$28 Cheap flights to California

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Top places to visit in California

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San Diego

Cheap flights to California from $28 One Way, $57 Round Trip

$57 return flights and $28 one-way flights to California were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Sat, Apr 25 - Tue, Apr 28

SEA

Seattle

LAX

Los Angeles

$57

Roundtrip

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Wed, Apr 29 - Sat, May 9

ORD

Chicago

LAX

Los Angeles

$85

Roundtrip

found 3 days ago

Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 2

SEA

Seattle

SJC

San Jose

$92

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Wed, May 13 - Wed, May 13

SEA

Seattle

SFO

San Francisco

$92

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, Apr 29

SEA

Seattle

SMF

Sacramento

$94

Roundtrip

found 1 day ago

Tue, May 5 - Sat, May 9

SEA

Seattle

OAK

Oakland

$97

Roundtrip

found 8 hours ago

Wed, May 6 - Tue, May 12

PAE

Seattle

LAX

Los Angeles

$97

Roundtrip

found 2 days ago

Sat, May 2 - Sat, May 9

EWR

New York

LAX

Los Angeles

$121

Roundtrip

just found

Sat, Apr 25 - Wed, Apr 29

ORD

Chicago

SAN

San Diego

$126

Roundtrip

found 3 hours ago

Sun, Apr 19 - Wed, Apr 29

ORD

Chicago

SNA

Orange County

$131

Roundtrip

found 23 hours ago

Sun, Apr 19 - Wed, May 6

ORD

Chicago

BUR

Burbank

$137

Roundtrip

found 20 hours ago

Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 13

ORD

Chicago

CLD

Carlsbad

$159

Roundtrip

found 23 hours ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
SEA	Los Angeles	March 8 to March 10	$188
ORD	Los Angeles	March 7 to March 10	$315
SEA	Los Angeles	March 8 to March 13	$340
LGA	San Francisco	March 6 to March 8	$344
SEA	Santa Ana	March 8 to March 15	$353
JFK	Los Angeles	March 8 to March 12	$358
SEA	Los Angeles	March 7 to March 10	$369
JFK	Oakland	March 7 to March 10	$374
JFK	Carlsbad	March 8 to March 14	$387
SEA	Los Angeles	March 8 to March 11	$396
EWR	San Jose	March 7 to March 15	$455
PAE	San Jose	March 7 to March 11	$491
SEA	Oakland	March 7 to March 9	$554
AKL	Los Angeles	March 6 to March 26	$796
AKL	San Francisco	March 6 to March 10	$1,141

*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic California Accommodation Deals

Kings Inn Anaheim at the Park & Convention Center

415 W Katella Ave Anaheim CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$104 nightly

$122 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (4,030 reviews)

nice rooms

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate

Anaheim CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$97 nightly

$113 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this motel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...

8/10 Very Good! (5,911 reviews)

Close to the park

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Anaheim Convention Center

2060 S Harbor Blvd Anaheim CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$136 nightly

$159 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (3,553 reviews)

Good breakfast. Room was clean but did have a strong cleaning solution smell. Free parking is nice and they do reserve spots to make sure only guests can park at night time. Overall great stay.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

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Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

326 S Airport Blvd South San Francisco CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$56 nightly

$67 total

Mar 5 - Mar 6

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean ...

6/10 (3,237 reviews)

Gross urime soaked carpet false advertising they give u no towels or even check on the guest as well will not let u change rooms and they don't answer the front desk phone I would never rather sleep outside it was grossudty smells coming from fans black mold

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our Top California Apartment Hotels

Clementine Hotel & Suites Anaheim

1700 S Clementine St Anaheim CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$210 nightly

$246 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...

9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,376 reviews)

Courteous staff, spacious and clean rooms, decent breakfast. The only main issue was water being backed up in sink when we would br

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Candlewood Suites Anaheim - Resort Area by IHG

1733 S Anaheim Blvd Anaheim CA

Fully refundable

$119 nightly

$139 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...

8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)

It wasn’t worth the amount and the downside my room without my consent

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Juniper Springs Resort

4000 Meridian Blvd Mammoth Lakes CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$289 nightly

$335 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this ski hotel in Mammoth Lakes. Enjoy 2 outdoor pools, 6 hot tubs, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,558 reviews)

Room was not very clean- hair in the bathroom and all around dingy. Pots and pans are horrible, almost unusable. Grounds are nice but money needs to be put into updating rooms. Smells very musky mixed with strong cooking smells in hallways

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

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Days Inn by Wyndham Mission Valley/SDSU

5343 Adobe Falls Rd San Diego CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$72 nightly

$83 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Total with taxes and fees

Stay at this hotel in San Diego. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...

5.8/10 (1,004 reviews)

Had a great stay couple things they can work on i requested towel service and the lagged it i did recieve them also my soon to be wife had a ptsd moment at like 2 in the morning a brawl broke out you can hear thumping . I slept almost through it but i was woken up by my girlfriend cause she thought ...

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA

Fully refundable

$135 nightly

$159 total

Mar 29 - Mar 30

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...

9/10 Wonderful! (5,343 reviews)

We liked evrything about this hotel, check-in was fast and easy, the staff were nice, and we had a great clean room.. I love that they had all the dove essentials like their shampoo, body wash, hand wash and their lotion too. Will stay here again in the future ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Hilton Los Angeles Airport

5711 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$132 nightly

$154 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 5 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (5,210 reviews)

Staff was excellent

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

2500 Mason St San Francisco CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$176 nightly

$208 total

Mar 3 - Mar 4

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...

9/10 Wonderful! (7,328 reviews)

Beautiful property but significant issues with our reservation. Took over 1 hours to get everything worked out. The assistant manager, Lesley, kept asking if we had booked through a 3rd party. We called the hotel directly to make the reservation. This was a family wedding. There is another one in ...

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

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Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

900 S Disneyland Dr Anaheim CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$159 nightly

$186 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (5,030 reviews)

Room was outdated and had a spring mattress that was highly uncomfortable and the bathroom mirror looked like it had been graffitied on and poorly scrubbed off and random square patches all over to possibly cover cracks or something. Also the bathtub had a dripping water leak and the corners of the ...

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in California

Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

900 S Disneyland Dr Anaheim CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$159 nightly

$186 total

Mar 8 - Mar 9

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...

8.2/10 Very Good! (5,030 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pool, game room, games and toys, laundry

Travelers say...

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel & Water Playground

1380 S Harbor Blvd Anaheim CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$239 nightly

$281 total

Mar 2 - Mar 3

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free WiFi, free water park access, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...

9/10 Wonderful! (2,640 reviews)

Families like: Kids pool, free waterpark access, cribs, laundry

Travelers say...

Room and staff was great just parking with two cars was a headache. Had to park second car off property

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center

1800 S Harbor Blvd Anaheim CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$179 nightly

$210 total

Mar 2 - Mar 3

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...

9/10 Wonderful! (1,600 reviews)

Great breakfast and friendly staff

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

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Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

41-000 Bob Hope Dr. Rancho Mirage CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$393 nightly

$444 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa resort in Rancho Mirage. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,827 reviews)

Families like: Outdoor pools, lazy river, kids club, playground

Travelers say...

Love this place!

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Midsize

Kia Forte or similar

5 people
Unlimited mileage

Los Angeles, California, USA

$8

$79 total

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Fullsize

Nissan Altima or similar

5 people
Unlimited mileage

Los Angeles, California, USA

$9

$81 total

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Compact

Hyundai Accent or similar

4 people
Unlimited mileage

Los Angeles, California, USA

$13

$97 total

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Economy

Chevy Spark or similar

4 people
Unlimited mileage

Los Angeles, California, USA

$13

$97 total

found 5 days ago

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California's major cities all have airports that welcome incoming California flights from cities all over the world. San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), San Diego International Airport (SAN), San Jose International Airport (SJC), and Sacramento International Airport (SMF) are all big airports that visitors of California use to visit or connect to other cities. SFO and LAX are two of the busiest airports in the state. Both of these airports have low-cost airfare for local California flights along with accommodations for international flights. People that decide to visit the Bay Area can fly into SJC as an alternative to SFO. Those that want to visit Southern California also have the option of using the Burbank Airport (BUR) as an alternative.

California Weather

California is larger than most countries in the world, so its climate covers a huge range. California flights can be booked at low-cost during the winter and fall months—it is best to take advantage of deals on flights to California because the weather will be great in Northern, Central, and Southern California. Northern California is more temperate in the major cities, with temperatures in the Bay Area never getting too hot in the summer nor too cold in the winter. Southern California, especially in the greater Los Angeles area, can experience really hot dry weather, while places further south like San Diego staying much more comfortable all year.

Getting Around California

Tourists have various transportation options when they visit California. There are public transportation services in each part of the state. Once your California flight arrives at one of the airports, you can take a taxi, rent a car, board a bus, or travel by train. Inexpensive transportation is easy to find in California. The Bay Area has BART and Caltrain which connect San Francisco, Oakland, and San Jose. If you are visiting LA or San Diego, renting a car or taking a taxi are the most viable transportation modes for these more sprawling cities of California.

California Attractions

Flights to California connect you to beaches, restaurants, shopping, and sight-seeing to keep you fully entertained. Some California’s top attractions are:

Universal Studios Hollywood: tours of the famous NBC back-lots are a must-see
The Golden Gate Bridge: awe-inspiring since the 1930s, offering unlimited views of San Francisco and the surrounding landscapes
San Diego Zoo: the best zoo in the world has a gondola lift to see animals in a whole new way
Disneyland: tourists in the Los Angeles area are continually attracted to Disney's mesmerizing palace
Lake Tahoe: the premier spot in California for gambling, skiing, fishing, and any other outdoor activity you can imagine

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to California?

Take a look at the deals from the 24 airlines that operate services to California. Whether you want to sip Champagne in first class or save cash in economy, they'll have a seat for you. Jet off to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with one of these trusted carriers:

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

How much is a flight to California?

If you're after round-trip flights, airfares ranged between $57 and $1,141 this past week. The cheapest one-way price was $28, from Seattle (SEA).

How to book the cheapest flight to California?

With some of the most affordable flight deals around, you can jet for less with Orbitz. The following suggestions will help you pick up cheap flights to California — and leave you with cash to spare:

Departing from or arriving at other airports can sometimes be cheaper. Enter your preferred departure and arrival points. Next, click on the 'Nearby airports' function below the form fields to see what your options are.
If you're flexible with your plans, click on the 'Show flexible dates' link. You'll see the flight deals for the days around your selected departure. Airfares often vary depending on the day of the week.
Hit 'Show options' to narrow down your search results. You can choose your preferred seating class and airline here. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even select whether you want to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening.
Once you've worked out your travel dates, don't delay booking. Fares normally get more expensive as the departure date gets closer.
Bundle your flights, hotels and car rental into a package deal and unlock great discounts. Save your hard-earned cash for things that really excite you, like exploring every corner of California.
Flying during busier seasons means pricey airfares. Try to travel outside of popular periods, such as Easter, Thanksgiving and school breaks.

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

Reserve your seats to California in January. This is a great month for bargain prices, followed by February and August. Catch cheap flights and enjoy your dream getaway with Orbitz.

What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to California?

To pick up a fantastic flight deal, make a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Typically, these are the cheapest days of the week to purchase flights to California.

What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to California?

Everybody enjoys a good bargain, so we recommend setting off earlier in the week to nab cheap flights to California. Orbitz data from 2020 suggests you can get the best prices on flights leaving on Mondays. Tuesdays are the next cheapest day, while Saturdays are likely to cost a bundle. Many passengers like to travel at the weekend, so leave those Saturdays for binge-watching your favorite TV shows.

What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

To score cheap flights to California, you should take off in August. If saving on your plane ticket is your main concern, Orbitz data shows that this is generally an excellent month to jet off. June is when airfares are at their highest.

Which airlines allow free cancellation?

Plans change, and we believe your ticket should be able to as well. That's why Orbitz makes it a snap to search for flights with no change fees and free cancellation. Just enter your departure and arrival points and then choose "Filter by flexible change policies." How's that for peace of mind?

What do I need for the flight to California?

Whether you're a regular flyer or you're new to the skies, you can never be too organized on your journey. Here are some things to take into consideration:

For starters, you'll need to take all your travel documents and identification. How much will depend on where you're departing from. When you book, you should always use the correct name, gender and birth date listed on your government-issued ID.
A well-packed carry-on bag is a must-have for any medium-haul flight. With a few hours or more to kill, you'll probably long for something to keep you entertained while in the air. We recommend a good book (or trashy magazine), and something to nibble on.
Aeroplane cabins can get quite cool. If you decide to travel during the height of summer, make sure you bring some extra layers of clothing to keep comfortable.

How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to California?

Smart travelers know how to find first or business-class flights to California without the astronomical price tag. Take their lead with these handy tips:

Being flexible doesn't just help with your yoga. Leave some room to move around your travel dates so you can pick up cheaper airfares when they crop up.
Plenty of budget carriers offer comfortable business or premium-class seating for a wallet-friendly price.
Make the most of your airline's frequent flyer program and use points to upgrade your seat. You can also bid for an upgrade in an online auction if available.

What is the best time to go to California?

California is busy in March, April and May. If you're planning to visit during these months, it may be an idea to book ahead of time to ensure you get the most rewarding deals. Want to know what the summer's like in California? Average daily temperatures typically range between 55 ºF and 75 ºF. Like most destinations in the Northern Hemisphere, summertime kicks off June 20 here.

Travel tips for California

California has stacks of fascinating attractions and Disneyland® is one of them. Pick up the keys to a car rental and cruise there at your own pace.
One of California's most sought-after cities, Los Angeles is the perfect place to start an epic road trip around this region. Eat, sleep, adventure and repeat — that's what vacations are for!

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