Salinas

$58+ Cheap flights from California to Salinas, CA, CA

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LAX — SFO
Jul 9 — Jul 161
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Cheap flight deals from California to Salinas

Cheapest flights from California to Salinas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Salinas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 9, 2026.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/51:30 pm
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 50m
Frontier
Sat 8/89:30 pm
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 6/3$100
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1710:06 pm
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 45m
Frontier
Tue 10/202:16 pm
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 6/3$102
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/156:00 pm
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Mon 7/203:43 pm
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 6/4$103
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/67:07 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 33m
Frontier
Sat 8/88:23 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 6/7$103
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/36:57 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 33m
Frontier
Tue 8/48:23 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 6/5$104
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/6. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/258:36 pm
ONT
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 37m
Frontier
Tue 6/3011:13 am
SFO
-
ONT
Nonstop1h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 6/6$104
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/146:00 pm
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 52m
Frontier
Tue 7/284:30 pm
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 6/4$105
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/306:02 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 33m
Frontier
Wed 7/13:26 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 6/7$105
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/298:36 pm
ONT
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 37m
Frontier
Tue 6/3011:13 am
SFO
-
ONT
Nonstop1h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 6/5$105
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/5. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/88:39 am
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 51m
Frontier
Wed 7/154:30 pm
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 6/5$106
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/227:07 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 38m
Frontier
Mon 7/278:23 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 6/7$106
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/7. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/306:02 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 33m
Frontier
Fri 7/38:21 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 6/7$107

Find flight deals from California to Salinas

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Salinas flight deals. Data was last updated June 9, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$100
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$58
(Orbitz)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$193
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From California to Salinas
One-way flight from California to Salinas
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Salinas 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 June 9, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Salinas that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 7/8

11:55 am-1:41 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

San Francisco

Tue 7/14

6:00 am-10:08 am

1 stop4h 08m

$147

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 7/15

6:30 am-2:15 pm

2 stops7h 45m

San Francisco

Mon 8/3

4:00 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$152

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 7/25

10:54 am-3:44 pm

1 stop4h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 7/27

8:05 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop3h 37m

$157

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Thu 8/6

7:13 pm-11:52 pm

1 stop4h 39m

San Francisco

Sat 8/8

4:55 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$157

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Wed 7/8

2:40 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops7h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 7/14

3:35 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$162

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 7/7

12:55 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 7/14

10:25 am-8:30 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$162

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 6/27

6:10 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 6/28

6:25 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$167

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 7/8

2:20 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops9h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 7/14

11:30 am-9:15 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$167

OntarioSan Francisco

ONT - SFO

ONTSFO

Ontario

Tue 8/4

8:35 am-4:00 pm

2 stops7h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 8/11

6:00 am-4:05 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$167

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 8/24

11:20 am-7:05 pm

2 stops7h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 8/26

9:35 am-11:05 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$168

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Best time to book a flight from California to Salinas

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to S9N?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Salinas. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 9, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from California to Salinas in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from California to Salinas

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Salinas. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 9, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to S9N are scheduled on a Monday (175 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (101 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Salinas?

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Salinas?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Salinas. Price data was last updated on July 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Salinas flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Salinas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Salinas. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Salinas. Reviews last updated June 9, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andDelta from California to Salinas to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Salinas. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this California to Salinas flight route?

  • How long is the flight from California to Salinas?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta fly from California to Salinas in about 1h 46m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 59m. There are 446 mi between California and Salinas. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Salinas one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Breeze Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $22. Users have also found prices from $29 and $38 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

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

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Salinas?

    Before booking your flight to Salinas from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Horizon Air (85%), China Southern (82%), Gulf Air( 73%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Salinas?

    While on average a flight from California to Salinas is generally $691, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $58. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $91 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Salinas by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Alternative routes for California to Salinas

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Top 9 airlines flying from California to Salinas

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California to Salinas. 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 June 9, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$29Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$38Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$58Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$68Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$68Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$77Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$81Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$107Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JSXCheapest$488Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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