What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Wilkes-Barre Scranton?

American Airlines and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Wilkes-Barre Scranton

How long does it take to fly to Scranton?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Scranton you fly into. For example, flying from Santa Ana to Allentown takes 7h on average. On the other hand, flying from San Francisco to Allentown takes 7h 21m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

What airlines fly to Scranton?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Scranton from California according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Scranton. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Scranton 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 Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport?

As of October 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport?

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 Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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6:30 am - 11:06 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

13h 36m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:40 pm - 11:57 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$304American Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2

7:33 pm - 9:38 amPSP Palm Springs-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

11h 05m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:35 pm - 10:37 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-PSP Palm Springs

8h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$314United Airlines

Tue, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 9

6:24 pm - 9:44 amPSP Palm Springs-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

12h 20m2 stops San Francisco Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5:35 pm - 10:37 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-PSP Palm Springs

8h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$314United Airlines

Tue, Mar 2 - Tue, Mar 9

7:23 pm - 12:22 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

13h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas

6:02 am - 12:54 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$345American Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 11

7:23 pm - 12:22 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

13h 59m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas

6:02 am - 12:54 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$345American Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10

9:55 am - 8:57 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

8h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:35 pm - 10:40 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$355United Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Tue, Nov 10

7:24 pm - 11:13 amSMF Sacramento Intl-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

12h 49m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas

6:40 pm - 11:57 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$383American Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2

6:48 am - 11:44 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

13h 56m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:02 am - 6:09 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

15h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$714Alaska Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 18

6:48 am - 11:44 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

13h 56m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:02 am - 6:09 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

15h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$714Alaska Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Fri, Nov 13

7:00 am - 5:22 pmSAN San Diego-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

7h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:03 pm - 11:03 amAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SAN San Diego

20h 00m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$782Alaska Airlines

Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 30

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9:55 am - 8:57 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

8h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:00 pm - 9:52 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 52m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$551United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Thu, Nov 12

9:55 am - 8:57 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

8h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:00 pm - 9:52 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 52m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$551United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Wed, Nov 11

2:15 pm - 12:27 amSMF Sacramento Intl-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

7h 12m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

5:35 pm - 10:40 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 05m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$551United Airlines

Sat, Oct 31 - Tue, Nov 10

9:55 am - 8:57 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

8h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

3:00 pm - 9:52 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 52m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

$558United Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Thu, Nov 12

7:23 pm - 12:17 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

13h 54m2 stops Los Angeles Charlotte Douglas

6:37 pm - 11:55 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SMF Sacramento Intl

8h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$627American Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 9

6:00 am - 6:10 pmSFO San Francisco-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

9h 10m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:36 pm - 11:55 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SFO San Francisco

12h 19m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Chicago O'Hare Intl

$628American Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 4

11:58 am - 12:35 amSAN San Diego-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

9h 37m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:02 am - 10:56 amAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SAN San Diego

7h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$675American Airlines

Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2

11:35 am - 11:14 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

8h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

2:36 pm - 10:32 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

10h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

$684American Airlines

Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3

6:07 am - 11:14 pmSFO San Francisco-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

14h 07m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:02 am - 6:01 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SFO San Francisco

14h 59m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$787Alaska Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Nov 4

9:28 am - 11:14 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

10h 46m2 stops San Diego Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:02 am - 6:00 pmAVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton-SMF Sacramento Intl

14h 58m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$800Alaska Airlines

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 11

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American Airlines flights from California to Scranton

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American Airlines

Nov 23

SMF6:30 amSacramento Intl

13h 36m

2 stops

AVP11:06 pmWilkes-Barre Scranton

Dec 2

AVP6:40 pmWilkes-Barre Scranton

8h 17m

1 stop

SMF11:57 pmSacramento Intl

$304

American Airlines

Nov 6

SMF7:23 pmSacramento Intl

13h 59m

2 stops

AVP12:22 pmWilkes-Barre Scranton

Nov 10

AVP6:02 amWilkes-Barre Scranton

9h 52m

1 stop

SMF12:54 pmSacramento Intl

$345

American Airlines

Nov 23

SMF7:24 pmSacramento Intl

12h 49m

2 stops

AVP11:13 amWilkes-Barre Scranton

Dec 2

AVP6:40 pmWilkes-Barre Scranton

8h 17m

1 stop

SMF11:57 pmSacramento Intl

$383

United Airlines flights from California to Scranton

Our best United Airlines deals on California to Scranton flight tickets

United Airlines

Mar 2

PSP7:33 pmPalm Springs

11h 05m

2 stops

AVP9:38 amWilkes-Barre Scranton

Mar 9

AVP5:35 pmWilkes-Barre Scranton

8h 02m

1 stop

PSP10:37 pmPalm Springs

$314

United Airlines

Nov 6

SMF9:55 amSacramento Intl

8h 02m

1 stop

AVP8:57 pmWilkes-Barre Scranton

Nov 11

AVP3:00 pmWilkes-Barre Scranton

9h 52m

1 stop

SMF9:52 pmSacramento Intl

$355

United Airlines

Jan 26

SNA10:29 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

9h 20m

1 stop

AVP10:49 pmWilkes-Barre Scranton

Jan 30

AVP2:50 pmWilkes-Barre Scranton

8h 33m

1 stop

SNA8:23 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

$387

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SacramentoScranton

SMF Sacramento Intl - AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

SMFAVP

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/23

6:30 am-11:06 pm

2 stops13h 36m

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Wed 12/2

6:40 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$304

Palm SpringsScranton

PSP Palm Springs - AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

PSPAVP

Palm Springs

Tue 3/2

7:33 pm-9:38 am

2 stops11h 05m

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Tue 3/9

5:35 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$314

Palm SpringsScranton

PSP Palm Springs - AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

PSPAVP

Palm Springs

Tue 3/2

6:24 pm-9:44 am

2 stops12h 20m

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Tue 3/9

5:35 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$314

SacramentoScranton

SMF Sacramento Intl - AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

SMFAVP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/6

7:23 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops13h 59m

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Wed 11/11

6:02 am-12:54 pm

1 stop9h 52m

$345

SacramentoScranton

SMF Sacramento Intl - AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

SMFAVP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/6

7:23 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops13h 59m

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Tue 11/10

6:02 am-12:54 pm

1 stop9h 52m

$345

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SacramentoScranton

SMF Sacramento Intl - AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

SMFAVP

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/6

9:55 am-8:57 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Tue 11/10

5:35 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$355

SacramentoScranton

SMF Sacramento Intl - AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

SMFAVP

Sacramento Intl

Mon 11/23

7:24 pm-11:13 am

2 stops12h 49m

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Wed 12/2

6:40 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$383

Santa AnaScranton

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

SNAAVP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 11/7

6:48 am-11:44 pm

2 stops13h 56m

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Wed 11/18

6:02 am-6:09 pm

2 stops15h 07m

$714

Santa AnaScranton

SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

SNAAVP

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 11/7

6:48 am-11:44 pm

2 stops13h 56m

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Fri 11/13

6:02 am-6:09 pm

2 stops15h 07m

$714

San DiegoScranton

SAN San Diego - AVP Wilkes-Barre Scranton

SANAVP

San Diego

Tue 12/22

7:00 am-5:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Wilkes-Barre Scranton

Wed 12/30

6:03 pm-11:03 am

2 stops20h 00m

$782

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Scranton?

The cheapest month to fly to Scranton from California is in February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $439, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of February, then book flights to Scranton from California during March instead. Flights to Scranton in March, while not as cheap as those in February, still average around $458.

Can stopping save me money on California to Scranton flights?

You could potentially save up to 26% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Scranton flight.

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Best Price Found	$223
Fastest flight time	6h 43m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Scranton from California in the past 72 hours is $223. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Scranton found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $304.

The fastest flight from California to Scranton takes 6h 43m

There are no direct flights from California to Scranton. There are no popular flight routes from California to Scranton.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to Scranton

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport?
As of October 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport?
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 Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Wilkes-Barre Scranton Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to Scranton

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $308	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,440 reviews		Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $312	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,187 reviews		Search American Airlines flights

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