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

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

How many flights depart from Kentucky to California on average per day?

As of May 2026, 40 flights take off from Kentucky and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 9:00AM, with 100% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How long is the flight from Kentucky to California?

Flight times from Kentucky to California vary, but if you’re flying out of Louisville and flying into Los Angeles (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 4h 50m on average. Another popular route from Kentucky to California is flying from Lexington to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 7h 10m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

As of May 2026, there are 281 flights per week flying from Kentucky to California. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to California?

American Airlines, Delta and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Kentucky according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 43% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Prices for flights from Kentucky to California refresh daily.

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

As of May 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Kentucky to California.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Kentucky to California.

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

The required travel and health documents for your California 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 California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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LAS

4h 07mnonstop

12:49 pm - 7:48 pm

LAS

CVG

3h 59mnonstop

$145Multiple Airlines

Sun, Jul 5 - Thu, Jul 9

9:00 pm - 10:14 pm

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LAS

4h 14mnonstop

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3h 59mnonstop

$148Frontier

Tue, Jul 7 - Fri, Jul 10

7:00 am - 8:11 am

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LAS

4h 11mnonstop

2:44 pm - 9:39 pm

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CVG

3h 55mnonstop

$150Allegiant Air

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LAS

4h 11mnonstop

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CVG

3h 59mnonstop

$155Multiple Airlines

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SFO

4h 48mnonstop

11:59 pm - 6:37 am

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4h 38mnonstop

$264United Airlines

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8:35 am - 4:15 pm

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SFO

9h 40m

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SFO

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7h 35m

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$267Southwest

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6:31 am - 9:20 am

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SFO

4h 49mnonstop

11:59 pm - 6:37 am

SFO

BNA

4h 38mnonstop

$268United Airlines

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5:15 pm - 7:55 pm

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SFO

4h 40mnonstop

10:50 pm - 5:10 am

SFO

BNA

4h 20mnonstop

$282Southwest

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LAS

8h 40m

1 stop

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LAS

SDF

7h 56m

1 stop

$297Delta

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LAS

31h 11m

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11:39 pm - 8:13 pm

LAS

SDF

17h 34m

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$320Allegiant Air

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Delta flights from Kentucky to California

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Jun 9

SDF2:19 pmLouisville Intl

8h 40m

1 stop

LAS7:59 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Jun 17

LAS5:50 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7h 56m

1 stop

SDF4:46 pmLouisville Intl

$297

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Jul 11

BNA10:15 amNashville Intl

9h 59m

1 stop

SFO6:14 pmSan Francisco

Jul 23

SFO2:30 pmSan Francisco

8h 03m

1 stop

BNA12:33 amNashville Intl

$318

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Jun 2

BNA5:14 pmNashville Intl

6h 34m

1 stop

ONT9:48 pmOntario

Jun 9

ONT1:00 pmOntario

8h 07m

1 stop

BNA11:07 pmNashville Intl

$321

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Aug 22

BNA8:35 amNashville Intl

9h 40m

2 stops

SFO4:15 pmSan Francisco

Aug 29

SFO5:00 amSan Francisco

7h 35m

2 stops

BNA2:35 pmNashville Intl

$267

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Jul 9

BNA5:15 pmNashville Intl

4h 40m

SFO7:55 pmSan Francisco

Jul 13

SFO10:50 pmSan Francisco

4h 20m

BNA5:10 amNashville Intl

$282

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Jul 10

BNA5:15 amNashville Intl

6h 15m

1 stop

SFO9:30 amSan Francisco

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SFO10:50 pmSan Francisco

4h 20m

BNA5:10 amNashville Intl

$288

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Nonstop4h 07m

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12:49 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop3h 59m

$148

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7:00 am-8:11 am

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2:44 pm-9:39 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

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5:41 pm-6:52 pm

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Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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12:49 pm-7:48 pm

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$264

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Nashville Intl

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8:35 am-4:15 pm

2 stops9h 40m

San Francisco

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2 stops7h 35m

$267

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BNASFO

Nashville Intl

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6:31 am-9:20 am

Nonstop4h 49m

San Francisco

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Nonstop4h 38m

$268

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Nashville Intl

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Nonstop4h 40m

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10:50 pm-5:10 am

Nonstop4h 20m

$282

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SDFLAS

Louisville Intl

Tue 6/9

2:19 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop8h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 6/17

5:50 am-4:46 pm

1 stop7h 56m

$297

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SDF - LAS

SDFLAS

Louisville Intl

Sun 7/26

6:52 pm-11:03 pm

2 stops31h 11m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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11:39 pm-8:13 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$320

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of July is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Kentucky averaging around $50.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Kentucky to California is on a Sunday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as $152. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Saturday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Saturday is $208.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $162. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $288 on average. Flights to California from Kentucky in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Kentucky to California flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Kentucky to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Kentucky when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $340 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Kentucky for as low as $230 on momondo.

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Best Price Found	$139
Fastest flight time	3h 50m
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Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Kentucky in the past 72 hours is $139. The best round-trip flight deal from Kentucky to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $252.

The fastest flight from Kentucky to California takes 3h 50m

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There are 418 airports in California. From Kentucky there are direct flights to Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Kentucky to California?
Prices for flights from Kentucky to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Kentucky to California?
As of May 2026, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Kentucky to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Kentucky to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Kentucky to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California 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 California. 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 Kentucky to California?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Kentucky and California, the leading plane model is Airbus A220-300, making up 65.50% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-900 with 5.26%, Airbus A320-100/200 with 5.26%, and Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 3.51%.

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $98	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.2 8,625 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Breeze Airways	PriceFrom $149	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 284 reviews	Search Breeze Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $153	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,455 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $216	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,662 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $217	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,727 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $254	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,294 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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