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$96+ Cheap flights from California to South Dakota

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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — FSD
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to South Dakota

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to South Dakota flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$172
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$96
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$314

Good round-trip deal

$137 or less

Good one-way deal

$79 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to South Dakota
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to South Dakota. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:40 pmLAX - FSD
1 stop13h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/2912:43 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop9h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$172
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/276:45 amLAX - FSD
1 stop5h 27mFrontier
Fri 8/292:08 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop5h 24mFrontier
Deal found 7/28$206
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/312:59 amONT - FSD
1 stop15h 38mFrontier
Wed 8/67:48 pmFSD - ONT
1 stop15h 21mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$215
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/136:37 amSFO - FSD
1 stop10h 17mFrontier
Wed 8/203:07 pmFSD - SFO
1 stop9h 26mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$218
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/36:35 amSAN - FSD
1 stop5h 34mFrontier
Mon 10/62:54 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop10h 59mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$218
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/47:47 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop13h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/612:41 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$250
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/146:45 amLAX - RAP
1 stop13h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/185:09 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop6h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$253
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/11:20 pmLAX - FSD
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Sat 10/410:48 amFSD - LAX
1 stop6h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/31$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/112:47 pmONT - RAP
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/45:34 amRAP - ONT
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/34:13 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/912:43 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2512:35 amSFO - RAP
1 stop8h 39mDelta
Tue 9/232:27 pmRAP - SFO
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Deal found 7/31$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/306:05 amLAX - FSD
2 stops9h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/61:19 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop7h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$262

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to South Dakota that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

South Dakota

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSioux Falls

LAX - FSD

LAXFSD

Los Angeles

Thu 9/25

7:40 pm-11:23 am

1 stop13h 43m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 9/29

12:43 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$172

Los AngelesSioux Falls

LAX - FSD

LAXFSD

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

6:45 am-2:12 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 8/29

2:08 pm-5:32 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$206

OntarioSioux Falls

ONT - FSD

ONTFSD

Ontario

Wed 8/13

12:59 am-2:02 pm

1 stop11h 03m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 8/25

2:08 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$218

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

6:37 am-6:54 pm

1 stop10h 17m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 8/20

3:07 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$218

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Fri 10/3

6:35 am-2:09 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 10/6

2:54 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 59m

$218

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Sat 10/4

7:47 pm-10:51 am

1 stop13h 04m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 10/6

12:41 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$250

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Thu 8/14

6:45 am-9:10 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Rapid City

Mon 8/18

5:09 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$253

Los AngelesSioux Falls

LAX - FSD

LAXFSD

Los Angeles

Wed 10/1

1:20 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 10/4

10:48 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$259

OntarioRapid City

ONT - RAP

ONTRAP

Ontario

Sat 11/1

12:47 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Rapid City

Tue 11/4

5:34 am-11:54 am

1 stop7h 20m

$259

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Wed 9/3

4:13 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Rapid City

Tue 9/9

12:43 pm-5:08 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from California to South Dakota

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to South Dakota

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from California to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 SD?

Find hourly flight availability from California to South Dakota. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

When flying from California to South Dakota, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Dakota

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Dakota. 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 South Dakota. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from California to South Dakota to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
702 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
334 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $98 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $130 and Allegiant Air from $130 one-way.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to South Dakota?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Dakota (average of $334). Flying from California to South Dakota in December is currently the most expensive (average of $446). 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 5 airlines flying from California to South Dakota

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from California to South Dakota. 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Allegiant AirCheapest$97Average$142FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
FrontierCheapest$118Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$405FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$233Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$252Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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