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$119+ 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 2/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — MCE
Mar 1 — Mar 81
Sun 3/1
Sun 3/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Merced

Cheapest flights from California to Merced
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Merced. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 30, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Fri 2/1310:05 am
LAS
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 42m
Advanced Air
Tue 2/174:00 pm
MCE
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 36m
Advanced Air
Deal found 1/29$135
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 1/284:10 pm
LAS
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 42m
Advanced Air
Wed 2/49:05 am
MCE
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 36m
Advanced Air
Deal found 1/27$136
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/1210:05 am
LAS
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 42m
Advanced Air
Mon 2/169:45 am
MCE
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 36m
Advanced Air
Deal found 1/27$168
This Advanced Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Fri 2/1310:05 am
LAS
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 42m
Advanced Air
Sat 2/145:25 pm
MCE
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 36m
Advanced Air
Deal found 1/28$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Mon 3/238:19 pm
LAX
-
MCE
1 stop15h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/267:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
1 stop9h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Mon 2/24:07 pm
LAX
-
MCE
1 stop19h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/79:00 am
MCE
-
LAX
1 stop23h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$247
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Thu 2/129:12 am
LAX
-
MCE
1 stop26h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/169:45 am
MCE
-
LAX
1 stop22h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/36:45 am
SNA
-
MCE
1 stop5h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/41:00 pm
MCE
-
SNA
1 stop24h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Thu 1/296:45 am
SNA
-
MCE
1 stop5h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 1/319:00 am
MCE
-
SNA
1 stop6h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Wed 1/284:10 pm
LAS
-
MCE
Nonstop1h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/46:30 pm
MCE
-
LAS
3 stops40h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$688

Find flight deals from California to Merced

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Round-trip from

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$119
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Merced 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 January 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Merced that are best for you.

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Merced

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasMerced

LAS - MCE

LASMCE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/13

10:05 am-11:47 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Merced Municipal

Tue 2/17

4:00 pm-5:36 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$135

Las VegasMerced

LAS - MCE

LASMCE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 2/12

10:05 am-11:47 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Merced Municipal

Mon 2/16

9:45 am-11:21 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$168

Las VegasMerced

LAS - MCE

LASMCE

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 2/13

6:15 pm-7:57 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Merced Municipal

Sat 2/14

5:25 pm-7:01 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$173

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Mon 3/23

8:19 pm-12:08 pm

1 stop15h 49m

Merced Municipal

Thu 3/26

7:45 am-5:12 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$219

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Thu 2/12

9:12 am-11:47 am

1 stop26h 35m

Merced Municipal

Mon 2/16

9:45 am-8:15 am

1 stop22h 30m

$258

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Fri 2/13

10:59 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop14h 07m

$119

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Fri 2/20

10:59 pm-1:06 pm

1 stop14h 07m

$131

Los AngelesMerced

LAX - MCE

LAXMCE

Los Angeles

Thu 5/21

4:07 pm-12:03 pm

1 stop19h 56m

$208

San FranciscoMerced

SFO - MCE

SFOMCE

San Francisco

Fri 2/13

10:13 am-7:57 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$269

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Deals found on 1/27

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

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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  • 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 Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Merced Municipal or Los Angeles - 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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