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$93+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to California

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RDU — LAX
Oct 17 — Oct 241
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Round-trip from

$154
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$93
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$354

Good round-trip deal

$218 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 or less
From North Carolina to California
One-way flight from North Carolina to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from North Carolina to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North Carolina to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/235:34 pmCLT - ONT
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Sun 10/266:53 amONT - CLT
1 stop6h 46mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$154
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/28:55 amCLT - ONT
1 stop12h 40mFrontier
Sun 10/57:15 pmONT - CLT
1 stop12h 37mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$163
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/1311:37 amCLT - ONT
1 stop22h 52mFrontier
Mon 11/176:53 amONT - CLT
1 stop7h 24mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$173
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/265:38 pmCLT - ONT
1 stop29h 16mFrontier
Thu 10/28:59 pmONT - CLT
1 stop16h 44mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$179
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/306:45 amRDU - LAX
1 stop8h 28mFrontier
Fri 10/36:35 amLAX - RDU
1 stop6h 53mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$180
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/306:45 amRDU - LAX
1 stop8h 28mFrontier
Sat 10/42:54 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop27h 06mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$181
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/288:55 amCLT - ONT
1 stop12h 40mFrontier
Wed 10/18:59 pmONT - CLT
1 stop16h 26mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$185
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 11/86:00 amRDU - LAX
1 stop28h 29mFrontier
Sun 11/166:44 amLAX - RDU
1 stop6h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$186
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Wed 10/16:45 amRDU - LAX
1 stop8h 28mFrontier
Mon 10/62:21 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop18h 09mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$187
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 9/277:03 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop16h 09mFrontier
Mon 9/299:31 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop13h 07mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$188
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/2010:00 amCLT - ONT
1 stop9h 28mFrontier
Sun 10/2612:49 pmONT - CLT
1 stop29h 21mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$188
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Fri 10/35:23 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop10h 04mFrontier
Mon 10/62:21 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop18h 09mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$190

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North Carolina 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to California that are best for you.

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North Carolina

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/4

11:33 am-4:19 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 11/4

12:35 am-10:54 am

1 stop7h 19m

$217

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 10/14

7:15 am-9:08 am

Nonstop4h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 10/21

10:59 pm-6:17 am

Nonstop4h 18m

$227

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 12/14

7:00 am-9:17 am

Nonstop5h 17m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 12/18

10:12 pm-5:24 am

Nonstop4h 12m

$227

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 11/6

7:15 am-9:08 am

Nonstop4h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 11/7

10:10 pm-9:32 am

1 stop8h 22m

$237

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 11/19

6:15 am-11:10 am

1 stop7h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 11/24

10:12 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop4h 18m

$237

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/8

3:59 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 11/19

10:12 pm-5:30 am

Nonstop4h 18m

$237

CharlotteLas Vegas

CLT - LAS

CLTLAS

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 11/16

5:11 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 11/21

2:07 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$257

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT - LAX

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 10/14

5:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/22

5:30 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$257

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 11/1

7:15 am-9:08 am

Nonstop4h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/8

10:59 pm-6:17 am

Nonstop4h 18m

$257

RaleighSan Francisco

RDU - SFO

RDUSFO

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 11/25

10:59 am-8:10 pm

1 stop12h 11m

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

11:56 am-11:51 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$291

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Everything you need to know about your flight from North Carolina to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to California (average of $246). Flying from North Carolina to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 NC to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from North Carolina 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 September 17, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from North Carolina to California

Explore weekly flight availability from North Carolina 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 September 17, 2025.

The most flights from USNC to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, 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 September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from North Carolina to California, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. 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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

North Carolina to California Travel Guide

California welcomes visitors from around the country and the world to explore its miles of coastline. From the vineyards of the Napa Valley to the star-lined walks of Hollywood, California offers a veritable wonderland of opportunities for those who make it a part of their travel plans. Whether you're flying in to take in the Redwood Forest and the Golden Gate Bridge, or your plans include visiting Disneyland or Universal studios, there are multiple flights available. Flights from North Carolina to California are easy to find on Cheapflights.

Weather is not really a major concern when deciding the best time to leave North Carolina for a West Coast vacation. The winters in North Carolina are mild, while the winters in California are modest as well. So your biggest challenge in choosing a time to visit Los Angeles, San Diego, Sacramento, San Jose or San Francisco depends more on the "tourist" season in the area you want to visit. For example, if you are heading for Disneyland and want to save some money, avoid summer, public holidays, Christmas and spring break. However, if you book at least 90 days in advance and don't mind more crowds than those experienced in other times of the year, then you may still find some very reasonable deals. If can book your California vacation either just before or after summer, and avoid major holidays like Christmas, you'll be able to find reasonably priced airfares and hotels.

To find the cheapest flights from North Carolina to California, try out our smart search engine and let us be your one-stop, go-to destination for affordable travel.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from North Carolina to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Which airports serve North Carolina and California?

    Travelers on this route have several airports they can choose to use. They can depart from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU), Wilmington International Airport (ILM), or Charlotte-Douglas International Airport (CLT). However, traveling from North Carolina to California through CLT is more sustainable because the airport has excellent sustainability measures, including using an energy-efficient lighting system, adopting a biophilic design, and strengthening its sustainability credentials. Depending on their destinations, passengers can land at Los Angeles International Airport (LAS), San Diego International Airport, San Jose, San Francisco, or Sacramento International Airport. Use public transport to get to your other destinations.

  • Which airlines operate the route between North Carolina and California?

    Several airlines provide flights between the two locations. These include but are not limited to American Airlines, Alaska, Spirit Airlines, Southwest Airlines, and Frontier Airlines. However, traveling with brands with sustainable programs is an excellent move since it means promoting a greener travel industry. Airlines like United and Delta are increasingly vocal about achieving greener and trash-free flights. Book direct tickets to reduce your carbon footprint when travelling with these airlines. Also, avoid using plastic packages.

  • How can passengers at Los Angeles International Airport access Los Angeles City Center?

    Passengers arriving at LAX can go to the city center using a taxi, renting a car, shuttle, or Towncar. However, boarding a bus is more sustainable. The bus can be located at LAX Terminal 1 Lower Level FlyAway and arrives at Union Station FlyAway - 800 N Alameda St at Union Station. The passengers can walk to their destinations.

  • How long is the flight from North Carolina to California ?

    The length of your nonstop flight to California depends on your destination, with the fastest being to San Diego in four hours and 45 minutes and the longest at five hours and 30 minutes to San Jose.

  • Which airlines operate flights from North Carolina to California ?

    The Charlotte International Airport is American Airlines second largest hub. Other major airlines operating from Charlotte are Frontier, United, Delta, Southwest and jetBlue, so you have many quality carriers to choose from.

  • How frequent are flights between North Carolina and California ?

    Charlotte Douglas International Airport is the sixth busiest airport in the world, offering more than 160 nonstop destinations with more than 700 departures and landings occurring daily. California's main destinations are served by several airports, with the largest being Los Angeles International Airport, San Francisco International Airport and San Diego International Airport.

  • Which airports serve North Carolina to California ?

    Your best bet for convenience when flying from Charlotte to California is to book your flight out of Charlotte Douglas International Airport. The Raleigh-Durham International Airport also serves much of California, but it is over two hours northeast of Charlotte. The major destination airports when traveling nonstop from Charlotte to California are Los Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego, Sacramento and San Jose.

  • Which direct flight route between North Carolina and California is cheapest?

    The least expensive route from Charlotte to the west coast is San Diego or Los Angeles. Low peak times in which to snag affordable airfare and accommodations is during January and February, late April, and September through November.

  • How popular is this North Carolina to California flight route?

  • How long is the flight from North Carolina to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from North Carolina to California in 7h 46m. Fly via Delta, JetBlue, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance from North Carolina to California is about 2020 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $93. Users have also found prices from $95 and $109 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from North Carolina to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North Carolina 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 North Carolina to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to California (average of $246). Flying from North Carolina to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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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Alternative routes for North Carolina to California

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Top 10 airlines flying from North Carolina to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from North Carolina 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$45Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$124Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$127Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$142Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$153Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$197Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$199Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$228Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

Helpful tips for your next trip to California

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to California. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • Passengers from North Carolina to California will likely depart from Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) and fly into Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). These airports discourage the use of plastics. Therefore, passengers should refrain from carrying plastic water bottles to reduce waste.
  • Book direct flights when traveling to California from North Carolina. Direct flights ensure fewer carbon footprints. Several airlines provide direct flights between the two locations, including American Airlines, Delta Airlines, and Alaska Airlines.
  • Use public transport to access Charlotte Douglas International Airport since there is a fantastic transport network. Additionally, the airport limits vehicles entering it to reduce its carbon emissions. Also, don't carry items with excess packaging to avoid trash.

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