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$264+ Cheap flights from Waco (ACT) 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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ACT — LAX
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Waco to California

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Round-trip from

$363
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$264
(American Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Waco to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Waco to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/116:06 pmACT - SAN
1 stop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/182:29 pmSAN - ACT
1 stop6h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:13 pmACT - SAN
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/158:25 amSAN - ACT
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/175:04 amACT - SFO
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/1911:59 pmSFO - ACT
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$383
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/155:08 amACT - SAN
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1810:47 amSAN - ACT
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$444
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2610:23 amACT - SAN
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/3012:38 pmSAN - ACT
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$452
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2410:22 amACT - LAX
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/2512:45 amLAX - ACT
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$456
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:51 pmACT - SFO
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/172:17 pmSFO - ACT
1 stop5h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$460
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/315:09 amACT - LAS
1 stop6h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/212:00 pmLAS - ACT
2 stops9h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$462
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/116:51 pmACT - SFO
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/168:00 amSFO - ACT
2 stops7h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$466
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/256:51 pmACT - SFO
1 stop6h 09mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/2912:14 pmSFO - ACT
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$474
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1110:23 amACT - SAN
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/182:34 pmSAN - ACT
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$486
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2610:23 amACT - LAX
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/303:25 pmLAX - ACT
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$486

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Waco 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Waco to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Waco

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

WacoSan Diego

ACT - SAN

ACTSAN

Waco

Sat 10/11

6:06 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop5h 55m

San Diego

Sat 10/18

2:29 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$363

WacoSan Diego

ACT - SAN

ACTSAN

Waco

Sat 11/8

10:38 am-6:24 pm

2 stops9h 46m

San Diego

Sat 11/15

8:25 am-5:43 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$370

WacoSan Francisco

ACT - SFO

ACTSFO

Waco

Wed 12/17

5:04 am-9:21 am

1 stop6h 17m

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

11:59 pm-9:20 am

1 stop7h 21m

$383

WacoSan Francisco

ACT - SFO

ACTSFO

Waco

Tue 3/3

5:10 am-10:07 am

1 stop6h 57m

San Francisco

Sat 3/7

11:45 pm-8:18 am

1 stop6h 33m

$430

WacoLos Angeles

ACT - LAX

ACTLAX

Waco

Thu 2/12

6:44 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

2:45 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 48m

$431

WacoSan Diego

ACT - SAN

ACTSAN

Waco

Sat 11/15

5:08 am-8:34 am

1 stop5h 26m

San Diego

Tue 11/18

10:47 am-5:43 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$444

WacoSan Diego

ACT - SAN

ACTSAN

Waco

Fri 9/26

10:23 am-3:53 pm

1 stop7h 30m

San Diego

Tue 9/30

12:38 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$452

WacoLos Angeles

ACT - LAX

ACTLAX

Waco

Fri 10/24

5:09 am-10:15 am

1 stop7h 06m

Los Angeles

Sun 10/26

11:59 pm-9:54 am

1 stop7h 55m

$456

WacoSan Francisco

ACT - SFO

ACTSFO

Waco

Thu 9/25

6:51 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 09m

San Francisco

Mon 9/29

12:14 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$474

WacoSanta Barbara

ACT - SBA

ACTSBA

Waco

Tue 3/3

5:10 am-6:14 pm

2 stops15h 04m

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/7

5:45 pm-8:18 am

2 stops12h 33m

$483

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Best time to book a flight from Waco to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Waco to California

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

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

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 11, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Waco to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

sheila,Mar 2025

DFW - MSP

We were delayed for 3 hours with no real reason or offer for compensation
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

sheila,Mar 2025

DFW - MSP

We were delayed for 3 hours with no real reason or offer for compensation

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Waco to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Waco to California?

    Located just 6.2 mi from the city center, Waco (ACT) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Waco.

  • How long is the flight from Waco to California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Waco to California in 5h 55m. Fly via American Airlines or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between Waco and California is about 1168 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from Waco to California?

    Most travelers choose Waco - Ontario, Waco - Los Angeles or Waco - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl when deciding on the best route from Waco to California.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Waco to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Waco to California.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Waco 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 Waco to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Waco to California (average of $246). Flying from Waco 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 airline flying from Waco to California

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Waco 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$364Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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