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$93+ 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 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — LNK
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
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 February 3, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/185:15 am
PSP
-
LNK
1 stop5h 11m
United Airlines
Wed 3/255:15 pm
LNK
-
PSP
1 stop6h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$311
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/255:05 am
SFO
-
LNK
1 stop5h 21m
United Airlines
Sat 3/285:15 pm
LNK
-
SFO
1 stop7h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/145:25 am
SMF
-
LNK
1 stop4h 48m
United Airlines
Mon 8/175:15 pm
LNK
-
SMF
1 stop7h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$327
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/245:55 pm
SAN
-
LNK
2 stops14h 55m
United Airlines
Sat 2/285:29 pm
LNK
-
SAN
1 stop5h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$336
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 6/38:45 am
LAX
-
LNK
1 stop5h 42m
United Airlines
Sat 8/112:00 pm
LNK
-
LAX
1 stop4h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/175:16 am
FAT
-
LNK
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Sat 2/215:29 pm
LNK
-
FAT
1 stop5h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/175:05 am
LAX
-
LNK
1 stop5h 21m
United Airlines
Sat 2/215:29 pm
LNK
-
LAX
1 stop7h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 2/1711:59 pm
LAS
-
LNK
1 stop8h 51m
United Airlines
Sat 2/216:00 am
LNK
-
LAS
1 stop4h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/185:15 am
PSP
-
LNK
1 stop5h 11m
United Airlines
Fri 3/276:00 am
LNK
-
PSP
1 stop5h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$363
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/195:15 am
PSP
-
LNK
1 stop5h 11m
United Airlines
Wed 3/256:00 am
LNK
-
PSP
1 stop5h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/1$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/45:00 am
SMF
-
LNK
1 stop5h 26m
United Airlines
Wed 3/111:02 pm
LNK
-
SMF
2 stops9h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/2$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 2/185:16 am
FAT
-
LNK
1 stop5h 10m
United Airlines
Sat 2/215:29 pm
LNK
-
FAT
1 stop5h 29m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/31$375

Find flight deals from California to Lincoln

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Round-trip from

$311
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(Breeze Airways)

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Cheapest in

June

Average price

$413
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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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Lincoln that are best for you.

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Palm SpringsLincoln

PSP - LNK

PSPLNK

Palm Springs

Wed 3/18

5:15 am-12:26 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Lincoln

Wed 3/25

5:15 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$311

San FranciscoLincoln

SFO - LNK

SFOLNK

San Francisco

Wed 3/25

5:05 am-12:26 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Lincoln

Sat 3/28

5:15 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$314

Los AngelesLincoln

LAX - LNK

LAXLNK

Los Angeles

Tue 5/26

4:07 pm-2:10 pm

1 stop20h 03m

Lincoln

Sat 5/30

2:50 pm-8:15 am

1 stop19h 25m

$333

San DiegoLincoln

SAN - LNK

SANLNK

San Diego

Tue 2/24

7:50 pm-10:50 am

2 stops13h 00m

Lincoln

Sat 2/28

12:59 pm-5:39 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$336

Los AngelesLincoln

LAX - LNK

LAXLNK

Los Angeles

Wed 6/3

8:45 am-4:27 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Lincoln

Sat 8/1

12:00 pm-2:56 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$338

FresnoLincoln

FAT - LNK

FATLNK

Fresno Airterminal

Tue 2/17

5:16 am-12:26 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Lincoln

Sat 2/21

5:29 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$339

Los AngelesLincoln

LAX - LNK

LAXLNK

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

5:05 am-12:26 pm

1 stop5h 21m

Lincoln

Sat 2/21

5:29 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$339

Las VegasLincoln

LAS - LNK

LASLNK

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 2/17

11:59 pm-10:50 am

1 stop8h 51m

Lincoln

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-8:56 am

1 stop4h 56m

$354

Palm SpringsLincoln

PSP - LNK

PSPLNK

Palm Springs

Thu 3/19

5:15 am-12:26 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Lincoln

Wed 3/25

6:00 am-9:22 am

1 stop5h 22m

$369

SacramentoLincoln

SMF - LNK

SMFLNK

Sacramento Intl

Wed 3/4

5:00 am-12:26 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Lincoln

Wed 3/11

1:02 pm-8:26 pm

2 stops9h 24m

$374

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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 $233). 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.

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 $311, United Airlines can have you in Lincoln, Nebraska from California in 5h 11m. The distance from California to Lincoln, Nebraska is about 1184 mi.

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

    Most travelers choose Fresno Airterminal - Lincoln, Ontario - Lincoln or San Francisco - Lincoln when deciding on the best route 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 $233). 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 February 3, 2026.
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United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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