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$138+ Cheap flights from Lincoln, NE (LNK) to California

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LNK — LAX
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lincoln to California

Cheapest flights from Lincoln to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lincoln to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/236:00 amLNK - LAS
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/279:05 amLAS - LNK
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$345
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/196:00 amLNK - LAS
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/149:56 amLAS - LNK
1 stop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$358
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/125:15 pmLNK - LAX
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/174:15 pmLAX - LNK
1 stop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$377
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/135:15 pmLNK - LAX
1 stop5h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/117:01 amLAX - LNK
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$401
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/266:00 amLNK - LAX
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/305:00 amLAX - LNK
1 stop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/161:45 pmLNK - LAS
1 stop5h 18mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/239:05 amLAS - LNK
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/137:30 amLNK - LAS
1 stop9h 36mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/154:19 pmLAS - LNK
1 stop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/125:15 pmLNK - LAX
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/117:01 amLAX - LNK
1 stop7h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$420
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/135:15 pmLNK - LAX
1 stop5h 46mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/102:50 pmLAX - LNK
1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$426
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/125:15 pmLNK - LAX
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/222:51 pmLAX - LNK
1 stop6h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$433
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/195:50 amLNK - PSP
1 stop8h 06mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/255:15 amPSP - LNK
1 stop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/255:13 pmLNK - ONT
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/2911:59 pmONT - LNK
1 stop9h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$443

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Round-trip from

$138
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Average price

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lincoln 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lincoln to California that are best for you.

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Lincoln

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LincolnLas Vegas

LNK - LAS

LNKLAS

Lincoln

Sat 4/18

2:45 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 4/25

9:25 am-2:05 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$138

LincolnLas Vegas

LNK - LAS

LNKLAS

Lincoln

Wed 1/7

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop6h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/14

9:56 am-4:18 pm

1 stop4h 22m

$259

LincolnLas Vegas

LNK - LAS

LNKLAS

Lincoln

Wed 1/7

5:32 pm-10:23 am

1 stop18h 51m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/12

5:06 pm-4:52 pm

2 stops45h 46m

$260

LincolnLas Vegas

LNK - LAS

LNKLAS

Lincoln

Sat 4/25

5:15 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/28

5:20 am-12:13 pm

1 stop4h 53m

$279

LincolnLas Vegas

LNK - LAS

LNKLAS

Lincoln

Wed 1/7

1:00 pm-5:11 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/12

11:30 pm-11:00 am

1 stop9h 30m

$279

LincolnLas Vegas

LNK - LAS

LNKLAS

Lincoln

Fri 1/9

5:15 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/12

11:30 pm-11:00 am

1 stop9h 30m

$279

LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Thu 1/8

1:00 pm-5:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/12

4:06 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$314

LincolnLos Angeles

LNK - LAX

LNKLAX

Lincoln

Mon 1/26

5:15 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 13m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/2

4:10 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop5h 03m

$319

LincolnRedding

LNK - RDD

LNKRDD

Lincoln

Wed 1/21

9:01 am-1:28 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Redding

Sat 1/24

12:45 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$338

LincolnPalm Springs

LNK - PSP

LNKPSP

Lincoln

Sat 1/10

9:01 am-3:09 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Palm Springs

Wed 1/14

5:15 am-12:17 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$339

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Best time to book a flight from Lincoln to California

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to California?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to California (average of $93). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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 LNK to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Lincoln 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 December 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 55% on flights from Lincoln, Nebraska to California by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 December 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Lincoln to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,095 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lincoln 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 Lincoln to California?

    Lincoln (LNK) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Lincoln to California. It is only a 4.0 mi journey to Lincoln (LNK) from Lincoln’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to California?

    Airlines like Breeze Airways and United Airlines fly from Lincoln, Nebraska to California in about 3h. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1045 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Lincoln, Nebraska to California?

    The most popular route from Lincoln, Nebraska to California is Lincoln - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Lincoln - San Francisco or Lincoln - Los Angeles.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Lincoln, Nebraska to California?

    Consider Sun Country Air (100%), United Airlines (33%) or SkyWest Airlines (0%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to California.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lincoln 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 Lincoln, Nebraska to California?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to California (average of $93). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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 airline flying from Lincoln to California

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Lincoln 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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