This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— LAX
7 Oct — 14 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Flights to California in 2026
Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.
Cheapest
Best
Direct
Last-minute
One-way
Cheapest flights to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available to California. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 7 September 2026.
Mon 19/1022:30 -
2 stops32h 36m
Mon 26/1022:55 -
2 stops35h 05m
Deal found 5/9AED 3,181
Mon 28/918:15 -
2 stops35h 02m
Mon 12/1023:49 -
2 stops25h 11m
Deal found 5/9AED 3,184
Thu 15/1021:00 -
2 stops36h 38m
Mon 26/1022:55 -
2 stops28h 35m
Deal found 2/9AED 3,188
Tue 8/923:00 -
2 stops34h 23m
Fri 11/907:05 -
2 stops32h 20m
Deal found 3/9AED 3,316
Wed 11/1110:00 -
2 stops43h 21m
Mon 16/1120:35 -
1 stop23h 05m
Deal found 5/9AED 3,327
Mon 19/1020:30 -
2 stops36h 57m
Mon 26/1023:37 -
2 stops27h 53m
Deal found 4/9AED 3,335
Sat 17/1004:05 -
2 stops30h 21m
Sat 24/1022:00 -
2 stops31h 00m
Deal found 2/9AED 3,434
Fri 16/1022:30 -
2 stops35h 56m
Mon 25/122:00 -
2 stops26h 00m
Deal found 7/9AED 3,438
Wed 30/904:05 -
2 stops30h 29m
Wed 7/1007:20 -
2 stops34h 15m
Deal found 2/9AED 3,449
Thu 24/921:00 -
2 stops38h 34m
Mon 5/1023:50 -
2 stops32h 10m
Deal found 5/9AED 3,478
Tue 1/1202:15 -
1 stop24h 40m
Wed 23/1217:20 -
2 stops42h 25m
Deal found 6/9AED 3,482
Sat 10/1021:00 -
2 stops36h 27m
Fri 16/1023:37 -
2 stops30h 08m
Deal found 3/9AED 3,518
Best flights to California
Discover carefully curated flight deals to California that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
Mon 19/1022:30 -
2 stops32h 36m
Mon 26/1022:55 -
2 stops35h 05m
Deal found 4/9AED 3,258
Tue 1/1202:15 -
1 stop24h 40m
Wed 23/1217:20 -
2 stops42h 25m
Deal found 3/9AED 3,482
Mon 19/1022:30 -
2 stops30h 56m
Mon 26/1022:55 -
2 stops30h 50m
Deal found 4/9AED 3,900
Sat 31/1001:50 -
2 stops31h 57m
Tue 10/1113:17 -
2 stops45h 08m
Deal found 5/9AED 4,003
Fri 11/900:40 -
2 stops31h 10m
Fri 6/1110:40 -
2 stops24h 40m
Deal found 5/9AED 4,033
Sat 17/1019:30 -
1 stop22h 30m
Sat 24/1018:45 -
2 stops37h 15m
Deal found 2/9AED 4,102
Tue 9/215:05 -
2 stops41h 23m
Sat 13/223:10 -
2 stops26h 15m
Deal found 4/9AED 4,433
Sun 18/1000:40 -
1 stop25h 55m
Mon 26/1013:29 -
2 stops22h 51m
Deal found 4/9AED 4,477
Mon 1/210:00 -
2 stops25h 19m
Mon 8/214:17 -
2 stops29h 23m
Deal found 5/9AED 4,646
Thu 11/201:30 -
2 stops46h 50m
Tue 16/213:00 -
2 stops42h 45m
Deal found 6/9AED 4,881
Thu 1/1021:50 -
2 stops48h 03m
Mon 12/1006:00 -
2 stops35h 05m
Deal found 6/9AED 4,896
Tue 13/1005:50 -
1 stop19h 10m
Sat 31/1016:10 -
1 stop24h 40m
Deal found 5/9AED 5,002
Wed 30/909:05 -
1 stop25h 30m
Wed 7/1011:10 -
1 stop20h 20m
Deal found 2/9AED 6,526
Thu 22/1023:00 -
2 stops36h 37m
Mon 26/1023:37 -
2 stops31h 23m
Deal found 4/9AED 3,316
Sat 30/102:15 -
1 stop25h 55m
Wed 3/218:00 -
1 stop41h 45m
Deal found 6/9AED 3,493
Fri 2/1018:15 -
2 stops34h 30m
Fri 16/1023:37 -
2 stops32h 53m
Deal found 6/9AED 3,316
Wed 27/102:15 -
2 stops30h 48m
Mon 1/212:50 -
2 stops46h 55m
Deal found 4/9AED 3,621
Wed 9/900:40 -
2 stops43h 00m
Wed 23/918:25 -
1 stop41h 10m
Deal found 3/9AED 4,040
Mon 19/1020:30 -
2 stops36h 57m
Mon 26/1023:37 -
2 stops27h 53m
Deal found 4/9AED 3,397
Wed 17/210:00 -
2 stops43h 43m
Sun 21/211:36 -
2 stops32h 04m
Deal found 6/9AED 3,632
Wed 21/1000:40 -
1 stop26h 25m
Mon 26/1022:05 -
1 stop23h 55m
Deal found 4/9AED 4,044
Sat 17/1004:05 -
2 stops30h 21m
Sat 24/1022:00 -
2 stops31h 00m
Deal found 2/9AED 3,434
Fri 11/1201:30 -
2 stops44h 08m
Thu 31/1213:38 -
2 stops29h 52m
Deal found 2/9AED 4,653
Wed 30/900:40 -
1 stop22h 00m
Mon 12/1021:50 -
2 stops37h 45m
Deal found 6/9AED 4,044
Wed 30/904:05 -
2 stops30h 29m
Wed 7/1007:20 -
2 stops34h 15m
Deal found 2/9AED 3,449
Wed 27/102:15 -
2 stops31h 45m
Mon 1/211:51 -
2 stops31h 49m
Deal found 5/9AED 3,823
Fri 2/1004:30 -
2 stops51h 27m
Fri 16/1023:05 -
2 stops50h 15m
Deal found 6/9AED 5,340
Tue 20/1023:00 -
2 stops34h 55m
Tue 27/1019:53 -
2 stops38h 02m
Deal found 5/9AED 5,344
Sun 20/900:40 -
1 stop22h 00m
Mon 28/923:55 -
2 stops35h 40m
Deal found 5/9AED 4,044
Fri 12/201:50 -
2 stops42h 49m
Wed 17/213:56 -
3 stops44h 29m
Deal found 4/9AED 5,054
Direct flights to California
Explore direct flight options to California based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
Thu 1/1008:20 -
Nonstop17h 05m
Tue 20/1016:40 -
Nonstop15h 50m
Deal found 5/9AED 5,601
Tue 13/1008:55 -
Nonstop16h 20m
Tue 20/1016:40 -
Nonstop15h 50m
Deal found 3/9AED 5,671
Thu 10/908:20 -
Nonstop17h 05m
Wed 23/916:40 -
Nonstop16h 15m
Deal found 4/9AED 5,689
Tue 22/908:20 -
Nonstop17h 05m
Tue 29/916:40 -
Nonstop16h 15m
Deal found 6/9AED 5,696
Thu 22/1009:10 -
Nonstop15h 50m
Thu 29/1016:45 -
Nonstop15h 40m
Deal found 7/9AED 5,722
Sun 1/1108:30 -
Nonstop16h 15m
Tue 10/1115:35 -
Nonstop15h 55m
Deal found 5/9AED 5,748
Thu 1/1008:20 -
Nonstop17h 05m
Fri 16/1016:40 -
Nonstop15h 50m
Deal found 6/9AED 5,762
Wed 23/908:20 -
Nonstop17h 05m
Fri 2/1016:40 -
Nonstop15h 50m
Deal found 5/9AED 5,799
Mon 19/1009:10 -
Nonstop15h 50m
Mon 26/1016:45 -
Nonstop15h 40m
Deal found 4/9AED 5,814
Mon 28/908:25 -
Nonstop16h 45m
Mon 12/1017:05 -
Nonstop15h 35m
Deal found 5/9AED 5,865
Thu 15/1009:10 -
Nonstop15h 50m
Mon 26/1016:45 -
Nonstop15h 40m
Deal found 2/9AED 5,876
Sat 17/1009:10 -
Nonstop15h 50m
Sat 24/1017:05 -
Nonstop15h 35m
Deal found 2/9AED 5,975
Last-minute flights to California
Discover last-minute flight deals to California. Data last updated 7 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 11/900:30 -
2 stops28h 15m
Wed 16/910:55 -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 7/9AED 3,915
Sun 13/919:30 -
2 stops46h 30m
Mon 28/910:55 -
2 stops40h 05m
Deal found 4/9AED 4,033
Sun 13/923:00 -
2 stops36h 34m
Thu 24/907:00 -
2 stops32h 25m
Deal found 3/9AED 4,128
Mon 14/919:30 -
2 stops46h 30m
Tue 13/1010:30 -
2 stops30h 30m
Deal found 7/9AED 3,922
Mon 14/919:30 -
2 stops46h 30m
Sat 26/910:55 -
2 stops30h 05m
Deal found 4/9AED 3,992
Mon 14/919:30 -
1 stop46h 30m
Tue 13/1012:15 -
2 stops24h 25m
Deal found 7/9AED 4,110
Wed 16/900:40 -
1 stop23h 10m
Thu 24/915:05 -
1 stop20h 30m
Deal found 6/9AED 4,371
Thu 17/904:05 -
2 stops29h 22m
Thu 24/907:00 -
2 stops27h 30m
Deal found 3/9AED 3,809
Thu 17/915:30 -
1 stop26h 30m
Thu 24/910:55 -
1 stop30h 05m
Deal found 3/9AED 4,271
Sat 19/915:10 -
2 stops35h 50m
Sat 26/907:30 -
2 stops25h 20m
Deal found 3/9AED 3,959
Mon 21/903:05 -
2 stops27h 49m
Tue 29/908:15 -
2 stops29h 20m
Deal found 6/9AED 3,956
Mon 21/909:40 -
1 stop22h 25m
Mon 28/923:15 -
1 stop20h 50m
Deal found 5/9AED 3,974
One-way flights to California
Search for one-way flight options to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 7 September 2026.
Mon 12/1021:50 -
2 stops36h 01m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 2/9AED 2,295
Wed 11/1122:30 -
2 stops36h 13m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 5/9AED 2,104
Mon 5/1020:30 -
2 stops35h 09m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 2/9AED 2,354
Find flights to California
Browse one-way and return flights deals to California on Cheapflights. Flight deals are based on user searches and were last updated on 7 September 2026
Find the latest flights to California in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 7,457,451 searches and data was last updated on 7 September 2026.
Locate flights to California that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 7,457,451 searches and data was last updated on 7 September 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights to California that are best for you.
Fly from
Route
Departure
Return
Price
Cheapest return flight
DubaiSan Francisco
DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco
DXBSFO
Dubai Intl
Tue 20/10
15:30-07:00
1 stop26h 30m
San Francisco
Wed 31/12
00:00-12:00
Nonstop0h 00m
AED 2,321
DubaiSan Diego
DXB Dubai Intl - SAN San Diego
DXBSAN
Dubai Intl
Mon 5/10
20:30-20:39
2 stops35h 09m
San Diego
Wed 31/12
00:00-12:00
Nonstop0h 00m
AED 2,354
Fastest return journey
DubaiLos Angeles
DXB Dubai Intl - LAX Los Angeles
DXBLAX
Dubai Intl
Sat 5/12
01:50-13:30
1 stop23h 40m
Los Angeles
Wed 31/12
00:00-12:00
Nonstop0h 00m
AED 2,553
DubaiSan Francisco
DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco
DXBSFO
Dubai Intl
Mon 19/10
22:30-20:06
2 stops32h 36m
San Francisco
Mon 26/10
22:55-21:00
2 stops35h 05m
AED 3,258
DubaiLas Vegas
DXB Dubai Intl - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
DXBLAS
Dubai Intl
Thu 22/10
23:00-00:37
2 stops36h 37m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Mon 26/10
23:37-18:00
2 stops31h 23m
AED 3,316
DubaiLas Vegas
DXB Dubai Intl - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
DXBLAS
Dubai Intl
Fri 2/10
18:15-17:45
2 stops34h 30m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Fri 16/10
23:37-19:30
2 stops32h 53m
AED 3,316
DubaiLas Vegas
DXB Dubai Intl - LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
DXBLAS
Dubai Intl
Mon 19/10
20:30-22:27
2 stops36h 57m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Mon 26/10
23:37-14:30
2 stops27h 53m
AED 3,397
DubaiSan Francisco
DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco
DXBSFO
Dubai Intl
Sat 17/10
04:05-23:26
2 stops30h 21m
San Francisco
Sat 24/10
22:00-16:00
2 stops31h 00m
AED 3,434
DubaiSan Diego
DXB Dubai Intl - SAN San Diego
DXBSAN
Dubai Intl
Wed 30/9
04:05-23:34
2 stops30h 29m
San Diego
Wed 7/10
07:20-04:35
2 stops34h 15m
AED 3,449
DubaiSan Francisco
DXB Dubai Intl - SFO San Francisco
DXBSFO
Dubai Intl
Tue 1/12
02:15-14:55
1 stop24h 40m
San Francisco
Wed 23/12
17:20-23:45
2 stops42h 25m
AED 3,482
Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.
Deals found on 2/9
Showing 1-10 of 33 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
4
Best time to book a flight to California
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California with our price prediction graph.
DXB-LAX
DXB-SFO
DXB-SAN
DXB-LAS
DXB-ONT
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight to California
DXB-USCA
DXB-LAX
DXB-SFO
DXB-SAN
DXB-LAS
How long is the flight to California?
On average, a flight from Dubai to California takes 22 hours 35 minutes. Flights to California from other popular cities in United Arab Emirates will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.
Weekly flight availability to California
The most flights from Dubai to California are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
What are the most popular airlines that fly to California?
The most popular airlines flying from Dubai to California are Emirates, KLM and Air France.
What are the cheapest airlines that fly to California?
The cheapest airlines flying from Dubai to California are Delta, SAUDIA and Air France.
Rainfall in California by month
Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.
Temperature in California by month
Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).
When is the best time to book a flight to California?
The price you pay for your flight to California may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 82 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What are the most popular places to fly to in California?
Destination popularity is based on the amount of flight searches to California in the last few years. This data was updated on 7 September 2026.
The most popular places in California to fly to are Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego.
Reviews of airlines servicing California
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 7 September 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates,KLM, andDelta to the United States have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
FAQs about flying to California
Can I find cheaper flights to California if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to California on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Delta is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to California.
What is the cheapest airport to fly to in California?
Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in California. One-way flights to Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty typically cost AED 239, while return flights cost around AED 299.
Yes. Los Angeles has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport is the closest property to Los Angeles (0.0 km away from Los Angeles).
Not sure where to visit in United States? Start by selecting one of the most popular places in United States below to filter down your possible destination.
Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.
How does Cheapflights help users find flights to California?
Cheapflights makes it easy to find California flights by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.
Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets to California?
Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals to California for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.
Can Cheapflights find flights to California with no change fees?
Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights to California flexibly with Cheapflights today.
Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights to California become cheaper?
Not ready to book yet? You can track prices for flights to California on Cheapflights with our Price Alerts feature and get notified when better prices are available.
100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book With Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees.
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.
We value your privacy
Cheapflights and its partners wish to use cookies or similar technologies to store and/or access information on and about your device and process personal data such as your IP address, device identifiers etc., in order to improve your experience on the site, to analyse navigation, to offer and measure personalised advertising, and to facilitate sharing on social networks. We also allow the use of third-party cookies (including those from our advertising partners) on our sites.
By clicking 'Accept', you consent to your data being processed by 0 vendors on this web site for the purposes described in this notice. You can review the vendors and their individual processing purposes on the .
To review individual processing purposes and cookie categories, please click ’Select individual purposes’. You can review your choices and withdraw your consent at any time by clicking the ’Privacy Preferences’ link in the page side navigation.