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$206+ Cheap flights from Dayton (DAY) 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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DAY — LAX
Jul 21 — Jul 281
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Cheap flight deals from Dayton to California

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 June 21, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Thu 10/226:40 pm
DAY
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LAX
1 stop9h 07m
Delta
Mon 10/269:50 pm
LAX
-
DAY
1 stop9h 37m
Delta
Deal found 6/18$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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.
Tue 10/69:00 am
DAY
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LAX
1 stop7h 06m
United Airlines
Sun 10/1111:30 pm
LAX
-
DAY
1 stop7h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/18$308
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Thu 10/110:22 am
DAY
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LAX
1 stop7h 57m
United Airlines
Mon 10/511:30 pm
LAX
-
DAY
1 stop7h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/17$321
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 9/256:39 pm
DAY
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LAX
1 stop8h 45m
Delta
Thu 10/112:15 pm
LAX
-
DAY
1 stop7h 59m
Delta
Deal found 6/16$326
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 8/217:00 am
DAY
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SNA
1 stop6h 30m
American Airlines
Tue 8/251:34 pm
SNA
-
DAY
1 stop6h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/16$328
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/18. 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 7/45:57 pm
DAY
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SMF
1 stop8h 41m
American Airlines
Mon 7/1311:10 pm
SMF
-
DAY
1 stop9h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/18$340
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/16. 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 7/33:56 pm
DAY
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LAX
1 stop8h 37m
American Airlines
Sat 7/111:25 pm
LAX
-
DAY
1 stop7h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/16$341
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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 7/31:00 pm
DAY
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LAS
1 stop10h 17m
American Airlines
Fri 7/310:41 pm
LAS
-
DAY
1 stop10h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/17$343
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/17. 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.
Fri 7/175:40 am
DAY
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LAX
1 stop6h 53m
United Airlines
Tue 7/2111:30 pm
LAX
-
DAY
1 stop8h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/17$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 11/136:00 am
DAY
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SMF
1 stop8h 15m
Delta
Mon 11/1610:40 pm
SMF
-
DAY
1 stop8h 47m
Delta
Deal found 6/20$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/20. 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 7/185:57 pm
DAY
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LAS
1 stop8h 56m
American Airlines
Tue 7/2112:59 am
LAS
-
DAY
1 stop8h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/20$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/19. 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 8/15:57 pm
DAY
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SAN
1 stop8h 29m
American Airlines
Sat 8/86:15 am
SAN
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DAY
1 stop8h 01m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/19$349

Find flight deals from Dayton to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Dayton to California flight deals. Data was last updated June 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$303
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$206
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$582
Provider with most accurate pricing for Dayton-Los Angeles flight deals.
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From Dayton to California
One-way flight from Dayton to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($88 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

DaytonSacramento

DAY - SMF

DAYSMF

Dayton

Sat 7/4

5:57 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop8h 41m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 7/13

11:10 pm-11:59 am

1 stop9h 49m

$340

DaytonLas Vegas

DAY - LAS

DAYLAS

Dayton

Mon 7/13

6:38 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 7/21

6:00 am-5:50 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$349

DaytonSacramento

DAY - SMF

DAYSMF

Dayton

Fri 11/13

5:40 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/16

11:59 pm-11:33 am

1 stop8h 34m

$349

DaytonLas Vegas

DAY - LAS

DAYLAS

Dayton

Sat 10/10

6:40 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/17

11:30 pm-10:27 am

1 stop7h 57m

$349

DaytonSan Diego

DAY - SAN

DAYSAN

Dayton

Mon 9/21

6:39 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 16m

San Diego

Sun 9/27

10:30 pm-10:39 am

1 stop9h 09m

$349

DaytonReno

DAY - RNO

DAYRNO

Dayton

Mon 8/31

6:17 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Reno

Sat 9/5

1:02 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$349

DaytonLos Angeles

DAY - LAX

DAYLAX

Dayton

Fri 8/28

6:30 pm-12:41 am

1 stop9h 11m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/13

9:50 pm-10:39 am

1 stop9h 49m

$349

DaytonSan Diego

DAY - SAN

DAYSAN

Dayton

Fri 10/2

10:22 am-2:57 pm

1 stop7h 35m

San Diego

Sat 10/10

6:15 am-6:58 pm

2 stops9h 43m

$354

DaytonSan Diego

DAY - SAN

DAYSAN

Dayton

Wed 8/26

2:23 pm-7:55 pm

2 stops8h 32m

San Diego

Sat 8/29

12:33 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 12m

$354

DaytonSan Diego

DAY - SAN

DAYSAN

Dayton

Fri 11/20

2:55 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop9h 46m

San Diego

Tue 11/24

8:00 am-5:49 pm

1 stop6h 49m

$361

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Best time to book a flight from Dayton to California

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to California (average of $91). Flying from Dayton to California in June 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Dayton to California?

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dayton to California?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Dayton to California, you should look to book at least 65 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.8

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.

  • How long is the flight from Dayton to California?

    Airlines like American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Dayton to California in about 6h 57m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 44m. There are 1695 mi between Dayton and California. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $137 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $169 and American Airlines from $189 one-way.

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

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dayton to California (average of $91). Flying from Dayton to California in June 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 3 airlines flying from Dayton to California

Discover the top 3 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 June 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$276Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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