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$269+ Cheap flights from Waterloo, IA (ALO) to California

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALO — LAX
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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$269
(American Airlines)
From Waterloo to California
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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 10/113:25 pmALO - LAX
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/142:44 pmLAX - ALO
1 stop6h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$289
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.
Wed 10/83:25 pmALO - LAX
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/159:34 amLAX - ALO
2 stops12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$314
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 10/16:00 amALO - LAX
2 stops12h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/89:34 amLAX - ALO
2 stops12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$319
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.
Wed 9/246:00 amALO - SFO
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/286:00 amSFO - ALO
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$339
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.
Wed 9/246:00 amALO - LAX
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/286:00 amLAX - ALO
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$339
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 11/156:00 amALO - RNO
2 stops9h 40mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/186:00 amRNO - ALO
2 stops11h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$359
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 11/153:28 pmALO - SFO
1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1811:59 pmSFO - ALO
2 stops12h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$384
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 12/136:00 amALO - SJC
2 stops9h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/166:10 amSJC - ALO
2 stops11h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$389
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 11/73:28 pmALO - LAS
1 stop9h 31mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/107:45 amLAS - ALO
2 stops14h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$413
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Thu 9/256:01 amALO - SAN
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/296:15 amSAN - ALO
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$414
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 9/256:01 amALO - SFO
2 stops12h 06mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/296:00 amSFO - ALO
1 stop7h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$419
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.
Thu 9/183:38 pmALO - LAS
1 stop9h 15mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/253:38 pmLAS - ALO
1 stop6h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$450

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Waterloo 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 Waterloo to California that are best for you.

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

WaterlooLas Vegas

ALO - LAS

ALOLAS

Waterloo

Fri 1/16

2:51 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/20

7:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop5h 20m

$269

WaterlooLos Angeles

ALO - LAX

ALOLAX

Waterloo

Wed 10/1

4:59 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 10/8

2:44 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$289

WaterlooLos Angeles

ALO - LAX

ALOLAX

Waterloo

Sat 10/11

3:25 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

6:10 am-2:55 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$289

WaterlooLos Angeles

ALO - LAX

ALOLAX

Waterloo

Sun 2/1

6:00 am-11:18 am

1 stop7h 18m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/7

11:36 am-10:01 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$289

WaterlooLos Angeles

ALO - LAX

ALOLAX

Waterloo

Wed 10/8

3:25 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

12:45 am-2:55 pm

2 stops12h 10m

$294

WaterlooSan Francisco

ALO - SFO

ALOSFO

Waterloo

Wed 9/24

6:00 am-11:15 am

1 stop7h 15m

San Francisco

Sun 9/28

6:00 am-3:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$339

WaterlooReno

ALO - RNO

ALORNO

Waterloo

Sat 11/15

6:00 am-1:40 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Reno

Tue 11/18

6:00 am-7:57 pm

2 stops11h 57m

$359

WaterlooLas Vegas

ALO - LAS

ALOLAS

Waterloo

Thu 3/5

6:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop6h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 3/7

2:09 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$379

WaterlooSan Francisco

ALO - SFO

ALOSFO

Waterloo

Sat 11/15

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop8h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 11/18

7:00 am-7:57 pm

2 stops10h 57m

$384

WaterlooSan Jose

ALO - SJC

ALOSJC

Waterloo

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-1:41 pm

2 stops9h 41m

San Jose

Tue 12/16

6:10 am-8:04 pm

2 stops11h 54m

$389

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Best time to book a flight from Waterloo to California

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Cheapflights Insights

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Waterloo, Iowa to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Waterloo, Iowa to California (average of $246). Flying from Waterloo, Iowa 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.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown American Airlines from Waterloo to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's 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
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

LHR - SAN

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.
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
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

LHR - SAN

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Waterloo 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 Waterloo to California?

    Waterloo (ALO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Waterloo to California. It is only a 5.3 mi journey to Waterloo (ALO) from Waterloo’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Waterloo, Iowa to California?

    Airlines like American Airlines fly from Waterloo, Iowa to California in about 8h 52m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . Waterloo, Iowa and California are separated by a distance of 1290 mi.

  • What are the most popular routes from Waterloo, Iowa to California?

    While some choose either Waterloo - San Francisco or Waterloo - Los Angeles, Waterloo - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl is the most popular route from Waterloo, Iowa to California.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Waterloo 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 Waterloo, Iowa to California?

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Waterloo 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$288Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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