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$66+ Cheap flights from South Dakota 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 12/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FSD — LAX
Oct 14 — Oct 211
Tue 10/14
Tue 10/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from South Dakota to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Dakota to California flight deals. Data was last updated September 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$150
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$66
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$343
From South Dakota to California
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Cheapest flights from South Dakota to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Dakota to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 14, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 9/215:39 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 20mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/281:32 pmLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 17mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/12$142
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Mon 9/292:54 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop7h 14mFrontier
Sun 10/56:35 amLAX - FSD
1 stop5h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$150
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/243:37 pmFSD - LAS
Nonstop2h 53mAllegiant Air
Fri 10/3110:05 amLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 42mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/14$153
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 11/69:44 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 23mAllegiant Air
Sun 11/95:38 pmLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 16mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/12$158
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 11/2411:46 amFSD - LAS
Nonstop2h 56mAllegiant Air
Fri 11/2811:10 amLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 41mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/12$163
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/282:54 pmFSD - LAS
1 stop7h 27mFrontier
Thu 10/23:10 pmLAS - FSD
1 stop20h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$166
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/32:54 pmFSD - ONT
1 stop7h 00mFrontier
Sun 10/58:59 pmONT - FSD
1 stop15h 10mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$166
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/62:23 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop12h 02mFrontier
Mon 11/106:44 amLAX - FSD
1 stop5h 03mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$170
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Fri 10/32:54 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop7h 14mFrontier
Sun 10/56:35 amLAX - FSD
1 stop5h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$171
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 10/302:23 pmFSD - LAS
1 stop11h 06mFrontier
Sat 11/112:59 amLAS - FSD
1 stop11h 39mFrontier
Deal found 9/12$176
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 11/312:44 pmFSD - LAS
Nonstop2h 57mAllegiant Air
Fri 11/710:03 amLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 42mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/12$179
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 9/185:39 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 20mAllegiant Air
Sun 9/281:32 pmLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 17mAllegiant Air
Deal found 9/13$180

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Dakota to California that are best for you.

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South Dakota

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Sioux FallsLos Angeles

FSD - LAX

FSDLAX

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 9/29

2:54 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/5

6:35 am-2:09 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$150

Sioux FallsLos Angeles

FSD - LAX

FSDLAX

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 10/3

2:54 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/6

6:35 am-2:09 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$171

Sioux FallsLos Angeles

FSD - LAX

FSDLAX

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 10/10

7:28 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 57m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/12

6:44 am-1:38 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$188

Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 1/30

9:31 pm-10:32 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 2/2

3:48 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

$191

Sioux FallsOntario

FSD - ONT

FSDONT

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 11/6

2:23 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 27m

Ontario

Mon 11/10

6:53 am-1:47 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$194

Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 10/24

7:28 pm-3:29 pm

1 stop22h 01m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 10/30

12:59 am-1:47 pm

1 stop10h 48m

$210

Sioux FallsLos Angeles

FSD - LAX

FSDLAX

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 10/3

2:54 pm-7:31 am

2 stops18h 37m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/5

6:35 am-2:09 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$218

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 10/23

3:19 pm-12:14 am

1 stop10h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 10/27

6:34 am-6:33 pm

1 stop9h 59m

$223

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Sun 9/28

5:39 pm-1:33 pm

1 stop20h 54m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/2

9:36 am-5:08 pm

1 stop6h 32m

$228

Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 10/29

5:20 am-8:24 am

1 stop5h 04m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 10/31

12:35 am-10:13 am

1 stop7h 38m

$251

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from South Dakota to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Dakota to California

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from South Dakota 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 14, 2025.

When flying from South Dakota to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from South Dakota to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,959 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,959 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,959 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,934 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,959 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,959 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
702 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,959 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,176 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,959 reviews

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

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  • How popular is this South Dakota to California flight route?

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  • How long is the flight from South Dakota to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Dakota to California in 3h 01m. Fly via Frontier, Allegiant Air, or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1101 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $89. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Allegiant Air, as they are both options that can get you from South Dakota to California for a low price.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Dakota 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 South Dakota to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to California (average of $246). Flying from South Dakota 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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Top 5 airlines flying from South Dakota to California

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from South Dakota 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$100Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$164Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$184Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$365FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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