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$56+ 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 12/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FSD — LAX
Dec 14 — Dec 211
Sun 12/14
Sun 12/21
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 14, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/710:19 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 19mAllegiant Air
Fri 12/126:25 amLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 15mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/11$115
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/72:26 pmFSD - LAS
1 stop22h 41mFrontier
Wed 12/107:24 pmLAS - FSD
1 stop16h 07mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$124
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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.
Mon 11/2411:46 amFSD - LAS
Nonstop2h 56mAllegiant Air
Fri 11/2811:10 amLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 41mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/13$125
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Sat 12/131:10 pmFSD - LAS
Nonstop2h 58mAllegiant Air
Sat 12/207:30 amLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/12$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/1510:30 amRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 19mAllegiant Air
Sun 12/216:15 pmLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 15mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/11$130
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/268:26 pmFSD - LAS
1 stop25h 06mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/2811:10 amLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/12$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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.
Thu 11/2010:10 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 29mAllegiant Air
Sun 11/236:12 pmLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 13mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/12$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/131:10 pmFSD - LAS
Nonstop2h 58mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/188:30 pmLAS - FSD
1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/131:10 pmFSD - LAS
Nonstop2h 58mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/196:00 amLAS - FSD
1 stop11h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$141
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/142:26 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Sun 1/116:26 amLAX - FSD
1 stop11h 02mFrontier
Deal found 11/13$142
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/268:26 pmFSD - LAS
1 stop25h 06mFrontier
Thu 11/2712:59 amLAS - FSD
1 stop16h 37mFrontier
Deal found 11/12$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/12. 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 12/1411:40 amFSD - LAS
Nonstop2h 58mAllegiant Air
Sat 12/207:30 amLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
Deal found 11/12$145

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 November 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$115
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$56
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$403
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Customize your flight search to find flights from South Dakota 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 November 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Dakota to California that are best for you.

Fly from

South Dakota

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Rapid CityLas Vegas

RAP - LAS

RAPLAS

Rapid City

Mon 12/15

10:30 am-11:49 am

Nonstop2h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 12/21

6:15 pm-9:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$130

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 2/23

8:25 pm-12:01 am

1 stop5h 36m

San Diego

Fri 2/27

6:25 am-7:22 pm

1 stop10h 57m

$142

Sioux FallsOntario

FSD - ONT

FSDONT

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 1/9

9:31 pm-2:26 pm

1 stop18h 55m

Ontario

Sun 1/11

6:00 am-7:28 pm

1 stop11h 28m

$198

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Thu 12/11

10:19 pm-12:38 pm

1 stop15h 19m

San Diego

Thu 12/18

1:06 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$209

Sioux FallsOntario

FSD - ONT

FSDONT

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 12/26

8:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Ontario

Mon 1/5

6:45 am-7:55 pm

1 stop11h 10m

$218

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Fri 12/12

10:30 am-3:52 pm

2 stops30h 22m

San Diego

Thu 12/18

1:06 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$227

Rapid CitySan Diego

RAP - SAN

RAPSAN

Rapid City

Sun 12/14

10:19 pm-12:38 pm

1 stop15h 19m

San Diego

Sat 12/20

7:21 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop25h 09m

$229

Rapid CityLas Vegas

RAP - LAS

RAPLAS

Rapid City

Wed 12/10

2:55 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 12/17

9:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$249

Rapid CityLas Vegas

RAP - LAS

RAPLAS

Rapid City

Sat 1/17

2:08 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-1:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$249

Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 12/10

5:14 am-8:33 am

1 stop5h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 12/13

9:38 am-7:40 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$251

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Best time to book a flight from South Dakota to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from South Dakota with our price prediction graph.
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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to California (average of $93). Flying from South Dakota to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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 November 14, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from South Dakota to California in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 44% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Dakota to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from South Dakota to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their South Dakota to California flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings 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 November 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
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
9,017 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
11,051 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
698 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
3,109 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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 long is the flight from South Dakota to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Dakota to California in 2h 19m. Fly via Allegiant Air, Frontier, or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 841 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Dakota to California (average of $93). Flying from South Dakota to California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $237). 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 November 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$96Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$229Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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