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$58+ 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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LNK — LAX
Aug 27 — Sep 31
Thu 8/27
Thu 9/3
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 July 28, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/52:50 pm
LNK
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 00m
Breeze Airways
Sat 9/129:25 am
LAS
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 45m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/26$117
This Breeze Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Breeze Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/192:50 pm
LNK
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 55m
Breeze Airways
Wed 9/239:25 am
LAS
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 45m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/27$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 9/122:50 pm
LNK
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 55m
Breeze Airways
Wed 9/169:25 am
LAS
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 45m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/23$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/92:50 pm
LNK
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 55m
Breeze Airways
Sat 9/129:25 am
LAS
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 45m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/26$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Sat 9/52:50 pm
LNK
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 00m
Breeze Airways
Wed 9/99:25 am
LAS
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 45m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/24$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Wed 9/162:50 pm
LNK
-
LAS
Nonstop2h 55m
Breeze Airways
Wed 9/239:25 am
LAS
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 45m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/25$133
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Wed 8/262:50 pm
LNK
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 00m
Breeze Airways
Sat 8/299:25 am
LAS
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 45m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/23$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/222:50 pm
LNK
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 00m
Breeze Airways
Sat 8/299:25 am
LAS
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 45m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/26$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/22:50 pm
LNK
-
LAS
Nonstop3h 00m
Breeze Airways
Sat 9/59:25 am
LAS
-
LNK
Nonstop2h 45m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/27$141
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/52:50 pm
LNK
-
SNA
1 stop4h 55m
Breeze Airways
Sat 9/267:30 am
SNA
-
LNK
1 stop4h 40m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/26$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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.
Wed 9/22:50 pm
LNK
-
SNA
1 stop4h 55m
Breeze Airways
Wed 9/97:30 am
SNA
-
LNK
1 stop4h 40m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/24$167
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 8/82:50 pm
LNK
-
SNA
1 stop4h 55m
Breeze Airways
Wed 8/127:30 am
SNA
-
LNK
1 stop4h 40m
Breeze Airways
Deal found 7/23$178

Find flight deals from Lincoln to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Lincoln to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 28, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$117
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$58
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$446
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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 July 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lincoln to California that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Sat 9/5

2:50 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 9/26

7:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$149

LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Wed 9/2

2:50 pm-5:45 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 9/9

7:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$168

LincolnSanta Ana

LNK - SNA

LNKSNA

Lincoln

Sat 9/5

2:50 pm-1:42 pm

2 stops24h 52m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 9/26

7:30 am-2:10 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$227
Quickest round-trip

LincolnLas Vegas

LNK - LAS

LNKLAS

Lincoln

Wed 11/25

2:50 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 12/2

9:25 am-2:10 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$248

LincolnSan Diego

LNK - SAN

LNKSAN

Lincoln

Wed 11/11

2:50 pm-10:23 am

1 stop21h 33m

San Diego

Fri 11/13

8:48 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop15h 22m

$271

LincolnPalm Springs

LNK - PSP

LNKPSP

Lincoln

Tue 11/10

2:58 pm-9:27 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Palm Springs

Tue 11/17

1:56 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$329

LincolnLas Vegas

LNK - LAS

LNKLAS

Lincoln

Sat 8/15

6:00 am-1:07 pm

1 stop9h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 8/18

5:20 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 05m

$329

LincolnLas Vegas

LNK - LAS

LNKLAS

Lincoln

Wed 10/28

1:19 pm-5:18 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/31

1:57 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops7h 16m

$334

LincolnSan Francisco

LNK - SFO

LNKSFO

Lincoln

Tue 8/25

2:36 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop9h 42m

San Francisco

Sat 8/29

12:38 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$339

LincolnSan Francisco

LNK - SFO

LNKSFO

Lincoln

Mon 8/17

6:14 am-9:26 am

1 stop5h 12m

San Francisco

Sat 8/22

5:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to California (average of $326). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $571). 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 Lincoln, Nebraska to California?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Lincoln, Nebraska to California flights typically cost between $424 and $506 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $339 on American Airlines (Sep 10-Sep 14).

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 July 28, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways,United Airlines, andAmerican 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.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
302 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
302 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
302 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,048 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
302 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,839 reviews
Breeze Airways
8.2
Very good
302 reviews

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.2

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.2

Entertainment

6.7

Reviews

1 / 18
4.0
Okay

Lisa,Mar 2026

ORF - JAX

*Flight was delayed twice *Once plane arrived crew closed the entryway to discuss whatever, leaving us to wait again. *Finally arriving Jax, we were delayed again for 20 minutes because another plane at the gate hadn’t pushed back Overall, score 2 out of 5. Lots of passengers upset.

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, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Lincoln, Nebraska to California in about 4h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 12m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1257 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 - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty or Lincoln - Los Angeles Los Angeles.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lincoln, Nebraska to California (average of $326). Flying from Lincoln, Nebraska to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $571). 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 Lincoln to California

Discover the top 3 airlines 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 July 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$139Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$268Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$348Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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