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$130+ Cheap flights from California to Lincoln, NE (LNK)

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — LNK
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Lincoln

Cheapest flights from California to Lincoln
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Lincoln. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/319:00 amSAN - LNK
1 stop5h 18mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/95:15 pmLNK - SAN
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/1212:57 pmLAX - LNK
1 stop4h 58mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/161:45 pmLNK - LAX
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/271:43 pmLAS - LNK
1 stop4h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/315:13 pmLNK - LAS
1 stop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/165:00 amLAX - LNK
1 stop5h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/186:00 amLNK - LAX
1 stop7h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/226:00 amSMF - LNK
2 stops8h 18mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:13 pmLNK - SMF
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$445
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/172:30 pmLAX - LNK
1 stop6h 28mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/186:00 amLNK - LAX
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$456
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/114:15 pmLAX - LNK
1 stop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/186:00 amLNK - LAX
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$464
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Fri 12/125:05 amONT - LNK
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/155:15 pmLNK - ONT
1 stop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/111:19 pmSNA - LNK
1 stop7h 39mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/143:15 pmLNK - SNA
1 stop9h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$469
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/222:51 pmLAX - LNK
1 stop6h 39mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/21:04 pmLNK - LAX
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$482
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/245:05 amONT - LNK
1 stop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/19:30 amLNK - ONT
1 stop5h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$499
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 12/255:05 amONT - LNK
2 stops11h 38mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/15:13 pmLNK - ONT
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$504

Find flight deals from California to Lincoln

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Lincoln flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$269
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$130
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$488
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($69 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Lincoln 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Lincoln that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Lincoln

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoLincoln

SAN - LNK

SANLNK

San Diego

Wed 12/31

9:00 am-4:18 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Lincoln

Fri 1/9

5:15 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$269

San DiegoLincoln

SAN - LNK

SANLNK

San Diego

Wed 1/21

9:00 am-4:18 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Lincoln

Wed 1/28

1:00 pm-5:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$269

Los AngelesLincoln

LAX - LNK

LAXLNK

Los Angeles

Fri 1/30

4:10 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Lincoln

Mon 2/2

1:00 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$277

Santa AnaLincoln

SNA - LNK

SNALNK

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/17

9:00 am-4:18 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Lincoln

Mon 1/19

1:00 pm-5:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$289

Santa AnaLincoln

SNA - LNK

SNALNK

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-4:18 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Lincoln

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-9:36 am

1 stop5h 36m

$289

Las VegasLincoln

LAS - LNK

LASLNK

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/14

5:20 am-12:17 pm

1 stop4h 57m

Lincoln

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-8:56 am

1 stop4h 56m

$300

Los AngelesLincoln

LAX - LNK

LAXLNK

Los Angeles

Thu 1/22

7:01 am-4:18 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Lincoln

Mon 1/26

5:15 pm-9:18 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$309

Las VegasLincoln

LAS - LNK

LASLNK

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 1/17

3:33 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Lincoln

Wed 1/21

1:00 pm-5:11 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$339

Palm SpringsLincoln

PSP - LNK

PSPLNK

Palm Springs

Thu 1/22

5:15 am-12:17 pm

1 stop5h 02m

Lincoln

Mon 1/26

5:15 pm-9:08 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$339

OntarioLincoln

ONT - LNK

ONTLNK

Ontario

Wed 4/1

7:00 am-6:42 pm

1 stop9h 42m

Lincoln

Sat 4/4

5:15 pm-8:46 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$344

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Best time to book a flight from California to Lincoln

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Lincoln, Nebraska?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Lincoln, Nebraska (average of $72). Flying from California to Lincoln, Nebraska in January is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 LNK?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Lincoln. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from California to Lincoln, Nebraska in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 21% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Lincoln. 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 Lincoln from California?

    For a flight from California to Lincoln, you will be flying into Lincoln. Lincoln (LNK) is just 4.0 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from California to Lincoln, Nebraska?

    For as low as $269, United Airlines can have you in Lincoln, Nebraska from California in 5h 18m. The distance from California to Lincoln, Nebraska is about 1257 mi.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Lincoln, Los Angeles - Lincoln or Ontario - Lincoln when deciding on the best route from California to Lincoln, Nebraska.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Lincoln, Nebraska?

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (100%), Sun Country Air (100%) or United Airlines (50%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from California to Lincoln, Nebraska.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, Nebraska?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Lincoln, Nebraska (average of $72). Flying from California to Lincoln, Nebraska in January is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 Lincoln

Discover the top airline that operate flights from California to Lincoln. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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