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How much is the cheapest flight to Southern California?

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $42 for one-way flights and $89 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Tips to find the cheapest flights to Southern California

The cheapest day to fly

Get started finding a cheap flight to Southern California on Expedia by either choosing a deal on this page or entering into the search bar your travel dates, origin airport, and whether you want roundtrip or one-way airfare. You can filter for flexibility, number of stops, airline, and departure/arrival times to find the best flight for you.

The cheapest month to fly

November is the cheapest month to fly to Southern California. This coincides with the low season when fewer people travel. Whichever month you travel in, though, be sure to book at least a month in advance if you want to score cheap tickets to Southern California. ARC's data shows that domestic flights booked 28 days or more before departure are typically 24% cheaper than those booked last minute.

The most affordable time to book a flight

Typically, a Sunday can be the cheapest time to book a flight to Southern California, according to ARC’s data. On average, you could save between 6% and 13% by booking on a Sunday instead of a Friday, which is the most expensive day to make a reservation.

The cheapest round-trip tickets to Southern California

The lowest price for round-trip flights to Southern California in 2024 starts from from $89, while one-way tickets start from from $42. Expedia's effective search tool is one of the best ways to find a budget airfare. Simply enter your dates, and within seconds, it'll show you a vast selection of the cheapest flights to Southern California. If you have a preferred departure time or airline, you can use the handy filters to customize your search.

The cheapest airlines flying to Southern California

Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines are just some of the airlines that can typically offer cheap tickets to Southern California. You can find their most affordable flights by using the “airline” search filter and then sorting prices from low to high. As a trusted partner of the world's leading airlines, Expedia offers you some of the best airfare deals to Southern California and countless more destinations worldwide.

The most affordable airports to fly into

To view the cheapest airports to fly into for Southern California, simply order your search results from lowest to highest price. Expedia's search tool compares flight prices for all airports close to your destination, so you don't have to manually search them one by one to find the cheapest flight to Southern California. If you have a preferred place to fly into, take advantage of the “arrival airport” filter to narrow down your search on Expedia.

Save with a package

With Expedia's amazing package deals, you could save hundreds of dollars by booking your Southern California plane tickets together with your accommodations, car rental, or activities. Just select the search wizard's “package” option to view some of the cheapest deals. Look out for the green savings label to see how much you're saving.

Date flexibility for the cheapest flights to Southern California

If you can be flexible with your travel dates, it's a good idea to broaden your search by comparing prices on different days. This will open up more options, meaning you could uncover a less expensive flight to Southern California.

Stopover savings

The cheapest tickets to Southern California are sometimes those with a stopover. Book one of these flights, and you'll change planes at an airport en route to Southern California. While the overall travel time might be longer than a non-stop flight, you may decide it's worth it for the money saved.

Get Expedia's Price Drop Protection

Price Drop Protection means that if your flight gets cheaper after booking, you'll be credited the difference*. This gives you peace of mind that you're getting one of the cheapest flights to Southern California for your chosen departure. Expedia's Price Drop Protection is available for a small fee but is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

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Use our Price Tracking feature

Expedia's Price Tracking feature is another great tool that removes the guesswork from finding cheap flights to Southern California. Simply download the free Expedia app to your smart device and activate Southern California flight price alerts for your travel dates. There's even a price predictor tool that uses historical data to indicate the best time to book, giving you peace of mind that you'll nab the lowest prices.

Book with Expedia

As well as Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking, Expedia's close partnership with a vast selection of the world's leading airlines means you're sure to find cheap flights to Southern California. Plus, the One Key rewards program lets you earn real cash rewards on most bookings that you can use to save money on future trips. Best of all, it's free to join, and members often unlock exclusive discounts, too.

Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

How do I find cheap flights to Southern California that have flexible change policies?
Search for your affordable airfares to Southern California, then select “No change fee” below the “Flexible change policies” heading. From then on it’s smooth sailing. We appreciate that plans can change and flexibility is important, so you can book with confidence with Expedia.
Which airlines fly to Southern California?
Pack your bags and jet off with one of these popular airlines that service Southern California:

  • Delta Air Lines - 4,793 flights to or near Southern California each month, including 3,592 flights to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and 763 to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) per month.
  • American Airlines - 4,788 flights to or near Southern California each month, including 3,423 flights to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and 736 to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) per month.

How can I find cheap tickets to Southern California?
You’ll always find an epic deal with Expedia, but our “flexible dates” feature makes it that much easier. Enter your preferred travel date, then click on the flexible dates link above to compare prices for nearby days. $89 was the lowest price for a flight to Southern California in the last seven days.
How much is a flight to Southern California?
The price of a round-trip journey to Southern California in the last seven days varied between $89 and $133. If you were journeying one way from New York (EWR), you could have landed a bargain from just $42.
What are the most popular airports to fly into in Southern California?
You’ve got multiple great choices in Southern California. Once you’ve decided where you’re headed, picking one of these major airports will be a cinch:

  • Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) - 15,517 flights per month.
  • San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) - 7,247 flights per month.
  • Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) - 2,011 flights per month.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Southern California?
Jetting off on a Tuesday, followed by a Monday, is generally the best way to bag the cheapest flight. Steer clear of weekends if possible, because Saturday is typically the most expensive day. Spend the funds you saved having a blast in Southern California instead!
How much is a plane ticket to Southern California?
In the last seven days, plane fares ranged between $89 and $133. Browse through our terrific deals to Southern California, make a booking and then start packing!
What months are the cheapest to book a flight to Southern California?
A cheap month to find a flight to Southern California is February, whereas prices are at a premium in December. Steer clear of this month if you’re counting your pennies.
How long is a flight to Southern California?
Whether or not you’ll have time to read one chapter of your book or a few depends on where you’re taking off from. To make organizing your trip a little easier, here are the average flight times for three leading domestic routes to Southern California:

  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) - 1 hour and 41 minutes
  • Las Vegas, NV (LAS-Harry Reid Intl.) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) - 1 hour and 30 minutes
  • New York, NY (JFK-John F. Kennedy Intl.) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) - 6 hours and 6 minutes

What is the best time to go to Southern California?
Los Angeles, Southern California’s main city, is a great place to discover at anytime. Not a big fan of the cold? Then head here from June 20 onward in summer, when temperatures fluctuate from 64ºF to 82ºF. February, March and May is when Los Angeles is at its liveliest.
Flights to Southern California information
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
LAX
Destination city name
Los Angeles
Roundtrip price
$89

Trending flights to Southern California

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $42 for one-way flights and $89 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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