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

Frontier, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from California to South Dakota

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 6 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 5h 35m on average. If you fly from San Diego (another popular airport in California) to Sioux Falls, then the average flight time is 5h 35m.

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 6 as of March 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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12:59 am - 7:21 pm

ONT

FSD

16h 22m

1 stop

4:07 pm - 10:05 am

FSD

ONT

19h 58m

1 stop

$185Frontier

Sun, Apr 26 - Fri, May 8

6:25 am - 3:22 pm

SAN

FSD

6h 57m

1 stop

4:07 pm - 11:50 pm

FSD

SAN

9h 43m

1 stop

$185Frontier

Mon, May 11 - Mon, May 18

1:38 pm - 8:45 pm

SAN

FSD

29h 07m

1 stop

2:26 pm - 3:31 pm

FSD

SAN

27h 05m

1 stop

$206Multiple Airlines

Sun, May 10 - Tue, May 12

5:11 pm - 5:07 pm

LAX

RAP

22h 56m

1 stop

5:57 pm - 4:22 pm

RAP

LAX

23h 25m

1 stop

$210Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 22 - Sun, Apr 26

5:30 am - 2:47 pm

SFO

FSD

7h 17m

1 stop

3:17 pm - 10:00 pm

FSD

SFO

8h 43m

1 stop

$311American Airlines

Wed, Apr 29 - Wed, May 6

12:06 pm - 10:03 pm

SFO

FSD

7h 57m

1 stop

8:30 am - 12:22 pm

FSD

SFO

5h 52m

1 stop

$318American Airlines

Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2

8:45 am - 4:00 pm

SAN

RAP

6h 15m

1 stop

12:35 pm - 5:20 pm

RAP

SAN

5h 45m

1 stop

$339United Airlines

Wed, May 27 - Sat, May 30

11:01 am - 8:44 pm

SAN

RAP

8h 43m

2 stops

5:20 am - 9:15 am

RAP

SAN

4h 55m

1 stop

$344United Airlines

Mon, Apr 27 - Tue, May 5

10:34 am - 11:02 pm

RNO

FSD

10h 28m

2 stops

1:44 pm - 11:28 pm

FSD

RNO

11h 44m

2 stops

$359Delta

Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27

10:34 am - 11:02 pm

RNO

FSD

10h 28m

2 stops

1:44 pm - 11:28 pm

FSD

RNO

11h 44m

2 stops

$385Delta

Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27

United Airlines flights from California to South Dakota

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

United Airlines

Aug 4

LAX10:55 amLos Angeles

7h 13m

1 stop

FSD8:08 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Aug 14

FSD6:50 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

6h 07m

1 stop

LAX10:57 pmLos Angeles

$324

United Airlines

Jul 22

LAX10:55 amLos Angeles

7h 13m

1 stop

FSD8:08 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Jul 25

FSD6:00 amSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

5h 32m

1 stop

LAX9:32 amLos Angeles

$326

United Airlines

Apr 18

SFO12:45 pmSan Francisco

5h 45m

1 stop

FSD8:30 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Apr 22

FSD6:00 amSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

5h 30m

1 stop

SFO9:30 amSan Francisco

$329

Alaska Airlines flights from California to South Dakota

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

Alaska Airlines

May 2

SAN12:53 pmSan Diego

8h 18m

1 stop

FSD11:11 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

May 6

FSD12:29 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

8h 02m

1 stop

SAN6:31 pmSan Diego

$401

Alaska Airlines

May 1

SAN12:53 pmSan Diego

8h 18m

1 stop

FSD11:11 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

May 5

FSD12:29 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

8h 02m

1 stop

SAN6:31 pmSan Diego

$420

Alaska Airlines

Apr 1

SAN5:52 pmSan Diego

15h 46m

2 stops

FSD11:38 amSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Apr 6

FSD12:14 pmSioux Falls Joe Foss Field

13h 44m

2 stops

SAN11:58 pmSan Diego

$625

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OntarioSioux Falls

ONT - FSD

ONTFSD

Ontario

Sun 4/26

12:59 am-7:21 pm

1 stop16h 22m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Fri 5/8

4:07 pm-10:05 am

1 stop19h 58m

$185

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Mon 5/11

6:25 am-3:22 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 5/18

4:07 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$185

San DiegoSioux Falls

SAN - FSD

SANFSD

San Diego

Sun 5/10

1:38 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop29h 07m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Tue 5/12

2:26 pm-3:31 pm

1 stop27h 05m

$206

Los AngelesRapid City

LAX - RAP

LAXRAP

Los Angeles

Wed 4/22

5:11 pm-5:07 pm

1 stop22h 56m

Rapid City

Sun 4/26

5:57 pm-4:22 pm

1 stop23h 25m

$210

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Wed 4/29

5:30 am-2:47 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Wed 5/6

3:17 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$311

San FranciscoSioux Falls

SFO - FSD

SFOFSD

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

12:06 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Sat 5/2

8:30 am-12:22 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$318

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San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Wed 5/27

8:45 am-4:00 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Rapid City

Sat 5/30

12:35 pm-5:20 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$339

San DiegoRapid City

SAN - RAP

SANRAP

San Diego

Mon 4/27

11:01 am-8:44 pm

2 stops8h 43m

Rapid City

Tue 5/5

5:20 am-9:15 am

1 stop4h 55m

$344

RenoSioux Falls

RNO - FSD

RNOFSD

Reno

Thu 4/23

10:34 am-11:02 pm

2 stops10h 28m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 4/27

1:44 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops11h 44m

$359

RenoSioux Falls

RNO - FSD

RNOFSD

Reno

Thu 4/23

10:34 am-11:02 pm

2 stops10h 28m

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 4/27

1:44 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops11h 44m

$385

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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 July is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to South Dakota from California, with most prices found around $185. If you aren’t able to travel to South Dakota during the month of July, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $269.

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 Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for South Dakota on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $118. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around $137. 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. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to South Dakota, so prices are often more expensive at around $290 per ticket.

What is the cheapest California to South Dakota flight route?

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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 $362 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 $271 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 15m
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The fastest flight from California to South Dakota takes 2h 15m

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

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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 6 as of March 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 (66.67% of total bookings). The next most popular plane model is Airbus A319 (33.33%).

Best airlines flying from California to South Dakota

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Frontier	PriceFrom $65	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,008 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Allegiant Air	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 709 reviews	Search Allegiant Air flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $138	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 338 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
Delta	PriceFrom $163	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,364 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $258	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,543 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $258	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,525 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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