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$393+ Cheap flights from Brainerd (BRD) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BRD — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$620
(Delta)

One-way from

$393
(Delta)
From Brainerd Crow Wing County to California
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One-way flight from Brainerd Crow Wing County to California
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/96:08 pmBRD - SFO
2 stops15h 43mDelta
Thu 8/1412:40 amSFO - BRD
1 stop7h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/12$620

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Brainerd

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BrainerdSan Francisco

BRD - SFO

BRDSFO

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Sat 8/9

6:08 pm-7:51 am

2 stops15h 43m

San Francisco

Thu 8/14

12:40 am-10:27 am

1 stop7h 47m

$620

BrainerdSan Francisco

BRD - SFO

BRDSFO

Brainerd Crow Wing County

Sun 8/3

6:08 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$393

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Deals found on 6/12

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Rainfall in California by month

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Brainerd to California?

    For a flight from Brainerd to California, you will be flying from Crow Wing County. Brainerd Crow Wing County (BRD) is just 4.1 mi from the center of the city.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Brainerd to California that include hotel bookings?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Brainerd to California?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Brainerd to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Brainerd to California (average of $246). Flying from Brainerd to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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