How long is the flight from California to Wales?

Average flight duration from California to Wales depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from San Diego to Cardiff is 18h 40m on average, while flying from Los Angeles to Cardiff is 18h 50m on average. Cardiff is the most popular airport in Wales.

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

Aer Lingus, Scandinavian Airlines, and LEVEL are the most popular carriers operating from California to Wales

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

Prices for flights from California to Wales refresh daily.

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

As of October 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Wales.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Wales.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Wales 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 Wales. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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5:40 pm - 4:45 pmSFO-MAN

16h 05m2 stops

8:30 pm - 3:35 pmMAN-SFO

26h 05m2 stops

$508Scandinavian Airlines

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Sat, Mar 21 - Sun, Mar 22

5:40 pm - 4:45 pmSFO-MAN

16h 05m2 stops

7:15 pm - 3:35 pmMAN-SFO

27h 20m1 stop

$541Scandinavian Airlines

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Sat, Mar 21 - Sun, Mar 22

4:05 pm - 12:45 pmLAS-MAN

12h 40m1 stop

5:50 am - 4:10 pmMAN-LAS

18h 20m2 stops

$601KLM

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Sat, Nov 29 - Mon, Dec 15

12:30 am - 6:30 amLAS-MAN

22h 00m1 stop

5:50 am - 2:15 pmMAN-LAS

16h 25m1 stop

$613Delta

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Sat, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 16

5:30 pm - 11:20 pmLAX-MAN

21h 50m1 stop

6:25 am - 3:15 pmMAN-LAX

16h 50m1 stop

$613Lufthansa

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Sun, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 25

5:45 pm - 7:15 pmLAX-MAN

17h 30m1 stop

8:55 am - 3:20 pmMAN-LAX

14h 25m1 stop

$614American Airlines

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Sun, Nov 30 - Tue, Dec 16

6:00 am - 10:30 amONT-MAN

20h 30m2 stops

1:30 pm - 11:04 pmMAN-ONT

17h 34m1 stop

$618Delta

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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3

11:35 am - 11:00 amLAX-MAN

15h 25m2 stops

6:15 am - 3:20 pmMAN-LAX

17h 05m1 stop

$618American Airlines

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Tue, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 16

5:30 pm - 4:55 pmLAX-MAN

15h 25m1 stop

6:25 am - 3:15 pmMAN-LAX

16h 50m1 stop

$619Lufthansa

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Fri, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 14

7:00 am - 12:45 pmBUR-MAN

21h 45m2 stops

5:25 pm - 4:06 pmMAN-BUR

30h 41m2 stops

$885KLM

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Wed, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 23

Scandinavian Airlines flights from California to Wales

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Scandinavian Airlines

Mar 21

SFO5:40 pmSan Francisco

16h 05m

2 stops

MAN4:45 pmManchester

Mar 22

MAN8:30 pmManchester

26h 05m

2 stops

SFO3:35 pmSan Francisco

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Scandinavian Airlines

Mar 21

SFO5:40 pmSan Francisco

16h 05m

2 stops

MAN4:45 pmManchester

Mar 22

MAN7:15 pmManchester

27h 20m

1 stop

SFO3:35 pmSan Francisco

$541

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Scandinavian Airlines

Jan 18

SFO1:00 pmSan Francisco

21h 35m

2 stops

MAN6:35 pmManchester

Jan 24

MAN12:55 pmManchester

33h 40m

2 stops

SFO2:35 pmSan Francisco

$575

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KLM

Nov 29

LAS4:05 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12h 40m

1 stop

MAN12:45 pmManchester

Dec 15

MAN5:50 amManchester

18h 20m

2 stops

LAS4:10 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$601

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KLM

Nov 6

LAS4:05 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12h 40m

1 stop

MAN12:45 pmManchester

Nov 16

MAN1:00 pmManchester

17h 22m

1 stop

LAS10:22 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$1,343

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San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Sat 3/21

5:40 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops16h 05m

Manchester

Sun 3/22

8:30 pm-3:35 pm

2 stops26h 05m

$508

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Sat 3/21

5:40 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops16h 05m

Manchester

Sun 3/22

7:15 pm-3:35 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$541

Las VegasManchester

LAS - MAN

LASMAN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 11/29

4:05 pm-12:45 pm

1 stop12h 40m

Manchester

Mon 12/15

5:50 am-4:10 pm

2 stops18h 20m

$601

Las VegasManchester

LAS - MAN

LASMAN

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 12/6

12:30 am-6:30 am

1 stop22h 00m

Manchester

Tue 12/16

5:50 am-2:15 pm

1 stop16h 25m

$613

Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

Sun 11/16

5:30 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop21h 50m

Manchester

Tue 11/25

6:25 am-3:15 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$613

Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

Sun 11/30

5:45 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop17h 30m

Manchester

Tue 12/16

8:55 am-3:20 pm

1 stop14h 25m

$614

OntarioManchester

ONT - MAN

ONTMAN

Ontario

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-10:30 am

2 stops20h 30m

Manchester

Wed 12/3

1:30 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$618

Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

Tue 11/18

11:35 am-11:00 am

2 stops15h 25m

Manchester

Tue 12/16

6:15 am-3:20 pm

1 stop17h 05m

$618

Los AngelesManchester

LAX - MAN

LAXMAN

Los Angeles

Fri 12/5

5:30 pm-4:55 pm

1 stop15h 25m

Manchester

Sun 12/14

6:25 am-3:15 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$619

BurbankManchester

BUR - MAN

BURMAN

Burbank Bob Hope

Wed 11/19

7:00 am-12:45 pm

2 stops21h 45m

Manchester

Sun 11/23

5:25 pm-4:06 pm

2 stops30h 41m

$885

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

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Wales. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $791. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from California to Wales for around $1,326.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest California to Wales flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Wales in the morning for as low as $1,126. Flights to Wales are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $1,140. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Wales flight.

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Fastest flight time	9h 45m
Direct flights	Sat
Airports in Wales	1 airport

The fastest flight from California to Wales takes 9h 45m

Direct flights go from California to Wales on Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

There is 1 airport near Wales: Manchester (MAN)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Wales?
Prices for flights from California to Wales refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Wales?
As of October 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Wales.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Wales?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Wales.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Wales?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Wales 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 Wales. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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