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$80+ Cheap flights from California to Merced (MCE)

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 1/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MCE
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Merced

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This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1810:05 amLAS - MCE
Nonstop1h 42mAdvanced Air
Mon 12/229:45 amMCE - LAS
Nonstop1h 36mAdvanced Air
Deal found 12/10$319
This Advanced Air 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 Advanced Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/215:30 pmLAS - MCE
Nonstop1h 42mAdvanced Air
Wed 12/241:00 pmMCE - LAS
Nonstop1h 36mAdvanced Air
Deal found 12/9$323

Find flight deals from California to Merced

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Round-trip from

$172
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$80
(Booking.com)
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Merced that are best for you.

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Merced

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Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasMerced

LAS - MCE

LASMCE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/7

12:15 pm-1:57 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Merced Municipal

Tue 1/20

4:00 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$172

Las VegasMerced

LAS - MCE

LASMCE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/9

10:05 am-11:47 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Merced Municipal

Wed 1/14

1:00 pm-2:36 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$173

Las VegasMerced

LAS - MCE

LASMCE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/7

4:10 pm-5:52 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Merced Municipal

Fri 1/16

3:50 pm-5:26 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$173

Las VegasMerced

LAS - MCE

LASMCE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/13

6:20 pm-8:02 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Merced Municipal

Sat 1/17

5:25 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$173

Las VegasMerced

LAS - MCE

LASMCE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/8

10:05 am-11:47 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Merced Municipal

Thu 1/15

7:45 am-9:21 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$173

Las VegasMerced

LAS - MCE

LASMCE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/12

12:45 pm-2:27 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Merced Municipal

Fri 1/16

3:50 pm-5:26 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$173

Las VegasMerced

LAS - MCE

LASMCE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/8

10:05 am-11:47 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Merced Municipal

Tue 1/20

7:50 am-9:26 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$173

Las VegasMerced

LAS - MCE

LASMCE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/7

12:15 pm-1:57 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Merced Municipal

Mon 1/19

9:45 am-11:21 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$173

Las VegasMerced

LAS - MCE

LASMCE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 1/7

4:10 pm-5:52 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Merced Municipal

Sat 1/17

9:00 am-10:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$173

Las VegasMerced

LAS - MCE

LASMCE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 1/8

6:15 pm-7:57 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Merced Municipal

Mon 1/19

9:45 am-11:21 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$173

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Merced (average of $29). Flying from California to Merced in October is currently the most expensive (average of $77). 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 MCE?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Merced. 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.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 39% on flights from California to Merced by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

    If you book a flight to Merced from California, you will be flying to Merced Municipal, which is the city’s only airport. Merced Municipal (MCE) is located 2.1 mi from the center of Merced.

  • How long is the flight from California to Merced?

    Advanced Air can get you from California to Merced in just under 1h 42m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. California and Merced are separated by a distance of 308 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    While some choose either Los Angeles - Merced Municipal or Oakland - Merced Municipal, Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - Merced Municipal is the most popular route from California to Merced.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Merced (average of $29). Flying from California to Merced in October is currently the most expensive (average of $77). 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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