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$43+ Cheap flights from Missouri 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — LAX
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Missouri to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Missouri to California flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$112
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$43
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$260

Good round-trip deal

$149 or less

Good one-way deal

$100 or less
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Cheapest flights from Missouri to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Missouri to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/194:05 pmMCI - LAX
Nonstop3h 41mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/229:52 amLAX - MCI
Nonstop3h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$108
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/262:55 pmMCI - LAS
Nonstop3h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/289:09 amLAS - MCI
Nonstop2h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$126
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/182:56 pmMCI - LAS
1 stop8h 32mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/216:00 amLAS - MCI
1 stop5h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$158
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/12:34 pmSTL - LAS
Nonstop3h 36mFrontier
Thu 9/48:34 amLAS - STL
Nonstop3h 19mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$195
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1812:05 pmSTL - LAX
1 stop13h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2110:45 pmLAX - STL
1 stop14h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$196
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2110:35 amSTL - LAS
1 stop12h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/2510:09 amLAS - STL
Nonstop3h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$197
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/182:30 pmSTL - LAS
1 stop9h 08mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/2110:43 pmLAS - STL
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$201
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/123:01 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop10h 52mMultiple Airlines
Thu 9/186:15 amSAN - MCI
1 stop5h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$206
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/42:55 pmMCI - SAN
1 stop5h 47mSpirit Airlines
Sun 9/76:15 amSAN - MCI
1 stop5h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$207
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/412:05 pmSTL - LAX
1 stop24h 52mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/205:30 amLAX - STL
1 stop27h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/30$209
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/88:01 pmMCI - ONT
1 stop5h 49mFrontier
Tue 8/1212:59 amONT - MCI
1 stop15h 24mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$215
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Fri 9/57:55 pmSTL - SAN
1 stop5h 58mFrontier
Mon 9/812:33 pmSAN - STL
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$215

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Missouri 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Missouri to California that are best for you.

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Missouri

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

Kansas CityLos Angeles

MCI - LAX

MCILAX

Kansas City

Fri 9/19

4:05 pm-5:46 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/22

9:52 am-3:10 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

$108

Kansas CityLas Vegas

MCI - LAS

MCILAS

Kansas City

Fri 9/26

2:55 pm-4:05 pm

Nonstop3h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 9/28

9:09 am-2:00 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

$126

Kansas CityLas Vegas

MCI - LAS

MCILAS

Kansas City

Thu 11/6

7:51 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 11/10

7:47 pm-12:40 am

Nonstop2h 53m

$169

St. LouisLas Vegas

STL - LAS

STLLAS

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 9/1

2:34 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop3h 36m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 9/4

8:34 am-1:53 pm

Nonstop3h 19m

$195

St. LouisLos Angeles

STL - LAX

STLLAX

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/18

12:05 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop13h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/21

10:45 pm-3:04 pm

1 stop14h 19m

$196

St. LouisLas Vegas

STL - LAS

STLLAS

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 10/21

10:35 am-9:08 pm

1 stop12h 33m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 10/25

10:09 am-3:35 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

$197

St. LouisLas Vegas

STL - LAS

STLLAS

Lambert-St Louis

Mon 8/18

2:30 pm-9:38 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 8/21

10:43 pm-1:32 pm

1 stop12h 49m

$201

Kansas CitySan Diego

MCI - SAN

MCISAN

Kansas City

Fri 9/12

3:01 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 52m

San Diego

Thu 9/18

6:15 am-2:00 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$206

Kansas CitySan Diego

MCI - SAN

MCISAN

Kansas City

Thu 9/4

2:55 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop5h 47m

San Diego

Sun 9/7

6:15 am-2:00 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$207

St. LouisLos Angeles

STL - LAX

STLLAX

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 9/4

12:05 pm-10:57 am

1 stop24h 52m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/20

5:30 am-10:50 am

1 stop27h 20m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from Missouri to California

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Missouri to California (average of $246). Flying from Missouri 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 MO to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Missouri 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 July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Missouri to California as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Missouri to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Missouri to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

The most flights from USMO to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Missouri to California to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

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

  • How popular is this Missouri to California flight route?

    Flights from Missouri to California have been viewed 12 times in the past calendar month.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $43 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $93 and Frontier from $97 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Missouri 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 Missouri to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Missouri to California (average of $246). Flying from Missouri 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 8 airlines flying from Missouri to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Missouri 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$56Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$77Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$146Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$158Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$226Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$228Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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