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$169+ Cheap flights from Wilkes-Barre, PA 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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ABE — LAX
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Wilkes-Barre to California

Cheapest flights from Wilkes-Barre to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Wilkes-Barre to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 2/244:42 pm
AVP
-
SFO
1 stop10h 05m
American Airlines
Tue 3/312:25 am
SFO
-
AVP
1 stop8h 56m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/18$309
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 5/25:26 pm
AVP
-
LAS
1 stop8h 21m
American Airlines
Tue 5/511:06 am
LAS
-
AVP
1 stop9h 42m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Tue 4/2810:30 am
AVP
-
LAS
2 stops10h 57m
United Airlines
Sat 5/211:40 pm
LAS
-
AVP
1 stop7h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$318
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 3/116:30 am
AVP
-
SMF
1 stop8h 21m
United Airlines
Wed 4/87:00 am
SMF
-
AVP
2 stops13h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$320
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Wed 3/112:50 pm
AVP
-
LAS
1 stop10h 40m
United Airlines
Mon 3/1611:43 pm
LAS
-
AVP
1 stop7h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$321
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 4/223:25 pm
AVP
-
LAS
2 stops11h 30m
United Airlines
Sat 4/2510:43 am
LAS
-
AVP
2 stops10h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 3/117:25 am
AVP
-
SMF
1 stop10h 08m
American Airlines
Wed 4/811:42 am
SMF
-
AVP
1 stop9h 17m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/20$328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Mon 2/167:45 pm
AVP
-
LAX
1 stop8h 24m
United Airlines
Mon 2/2311:25 pm
LAX
-
AVP
1 stop7h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/21$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/181:05 pm
AVP
-
ONT
1 stop9h 40m
American Airlines
Mon 2/2311:59 pm
ONT
-
AVP
1 stop9h 22m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/19$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 7/26:00 am
AVP
-
LAS
1 stop7h 45m
United Airlines
Mon 7/611:59 pm
LAS
-
AVP
1 stop6h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$350
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Sat 2/2110:35 am
AVP
-
LAS
2 stops11h 32m
United Airlines
Wed 2/2511:50 pm
LAS
-
AVP
1 stop6h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/19$356
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 4/147:55 pm
AVP
-
SFO
1 stop8h 22m
United Airlines
Sun 4/1910:38 pm
SFO
-
AVP
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/20$357

Find flight deals from Wilkes-Barre to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Wilkes-Barre to California flight deals. Data was last updated January 21, 2026.

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3 stars

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Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$302
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$169
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$403
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Wilkes-Barre 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 January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Wilkes-Barre to California that are best for you.

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ScrantonLas Vegas

AVP - LAS

AVPLAS

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Tue 4/28

10:30 am-3:21 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 5/2

7:00 am-4:51 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$313

ScrantonSacramento

AVP - SMF

AVPSMF

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Wed 3/11

6:30 am-11:51 am

1 stop8h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/8

7:00 am-11:44 pm

2 stops13h 44m

$320

ScrantonSacramento

AVP - SMF

AVPSMF

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Wed 3/11

7:25 am-2:33 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/8

11:42 am-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$328

ScrantonLos Angeles

AVP - LAX

AVPLAX

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Mon 2/16

7:45 pm-1:09 am

1 stop8h 24m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/23

11:25 pm-9:47 am

1 stop7h 22m

$329

ScrantonLos Angeles

AVP - LAX

AVPLAX

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Mon 3/16

5:25 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop7h 59m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/23

11:39 pm-9:46 am

1 stop7h 07m

$329

ScrantonLos Angeles

AVP - LAX

AVPLAX

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Tue 2/17

7:45 pm-1:09 am

1 stop8h 24m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/24

11:25 pm-9:47 am

1 stop7h 22m

$329

ScrantonOntario

AVP - ONT

AVPONT

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Wed 2/18

1:05 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Ontario

Mon 2/23

11:59 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$347

ScrantonLas Vegas

AVP - LAS

AVPLAS

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Thu 7/2

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 7/6

11:59 pm-9:35 am

1 stop6h 36m

$350

ScrantonSan Francisco

AVP - SFO

AVPSFO

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Fri 2/6

7:45 pm-1:30 am

1 stop8h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 2/9

10:35 pm-9:47 am

1 stop8h 12m

$359

ScrantonLas Vegas

AVP - LAS

AVPLAS

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Sat 5/2

11:48 am-7:45 pm

2 stops10h 57m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/5

12:45 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$362

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Best time to book a flight from Wilkes-Barre to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Wilkes-Barre to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilkes-Barre to California?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilkes-Barre to California (average of $138). Flying from Wilkes-Barre to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 January 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Wilkes-Barre to California to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,174 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,191 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Wilkes-Barre to California?

    Departing from Wilkes-Barre to California will take you 7h 51m. The distance from Wilkes-Barre to California is about 2136 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Wilkes-Barre to California?

    The most popular flight routes from Wilkes-Barre to California are Wilkes-Barre Scranton - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl, Wilkes-Barre Scranton - Los Angeles and Wilkes-Barre Scranton - Ontario.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Wilkes-Barre to California that include hotel bookings?

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Wilkes-Barre to California?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Wilkes-Barre to California (average of $138). Flying from Wilkes-Barre to California in January is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 3 airlines flying from Wilkes-Barre to California

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Wilkes-Barre 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$221Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$293Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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