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$54+ 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 7/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
FSD — LAX
Jul 6 — Jul 131
Sun 7/6
Sun 7/13
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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 July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$100
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$54
(Booking.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$182

Good round-trip deal

$114 or less

Good one-way deal

$69 or less
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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 July 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Sat 7/124:37 pmFSD - LAS
Nonstop2h 54mAllegiant Air
Fri 7/256:20 amLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 47mAllegiant Air
Deal found 7/1$100
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/89:39 pmFSD - LAX
Nonstop3h 20mAllegiant Air
Mon 8/113:42 pmLAX - FSD
Nonstop3h 07mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/29$114
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 7/319:59 pmRAP - LAS
Nonstop2h 19mAllegiant Air
Sun 8/35:44 pmLAS - RAP
Nonstop2h 15mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/29$115
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Wed 8/203:07 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Wed 8/276:25 amSAN - FSD
1 stop5h 47mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$151
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Mon 8/49:39 pmFSD - LAS
1 stop11h 36mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/86:20 amLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$155
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Mon 7/149:39 pmFSD - LAX
Nonstop3h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/227:20 pmLAX - FSD
1 stop15h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$175
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Wed 7/27:48 pmFSD - LAS
1 stop5h 48mFrontier
Wed 7/912:02 pmLAS - FSD
1 stop4h 52mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$194
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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.
Wed 7/27:48 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop6h 41mFrontier
Mon 7/1410:55 amLAX - FSD
1 stop5h 42mFrontier
Deal found 6/29$198
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Wed 8/67:48 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop5h 37mFrontier
Fri 8/86:37 amSFO - FSD
1 stop10h 00mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$201
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
Fri 7/189:39 pmFSD - SAN
2 stops14h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 7/297:00 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop15h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$209
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Sun 8/172:57 pmFSD - ONT
1 stop20h 16mFrontier
Thu 8/215:09 pmONT - FSD
1 stop18h 14mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/29. 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 8/14:38 pmRAP - LAS
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/411:59 pmLAS - RAP
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$241

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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 July 1, 2025.
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

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Depart

Return

Price

Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 7/12

4:37 pm-5:31 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 7/25

6:20 am-11:07 am

Nonstop2h 47m

$100

Sioux FallsLos Angeles

FSD - LAX

FSDLAX

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 8/8

9:39 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/11

3:42 pm-8:49 pm

Nonstop3h 07m

$114

Rapid CityLas Vegas

RAP - LAS

RAPLAS

Rapid City

Thu 7/31

9:59 pm-11:18 pm

Nonstop2h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 8/3

5:44 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$115

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 8/20

3:07 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop9h 01m

San Diego

Wed 8/27

6:25 am-2:12 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$151

Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 8/4

9:39 pm-7:15 am

1 stop11h 36m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/8

6:20 am-11:07 am

Nonstop2h 47m

$155

Sioux FallsLos Angeles

FSD - LAX

FSDLAX

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 7/14

9:39 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/22

7:20 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop15h 32m

$175

Sioux FallsLas Vegas

FSD - LAS

FSDLAS

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 7/7

7:32 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 7/9

12:02 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$194

Sioux FallsSan Francisco

FSD - SFO

FSDSFO

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 8/6

7:48 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 37m

San Francisco

Fri 8/8

6:37 am-6:37 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$201

Sioux FallsSan Diego

FSD - SAN

FSDSAN

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 7/18

9:39 pm-9:55 am

2 stops14h 16m

San Diego

Tue 7/29

7:00 pm-12:52 pm

1 stop15h 52m

$209

Sioux FallsLos Angeles

FSD - LAX

FSDLAX

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 7/11

7:32 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 55m

Los Angeles

Mon 7/14

10:55 am-6:37 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$210

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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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 $326). 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 July 1, 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 July 1, 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
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
710 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
340 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Allegiant Air, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $54. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, 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 $326). 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 July 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$100Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$100Average$146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$164Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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