$495 Cheap flights to California

Los Angeles is about 75% more popular to visit than any other city in California, according to momondo users. When visiting Los Angeles, it is recommended to fly into Los Angeles Airport, where you can typically get the cheapest prices and the most convenient travel options into the city.

The closest airport to Venice Beach is Los Angeles Airport, and would make for the quickest drive. For those interested in a secondary airport to fly into, consider looking at flights heading to Santa Ana, California Airport.

When visiting California, the majority of people tend to find Venice Beach, Fisherman's Wharf and Universal Studios Hollywood to be the most notable landmarks in the area.

The temperatures in California range from 14 °C to 23 °C depending on the time of year. The warmest month in California is July, and the coldest month in California is January. Those looking for a drier month during their visit should travel during the months of July, August, or June, when rain is least likely compared to the rest of the year.

You can find flights to California from 17 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with Qantas Airways, Fiji Airways or United Airlines as these are the most popular among our users. Qantas Airways is the most favoured with 38% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.

Flights to California can be found for as cheap as $514 per ticket. However our users tend to find airfares to California for around $3,135 on average. If you’re looking to find a good deal on your flight to California, then you should consider booking if you find anything for $2,610 or less.

Consider booking a flight to California on a Monday, which is the cheapest day of the week. You will also find that flying out on a Thursday is another low-cost option. Try to avoid booking your flight to California on Saturday, which tends to be the most expensive day of the week.

To save money on airfare when visiting California, consider Los Angeles airport in Los Angeles, which has the cheapest flights with an average airfare of $514. You may also consider flying to San Francisco airport in San Francisco for the second cheapest option with an average airfare of $629.

Prices for flights to California refresh daily.

The number of operators available for flights to California is 23 as of October 2026.

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to California.

The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.