$112 Find Cheap Flights from California to Massachusetts

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Flights from California to Massachusetts: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from California to Massachusetts 
alyciaFlew with American Airlines
LAX
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BOS
Mar 2026
Switching terminals in Boston was a VERY long walk -- dont cut your connection close if you are going from B to E
NicoleFlew with JetBlue
LAX
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BOS
Apr 2026
Bring your own snacks/food. Extra legroom is nice but not really worth the extra money, unless you want free alcohol.
ericFlew with Air New Zealand
SFO
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BOS
Jan 2025
At least two hour connection Buy food pre-flight

FAQs for booking flights from California to Massachusetts

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from California to Massachusetts?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from California to Massachusetts.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from California to Massachusetts?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from California to Massachusetts is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from California to Massachusetts?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from California to Massachusetts with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from California to Massachusetts?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from California to Massachusetts up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • Which airlines fly most frequently to Massachusetts?

    California and Massachusetts are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are JetBlue (145 flights per week), Virgin Atlantic (89 flights per week), and Delta (82 flights per week).

  • How many airports are there in Massachusetts?

    There are 8 airports in Massachusetts. The busiest airport is Boston Logan Airport (BOS), with 92% of all flights arriving there.

  • Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in Massachusetts?

    Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in Massachusetts is Boston Logan Intl Airport (BOS), with an average flight price of $306.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Massachusetts?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Massachusetts is Tuesday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $399. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Sunday, where round-trip prices are $496 on average.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Massachusetts?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Massachusetts is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $374 on average. Morning departures are around 23% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Massachusetts is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $460.

  • What is the cheapest flight to Massachusetts?

    The cheapest ticket to Massachusetts from California found in the last 5 days was to Boston, at $193 round-trip. The most popular route is Los Angeles (LAX) to Boston (BOS) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $193.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from California to Massachusetts?

    The cheapest month for flights from California to Massachusetts is January, when tickets cost $307 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and April, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $447 and $430 respectively.

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

    To get a below average price on the flight from California to Massachusetts, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 32% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

  • How many cities have direct flights to Massachusetts?

    From California, there are direct flights to Massachusetts from 3 cities. The city with the most direct flights is Los Angeles, with 584 direct flights each week.

  • How many direct flights to Massachusetts are there each day?

    There are around 169 direct flights from within California to Massachusetts every day. Most flights (51%) depart in the morning.

  • How many direct flights to Massachusetts are there each week?

    Each week there are around 1,177 direct flights from within California to Massachusetts. The most common day for departures is Sunday, with 16% of flights taking off on this day.

  • How long is the flight to Massachusetts?

    An average nonstop flight from California to Massachusetts takes 7h 25m, covering a distance of 2546 miles. The shortest route is Las Vegas (LAS) to Albany (ALB) with an average flight time of 4h 40m.

  • How many long-haul flights are there to Massachusetts each week?

    There are not any long-haul (6-12 hour flight duration) or short-haul (up to 3 hour flight duration) flights to Massachusetts. Instead, there are 1,177 medium-haul flights (3-6 hour flight duration), with the most arriving from Los Angeles.

  • What are the most popular destinations in Massachusetts?

    Based on KAYAK flight searches, the most popular destination is Boston (86% of total searches to Massachusetts). The next most popular destinations are Hartford (7%) and Albany (5%). Searches for flights to West Tisbury (1%), to Worcester (0%) and to Nantucket (0%) are also popular.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from California to Massachusetts

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from California to Massachusetts? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12461 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.8Comfort
7.0Entertainment
8.5Crew
7.1Food
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Wish there were more complimentary drinks available - only had water and apple juice. Also - no snacks were provided during the flight, but we were offered some items as we exited the plane.

8.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Jun 2026
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Wish there were more complimentary drinks available - only had water and apple juice. Also - no snacks were provided during the flight, but we were offered some items as we exited the plane.

No negatives. Crew was great, flight was on time and there were no crazy passengers. 🤩

It might not have been their fault, but there was a two hour delay due to weather. Then we boarded and were about to leave when they said there were more problems at the destination, took us back to the gate where we had to fully deplane. But then five minutes later, they said everything was fine and to get back on the plane. This was the part that pissed everybody off.

Internet was great. It was nice to watch a movie. The crew was very nice.

The gate agents begged us to check our carryons. They BEGGED us, over and over, and said that the flight was completely, totally full, and said that if we don't check our bags, it will cause huge delays. They finally said that "group suchandsuch will be required to check bags!" So I checked mine. Well, the flight wasn't close to being full, and many of the overhead compartments were *empty*! Moreover, my bag was delayed at the carousel, and it wasn't on the carousel that was posted. COME ON, AIRLINE, you can look at the seating for the flight on your computer and decide whether it's really necessary to beg and beg and beg people to go through the hassle of checking their bags! This is annoying as hell and makes me not want to use your crummy airline ever again.

Flight got delayed like 5 times, then they put and ada passenger in the back of the plane.

They called me 2 hours before my original flight from SFO was to depart to let me know it was delayed and that I would miss my connection. They then rebooked on a different flight leaving a half hour earlier to a different connecting airport, so that I would not miss my connection. It all worked out and I arrived at my destination without a problem and 15 minutes earlier than the original flight would have. Nice!

Thank you to everyone, the crew and pilots.. they were so amazing!!

Flight delayed no communication. The gate was changed so many times.

Comfortable seats, good drinks with lots of water refills, staff was kind and understanding of my disabled mother!

Much better than Latam, the worse airline company ever. I hope I don't have the need to fly Latam ever in my life again.

My flight yesterday evening was delayed 3.5 hours with no water or food service. Poor experience

The tray table was broken and the food was terrible.

While they turned off most cabin lights to allow people to sleep, I was bothered by how bright the side lights still were. It was still quite bright for me in a window seat, when I wish I could have slept!

Generally on time departures and arrivals, clean planes, sky miles membership provides great benefits (complimentary upgrades, etc).

N Everything was perfect from boarding to assistance to baggage in Tampa

Loved the crew! Sucks that we went from 1 hour and 8 minute layover to a 3 hour layover. But weather sucks like that.

Flight delayed. Air broken. Cabin was hot enough to pass out. Delta shuttle’s becoming worse and worse.

Fast, lovely scenery, great info on the Delta flight screen about landmarks we were flying over. Great landing!

Long flight but comfortable and not freezing as I have experienced on Hawaiian flights to the islands. They gave us blankets just in case. Nice touch.

Horrifying Almost 2 million miles. Bring your own food and drink. One coffee or drink every three hours. Have to order meals on app more than 24 hours ahead Tiny and dirty bathrooms

Flight was delayed but more than 90 minutes. This caused me to miss my available windows for pick-up by a friend. I had to pay $125 for an uber back home from the airport which was an added expense that I had not budgeted for my trip. Staff was friendly.

Seat pitch is horrible especially on the 15 hour flight. Gate crew at SFO was Outstanding. The flight crew was also great.

My service dog and I were asked to deplane just before they closed the door - clearly very last minute they couldn’t find the documentation that I have filled out many many times before that is for flying service animals. I purposely purchase 3seats (a whole row) since he is large and not all passengers want to sit next to a dog on a cross country flight. The plane departed with my husband on it!!! They made me fill out a hard copy of the same form and had to reschedule me on a later flight where they could find 3 seats together!! I’ve done this so many times before - clearly the error was on their part in a technology glitch - but really people - do better!! Very traumatic - and my husband had to wait for us when he landed ….so bad. Poor pup was confused and tired.

Late plane. Only one crew on the ground so we b had to wait for Denver flight to come in, board, and depart. At 78 yrs of age I was not pleased trying to get my connection. What really made me angry was the notification you sent me to hurry up or I would miss my connection. Why tell me to hurry up when you got me in late. It was not a good way of treating customers.

No screens or meal options. Freezing cold. Dirty seats. Left late.

Booked through Kayak Business, had a seat in middle and towards back due to booking rate, not comfortable.

Super friendly with lots of drink options an entertainment. Friendly crew.

Outstanding service, efficient & friendly crew, flight was safe, comfortable & on time

It was a red-eye, but the flight felt surprisingly quick. The seats were very comfortable, and that made resting much easier. I also want to thank the gentleman seated next to me, who graciously moved so my mom could sit beside me. We slept almost the entire way. The cabin crew was respectful in not disturbing us, while also being courteous and professional throughout. Thank you, United.

The flight from LA to Chicago was smooth and service was very good overall.

Ontario airport boarding was very easy to park and access, is clean and TSA took 10 minutes total. Check-in was a breeze and cruise was very nice.

Left early arrived early..right amount of talking from pilots..of course had to love the biscuit and water!

Boarding gate at LAX was too crowded—two gates next to one another

On time departure and early arrival. Flight attendant very nice.

The SFO Lounge crew were amazing. The bartender Faris was great. Thanks!

Was not able to do a online check-in because the American Airlines system doesn't store our visa or other passport information, allowing us to have a trouble-free check-in. We were forced to have to check-in at the counter which Changes are upgrade status given that we were not able to check in much earlier.

Same plane as RDU to LGA — internet not working. Pilot issue of some sort at end of prior flight - I was on same plane for my connection. Late/delayed —

Good flight, seated and had a water within 5 minutes. Crew was hospitable.

We left at 1030 am pacific from LA and supposed to land at 7 pm Eastern in NY. They made a detour, stopped in Philadelphia and didn’t land till 1130 PM Eastern!!! Worst flight experience with no pilot communication with no explanation as to what was going on. Everyone was very frustrated to say the least.

This was the first flight I've taken since pre-pandemic. I was pleased with how orderly the boarding and disembarking went. The seats were comfortable. I loved that there was no "first class'. The attendants and passengers I met were all very friendly and welcoming.

It was good. I’m very disappointed that they don’t give commentary ear pods for the movie. I forgot mine at home

There was a screen but no earphones that could use the older input so I could listen to anything.

Jet blue just had great service overall! Only a little turbulence heading out of Austin, otherwise the jet stream helped the speed of the trip!

Boarding was quick and efficient. The flight crew were friendly. There were limited food options available on the flight. The pocket guide said there would be salad and sandwich sections available on flights over 3.5 hours. The only food available were snack boxes. And those were limited as well. My flight was over 5 hours. The entertainment system worked well. I had both extra legroom seats and regular coach seats. The seats were not very comfortable. The entertainment controls in the armrest made it difficult to rest my arm without changing the channel on my neighbors TV. Overall, my experience was mediocre.

Boarding was fast, easy, and we landed early. The entertainment system was very buggy and kept resetting throughout the flight.

I purchased ticket so our daughter ( a minor) can sit next to her mother. No help at gate after kayak insisted that this could be done. She ended sitting by herself

Terrible. There was a lot of misleading information regarding ticketing, seat upgrades, & boarding group. I also expect my seat will recline. I have back problems & it is very painful for me of the seat doesn’t recline. In addition, when I choose a fare that allows me a carry-on bag, I expect to be able to carry it on. Not be forced to check it. Thos happened on my flight to MCO & back to Boston. Not sure I will ever fly JetBlue again. Further I bought the ticket through hat deal. I will NEVER do that again. They were incapable of providing an accurate record locator # for either leg of the trip. I had to call them before each flight with me VERY stressed about whether I would actually be able to get on my flight. Who does that? Who books flight & then FAILS to give an accurate record locator? Twice!

Jet Blue has excellent everything, Friendly customer service and staff, clean aircraft’s and is always on time.

Entertainment and wifi were very sub-par - audio issues and no wifi

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