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$165+ Cheap flights from Dayton (DAY) to California

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DAY — LAX
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Dayton to California flight deals. Data was last updated August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$165
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$384
From Dayton to California
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Cheapest flights from Dayton to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dayton to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/318:25 amDAY - SAN
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/71:23 pmSAN - DAY
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/278:43 amDAY - PSP
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/211:47 amPSP - DAY
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/249:27 amDAY - LAX
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/78:25 amLAX - DAY
1 stop8h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/13$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/199:00 pmDAY - LAX
1 stop14h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/252:27 pmLAX - DAY
1 stop24h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$286
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1212:56 pmDAY - SMF
1 stop10h 08mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/1611:15 amSMF - DAY
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 11/141:15 pmDAY - LAS
1 stop9h 11mDelta
Fri 11/1412:35 amLAS - DAY
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Deal found 8/13$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/46:06 amDAY - SAN
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/81:17 pmSAN - DAY
1 stop6h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Tue 10/146:44 pmDAY - LAX
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Tue 10/219:45 pmLAX - DAY
1 stop9h 39mDelta
Deal found 8/12$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/131:59 pmDAY - SNA
1 stop9h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/1711:46 amSNA - DAY
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Tue 10/143:17 pmDAY - ONT
1 stop10h 05mDelta
Tue 10/2110:00 pmONT - DAY
1 stop9h 24mDelta
Deal found 8/12$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2712:56 pmDAY - SAN
1 stop9h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/47:00 amSAN - DAY
1 stop7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$290
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/611:43 amDAY - LAS
2 stops9h 13mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/152:41 pmLAS - DAY
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$294

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Dayton to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dayton to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Dayton

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DaytonSan Diego

DAY - SAN

DAYSAN

Dayton

Fri 10/31

8:25 am-2:10 pm

1 stop8h 45m

San Diego

Fri 11/7

1:23 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$259

DaytonLos Angeles

DAY - LAX

DAYLAX

Dayton

Wed 9/24

9:27 am-12:58 pm

1 stop6h 31m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/7

8:25 am-8:09 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$284

DaytonPalm Springs

DAY - PSP

DAYPSP

Dayton

Thu 11/27

8:43 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Palm Springs

Tue 12/2

11:47 am-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$284

DaytonLos Angeles

DAY - LAX

DAYLAX

Dayton

Sun 10/19

9:00 pm-8:28 am

1 stop14h 28m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/25

2:27 pm-6:21 pm

1 stop24h 54m

$286

DaytonLas Vegas

DAY - LAS

DAYLAS

Dayton

Sat 10/18

5:30 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/24

12:45 am-10:24 am

1 stop6h 39m

$289

DaytonLas Vegas

DAY - LAS

DAYLAS

Dayton

Tue 10/21

3:17 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop8h 43m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/28

11:54 pm-10:24 am

1 stop7h 30m

$289

DaytonSacramento

DAY - SMF

DAYSMF

Dayton

Fri 9/12

12:56 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/16

11:15 am-8:38 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$289

DaytonLas Vegas

DAY - LAS

DAYLAS

Dayton

Fri 10/24

1:29 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/25

6:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$289

DaytonLas Vegas

DAY - LAS

DAYLAS

Dayton

Tue 11/11

1:15 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 11/14

12:35 am-12:14 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$289

DaytonLas Vegas

DAY - LAS

DAYLAS

Dayton

Sat 10/4

6:52 am-10:12 am

1 stop6h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 10/6

11:45 pm-12:38 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$289

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Best time to book a flight from Dayton to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Dayton to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to California (average of $246). Flying from Dayton to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DAY to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dayton to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

When flying from Dayton to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 August 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Dayton to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,219 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dayton to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For a flight from Dayton to California, you will be flying from Dayton. Dayton (DAY) is just 10.0 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dayton to California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $170 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $180 and Alaska Airlines from $309 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Dayton to California?

    When deciding which route to take from Dayton to California consider Dayton - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Dayton - San Francisco or Dayton - San Diego as they are the most popular.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dayton to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dayton to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Dayton to California.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dayton to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to California (average of $246). Flying from Dayton to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Dayton to California

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Dayton to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$130Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$230Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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