$28 Cheap Flights to Southern California

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How much is the cheapest flight to Southern California?

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $28 for one-way flights and $56 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, May 7 - Fri, May 8
EWR
New York
LAX
Los Angeles
$185 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 7 from New York to Los Angeles, returning Fri, May 8, priced at $185 found 3 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, May 8 - Sun, May 10
EWR
New York
LAX
Los Angeles
$191 Roundtrip, just found
$191
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, May 8 from New York to Los Angeles, returning Sun, May 10, priced at $191 just found
American Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 19
EWR
New York
CLD
Carlsbad
$237 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 15 from New York to Carlsbad, returning Sat, Sep 19, priced at $237 found 1 hour ago
United
Wed, May 6 - Mon, May 11
EWR
New York
CLD
Carlsbad
$249 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$249
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, May 6 from New York to Carlsbad, returning Mon, May 11, priced at $249 found 5 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14
EWR
New York
PSP
Palm Springs
$257 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$257
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Nov 10 from New York to Palm Springs, returning Sat, Nov 14, priced at $257 found 3 hours ago

Alternative airports

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Los Angeles Intl. LAX. Cheapest option available. Flights from $240
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
Cheapest
Flights from $240
Select flight to John Wayne SNA. Flights from $597
SNA
John Wayne
Flights from $597
Select flight to San Diego Intl. SAN. Flights from $300
SAN
San Diego Intl.
Flights from $300
Select flight to Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. ONT. Flights from $507
ONT
Los Angeles - Ontario Intl.
Flights from $507
Select flight to Bob Hope BUR. Flights from $659
BUR
Bob Hope
Flights from $659
Select flight to Long Beach Municipal LGB. Flights from $366
LGB
Long Beach Municipal
Flights from $366
Select flight to Santa Barbara Municipal SBA. Flights from $607
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
Flights from $607

Frequently asked questions

What month is the cheapest to fly to Southern California?
May is the cheapest month to travel to Southern California. Demand is lower then, so fares are usually more affordable. Booking your trip outside of major holidays and school breaks can also help you save.
Which US cities have the cheapest flights to Southern California?
New York, Washington and Dallas usually have cheap flights to Southern California. Bear in mind that fares may vary based on factors such as time of year, number of stopovers and demand.
Which US cities fly direct to Southern California?
There are 150 US cities where you can fly to Southern California directly from. Explore your options by selecting the "Direct flights only" filter on Expedia and find the best starting point for your trip. Here are some of the major cities to set off from:

  • New York
  • Washington
  • Dallas
  • Boston
  • Phoenix

How to find a cheap flight to Southern California?
To secure cheap flights to Southern California, book early and visit during the off-season months of January and February. Like another tip? Jet off on a Thursday and save 16% on average compared to traveling on a Sunday.* Opt to receive price alerts on the Expedia app and you'll get notified as soon as your fares drop.*Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.
How to get a cheap last-minute flight to Southern California?
Although booking in advance is usually the best way to save money, don't panic if your Southern California getaway is last minute. You can still get cheap flights to Southern California, especially if your plans have a little leeway. Try changing your travel dates, exploring different ticket types or departing from another airport.
How far in advance should I book a flight to Southern California?
To snap up some of the biggest savings on domestic journeys, book your flight to Southern California 28 days ahead of your travel dates. For international flights, book between two and four months in advance. This increases your chances of securing your preferred departure times and seats.**Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.
Which day of the week is the cheapest day to buy a plane ticket to Southern California?
Sundays are generally the best day to book a cheap flight to Southern California, where you can save 8% on average compared to Fridays. If you purchase tickets on a Friday, expect to pay a higher price as this is often the most expensive day.**Best day of the week to book, depart and ideal booking window recommendations based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through August 2023, sourced from Airline Reporting Corporation's (ARC) global airline sales database. Percentages noted are averages.
Which airlines fly to Southern California?
Whether you'd like to sit in a premium seat or save your pennies in economy, these reputable airlines will fly you comfortably to Southern California:

  • Delta Air Lines - 5,539 flights to Southern California each month, including 4,091 flights to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) per month.
  • American Airlines - 4,849 flights to Southern California each month, including 3,484 flights to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) per month.

Where do you fly into Southern California?
If you're flying to Southern California, the main airport to land at is Palm Springs Intl. Airport (PSP). You can also jet into nearby hubs like McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD), Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT) or Hemet, CA (HMT-Hemet-Ryan). Another possibility worth considering when you fly to Southern California is Banning, CA (BNG-Banning Municipal).
Can I save money by booking a Southern California trip package?
Book a Southern California flight and hotel package deal on Expedia, and you could benefit from significant savings. It's a breeze to bundle your hotel and flight, and you can even add tours and car rentals to create your own personalized Southern California trip. Plus, nothing beats the convenience of booking everything in one place.
Can I change or cancel my flight to Southern California?
It's often possible to cancel or change your flight to Southern California. Many airlines allow you to cancel your flights for free within 24 hours of booking. However, some flights are non-refundable, and airlines may issue you a credit toward a future flight rather than a direct refund. To get affordable flights to Southern California with flexible change policies, check "No cancel fee" or "Changes included" during your search. Want more information? Go to our Customer Service Portal.

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Travel information

Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport IATA code
SAN
Destination city name
San Diego
Roundtrip price
$56

Trending flights to Southern California

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $28 for one-way flights and $56 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Wed, May 27 - Wed, Jun 3
SFO
San Francisco
ONT
Ontario
$56 Roundtrip, just found
$56
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 27 from San Francisco to Ontario, returning Wed, Jun 3, priced at $56 just found