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$170+ Cheap flights from California to Dayton (DAY)

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Jul 6 — Jul 131
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Cheap flight deals from California to Dayton

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Dayton flight deals. Data was last updated July 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(Delta)

One-way from

$170
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$418
From California to Dayton
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Cheapest flights from California to Dayton
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Dayton. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 1, 2025.

This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2612:03 pmSNA - DAY
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Sat 8/3011:11 amDAY - SNA
1 stop9h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/29$289
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/208:30 amSMF - DAY
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/256:46 pmDAY - SMF
1 stop7h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$289
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1410:47 amSAN - DAY
1 stop9h 36mDelta
Sat 8/234:30 pmDAY - SAN
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 6/29$289
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/112:59 amLAS - DAY
1 stop8h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/95:20 pmDAY - LAS
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$289
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1610:00 pmONT - DAY
1 stop9h 22mDelta
Wed 9/244:18 pmDAY - ONT
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Deal found 6/30$289
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/252:29 pmLAX - DAY
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Thu 7/317:18 pmDAY - LAX
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Deal found 6/30$289
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/312:42 pmBUR - DAY
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Sat 9/66:00 amDAY - BUR
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/29$289
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1310:54 amSAN - DAY
2 stops8h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/199:27 amDAY - SAN
1 stop8h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/29$294
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/212:59 amLAS - DAY
2 stops9h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/99:27 amDAY - LAS
1 stop5h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$294
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.
Tue 9/166:10 amONT - DAY
2 stops11h 51mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/248:27 amDAY - ONT
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/29$294
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/1412:45 amSFO - DAY
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/186:10 amDAY - SFO
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/30$309
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/2612:30 pmSJC - DAY
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Sat 9/64:30 pmDAY - SJC
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Deal found 7/1$309

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

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California

Fly to

Dayton

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaDayton

SNA - DAY

SNADAY

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/26

12:03 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Dayton

Sat 8/30

11:11 am-5:13 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$289

SacramentoDayton

SMF - DAY

SMFDAY

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/20

8:30 am-9:04 pm

1 stop9h 34m

Dayton

Mon 8/25

6:46 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$289

San DiegoDayton

SAN - DAY

SANDAY

San Diego

Thu 8/14

10:47 am-11:23 pm

1 stop9h 36m

Dayton

Fri 8/22

2:30 pm-7:26 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$289

Las VegasDayton

LAS - DAY

LASDAY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 8/1

12:59 am-12:14 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Dayton

Sat 8/9

5:20 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$289

OntarioDayton

ONT - DAY

ONTDAY

Ontario

Mon 7/28

10:05 pm-10:27 am

1 stop9h 22m

Dayton

Thu 8/7

6:00 am-10:30 am

1 stop7h 30m

$289

Los AngelesDayton

LAX - DAY

LAXDAY

Los Angeles

Fri 7/25

2:29 pm-12:13 am

1 stop6h 44m

Dayton

Thu 7/31

7:18 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop7h 08m

$289

BurbankDayton

BUR - DAY

BURDAY

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 9/3

12:42 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Dayton

Sat 9/6

6:00 am-11:47 am

1 stop8h 47m

$289

San DiegoDayton

SAN - DAY

SANDAY

San Diego

Wed 8/13

10:54 am-10:27 pm

2 stops8h 33m

Dayton

Tue 8/19

9:27 am-3:01 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$294

Las VegasDayton

LAS - DAY

LASDAY

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/2

12:59 am-1:14 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Dayton

Tue 9/9

9:27 am-12:26 pm

1 stop5h 59m

$294

OntarioDayton

ONT - DAY

ONTDAY

Ontario

Tue 9/16

12:45 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop7h 52m

Dayton

Wed 9/24

6:52 am-4:05 pm

2 stops12h 13m

$294

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Best time to book a flight from California to Dayton

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Dayton (average of $325). Flying from California to Dayton in March is currently the most expensive (average of $396). 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 CA to DAY?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Dayton. 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Dayton as you normally would.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dayton

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dayton. 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 Dayton. Reviews last updated July 1, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines from California to Dayton 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,973 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,858 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
710 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Dayton. 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 into for flights to Dayton from California?

    Most people fly into Dayton (DAY) if they book a flight to Dayton from California. Dayton is conveniently located just 10.0 mi from Dayton’s city center.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $170 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $189 and American Airlines from $190 one-way.

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

    Most travelers choose Ontario - Dayton, San Francisco - Dayton or San Diego - Dayton when deciding on the best route from California to Dayton.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Dayton (average of $325). Flying from California to Dayton in March is currently the most expensive (average of $396). 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 California to Dayton

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from California to Dayton. 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
DeltaCheapest$206Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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