Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to California? If you want to travel to California next month, return fares start from £288. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Los Angeles.£286 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Ryanair and Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Luton on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in London Luton.Price includes taxes and charges.From £286, select.

San Francisco.£289 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep, returning Wed, 30 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and Aer Lingus.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from Leeds Bradford on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Aer Lingus, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Leeds Bradford.Price includes taxes and charges.From £289, select.

San Diego.£405 per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with Ryanair and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Luton on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in San Diego International.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Diego International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in London Luton.Price includes taxes and charges.From £405, select.

Oakland.£415 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 Oct, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with Virgin Atlantic.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Oakland Metropolitan Oak.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £415, select.

Santa Ana.£417 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with Lufthansa.Outbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from London Heathrow on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Santa Ana John Wayne.Inbound indirect flight with Lufthansa, departs from Santa Ana John Wayne on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £417, select.

San Jose.£421 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Nov, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Virgin Atlantic.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in San Jose International.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from San Jose International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £421, select.

Ontario.£423 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Nov, returning Sun, 15 Nov.Return flight with Virgin Atlantic.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in Ontario International.Inbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from Ontario International on Sun, 15 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £423, select.

Sacramento.£476 per passenger.Departing Thu, 17 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Thu, 17 Sep, arriving in Sacramento International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Sacramento International on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £476, select.

Fresno.£539 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Oct, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Allegiant Air.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Luton on Mon, 5 Oct, arriving in Fresno Yosemite.Inbound indirect flight with Allegiant Air, departs from Fresno Yosemite on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £539, select.

Palm Springs.£541 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Nov, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Air Transat and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Air Transat, departs from London Gatwick on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Palm Springs International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Palm Springs International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in London Gatwick.Price includes taxes and charges.From £541, select.

Santa Barbara.£557 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Sun, 27 Sep.Return flight with Ryanair and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Stansted on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Sun, 27 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £557, select.

San Bernardino.£572 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Virgin Atlantic and Breeze Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in San Bernardino Norton AFB.Inbound indirect flight with Breeze Airways, departs from San Bernardino Norton AFB on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £572, select.

San Luis Obispo.£595 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Sat, 31 Oct.Return flight with Ryanair and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ryanair, departs from London Luton on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in San Luis Obispo County.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Luis Obispo County on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in London Stansted.Price includes taxes and charges.From £595, select.

Santa Rosa.£620 per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Fri, 9 Oct.Return flight with Virgin Atlantic and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Virgin Atlantic, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Santa Rosa.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Santa Rosa on Fri, 9 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £620, select.

Carmel.£690 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Sep, returning Wed, 7 Oct.Return flight with Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 30 Sep, arriving in Carmel Monterey Peninsula.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Carmel Monterey Peninsula on Wed, 7 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £690, select.

Redding.£718 per passenger.Departing Mon, 2 Nov, returning Mon, 9 Nov.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Redding.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Redding on Mon, 9 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From £718, select.

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Flying to California

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	£286
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	11 hrs, 16 mins
Cheapest airport to fly from	London Luton
Most popular airline	American Airlines

Most popular cities to fly to in California

When planning a journey to California, direct flights are available to several major cities.

Los Angeles and San Francisco are popular gateways, each offering robust international and domestic connections.

Flights also regularly operate to San Diego, Santa Ana, Ontario, and San Jose, providing convenient options across various itineraries.

Additionally, Oakland and Sacramento serve as key points of entry, especially for those exploring different regions within California.

Top things to see and do in California

Explore the wonders of California starting with the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco, offering spectacular views and photo opportunities.

Dive into nature at Yosemite National Park, where granite cliffs and giant sequoia trees await your discovery.

Head to Los Angeles to experience the Hollywood Sign, an emblem of the entertainment industry, with options to hike or admire from afar.

Alcatraz Island provides not only a glimpse into history as a former prison but also stunning city skyline views.

Anaheim's Disneyland Park promises magical experiences for visitors of all ages.

The best time to visit California

For an ideal Californian getaway, plan your visit during spring (April-May) or autumn (September-October). These months offer pleasant temperatures and less rainfall, perfect for exploring without the summer crowds.

In spring, enjoy blooming wildflowers; autumn provides a chance to witness the grape harvest in wine country. Although summer (June-August) brings lively attractions, it also means higher prices and bustling tourist spots.

Winter (November-March) sees fewer visitors and low accommodation costs, but expect cooler temperatures and potential snowfall in higher elevations.

The cheapest month to fly to California

For those looking to explore the sun-drenched landscapes of California, booking a flight in March could be your most cost-effective option. Keep in mind that the average flight time from the UK is around 11 hours, so be sure to plan accordingly for a long-haul journey.

The cheapest UK airport for flights to California

To find the cheapest flights to California, consider flying from London Heathrow or Gatwick, which offer the widest range and most budget-friendly fares according to our data.

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly direct to California?

American Airlines, British Airways, Alaska Airlines, Lufthansa, Iberia, Finnair, Aer Lingus, Air New Zealand, Delta and Air France fly direct to California.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to California with?

Currently, Ryanair and Virgin Atlantic offer the cheapest flight tickets to California.

How much is the cheapest flight ticket to California?

We looked at upcoming return flights to California departing over the next 12 months and found that London Luton Airport to Los Angeles International Airport for £286 is the best price.

What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to Ontario International is currently November. The cheapest month to fly to San Bernardino Norton AFB is currently October. The cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles International is currently October. And the cheapest month to fly to Oakland Metropolitan Oak is currently October.

What is the cheapest day to fly to California?

The cheapest day to fly to Los Angeles International is currently Friday, 30 October 2026. The cheapest day to fly to San Francisco International is currently Wednesday, 23 September 2026. The cheapest day to fly to San Diego International is currently Monday, 25 January 2027. And the cheapest day to fly to Oakland Metropolitan Oak is currently Friday, 30 October 2026.

Which United Kingdom airports offer direct flights to California?

London Heathrow Airport offers direct flights to California.

Where's cheapest to fly into in California?

If you're flying from United Kingdom, the cheapest city in California to fly into is Los Angeles. The cheapest airport serving Los Angeles at the moment is Los Angeles International Airport.