What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to South Dakota?

Frontier, Delta, and Allegiant Air are the most popular carriers operating from California to South Dakota

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

As of July 2025, 2 flights take off from California and land in South Dakota each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 50% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to South Dakota?

United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Dakota from California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 62% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to South Dakota. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to South Dakota on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from California to South Dakota?

The flight from California to South Dakota depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Los Angeles (a popular airport in California) to Sioux Falls (the most popular airport in South Dakota), then the flight time is 3h 07m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Sioux Falls, then the average flight time is 4h 54m.

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

Prices for flights from California to South Dakota are updated daily.

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

The number of operators available for flights from California to South Dakota is 5 as of July 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to South Dakota?

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 South Dakota.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Dakota?

The required travel and health documents for your South Dakota trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Dakota. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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7:40 pm - 11:23 amLAX-FSD

13h 43m1 stop

12:43 pm - 8:00 pmFSD-LAX

9h 17m1 stop

$172

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6:00 am - 2:45 pmLAX-FSD

6h 45m1 stop

11:39 am - 9:08 pmFSD-LAX

11h 29m1 stop

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6:45 am - 2:12 pmLAX-FSD

5h 27m1 stop

2:08 pm - 5:32 pmFSD-LAX

5h 24m1 stop

$206Frontier

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6:45 am - 2:12 pmLAX-FSD

5h 27m1 stop

2:08 pm - 12:27 amFSD-LAX

12h 19m1 stop

$208Frontier

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4:13 pm - 9:59 pmLAX-RAP

4h 46m1 stop

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5h 25m1 stop

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12:28 pm - 8:58 pmSNA-RAP

7h 30m1 stop

5:39 am - 11:38 amRAP-SNA

6h 59m1 stop

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12:47 pm - 9:19 pmONT-RAP

7h 32m1 stop

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7h 20m1 stop

$259American Airlines

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1:20 pm - 10:44 pmLAX-FSD

7h 24m1 stop

10:48 am - 3:00 pmFSD-LAX

6h 12m1 stop

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12:35 am - 10:14 amSFO-RAP

8h 39m1 stop

6:25 am - 1:30 pmRAP-SFO

8h 05m1 stop

$259Delta

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7:00 am - 12:37 pmLAX-RAP

4h 37m1 stop

8:30 am - 3:00 pmRAP-LAX

7h 30m1 stop

$281United Airlines

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American Airlines flights from California to South Dakota

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American Airlines

Nov 1

ONT12:47 pmOntario

7h 32m

1 stop

RAP9:19 pmRapid City

Nov 4

RAP5:34 amRapid City

7h 20m

1 stop

ONT11:54 amOntario

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Aug 30

LAX6:05 amLos Angeles

9h 28m

2 stops

FSD5:33 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sep 6

FSD1:19 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

7h 11m

1 stop

LAX6:30 pmLos Angeles

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Aug 26

LAX6:05 amLos Angeles

6h 00m

1 stop

FSD2:05 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sep 2

FSD2:35 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

5h 56m

1 stop

LAX6:31 pmLos Angeles

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Frontier

Aug 27

LAX6:45 amLos Angeles

5h 27m

1 stop

FSD2:12 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Aug 29

FSD2:08 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

5h 24m

1 stop

LAX5:32 pmLos Angeles

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Frontier

Aug 26

ONT12:59 amOntario

11h 13m

1 stop

FSD2:12 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Aug 29

FSD2:08 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

11h 42m

1 stop

ONT11:50 pmOntario

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Aug 5

ONT5:21 pmOntario

23h 33m

1 stop

FSD6:54 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Aug 11

FSD7:32 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

6h 18m

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7:40 pm-11:23 am

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Mon 9/29

12:43 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop9h 17m

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Fri 11/14

6:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

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Sun 11/16

11:39 am-9:08 pm

1 stop11h 29m

$202

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

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Wed 8/27

6:45 am-2:12 pm

1 stop5h 27m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

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2:08 pm-12:27 am

1 stop12h 19m

$208

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LAX - RAP

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Los Angeles

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4:13 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop4h 46m

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1 stop5h 25m

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Sat 8/23

12:28 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop7h 30m

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1 stop6h 59m

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OntarioRapid City

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Ontario

Sat 11/1

12:47 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop7h 32m

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1 stop7h 20m

$259

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Wed 10/1

1:20 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop7h 24m

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10:48 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$259

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SFO - RAP

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Mon 8/25

12:35 am-10:14 am

1 stop8h 39m

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Tue 9/9

6:25 am-1:30 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$259

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

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Sat 9/27

7:00 am-12:37 pm

1 stop4h 37m

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Mon 10/6

8:30 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to South Dakota

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Dakota?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to South Dakota from California, with most prices found around $268. If you aren’t able to travel to South Dakota during the month of February, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $299.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Dakota?

The cheapest day to depart from California to South Dakota is on a Monday. Travelers who choose to depart for South Dakota on a Monday will often find tickets for as low as $158. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $290. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to South Dakota.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Dakota is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $137. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to South Dakota, so prices are often more expensive at around $378 per ticket.

What is the cheapest California to South Dakota flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field for the best California - South Dakota flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Dakota?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Dakota from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Dakota for around $360 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Dakota from California for as low as $243 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to South Dakota flights?

There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on California to South Dakota 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 South Dakota flights?

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

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Best Price Found	$96
Fastest flight time	3h 07m
Direct flights	Tue
Airports in South Dakota	2 airports

The best one-way flight to South Dakota from California in the past 72 hours is $96. The best round-trip flight deal from California to South Dakota found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $172.

The fastest flight from California to South Dakota takes 3h 07m

Direct flights go from California to South Dakota on Tuesday. The only airline offering direct flights is Allegiant Air.

There are 2 airports near South Dakota: Rapid City (RAP), Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field (FSD)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to South Dakota?
Prices for flights from California to South Dakota are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to South Dakota?
The number of operators available for flights from California to South Dakota is 5 as of July 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to South Dakota?
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 South Dakota.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Dakota?
The required travel and health documents for your South Dakota trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Dakota. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to South Dakota?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to South Dakota is Airbus A320-100/200 (82.14% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A319 (8.93%), Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (5.36%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (3.57%).

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Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $97	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 702 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $118	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.9 3,239 reviews	Search Frontier flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $208	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $233	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $252	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to South Dakota

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Dakota?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Dakota?

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to South Dakota is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $137. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to South Dakota, so prices are often more expensive at around $378 per ticket.

What is the cheapest California to South Dakota flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field for the best California - South Dakota flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Dakota?

What cabin class options are available on California to South Dakota flights?

There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on California to South Dakota 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 South Dakota flights?

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

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to South Dakota?

Frontier, Delta, and Allegiant Air are the most popular carriers operating from California to South Dakota

What airlines fly to South Dakota?

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

As of July 2025, 2 flights take off from California and land in South Dakota each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 50% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How long is the flight from California to South Dakota?

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How old do you have to be to fly from California to South Dakota?

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Dakota?

What is the most popular plane model from California to South Dakota?

Best airlines flying from California to South Dakota

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Why use momondo?

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

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

How can momondo help me find flights from California to South Dakota?

I’m not ready to book a flight from California to South Dakota right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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