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$78+ Cheap flights from California to Imperial, CA (IPL)

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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IPL
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to El Centro

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to El Centro flight deals. Data was last updated August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$144
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$78
(Trip.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$220

Good round-trip deal

$218 or less
From California to Imperial County
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Cheapest flights from California to El Centro
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to El Centro. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/168:00 amLAX - IPL
Nonstop1h 10mSouthern / Mokulele
Tue 9/236:00 amIPL - LAX
Nonstop1h 14mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 8/17$144
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/128:30 pmLAX - IPL
Nonstop1h 10mSouthern / Mokulele
Sat 9/137:20 amIPL - LAX
Nonstop1h 14mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 8/17$162
This Southern / Mokulele deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Southern / Mokulele is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/318:30 pmLAX - IPL
Nonstop1h 15mSouthern / Mokulele
Fri 11/212:45 pmIPL - LAX
Nonstop1h 14mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 8/17$178
This Southern / Mokulele deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Southern / Mokulele is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/28:00 amLAX - IPL
Nonstop1h 10mSouthern / Mokulele
Sat 9/67:20 amIPL - LAX
Nonstop1h 14mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 8/18$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/21:45 pmLAX - IPL
1 stop24h 32mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/96:00 amIPL - LAX
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/168:00 amLAX - IPL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/239:45 amIPL - LAX
1 stop23h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/124:45 pmLAX - IPL
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/1311:30 amIPL - LAX
1 stop20h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$234
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/214:45 pmLAX - IPL
Nonstop1h 15mSouthern / Mokulele
Fri 8/226:30 pmIPL - LAX
Nonstop1h 17mSouthern / Mokulele
Deal found 8/17$242
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/23:31 pmLAX - IPL
2 stops22h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/67:20 amIPL - LAX
Nonstop1h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$318
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/254:49 pmSFO - IPL
1 stop25h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/111:30 amIPL - SFO
1 stop9h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$346
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:14 pmSJC - IPL
2 stops21h 03mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/116:30 pmIPL - SJC
1 stop15h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$356
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/291:00 pmSJC - IPL
1 stop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/16:00 amIPL - SJC
1 stop3h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$476

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to El Centro 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Imperial that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

El Centro

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesImperial

LAX - IPL

LAXIPL

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

8:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Imperial County

Tue 9/23

6:00 am-7:14 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$144

Los AngelesImperial

LAX - IPL

LAXIPL

Los Angeles

Fri 9/12

8:30 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Imperial County

Sat 9/13

7:20 am-8:34 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$162

Los AngelesImperial

LAX - IPL

LAXIPL

Los Angeles

Fri 11/21

4:45 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Imperial County

Sat 11/29

7:20 am-8:34 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$178

Los AngelesImperial

LAX - IPL

LAXIPL

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

8:30 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Imperial County

Fri 11/21

2:45 pm-3:59 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$178

Los AngelesImperial

LAX - IPL

LAXIPL

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

8:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Imperial County

Sat 9/6

7:20 am-8:34 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$198

Los AngelesImperial

LAX - IPL

LAXIPL

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

8:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Imperial County

Tue 9/23

9:45 am-9:33 am

1 stop23h 48m

$232

Los AngelesImperial

LAX - IPL

LAXIPL

Los Angeles

Fri 9/12

4:45 pm-5:55 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Imperial County

Sat 9/13

11:30 am-8:00 am

1 stop20h 30m

$234

Los AngelesImperial

LAX - IPL

LAXIPL

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

3:31 pm-2:17 pm

2 stops22h 46m

Imperial County

Sat 9/6

7:20 am-8:34 am

Nonstop1h 14m

$318

San FranciscoImperial

SFO - IPL

SFOIPL

San Francisco

Sat 10/25

4:49 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop25h 06m

Imperial County

Sat 11/1

11:30 am-9:09 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$346

San JoseImperial

SJC - IPL

SJCIPL

San Jose

Sat 11/1

6:14 pm-3:17 pm

2 stops21h 03m

Imperial County

Tue 11/11

6:30 pm-10:09 am

1 stop15h 39m

$356

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Best time to book a flight from California to El Centro

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to IPL?

Find hourly flight availability from California to El Centro. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to Imperial, California

Explore weekly flight availability from California to El Centro. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 18, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to IPL are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Imperial, California?

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to El Centro. 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 Imperial from California?

    Imperial County (IPL) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from California to Imperial. It is only a 1.1 mi journey from Imperial County (IPL) to Imperial’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Imperial, California flight route?

    The California to Imperial County flight path was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to Imperial, California?

    Departing from California to Imperial, California will take you 1h 10m. Airlines will cover a distance of 180 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Imperial County, Los Angeles - Imperial County or San Jose - Imperial County when deciding on the best route from California to Imperial, California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Imperial, California?

    While on average a flight from California to Imperial, California is generally $222, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $203. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Imperial County), you can expect to pay $346 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to El Centro?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to El Centro by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top airline flying from California to El Centro

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Southern / MokuleleCheapest$111Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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