How long is the flight from California to Florida?

Average flight duration from California to Florida depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from San Diego to Miami is 4h 42m on average, while flying from Los Angeles to Miami is 4h 51m on average. Miami is the most popular airport in Florida.

How many flights depart from California to Florida on average per week?

As of September 2025, 1,081 flights take off from California and land in Florida each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from California to Florida on average per day?

As of September 2025, there are 154 flights per day flying from California to Florida. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00AM, with 50% of flights taking off at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Florida?

Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from California to Florida

What airlines fly to Florida?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Florida from California according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Florida. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Florida on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Florida?

Prices for flights from California to Florida were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Florida?

As of September 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Florida.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Florida?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Florida.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Florida?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Florida can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Florida. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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2:27 pm - 10:21 pmLAX-MCO

4h 54mnonstop

6:00 am - 8:28 amMCO-LAX

5h 28mnonstop

$100Frontier

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Wed, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 21

2:21 pm - 10:27 pmLAX-MCO

5h 06mnonstop

6:00 am - 8:28 amMCO-LAX

5h 28mnonstop

$105Frontier

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Fri, Oct 3 - Fri, Oct 10

11:35 am - 7:28 pmLAX-MCO

4h 53mnonstop

7:24 am - 9:58 amMCO-LAX

5h 34mnonstop

$159American Airlines

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Wed, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 5

1:59 pm - 9:55 pmLAX-FLL

4h 56mnonstop

6:30 am - 9:15 amFLL-LAX

5h 45mnonstop

$204JetBlue

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11:10 pm - 7:33 amSFO-MCO

5h 23mnonstop

7:00 am - 1:10 pmMCO-SFO

9h 10m1 stop

$227United Airlines

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5h 27mnonstop

8:15 am - 11:39 amFLL-SFO

6h 24mnonstop

$229United Airlines

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7h 57m1 stop

3:13 pm - 9:56 pmFLL-SFO

9h 43m1 stop

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10:35 pm - 6:56 amSFO-FLL

5h 21mnonstop

7:20 am - 10:55 amFLL-SFO

6h 35mnonstop

$247JetBlue

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6:00 am - 8:42 pmSFO-FLL

11h 42m1 stop

8:04 am - 2:24 pmFLL-SFO

9h 20m1 stop

$257Delta

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Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 9

9:50 pm - 9:35 amSFO-MIA

8h 45m1 stop

6:15 pm - 12:05 amMIA-SFO

8h 50m1 stop

$257Delta

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United Airlines flights from California to Florida

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Oct 8

SFO11:10 pmSan Francisco

5h 23m

MCO7:33 amOrlando

Oct 14

MCO7:00 amOrlando

9h 10m

1 stop

SFO1:10 pmSan Francisco

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Oct 31

SFO7:43 amSan Francisco

5h 27m

FLL4:10 pmFort Lauderdale

Nov 3

FLL8:15 amFort Lauderdale

6h 24m

SFO11:39 amSan Francisco

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Nov 5

SFO7:42 amSan Francisco

5h 27m

FLL4:09 pmFort Lauderdale

Nov 12

FLL8:15 amFort Lauderdale

6h 24m

SFO11:39 amSan Francisco

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Alaska Airlines

Dec 2

SFO8:25 amSan Francisco

5h 14m

MCO4:39 pmOrlando

Dec 11

MCO7:36 pmOrlando

6h 11m

SFO10:47 pmSan Francisco

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Alaska Airlines

Dec 2

SFO8:25 amSan Francisco

5h 14m

MCO4:39 pmOrlando

Dec 10

MCO7:00 amOrlando

10h 03m

1 stop

SFO2:03 pmSan Francisco

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Alaska Airlines

Dec 9

SAN10:45 amSan Diego

4h 51m

MCO6:36 pmOrlando

Dec 17

MCO7:15 amOrlando

5h 33m

SAN9:48 amSan Diego

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Wed 10/15

2:27 pm-10:21 pm

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Nonstop5h 28m

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2:21 pm-10:27 pm

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LAXMCO

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Wed 10/29

11:35 am-7:28 pm

Nonstop4h 53m

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Nonstop5h 34m

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LAX - FLL

LAXFLL

Los Angeles

Wed 10/29

1:59 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop4h 56m

Fort Lauderdale

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6:30 am-9:15 am

Nonstop5h 45m

$204

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SFO - MCO

SFOMCO

San Francisco

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11:10 pm-7:33 am

Nonstop5h 23m

Orlando

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7:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$227

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SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

7:43 am-4:10 pm

Nonstop5h 27m

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8:15 am-11:39 am

Nonstop6h 24m

$229

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SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

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Sat 10/25

11:55 pm-10:52 am

1 stop7h 57m

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3:13 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$236

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SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

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Thu 1/1

10:35 pm-6:56 am

Nonstop5h 21m

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7:20 am-10:55 am

Nonstop6h 35m

$247

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SFO - FLL

SFOFLL

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Tue 12/2

6:00 am-8:42 pm

1 stop11h 42m

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Tue 12/9

8:04 am-2:24 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$257

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SFO - MIA

SFOMIA

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Tue 10/14

9:50 pm-9:35 am

1 stop8h 45m

Miami

Tue 10/21

6:15 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 50m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Florida?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from California to Florida. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $409. If you’re not able to fly to Florida in August, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from California to Florida during September average around $410.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Florida?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Florida from California is on a Saturday. momondo users have found tickets for Saturday departures for as low as $540. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Florida on Sunday is $597.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Florida?

Flying to Florida from California in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $482 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights to Florida are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $623. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest California to Florida flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to Orlando for the best California - Florida flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Florida?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Florida from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Florida for around $454 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Florida from California for as low as $413 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Florida flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Florida flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Florida flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Florida.

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Best Price Found	$111
Fastest flight time	4h 25m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Florida	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Florida from California in the past 72 hours is $111. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Florida found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $194.

The fastest flight from California to Florida takes 4h 25m

Direct flights go from California to Florida every day.

There are 2 airports near Florida: Tampa (TPA), Orlando (MCO)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Florida?
Prices for flights from California to Florida were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Florida?
As of September 2025, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Florida.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Florida?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Florida.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Florida?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Florida can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Florida. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Florida?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between California and Florida, the leading plane model is Airbus A321neo, making up 23.27% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 18.25%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 10.90%, and Airbus A321-100/200 with 10.77%.

Best airlines flying from California to Florida

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $75	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,015 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $89	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,172 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $93	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,954 reviews	Search Delta flights
Breeze Airways	PriceFrom $124	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 205 reviews	Search Breeze Airways flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $129	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,912 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Hawaiian Airlines	PriceFrom $139	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 2,723 reviews	Search Hawaiian Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $144	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,929 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $173	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,242 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $205	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from California to Florida?

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Can I find flights from California to Florida with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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