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

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

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 Santa Ana (a popular airport in California) to Sioux Falls (the most popular airport in South Dakota), then the flight time is 5h 15m on average. If you fly from San Jose (another popular airport in California) to Sioux Falls, then the average flight time is 5h 16m.

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 61% 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.

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 August 2026.

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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11:20 am - 11:46 amSFO San Francisco-RAP Rapid City

23h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

1:05 pm - 3:46 pmRAP Rapid City-SFO San Francisco

27h 41m1 stop Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

$209Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9

11:20 am - 11:46 amSFO San Francisco-RAP Rapid City

23h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12:36 pm - 10:55 amRAP Rapid City-SFO San Francisco

23h 19m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$214Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 2 - Thu, Sep 10

6:25 am - 8:07 pmSAN San Diego-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

11h 42m1 stop Denver Intl

8:52 pm - 12:53 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-SAN San Diego

18h 01m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$237Frontier

Mon, Sep 21 - Fri, Sep 25

6:00 am - 8:01 pmONT Ontario-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

12h 01m1 stop Denver Intl

8:52 pm - 11:47 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-ONT Ontario

4h 55m1 stop Denver Intl

$240Frontier

Mon, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 11

2:19 pm - 11:11 pmLAX Los Angeles-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

6h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

7:40 am - 1:09 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-LAX Los Angeles

7h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$295United Airlines

Sat, Oct 24 - Sat, Oct 31

4:43 pm - 11:53 pmLAX Los Angeles-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

5h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

8:05 am - 12:18 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-LAX Los Angeles

6h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$295American Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

6:30 am - 1:39 pmLAX Los Angeles-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

5h 09m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

12:56 pm - 7:59 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-LAX Los Angeles

9h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$295American Airlines

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

1:15 pm - 10:51 pmLAX Los Angeles-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

7h 36m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

11:00 am - 3:08 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-LAX Los Angeles

6h 08m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$295Delta

Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29

11:45 pm - 10:05 amLAX Los Angeles-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

8h 20m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

10:58 am - 4:51 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-LAX Los Angeles

7h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$295Delta

Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 19

10:53 am - 6:15 pmLAX Los Angeles-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

5h 22m1 stop Denver Intl

7:47 am - 12:58 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-LAX Los Angeles

7h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$317United Airlines

Thu, Sep 10 - Wed, Sep 16

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6:00 am - 7:23 pmSFO San Francisco-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

11h 23m1 stop Denver Intl

8:56 pm - 12:18 amFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-SFO San Francisco

5h 22m1 stop Denver Intl

$332Frontier

Mon, Aug 17 - Fri, Aug 21

6:00 am - 7:23 pmSFO San Francisco-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

11h 23m1 stop Denver Intl

8:56 pm - 12:18 amFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-SFO San Francisco

5h 22m1 stop Denver Intl

$332Frontier

Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 24

6:55 am - 3:55 pmLAX Los Angeles-RAP Rapid City

8h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

3:30 pm - 9:29 amRAP Rapid City-LAX Los Angeles

18h 59m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$349Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 23

2:29 pm - 11:44 pmLAX Los Angeles-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

7h 15m1 stop Denver Intl

6:00 am - 9:32 amFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-LAX Los Angeles

5h 32m1 stop Denver Intl

$380United Airlines

Mon, Aug 17 - Sat, Sep 19

6:30 am - 1:40 pmLAX Los Angeles-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

5h 10m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

8:05 am - 12:18 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-LAX Los Angeles

6h 13m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$380American Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Sat, Sep 19

6:25 am - 3:48 pmLAX Los Angeles-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

7h 23m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

10:40 am - 3:08 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-LAX Los Angeles

6h 28m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$380Delta

Sun, Aug 16 - Sat, Sep 19

5:00 am - 12:39 pmSFO San Francisco-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

5h 39m1 stop Denver Intl

5:05 pm - 10:55 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-SFO San Francisco

7h 50m1 stop Denver Intl

$382United Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 1

11:00 am - 7:59 pmSFO San Francisco-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

6h 59m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:12 pm - 7:05 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-SFO San Francisco

6h 53m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$382American Airlines

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Sep 1

2:27 pm - 8:01 pmSNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

27h 34m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Denver Intl

10:00 pm - 12:31 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-SNA Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

16h 31m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$414Multiple Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 23

3:37 pm - 10:51 pmSFO San Francisco-FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

5h 14m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

8:22 am - 1:09 pmFSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field-SFO San Francisco

6h 47m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul

$417Delta

Wed, Aug 19 - Thu, Aug 27

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American Airlines flights from California to South Dakota

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American Airlines

Oct 17

ONT4:29 pmOntario

5h 29m

1 stop

FSD11:58 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Oct 24

FSD5:54 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

7h 58m

1 stop

ONT11:52 pmOntario

$321

American Airlines

Sep 26

ONT6:15 amOntario

4h 51m

1 stop

RAP12:06 pmRapid City

Oct 3

RAP11:45 amRapid City

7h 32m

1 stop

ONT6:17 pmOntario

$329

American Airlines

Sep 4

SFO3:46 pmSan Francisco

6h 02m

1 stop

FSD11:48 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sep 12

FSD12:56 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

9h 29m

1 stop

SFO8:25 pmSan Francisco

$330

United Airlines flights from California to South Dakota

Our best United Airlines deals on California to South Dakota flight tickets

United Airlines

Oct 17

ONT5:00 amOntario

5h 49m

1 stop

FSD12:49 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Oct 24

FSD1:46 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

11h 05m

2 stops

ONT10:51 pmOntario

$326

United Airlines

Sep 5

SNA4:22 pmSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

5h 06m

1 stop

RAP10:28 pmRapid City

Sep 9

RAP5:22 amRapid City

4h 45m

1 stop

SNA9:07 amSanta Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

$329

United Airlines

Sep 9

SAN12:37 pmSan Diego

5h 30m

1 stop

FSD8:07 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sep 12

FSD1:33 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

5h 37m

1 stop

SAN5:10 pmSan Diego

$330

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1 stop4h 55m

$240

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Los Angeles

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2:19 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 10/31

7:40 am-1:09 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$295

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4:43 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 9/22

8:05 am-12:18 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$295

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LAX Los Angeles - FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

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Los Angeles

Tue 9/22

6:30 am-1:39 pm

1 stop5h 09m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 9/29

12:56 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$295

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LAX Los Angeles - FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

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Tue 9/22

1:15 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 9/29

11:00 am-3:08 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$295

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LAX Los Angeles - FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

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Los Angeles

Wed 1/13

11:45 pm-10:05 am

1 stop8h 20m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 1/19

10:58 am-4:51 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$295

Los AngelesSioux Falls

LAX Los Angeles - FSD Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

LAXFSD

Los Angeles

Thu 9/10

10:53 am-6:15 pm

1 stop5h 22m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 9/16

7:47 am-12:58 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$317

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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 January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to South Dakota from California, with most prices found around $360. If you aren’t able to travel to South Dakota during the month of January, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $389.

What is the cheapest California to South Dakota flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from California 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 $428 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 $336 on momondo.

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

There is only 1 cabin class 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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Fastest flight time	2h 14m
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The fastest flight from California to South Dakota takes 2h 14m

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Frequently asked questions about flying from California to South Dakota

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 August 2026.
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 (100.00% of total bookings).

Best airlines flying from California to South Dakota

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $138	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 318 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $186	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,692 reviews	Search Frontier flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $258	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,110 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $263	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,508 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $268	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,940 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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