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$71+ 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 2/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — FSD
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to South Dakota

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 December 15, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/292:10 pmSAN - FSD
1 stop19h 06mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/38:14 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop15h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$289
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/296:25 amSAN - FSD
1 stop11h 30mFrontier
Fri 1/28:50 pmFSD - SAN
1 stop24h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Mon 12/226:20 amONT - FSD
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/53:09 pmFSD - ONT
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Wed 12/314:30 pmLAX - FSD
1 stop5h 09mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/13:09 pmFSD - LAX
1 stop5h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$381
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/247:00 amLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/268:50 pmFSD - LAS
2 stops26h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$399
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Mon 12/296:30 amSAN - FSD
1 stop8h 01mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/36:00 amFSD - SAN
1 stop5h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$400
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/181:10 pmLAX - RAP
1 stop6h 39mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/226:05 pmRAP - LAX
1 stop5h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Sat 12/2011:20 amLAS - FSD
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/236:00 amFSD - LAS
1 stop5h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/304:47 pmONT - FSD
1 stop4h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/33:09 pmFSD - ONT
1 stop5h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$412
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/181:10 pmLAX - FSD
1 stop4h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/206:00 amFSD - LAX
1 stop5h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$414
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/203:53 pmLAS - FSD
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/231:16 pmFSD - LAS
2 stops8h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$414
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 12/247:00 amLAS - FSD
Nonstop2h 50mAllegiant Air
Fri 12/2610:40 pmFSD - LAS
Nonstop2h 58mAllegiant Air
Deal found 12/13$417

Find 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 December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$124
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$71
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$356

Good one-way deal

$103 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to South Dakota 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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to South Dakota that are best for you.

Fly from

California

Fly to

South Dakota

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasSioux Falls

LAS - FSD

LASFSD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/11

6:00 am-10:53 am

Nonstop2h 53m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 1/18

11:43 am-12:44 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$124

Las VegasSioux Falls

LAS - FSD

LASFSD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/30

3:48 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 2/1

11:43 am-12:44 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$172

Las VegasSioux Falls

LAS - FSD

LASFSD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/11

6:00 am-10:53 am

Nonstop2h 53m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 1/18

3:56 pm-7:16 am

1 stop17h 20m

$182

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Sun 1/11

6:36 am-7:41 pm

1 stop11h 05m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 1/18

3:56 pm-10:13 am

2 stops20h 17m

$202

Las VegasSioux Falls

LAS - FSD

LASFSD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/26

3:48 pm-8:41 pm

Nonstop2h 53m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 2/1

11:43 am-12:44 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$211

Las VegasSioux Falls

LAS - FSD

LASFSD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 1/10

12:59 am-7:41 pm

1 stop16h 42m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 1/16

9:33 pm-10:34 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$213

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Thu 1/15

6:15 am-3:01 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 1/18

3:56 pm-8:47 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$217

Las VegasSioux Falls

LAS - FSD

LASFSD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sun 1/4

7:00 am-11:50 am

Nonstop2h 50m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 1/16

9:33 pm-10:34 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$217

Las VegasSioux Falls

LAS - FSD

LASFSD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/26

5:44 pm-2:47 pm

1 stop19h 03m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 2/1

11:43 am-12:44 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$220

Las VegasSioux Falls

LAS - FSD

LASFSD

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 1/30

6:00 am-7:51 pm

1 stop11h 51m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sun 2/1

11:43 am-12:44 pm

Nonstop3h 01m

$231

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Best time to book a flight from California to South Dakota

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to South Dakota from California with our price prediction graph.
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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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Dakota (average of $98). Flying from California to South Dakota in November is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 December 15, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from California to South Dakota in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 33% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to South Dakota?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to South Dakota. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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 December 15, 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
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,051 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Allegiant Air
7.2
Good
700 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,080 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • How popular is this California to South Dakota flight route?

    The California to South Dakota flight path was viewed by 2 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from California to South Dakota?

    Allegiant Air, Frontier, and United Airlines can get you from California to South Dakota in just under 2h 53m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 12m. The distance from California to South Dakota is about 1101 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $53 on Allegiant Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $75 and United Airlines from $104 one-way.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to South Dakota 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 South Dakota?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to South Dakota (average of $98). Flying from California to South Dakota in November is currently the most expensive (average of $258). 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$65Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Allegiant AirCheapest$110Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time88%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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