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$348+ Cheap flights from Waterloo, IA (ALO) 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 7/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALO — LAX
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Waterloo to California

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Round-trip from

$455
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$348
(American Airlines)
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Cheapest flights from Waterloo to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Waterloo to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/233:32 pmALO - LAS
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/263:27 pmLAS - ALO
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/9$455
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/233:32 pmALO - SNA
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/43:07 pmSNA - ALO
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$475
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/186:00 amALO - SFO
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/26:10 amSFO - ALO
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$487
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/263:00 pmALO - SJC
2 stops9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/3011:24 pmSJC - ALO
2 stops13h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$490
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/263:00 pmALO - LAX
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/293:02 pmLAX - ALO
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$537
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 6/266:00 amALO - SAN
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/301:00 pmSAN - ALO
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$581
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Tue 7/86:00 amALO - PSP
2 stops12h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/912:55 pmPSP - ALO
2 stops8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$853

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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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Waterloo to California that are best for you.

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Waterloo

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

WaterlooLas Vegas

ALO - LAS

ALOLAS

Waterloo

Wed 7/23

3:32 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 7/26

3:27 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 02m

$455

WaterlooSanta Ana

ALO - SNA

ALOSNA

Waterloo

Wed 7/23

3:32 pm-9:17 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/4

3:07 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 22m

$475

WaterlooSan Jose

ALO - SJC

ALOSJC

Waterloo

Thu 6/26

3:00 pm-10:34 pm

2 stops9h 34m

San Jose

Mon 6/30

11:24 pm-3:03 pm

2 stops13h 39m

$490

WaterlooLos Angeles

ALO - LAX

ALOLAX

Waterloo

Thu 6/26

3:00 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Los Angeles

Sun 6/29

3:02 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$537

WaterlooSan Diego

ALO - SAN

ALOSAN

Waterloo

Thu 6/26

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Diego

Mon 6/30

1:00 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$581

WaterlooSan Francisco

ALO - SFO

ALOSFO

Waterloo

Thu 6/26

6:00 am-12:41 pm

1 stop8h 41m

San Francisco

Sun 6/29

6:10 am-2:30 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$581

WaterlooPalm Springs

ALO - PSP

ALOPSP

Waterloo

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-4:35 pm

2 stops12h 35m

Palm Springs

Wed 7/9

12:55 pm-11:29 pm

2 stops8h 34m

$853

WaterlooSan Jose

ALO - SJC

ALOSJC

Waterloo

Sun 7/13

3:06 pm-11:02 pm

2 stops9h 56m

$348

WaterlooLas Vegas

ALO - LAS

ALOLAS

Waterloo

Tue 6/17

6:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$459

WaterlooSan Francisco

ALO - SFO

ALOSFO

Waterloo

Sun 7/13

3:06 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$501

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Waterloo to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Waterloo with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 $327). 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.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Andrew,May 2025

LAX - MIA

2 hour delay. Discovered an engine problem late, we boarded the plane and they asked us to come off. To add insult to injury nothing was given to passengers to make amends. No free drink. No extra food or snacks. No free WiFi. Gimme a break
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Food

6.5

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Andrew,May 2025

LAX - MIA

2 hour delay. Discovered an engine problem late, we boarded the plane and they asked us to come off. To add insult to injury nothing was given to passengers to make amends. No free drink. No extra food or snacks. No free WiFi. Gimme a break

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.

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

    While some choose either Waterloo - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Waterloo - Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty, Waterloo - San Francisco 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 $327). 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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