What airlines fly to California?

American Airlines, Southwest and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from New York LaGuardia Airport according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from New York LaGuardia to California?

Delta, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from New York LaGuardia to California

How many flights depart from New York LaGuardia Airport to California on average per day?

The number of flights available between New York LaGuardia Airport and California is 2 per day as of May 2026. The most frequent departure time is 10:00AM, with 60% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from New York LaGuardia Airport to California on average per week?

17 flights are operational weekly from New York LaGuardia Airport to California as of May 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 29% of flights per week taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to California?

Prices for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to California were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to California?

The number of operators available for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to California is 8 as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to California?

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 New York LaGuardia Airport to California.

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

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

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10:55 pm - 10:27 am

LGA

LAS

14h 32m

1 stop

6:45 am - 11:14 pm

LAS

LGA

13h 29m

1 stop

$244Frontier

Mon, May 18 - Sat, May 23

10:55 pm - 10:27 am

LGA

LAS

14h 32m

1 stop

6:45 am - 11:14 pm

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LGA

13h 29m

1 stop

$245Frontier

Mon, May 18 - Sat, May 23

6:00 am - 10:25 am

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SMF

7h 25m

1 stop

11:50 am - 11:41 pm

SMF

LGA

8h 51m

1 stop

$278Delta

Sat, May 30 - Mon, Jun 8

4:15 pm - 10:49 pm

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SMF

9h 34m

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11:42 pm - 11:29 am

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LGA

8h 47m

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$282American Airlines

Thu, May 14 - Mon, May 18

1:55 pm - 11:34 pm

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ONT

12h 39m

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7:05 am - 9:58 pm

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LGA

11h 53m

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$287Delta

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6:05 am - 11:20 am

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8h 15m

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5:05 am - 4:05 pm

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LGA

8h 00m

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$287United Airlines

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7:15 am - 3:25 pm

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SFO

11h 10m

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11:50 am - 11:00 pm

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LGA

8h 10m

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$292Southwest

Sat, May 30 - Tue, Jun 2

3:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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SFO

8h 00m

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11:30 pm - 10:08 am

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LGA

7h 38m

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$293United Airlines

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5:55 pm - 11:29 pm

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PSP

8h 34m

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7h 32m

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$297American Airlines

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7:15 am - 4:25 pm

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SFO

12h 10m

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11:05 pm - 9:45 am

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LGA

7h 40m

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$298Southwest

Wed, Aug 5 - Thu, Aug 13

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Frontier flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to California

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Frontier

May 15

LGA10:55 pmNew York LaGuardia

14h 32m

1 stop

LAS10:27 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Jun 4

LAS8:00 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

29h 11m

1 stop

LGA4:11 pmNew York LaGuardia

$244

Frontier

May 14

LGA10:45 pmNew York LaGuardia

25h 02m

1 stop

LAS8:47 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

May 18

LAS12:29 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

18h 31m

1 stop

LGA10:00 pmNew York LaGuardia

$245

Frontier

May 27

LGA4:56 pmNew York LaGuardia

26h 09m

1 stop

LAS4:05 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Jun 2

LAS8:00 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

29h 11m

1 stop

LGA4:11 pmNew York LaGuardia

$246

Delta flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to California

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Aug 4

LGA4:00 pmNew York LaGuardia

9h 08m

1 stop

LAS10:08 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Aug 5

LAS11:40 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7h 47m

1 stop

LGA10:27 pmNew York LaGuardia

$277

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May 30

LGA6:00 amNew York LaGuardia

7h 25m

1 stop

SMF10:25 amSacramento Intl

Jun 8

SMF11:50 amSacramento Intl

8h 51m

1 stop

LGA11:41 pmNew York LaGuardia

$278

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Aug 4

LGA6:05 amNew York LaGuardia

7h 06m

1 stop

LAS10:11 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Aug 7

LAS11:10 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6h 37m

1 stop

LGA8:47 amNew York LaGuardia

$287

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6:45 am-11:14 pm

1 stop13h 29m

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10:55 pm-10:27 am

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6:45 am-11:14 pm

1 stop13h 29m

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11:50 am-11:41 pm

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11:42 pm-11:29 am

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2 stops11h 53m

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6:05 am-11:20 am

1 stop8h 15m

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1 stop8h 00m

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1 stop11h 10m

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1 stop8h 10m

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3:00 pm-8:00 pm

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11:30 pm-10:08 am

1 stop7h 38m

$293

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Sat 5/16

5:55 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop8h 34m

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1 stop7h 32m

$297

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7:15 am-4:25 pm

1 stop12h 10m

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1 stop7h 40m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of December is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from New York LaGuardia Airport averaging around $102.

What is the cheapest New York LaGuardia to California flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from New York LaGuardia Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $359 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from New York LaGuardia Airport for as low as $249 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 8% on your flight if you consider stops on a New York LaGuardia Airport to California flight.

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Fastest flight time	7h 18m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The fastest flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to California takes 7h 18m

Direct flights go from New York LaGuardia Airport to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From New York LaGuardia Airport there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA), Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to California?
Prices for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to California were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to California?
The number of operators available for flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to California is 8 as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to California?
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 New York LaGuardia Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California 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 California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from New York LaGuardia Airport to California?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from New York LaGuardia Airport to California is Boeing 737-900 Passenger/BBJ3 (winglets), representing 28.57% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 21.43%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 7.14%, and Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 at 7.14%.

Best airlines flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to California

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Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,329 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $127	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,966 reviews	Search Frontier flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $159	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 2,977 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $173	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,634 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $180	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,668 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $192	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,305 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $197	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,683 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $211	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,459 reviews	Search Delta flights

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