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$226+ Cheap flights from California to Italy

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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — NAP
Mar 19 — Mar 261
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Thu 3/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Italy

Cheapest flights from California to Italy
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Italy. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 17, 2026.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/14. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/285:40 pm
SFO
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MXP
1 stop29h 50m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 4/138:00 pm
MXP
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SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/14$453
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/144:45 pm
SFO
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MXP
1 stop30h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 4/278:00 pm
MXP
-
SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/17$455
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/144:45 pm
SFO
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MXP
1 stop30h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 4/298:40 pm
MXP
-
SFO
2 stops27h 00m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/17$456
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 4/284:45 pm
SFO
-
MXP
1 stop30h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Fri 5/89:20 am
MXP
-
SFO
1 stop14h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/15$457
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/144:45 pm
SFO
-
MXP
1 stop30h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 4/239:20 am
MXP
-
SFO
1 stop14h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/16$458
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/14:45 pm
SFO
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MXP
2 stops32h 55m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 10/123:55 pm
MXP
-
SFO
1 stop31h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/15$459
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/64:45 pm
SFO
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MXP
1 stop30h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Wed 9/233:55 pm
MXP
-
SFO
1 stop31h 45m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/16$461
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 3/175:40 pm
SFO
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MXP
1 stop17h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Thu 4/28:00 pm
MXP
-
SFO
1 stop27h 40m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/15$462
This lol.travel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 lol.travel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/14:40 pm
SFO
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MXP
1 stop17h 30m
Scandinavian Airlines
Mon 3/168:00 pm
MXP
-
SFO
1 stop27h 35m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/16$465
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/254:35 pm
SFO
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MXP
1 stop15h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 3/35:45 pm
MXP
-
SFO
1 stop29h 45m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/17$466
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/104:30 pm
SFO
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MXP
1 stop23h 15m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 8/275:50 am
MXP
-
SFO
1 stop17h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 2/13$467
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 4/144:45 pm
SFO
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MXP
2 stops18h 05m
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue 4/289:20 am
MXP
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SFO
1 stop14h 20m
Scandinavian Airlines
Deal found 2/17$468

Find flight deals from California to Italy

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Italy flight deals. Data was last updated February 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$453
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$226
(oojo)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$581

Good round-trip deal

$653 or less

Good one-way deal

$469 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($134 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Italy 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 February 17, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Italy that are best for you.

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San FranciscoMilan

SFO - MXP

SFOMXP

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

4:40 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Milan Malpensa

Thu 3/5

9:15 am-2:35 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$470

Los AngelesMilan

LAX - MXP

LAXMXP

Los Angeles

Wed 3/4

8:15 am-9:55 am

1 stop16h 40m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 3/17

12:05 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops35h 30m

$471

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - MXP

SFOMXP

San Francisco

Mon 3/23

8:25 am-8:55 am

1 stop16h 30m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 4/22

12:20 pm-1:17 am

2 stops45h 57m

$471

Los AngelesMilan

LAX - MXP

LAXMXP

Los Angeles

Tue 3/24

8:15 am-8:55 am

1 stop16h 40m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 3/31

12:20 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop17h 39m

$485

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - MXP

SFOMXP

San Francisco

Wed 4/15

12:45 am-10:20 am

2 stops24h 35m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 4/22

12:20 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$489

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - LIN

SFOLIN

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

5:59 am-11:20 am

2 stops20h 21m

Milan Linate

Thu 4/23

6:40 am-11:45 am

1 stop14h 05m

$495

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - MXP

SFOMXP

San Francisco

Tue 4/7

7:25 am-7:10 pm

2 stops26h 45m

Milan Malpensa

Tue 5/5

9:20 am-2:40 pm

1 stop14h 20m

$495

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - MXP

SFOMXP

San Francisco

Fri 4/17

4:35 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop16h 55m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 4/22

6:50 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop28h 00m

$496

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - LIN

SFOLIN

San Francisco

Wed 2/25

9:55 am-11:15 am

2 stops16h 20m

Milan Linate

Tue 3/3

6:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop14h 20m

$496

San FranciscoMilan

SFO - MXP

SFOMXP

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

4:35 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop22h 00m

Milan Malpensa

Wed 4/22

2:15 pm-1:50 pm

1 stop32h 35m

$496

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Best time to book a flight from California to Italy

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

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Italy (average of $296). Flying from California to Italy in June is currently the most expensive (average of $526). 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 IT?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Italy. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 17, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from California to Italy in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 38% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Italy. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from California to Italy?

    There are many flights that can get you from California to Italy in 16h 40m. Fly via Scandinavian Airlines, United Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from California to Italy is about 6021 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $179 on Norse Atlantic Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include TAP AIR PORTUGAL from $187 and Scandinavian Airlines from $214 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Italy (average of $296). Flying from California to Italy in June is currently the most expensive (average of $526). 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 10 airlines flying from California to Italy

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to Italy. 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 February 17, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CondorCheapest$280Average$785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
LEVELCheapest$286Average$752FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$289Average$849FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$312Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Norse Atlantic AirwaysCheapest$361Average$595FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$363Average$638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$382Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$383Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Air FranceCheapest$404Average$723FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
KLMCheapest$430Average$757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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