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$270+ Cheap flights from California to Joplin (JLN)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — JLN
oct. 16 — oct. 231
jue. 10/16
jue. 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Joplin

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Joplin flight deals. Data was last updated septiembre 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$270
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$460
From California to Joplin
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($132 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 11% potential price decrease ($54 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from California to Joplin
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Joplin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/142:20 pmSMF - JLN
1 stop7h 08mUnited Airlines
mar. 10/218:55 amJLN - SMF
2 stops13h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$270
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/301:20 pmLAX - JLN
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
sáb. 10/46:23 pmJLN - LAX
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/128:45 amSMF - JLN
1 stop6h 29mUnited Airlines
sáb. 10/188:55 amJLN - SMF
2 stops14h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/272:07 pmSMF - JLN
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
lun. 11/36:19 pmJLN - SMF
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 10/302:16 pmSAN - JLN
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/56:19 pmJLN - SAN
1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/221:48 pmSNA - JLN
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/196:19 pmJLN - SNA
1 stop6h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$344
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 10/138:45 amSMF - JLN
1 stop6h 29mUnited Airlines
sáb. 10/188:55 amJLN - SMF
2 stops14h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/319:00 amSAN - JLN
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
mié. 11/57:45 amJLN - SAN
2 stops14h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 10/3111:02 amSAN - JLN
2 stops10h 28mUnited Airlines
mar. 11/47:45 amJLN - SAN
2 stops9h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/302:10 pmLAX - JLN
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
mar. 10/76:23 pmJLN - LAX
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/291:48 pmSNA - JLN
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
mar. 10/76:23 pmJLN - SNA
1 stop5h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/269:01 amSAN - JLN
2 stops12h 27mUnited Airlines
vie. 10/108:55 amJLN - SAN
1 stop8h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$389

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Joplin 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Joplin that are best for you.

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California

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Joplin

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Return

Price

SacramentoJoplin

SMF - JLN

SMFJLN

Sacramento Intl

mar. 10/14

2:20 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Joplin

mar. 10/21

8:55 am-8:46 pm

2 stops13h 51m

$270

SacramentoJoplin

SMF - JLN

SMFJLN

Sacramento Intl

dom. 10/12

8:45 am-5:14 pm

1 stop6h 29m

Joplin

sáb. 10/18

8:55 am-9:46 pm

2 stops14h 51m

$340

SacramentoJoplin

SMF - JLN

SMFJLN

Sacramento Intl

mar. 3/3

7:02 am-5:38 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Joplin

sáb. 3/7

6:02 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$344

SacramentoJoplin

SMF - JLN

SMFJLN

Sacramento Intl

lun. 10/27

2:07 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Joplin

lun. 11/3

6:19 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$344

San DiegoJoplin

SAN - JLN

SANJLN

San Diego

mar. 3/3

7:00 am-5:38 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Joplin

sáb. 3/7

6:02 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$344

San DiegoJoplin

SAN - JLN

SANJLN

San Diego

sáb. 2/28

7:00 am-5:38 pm

1 stop8h 38m

Joplin

mar. 3/3

6:02 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$344

San DiegoJoplin

SAN - JLN

SANJLN

San Diego

vie. 10/31

9:00 am-5:07 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Joplin

mar. 11/4

7:45 am-4:02 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$344

San DiegoJoplin

SAN - JLN

SANJLN

San Diego

sáb. 11/1

2:16 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Joplin

mar. 11/4

7:45 am-4:02 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$344

San DiegoJoplin

SAN - JLN

SANJLN

San Diego

vie. 10/31

9:00 am-5:07 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Joplin

lun. 11/3

6:19 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$344

San DiegoJoplin

SAN - JLN

SANJLN

San Diego

vie. 10/31

9:00 am-5:07 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Joplin

mié. 11/5

6:19 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$344

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Best time to book a flight from California to Joplin

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Joplin (average of $292). Flying from California to Joplin in May is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 JLN?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Joplin. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated septiembre 16, 2025.

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Joplin from California?

    Most people fly into Joplin (JLN) if they book a flight to Joplin from California. Joplin is conveniently located just 4.7 mi from Joplin’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from California to Joplin?

    For as low as $270, United Airlines can have you in Joplin from California in 7h 08m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1474 mi.

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

    When deciding which route to take from California to Joplin consider Los Angeles - Joplin, Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Joplin or Ontario - Joplin as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Joplin (average of $292). Flying from California to Joplin in May is currently the most expensive (average of $460). 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 California to Joplin

Discover the top airline that operate flights from California to Joplin. 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 septiembre 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$264Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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