$96 Cheap flights to California

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Top places to visit in California

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Cheap flights to California from $96 One Way, $185 Round Trip

$185 return flights and $96 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.

Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 11

JFK

New York

SFO

San Francisco

$185

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Tue, May 5 - Fri, May 29

EWR

New York

LAX

Los Angeles

$200

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EWR

New York

SFO

San Francisco

$220

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Wed, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 19

EWR

New York

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Carlsbad

$237

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Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, Apr 22

EWR

New York

SMF

Sacramento

$251

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Sat, Jul 11 - Sat, Jul 11

JFK

New York

BUR

Burbank

$256

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Sun, Mar 7 - Sun, Mar 7

JFK

New York

SAN

San Diego

$272

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Tue, Apr 28 - Wed, Apr 29

JFK

New York

ONT

Ontario

$277

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Tue, Jun 16 - Wed, Jun 24

JFK

New York

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Carlsbad

$277

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New York

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San Diego

$277

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Deals For This Weekend's Flights

Origin	Destination	Travel Dates	Flights From*
SEA	Los Angeles	April 26 to April 30	$228
SEA	San Diego	April 24 to May 1	$262
SEA	Santa Ana	April 24 to April 26	$322
SEA	San Francisco	April 24 to April 26	$322
EWR	Los Angeles	April 25 to May 1	$324
SEA	Oakland	April 25 to April 26	$326
SEA	San Jose	April 25 to April 28	$334
SEA	Los Angeles	April 25 to May 2	$355
SEA	Sacramento	April 26 to April 28	$362
JFK	Oakland	April 26 to April 30	$452
SEA	Los Angeles	April 26 to April 30	$519
JFK	Los Angeles	April 25 to April 28	$724
AKL	Los Angeles	April 24 to May 3	$1,103
AKL	San Diego	April 26 to April 30	$1,275
AKL	San Francisco	April 24 to April 28	$1,295

*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

$114 nightly

$134 total

May 13 - May 14

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! (4,181 reviews)

Always came back to a clean room and bed with new sheets and towels, excellent service

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Motel 6 Anaheim Maingate

Anaheim CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$109 nightly

$128 total

May 17 - May 18

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! (6,181 reviews)

If a Motel 6 can go downhill, this one has reached the bottom. I’ve stayed here multiple times because it was cheap, but never again. Keeps getting worse. It’s no cheaper than surrounding hotels and they added a nearly $30/night parking fee. Staff told me the reason the wifi didn’t work in my room ...

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham Anaheim Convention Center

2060 S Harbor Blvd Anaheim CA

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$129 nightly

$151 total

May 10 - May 11

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! (3,614 reviews)

They have a breakfast, round eggs, sausage, coffee, breads and stuff and that looked ok we didn't eat but the coffee was good. The staff was ok nothing extra for a "hotel." To me this was a motel converted to a hotel by Wyndham. This was kind of expensive for the property we stayed at but it was ...

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

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Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

326 S Airport Blvd South San Francisco CA

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$60 nightly

$72 total

May 10 - May 11

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 (3,493 reviews)

Shuttle was great. This hotel is really beat up. You could see daylight under the front door. The shower curtain didn't come down to the floor so when you showered water went all over the bathroom and out into the dressing area. Shampoo dispenser was empty. Bed was clean.

Reviewed on Apr 18, 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

$238 nightly

$279 total

May 3 - May 4

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! (2,530 reviews)

Rooms was clean and spacious

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026

Candlewood Suites Anaheim - Resort Area by IHG

1733 S Anaheim Blvd Anaheim CA

Fully refundable

$119 nightly

$139 total

May 11 - May 12

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! (1,008 reviews)

Perfect stay when visiting Disney.

Reviewed on Apr 16, 2026

Juniper Springs Resort

4000 Meridian Blvd Mammoth Lakes CA

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$204 nightly

$236 total

Apr 20 - Apr 21

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! (1,579 reviews)

It's a great place to stay for skiing. Everything is good.

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

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Days Inn by Wyndham Mission Valley/SDSU

5343 Adobe Falls Rd San Diego CA

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$96 nightly

$110 total

May 18 - May 19

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 (1,003 reviews)

This place feels unsafe

Reviewed on Apr 14, 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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Hilton Los Angeles Airport

5711 W Century Blvd Los Angeles CA

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$133 nightly

$154 total

Apr 23 - Apr 24

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! (5,392 reviews)

Bright, clean, nice restaurant, helpful staff, comfortable bed, planes were too noisy for us as we faced airport runway.

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Hilton Anaheim

777 W Convention Way Anaheim CA

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$165 nightly

$193 total

May 3 - May 4

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Anaheim. Enjoy 4 restaurants, 2 hot tubs, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,300 reviews)

A great place to stay when visiting for Disney!

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay

Two Portola Plaza Monterey CA

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$197 nightly

$234 total

May 14 - May 15

Total with taxes and fees

Book a stay at this spa resort in Monterey. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...

9/10 Wonderful! (3,123 reviews)

Location was great! Next to the wharf. Service is slow. Front desk staff was hit or miss. I requested a crib ahead of time and confirmed with front desk but it was not in the room even after they said it would be in there already when I checked in. When we got to our room, we waited almost an hour ...

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

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Anaheim Majestic Garden Hotel

900 S Disneyland Dr Anaheim CA

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$159 nightly

$186 total

May 12 - May 13

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! (5,195 reviews)

The Disney shuttle was the outstanding feature of this property, the staff were very nice. There restaurant hours are suited to the corporated budget not the customer. The Deli was a nice feature also.

Reviewed on Apr 19, 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

May 12 - May 13

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! (5,195 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Anaheim Hotel and Water Playground

1380 S Harbor Blvd Anaheim CA

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$227 nightly

$267 total

May 10 - May 11

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! (2,699 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

Management was very helpful during our trip to make last minute accommodations.

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Hyatt House at Anaheim Resort/Convention Center

1800 S Harbor Blvd Anaheim CA

$189 nightly

$222 total

Apr 21 - Apr 22

Total with taxes and fees

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9/10 Wonderful! (1,596 reviews)

Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

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Omni Rancho Las Palmas Resort & Spa

41-000 Bob Hope Dr. Rancho Mirage CA

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$320 nightly

$363 total

May 10 - May 11

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! (1,845 reviews)

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

Travelers say...

Staff at the resort were amazing. From the front desk staff to the life guards all were nice amd always had a smile on their faces. Not to forget helpful. The property was clean and very well kept. The rooms on the other hand were a bit dated The bathroom definately needs some work done. Overall ...

Reviewed on Apr 17, 2026

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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 20 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 $185 and $1,295 this past week. The cheapest one-way price was $96, from New York (EWR).

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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