle Inn and Suites
3.5-star property

Castle Inn and Suites

9/10 Wonderful! (1,062 reviews)

Dec 13 - Dec 16

3 night stay

Seattle (SEA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines • Roundtrip • BusinessClass
Price was $944, price is now $787 per person
$787
per person
found 14 hours ago
Great property, clean rooms, helpful staff and walking distance to the park. would come back here again!

Reviewed on Oct 27, 2026

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California Desert first class flight packages

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The Sofia Hotel
3.5-star property

The Sofia Hotel

8.8/10 Excellent! (2,743 reviews)

Dec 20 - Dec 23

3 night stay

Chicago (ORD) to San Diego (SAN)

Alaska Airlines • FirstClass

San Diego (SAN) to Chicago (ORD)

Frontier Airlines • FirstClass
Price was $1,014, price is now $772 per person
$772
per person
found 1 day ago

W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills
4.5-star property

W Los Angeles - West Beverly Hills

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)

Nov 28 - Dec 5

7 night stay

Seattle (SEA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Delta • FirstClass

Los Angeles (LAX) to Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines • FirstClass
Price was $1,969, price is now $1,378 per person
$1,378
per person
found 1 day ago

The Garland
4.5-star property

The Garland

9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,982 reviews)

Nov 28 - Dec 5

7 night stay

Seattle (SEA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Delta • FirstClass

Los Angeles (LAX) to Seattle (SEA)

Frontier Airlines • FirstClass
Price was $1,750, price is now $1,369 per person
$1,369
per person
found 1 day ago

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to California Desert?
Reserve an airfare with one of the 20 airlines that operate services to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and look forward to exciting new experiences. This airport is the main entry point for California Desert. When you're ready to check off this region, these international airlines will take you there:

  • Air Canada - 201 flights to California Desert per month
  • United Airlines - 164 flights to California Desert per month
  • Delta - 143 flights to California Desert per month

How much is a flight to California Desert?
If you're looking for a round-trip flight, airfares ranged between $38 and $176 this week. The most affordable one-way price was $19, departing from Phoenix (PHX).
How to book the cheapest flight to California Desert?
Snapping up cheap flights to California Desert is as easy as booking with Orbitz. But if you'd love to make sure you're getting the best flight deals around, here are a few tips to keep in mind:

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  • If you've sorted your travel dates, book your flight. Ticket prices generally get dearer as the departure date gets closer.
  • Consider bundling your flights, hotels and car rental into one convenient package deal to get more for your money.
  • If you can, avoid traveling during the busy season. Airfares are often at their most expensive during school breaks, summer and around other vacation times like Thanksgiving and Christmas.

What is the best time to book a flight to California Desert?
Generally speaking, January is the cheapest time to purchase your plane ticket. This is followed by February and August. Bear this in mind while searching for a cheap flight to California Desert.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to California Desert?
If you're after inexpensive airfares to California Desert, the best days of the week to make a booking are Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. With Orbitz (and some good timing!), a superb flight deal will be all yours.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to California Desert?
Everyone loves a good bargain, so we suggest going early in the week for cheap flights to California Desert. Orbitz data from 2020 suggests you can score the best prices on flights taking off on Mondays. Tuesdays are the next most affordable day, while Saturdays are likely to cost an arm and a leg. Many people like to start their vacation on weekends, so leave those Saturdays for catching up with friends.
What is the cheapest month to fly to California Desert?
To score cheap flights to California Desert, you should take off in August. If saving on your ticket is your number one priority, Orbitz data shows that this is generally an excellent month to take a trip. June is when fares are at their peak.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Flexibility is important these days, that's why Orbitz lets you search for flights that won't hit you with a fee for amending your reservation. Fill out your departure and arrival points, then click on "Filter by flexible change policies." We'll show you options that include free cancellation within 24 hours of booking and no change fees.
What do I need for the flight to California Desert?
There's so much to plan for any big journey, so it's useful to get a bit of help along the way. Here's a handy checklist to ensure you're organized for take off:

  • Travel documents such as visas and identification will be required. To avoid any unnecessary delays at check-in, ensure that your booking is under the exact name, birth date and gender as indicated on your current ID.
  • A well-packed carry-on bag is just the ticket for flying in comfort. Given your flight to California Desert is no short hop, take a few snacks and things to keep you occupied. A good book or magazine will help pass the time.
  • Never mind what the season is, airplane cabins are often quite cold. Bring a sweater on board with you to stay warm and comfy.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to California Desert?
There are ways of booking first or business-class fares to California Desert that won't burn through your budget. Bag a seat at the front of the plane for less with these great tips:

  • Being flexible isn't just for your yoga class. Have some room to move around your travel dates so you can snap up cheaper airfares when a big sale drops.
  • A lot of budget airlines nowadays offer quality business or premium-class seating that doesn't cost a bundle.
  • Take advantage of your airline's rewards program and upgrade your seat. Alternatively, you can try bidding for an upgrade in online auctions.

What is the best time to go to California Desert?
California Desert is popular in January, February and November. If you're contemplating visiting during these months, it would be wise to book well in advance to ensure you score the greatest deals. Curious to know what summertime's like in California Desert? Average daily temperatures typically float between 65 ºF and 90 ºF. Like most of the Northern Hemisphere, summertime begins June 20 here.

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