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Cheap Flights to California
| Popular in | December | High demand for flights, 8% potential price rise |
| Cheapest in | March | Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop |
| Average price | $1,640 | Average for round-trip flights in April 2020 |
| Round-trip from | $947 | From Auckland to Los Angeles |
Cheapest prices for California flights by month
January
$1,228
February
$1,201
March
$1,085
April
$1,254
May
$1,144
June
$1,396
July
$1,370
August
$1,298
September
$1,288
October
$1,204
November
$1,244
December
$1,559
Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to California. Flying to California in December will prove the most costly. There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
When is the best time to fly to California?
Choose a month below to see average flight price and weather conditions.
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AKL - LAX Price
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$1,085 - $2,141
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LAX Temperature
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20 - 32 °C
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LAX Rainfall
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0 - 123 mm
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Flying to California in March is usually considered the best time to fly. However, you will find other deals are always available year round. If weather is an important factor for you when considering when to fly to California, the warmest period tends to be August, with the wettest being February.
When is the best time to book flights to California?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to California, you should look to book at least 40 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
Which day is cheapest to fly to California?
The cheapest day to fly to California is usually Tuesday. At the moment, Saturday is the most expensive.
What time of day is cheapest to fly?
California flights can be made cheaper if you choose a flight in the morning. Booking a flight in the afternoon will likely mean higher prices.
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