How long is the flight from Tennessee to California?

Flight times from Tennessee to California vary, but if you’re flying out of Memphis and flying into Los Angeles (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 3h 56m on average. Another popular route from Tennessee to California is flying from Nashville to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 4h 24m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

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

168 flights are operational weekly from Tennessee to California as of September 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of flights per week 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 Tennessee according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of September 2026, 24 flights take off from Tennessee and land in California each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 6:00AM, with 41% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

Frontier, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Tennessee to California

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

Prices for flights from Tennessee to California are updated daily.

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

As of September 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Tennessee to California.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Tennessee to California.

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

The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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3:11 pm - 11:57 pmBNA Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego

10h 46m1 stop Denver Intl

6:25 am - 2:16 pmSAN San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl

5h 51m1 stop Denver Intl

$85Frontier

Thu, Oct 29 - Sat, Oct 31

3:11 pm - 11:57 pmBNA Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego

10h 46m1 stop Denver Intl

6:25 am - 2:16 pmSAN San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl

5h 51m1 stop Denver Intl

$85Frontier

Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7

1:28 pm - 8:19 amMEM Memphis-SFO San Francisco

20h 51m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

9:06 pm - 12:24 pmSFO San Francisco-MEM Memphis

13h 18m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$162Multiple Airlines

Mon, Nov 16 - Thu, Dec 3

1:08 pm - 12:49 pmMEM Memphis-SFO San Francisco

25h 41m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

3:30 pm - 12:18 pmSFO San Francisco-MEM Memphis

18h 48m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$170Multiple Airlines

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5:00 am - 9:47 amBNA Nashville Intl-ONT Ontario

6h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

1:30 pm - 9:12 pmONT Ontario-BNA Nashville Intl

5h 42m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$303American Airlines

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5:00 pm - 10:49 pmBNA Nashville Intl-ONT Ontario

7h 49m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

11:10 am - 8:58 pmONT Ontario-BNA Nashville Intl

7h 48m1 stop San Francisco

$303United Airlines

Sat, Oct 10 - Tue, Oct 13

9:40 am - 5:47 pmBNA Nashville Intl-ONT Ontario

10h 07m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl San Francisco

6:00 am - 3:38 pmONT Ontario-BNA Nashville Intl

7h 38m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$308United Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Mon, Jan 25

7:43 pm - 11:38 pmMEM Memphis-SAN San Diego

5h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

3:07 pm - 11:11 pmSAN San Diego-MEM Memphis

6h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$311American Airlines

Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24

1:55 pm - 8:25 pmMEM Memphis-SAN San Diego

8h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl

9:15 am - 4:30 pmSAN San Diego-MEM Memphis

5h 15m1 stop Austin Bergstrom

$311Southwest

Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8

9:50 am - 3:55 pmMEM Memphis-SAN San Diego

8h 05m2 stops Denver Intl Oakland

6:35 am - 5:25 pmSAN San Diego-MEM Memphis

8h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$312Southwest

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3:14 pm - 11:51 pmBNA Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego

10h 37m1 stop Denver Intl

6:25 am - 2:16 pmSAN San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl

5h 51m1 stop Denver Intl

$236Frontier

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3:14 pm - 10:30 amBNA Nashville Intl-ONT Ontario

21h 16m1 stop Denver Intl

11:45 am - 2:18 pmONT Ontario-BNA Nashville Intl

24h 33m1 stop Denver Intl

$242Frontier

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7:28 pm - 11:47 pmBNA Nashville Intl-ONT Ontario

6h 19m1 stop Salt Lake City

1:35 pm - 11:12 pmONT Ontario-BNA Nashville Intl

7h 37m1 stop Salt Lake City

$303Delta

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3:14 pm - 11:51 pmBNA Nashville Intl-SAN San Diego

10h 37m1 stop Denver Intl

7:10 am - 11:59 pmSAN San Diego-BNA Nashville Intl

14h 49m2 stops San Francisco Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$318Multiple Airlines

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1:49 pm - 7:04 amBNA Nashville Intl-ONT Ontario

19h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

11:52 am - 2:40 pmONT Ontario-BNA Nashville Intl

24h 48m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl

$345Multiple Airlines

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7:00 am - 12:15 pmBNA Nashville Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl

7h 15m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

6:19 am - 4:41 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-BNA Nashville Intl

8h 22m1 stop Los Angeles

$379American Airlines

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13

3:38 pm - 11:06 pmBNA Nashville Intl-SMF Sacramento Intl

9h 28m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Los Angeles

11:59 pm - 9:18 amSMF Sacramento Intl-BNA Nashville Intl

7h 19m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

$421American Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 6

2:56 pm - 8:31 pmBNA Nashville Intl-ONT Ontario

7h 35m1 stop San Francisco

7:00 am - 3:54 pmONT Ontario-BNA Nashville Intl

6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$471United Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Sat, Oct 10

7:13 pm - 9:37 pmBNA Nashville Intl-LAX Los Angeles

4h 24mnonstop

3:00 pm - 8:57 pmLAX Los Angeles-BNA Nashville Intl

3h 57mnonstop

$508Delta

Fri, Oct 2 - Mon, Nov 2

7:04 am - 1:06 pmMEM Memphis-LAX Los Angeles

8h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

1:10 pm - 9:38 pmLAX Los Angeles-MEM Memphis

6h 28m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl

$509United Airlines

Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Mar 23

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MEM9:50 amMemphis

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BNA3:11 pmNashville Intl

10h 46m

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SAN11:57 pmSan Diego

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SAN6:25 amSan Diego

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BNA2:16 pmNashville Intl

$85

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Nov 17

BNA3:11 pmNashville Intl

10h 46m

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SAN11:57 pmSan Diego

Dec 1

SAN6:30 amSan Diego

27h 59m

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BNA12:29 pmNashville Intl

$88

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Oct 27

BNA3:11 pmNashville Intl

10h 46m

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SAN4:53 pmSan Diego

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9:50 am-3:55 pm

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of January is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Tennessee averaging around $417.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Tennessee to California is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $472. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $677.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $475. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $552 on average. Flights to California from Tennessee in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Tennessee to California flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Tennessee when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $428 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Tennessee for as low as $381 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Tennessee to California flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Tennessee to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$43
Fastest flight time	3h 30m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Tennessee in the past 72 hours is $43. The best round-trip flight deal from Tennessee to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $85.

The fastest flight from Tennessee to California takes 3h 30m

Direct flights go from Tennessee to California on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: United Airlines, Southwest and Delta.

There are 418 airports in California. From Tennessee there are direct flights to Los Angeles (LAX), Ontario (ONT).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tennessee to California?
Prices for flights from Tennessee to California are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tennessee to California?
As of September 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Tennessee to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Tennessee to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Tennessee to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to California can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at California. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular plane model from Tennessee to California?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Tennessee and California, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 8, making up 25.69% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-900 with 16.02%, Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 15.04%, and Boeing 737-800 with 13.06%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $103	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,567 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $133	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,608 reviews	Search Delta flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $152	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,993 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $167	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,098 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $199	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,261 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $214	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,042 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $236	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,204 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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