HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
California

$194+ Cheap flights from Lincoln, NE (LNK) 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 11/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LNK — LAX
Nov 28 — Dec 51
Fri 11/28
Fri 12/5
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Lincoln to California with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Find 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 October 29, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/225:15 pmLNK - LAS
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/263:36 pmLAS - LNK
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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.
Mon 12/85:15 pmLNK - LAX
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/165:00 amLAX - LNK
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/125:15 pmLNK - PSP
1 stop5h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/165:20 amPSP - LNK
1 stop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/265:15 pmLNK - LAS
1 stop6h 43mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/284:41 pmLAS - LNK
1 stop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 12/85:15 pmLNK - LAX
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/154:15 pmLAX - LNK
1 stop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$315
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/116:06 amLNK - SFO
1 stop5h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/1510:40 pmSFO - LNK
1 stop10h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/125:15 pmLNK - LAX
1 stop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/165:00 amLAX - LNK
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/81:14 pmLNK - LAS
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/103:36 pmLAS - LNK
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 12/205:13 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop7h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/411:05 pmSFO - LNK
1 stop9h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/121:14 pmLNK - SFO
1 stop6h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/165:00 amSFO - LNK
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/176:00 amLNK - LAS
1 stop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/2411:05 amLAS - LNK
1 stop6h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/125:15 pmLNK - SAN
1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/1611:20 amSAN - LNK
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$339

Cheap flight deals from Lincoln to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Lincoln to California flight deals. Data was last updated October 29, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$259
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$194
(United Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$722
Provider with most accurate pricing for Lincoln-Los Angeles flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Lincoln-Los Angeles flights.
Search Deals
From Lincoln to California
Search Deals
One-way flight from Lincoln to California
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($27 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 October 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lincoln to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Lincoln

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LincolnLas Vegas

LNK - LAS

LNKLAS

Lincoln

Thu 1/8

9:01 am-2:27 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/11

12:30 am-11:00 am

1 stop8h 30m

$259

LincolnLas Vegas

LNK - LAS

LNKLAS

Lincoln

Sat 11/22

5:15 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/26

3:36 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$259

LincolnLas Vegas

LNK - LAS

LNKLAS

Lincoln

Sat 1/17

5:15 pm-8:32 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/21

5:20 am-12:17 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$259

LincolnLas Vegas

LNK - LAS

LNKLAS

Lincoln

Sat 1/3

5:13 pm-8:22 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/5

11:59 pm-11:00 am

1 stop9h 01m

$259

LincolnSan Francisco

LNK - SFO

LNKSFO

Lincoln

Thu 1/15

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 1/28

2:42 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$269

LincolnLos Angeles

LNK - LAX

LNKLAX

Lincoln

Mon 12/8

5:15 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/16

5:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$269

LincolnPalm Springs

LNK - PSP

LNKPSP

Lincoln

Wed 11/12

5:15 pm-9:07 pm

1 stop5h 52m

Palm Springs

Sun 11/16

5:20 am-12:11 pm

1 stop4h 51m

$289

LincolnSan Francisco

LNK - SFO

LNKSFO

Lincoln

Tue 11/11

6:06 am-9:35 am

1 stop5h 29m

San Francisco

Sat 11/15

10:40 pm-10:42 am

1 stop10h 02m

$319

LincolnLos Angeles

LNK - LAX

LNKLAX

Lincoln

Wed 11/12

5:15 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop5h 32m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

5:00 am-12:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$319

LincolnSan Francisco

LNK - SFO

LNKSFO

Lincoln

Wed 4/1

1:15 pm-7:42 pm

1 stop8h 27m

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

12:10 am-10:31 am

1 stop8h 21m

$334

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/27

Showing 1-10 of 53 results
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from Lincoln to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Lincoln with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip 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 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 $227). 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 October 29, 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 October 29, 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
8,999 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,999 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,999 reviews

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

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 United Airlines fly from Lincoln, Nebraska to California in about 7h 26m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 1045 mi.

  • 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 - Los Angeles or Lincoln - Ontario.

  • 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 $227). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for Lincoln to California

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Omaha to Orlando flights
Omaha to LaGuardia flights
Omaha to Sky Harbor Intl flights
Omaha to John F Kennedy Intl flights
Omaha to Dallas/Fort Worth flights
Omaha to Las Vegas flights
Omaha to Denver flights
Omaha to Newark flights
Omaha to Los Angeles flights
Omaha to Hobby flights
Omaha to O'Hare Intl flights
Omaha to Miami flights
Omaha to George Bush Intcntl flights
Omaha to Atlanta flights
Omaha to Reagan-National flights
Omaha to Seattle flights
Omaha to Fort Lauderdale flights
Omaha to Love Field flights
Omaha to Sarasota flights
Omaha to Honolulu flights
Omaha to Nashville flights
Omaha to Dulles Intl flights
Omaha to San Francisco flights
Omaha to Tampa flights
Omaha to Boston flights
Omaha to Charlotte flights
Grand Island to Las Vegas flights
Omaha to Ontario flights
Omaha to Minneapolis flights
Omaha to Midway flights
Omaha to Austin flights
Omaha to Baltimore flights
Omaha to San Diego flights
Omaha to Fort Myers flights
Omaha to Kailua-Kona flights
Lincoln to Orlando flights
Omaha to Salt Lake City flights
Omaha to Charleston flights
Omaha to St Petersburg flights
Omaha to Santa Ana flights
Omaha to Portland flights
Omaha to Philadelphia flights
Omaha to Key West flights
Omaha to Pensacola flights
Omaha to Burbank flights
Omaha to Orlando Sanford Intl flights
Omaha to Kahului flights
Omaha to St. Louis flights
Omaha to Palm Springs flights
Omaha to New Orleans flights

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 October 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$245Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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.