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$59+ Cheap flights from North Carolina to California

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RDU — LAX
Mar 13 — Mar 201
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:49 pm
CLT
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ONT
1 stop14h 42m
Frontier
Mon 5/1112:59 am
ONT
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CLT
1 stop14h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$144
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:49 pm
CLT
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ONT
1 stop7h 06m
Frontier
Mon 4/2012:59 am
ONT
-
CLT
1 stop14h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10$164
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/245:13 pm
RDU
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LAS
1 stop8h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/285:30 am
LAS
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RDU
1 stop7h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7$172
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2610:38 am
RDU
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LAS
1 stop13h 53m
Frontier
Tue 3/311:03 pm
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop11h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$173
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Sat 2/286:10 am
RDU
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LAS
1 stop13h 51m
Frontier
Tue 3/311:03 pm
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop14h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/65:55 pm
RDU
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LAS
1 stop8h 41m
Frontier
Thu 5/711:34 pm
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop7h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Sun 4/193:34 pm
RDU
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LAS
1 stop10h 01m
Frontier
Sat 4/257:00 am
LAS
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RDU
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 4/226:00 am
RDU
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LAS
2 stops20h 50m
Frontier
Sat 4/257:00 am
LAS
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RDU
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Tue 2/249:25 pm
RDU
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LAS
1 stop15h 50m
Frontier
Sat 2/285:30 am
LAS
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RDU
1 stop7h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 4/154:07 pm
RDU
-
LAS
1 stop9h 21m
Frontier
Sat 4/187:00 am
LAS
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RDU
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8$180
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Thu 2/2610:38 am
RDU
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LAS
1 stop13h 53m
Frontier
Sat 2/285:30 am
LAS
-
RDU
1 stop7h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8$181
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/36:25 am
RDU
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LAS
1 stop9h 20m
Frontier
Thu 3/511:59 pm
LAS
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RDU
1 stop18h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9$182

Find flight deals from North Carolina to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North Carolina to California flight deals. Data was last updated February 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$144
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$59
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$425

Good round-trip deal

$267 or less

Good one-way deal

$167 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Los Angeles flight deals.
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From North Carolina to California
One-way flight from North Carolina to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($33 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 February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from North Carolina to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from North Carolina to California.

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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 February 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North Carolina to California that are best for you.

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RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/1

9:47 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop28h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 5/4

11:59 pm-2:42 pm

1 stop11h 43m

$190

CharlotteOntario

CLT - ONT

CLTONT

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 2/26

5:35 am-10:35 am

1 stop8h 00m

Ontario

Tue 3/3

6:50 am-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$241

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/19

4:55 pm-7:16 am

1 stop17h 21m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/21

3:16 pm-6:53 pm

1 stop24h 37m

$241

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

4:41 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Los Angeles

Sat 3/14

10:43 pm-9:05 am

1 stop31h 22m

$245

RaleighSan Diego

RDU - SAN

RDUSAN

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/7

8:55 am-11:24 am

Nonstop5h 29m

San Diego

Mon 5/11

9:07 pm-2:42 pm

3 stops14h 35m

$245

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 2/26

4:55 pm-12:30 am

1 stop10h 35m

Los Angeles

Fri 2/27

2:36 pm-4:16 pm

1 stop22h 40m

$248

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/1

6:09 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/9

11:05 pm-11:11 am

1 stop9h 06m

$253

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/30

4:06 pm-10:48 pm

1 stop9h 42m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 4/6

11:46 pm-3:02 pm

1 stop12h 16m

$254

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 3/4

6:15 am-1:04 pm

1 stop9h 49m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/10

9:00 pm-9:33 am

1 stop9h 33m

$255

CharlotteLos Angeles

CLT - LAX

CLTLAX

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 4/7

7:49 pm-12:12 am

1 stop7h 23m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/10

11:25 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops21h 28m

$269

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Best time to book a flight from North Carolina to California

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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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to California (average of $105). Flying from North Carolina to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $232). 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 February 11, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from North Carolina to California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from North Carolina to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from North Carolina to California. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their North Carolina to California flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 February 11, 2026.
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.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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.

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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.

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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.
  • 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.

  • 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 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 31m. Fly via Southwest, Frontier, or Breeze Airways to get the fastest option. The distance from North Carolina to California is about 2232 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 $40. Users have also found prices from $63 and $89 on Frontier and American Airlines, 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, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North Carolina to California (average of $105). Flying from North Carolina to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $232). 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 9 airlines flying from North Carolina to California

Discover the top 9 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 February 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$45Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$109Average$410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$112Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$114Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$131Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$202Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$218Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$227Average$420FlexibilityNo 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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