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$51+ 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FSD — LAX
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sun 1/25
Sun 2/1
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 December 26, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:16 amFSD - LAX
1 stop11h 40mDelta
Tue 12/3012:15 pmLAX - FSD
1 stop9h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/24$314
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 12/298:50 pmFSD - LAS
1 stop4h 52mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/317:00 amLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/252:20 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop9h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/86:00 amLAX - RAP
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/24$364
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 12/268:50 pmFSD - LAS
1 stop13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/295:04 pmLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/24$368
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/251:52 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/3012:41 pmLAX - FSD
1 stop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:08 pmFSD - ONT
1 stop9h 17mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/71:24 pmONT - FSD
1 stop5h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$407
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:25 pmFSD - LAS
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Sun 1/44:07 pmLAS - FSD
1 stop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/25$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:08 pmFSD - ONT
1 stop9h 17mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/65:05 amONT - FSD
2 stops10h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$412
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:12 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/52:51 pmLAX - FSD
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$414
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:00 amFSD - LAS
1 stop5h 43mDelta
Tue 12/306:21 amLAS - FSD
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Deal found 12/24$419
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/265:16 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/291:15 amLAX - FSD
1 stop9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/26$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/253:08 pmFSD - ONT
1 stop9h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/511:59 pmONT - FSD
1 stop8h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$420

Find 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 December 26, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$92
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One-way from

$51
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$378
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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 December 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Dakota to California that are best for you.

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Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 1/5

10:40 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/9

3:48 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

$108

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 1/22

10:10 pm-8:22 am

1 stop11h 12m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/29

9:17 am-9:20 pm

1 stop11h 03m

$173

Rapid CityLas Vegas

RAP - LAS

RAPLAS

Rapid City

Sun 5/24

2:32 pm-3:49 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 5/28

10:23 am-1:42 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

$207

Sioux FallsLos Angeles

FSD - LAX

FSDLAX

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 2/16

8:33 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop21h 12m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/21

3:22 pm-1:21 pm

2 stops19h 59m

$212

Sioux FallsLos Angeles

FSD - LAX

FSDLAX

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 1/30

9:31 pm-3:12 pm

1 stop19h 41m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

4:07 pm-10:53 am

1 stop16h 46m

$217

Sioux FallsOntario

FSD - ONT

FSDONT

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 2/12

2:16 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 43m

Ontario

Fri 2/20

6:00 am-12:56 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$219

Sioux FallsLos Angeles

FSD - LAX

FSDLAX

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 2/12

2:16 pm-12:30 am

1 stop12h 14m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/22

6:20 am-1:21 pm

1 stop5h 01m

$219

Rapid CityLos Angeles

RAP - LAX

RAPLAX

Rapid City

Thu 1/29

10:10 pm-9:27 am

1 stop12h 17m

Los Angeles

Sat 1/31

4:07 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop28h 13m

$225

Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 1/2

10:40 pm-11:38 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/5

5:04 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

$231

Sioux FallsLos Angeles

FSD - LAX

FSDLAX

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Thu 2/12

2:16 pm-12:30 am

1 stop12h 14m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/19

9:21 pm-12:56 pm

2 stops13h 35m

$232

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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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $260). 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 December 26, 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from South Dakota to California?

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 December 26, 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
8,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,014 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
9,115 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
11,064 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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
3,070 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,014 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

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 2h 58m. Fly via Allegiant Air, Frontier, 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.

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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 December is currently the most expensive (average of $260). 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 December 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$100Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$106Average$141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$229Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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