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Cheap Flights from Canada to California

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Canada to California that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Canada to California

Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 17
WestJet Logo
11:15 am - 10:05 pm
YVR
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LAX
10h 50m
2 stops
WestJet Logo
1:15 pm - 10:10 pm
LAX
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YVR
8h 55m
2 stops
$128WestJet
Wed, Aug 19 - Wed, Aug 26
WestJet Logo
9:25 am - 5:10 pm
YVR
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LAX
7h 45m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
1:15 pm - 7:25 pm
LAX
-
YVR
6h 10m
1 stop
$129WestJet
Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25
WestJet Logo
6:00 am - 12:25 pm
YVR
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LAX
6h 25m
1 stop
WestJet Logo
7:30 am - 1:40 pm
LAX
-
YVR
6h 10m
1 stop
$130WestJet
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
Flair Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 7:30 am
YVR
-
SFO
1h 30mnonstop
Flair Airlines Logo
9:15 am - 1:40 pm
SFO
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YVR
3h 25mnonstop
$181Flair Airlines
Wed, Sep 23 - Sun, Sep 27
Flair Airlines Logo
3:30 pm - 6:00 pm
YVR
-
SFO
2h 30mnonstop
Flair Airlines Logo
8:15 pm - 10:40 pm
SFO
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YVR
2h 25mnonstop
$183Flair Airlines
Thu, Aug 13 - Sun, Aug 16
Air Canada Logo
9:45 pm - 12:36 am
YVR
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LAS
2h 51mnonstop
Air Canada Logo
6:50 am - 9:34 am
LAS
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YVR
2h 44mnonstop
$199Air Canada
Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 15
Air Canada Logo
8:35 pm - 10:24 pm
YYZ
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LAS
4h 49mnonstop
Air Canada Logo
11:25 pm - 12:33 pm
LAS
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YYZ
10h 08m
1 stop
$274Air Canada
Sun, Sep 6 - Tue, Sep 15
United Airlines Logo
10:15 am - 6:39 pm
YYZ
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LAS
11h 24m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
10:50 am - 8:44 pm
LAS
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YYZ
6h 54m
1 stop
$279United Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Tue, Oct 27
Porter Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 12:20 pm
YYZ
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SFO
5h 35mnonstop
Porter Airlines Logo
1:45 pm - 9:39 pm
SFO
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YYZ
4h 54mnonstop
$339Porter Airlines
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
Porter Airlines Logo
6:45 am - 1:20 pm
YUL
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LAX
9h 35m
1 stop
Porter Airlines Logo
2:20 pm - 12:37 am
LAX
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YUL
7h 17m
1 stop
$417Porter Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to California

Get data-powered insights and trends for flights to California to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest flight to California?

These are the best round-trip prices found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 5 days.

The cheapest ticket to California from Canada found in the last 5 days was to Los Angeles, at $111 round-trip. The most popular route is Edmonton (YEG) to Los Angeles (LAX) and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $111.

How much is a flight to California?

The average and cheapest price for all round-trip flights to California from each origin found by users searching on KAYAK in the last month.

A flight to California costs $392 on average. The cheapest price found on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks was $111 for the route Vancouver Intl Airport (YVR) to Los Angeles (LAX). The most popular routes on KAYAK are Vancouver to Los Angeles which costs $437 on average, and Montreal to Los Angeles, which costs $654 on average.

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What is the cheapest month to fly from Canada to California?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Canada to California, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Canada to California is September, when tickets cost $212 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $313 and $284 respectively.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to California?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Canada to California depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $235 on average. Morning departures are around 13% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to California is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $535.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to California, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Canada to California, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 58% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 7 weeks before departure.

Which is the cheapest airport to fly into in California?

Prices will differ depending on the departure airport, but generally, the cheapest airport to fly to in California is Palm Springs Airport (PSP), with an average flight price of $256.

Good to know

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$112
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
Flight from Vancouver to Los Angeles

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

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Canada to California 
Verified travelerFlew with WestJet
YVR
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LAX
Jun 2026
I think it is important to compare the baggage fees and the rules between paying online and at the airport. It is important to ask if there are different fees for luggage fees weighing less than 50 lbs other than 50 lbs.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
YYZ
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LAX
Mar 2025
I wish I had anticipated the delay at the airport and scheduled my ride pickup for 1.5 hours after the estimated arrival time. I was unaware that passengers from Air Canada flights had to board a shuttle bus to access the aircraft.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
YVR
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SFO
May 2025
Prepare for long lines at car rental offices
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
YYZ
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LAX
Oct 2024
Make sure you know which terminal to head to upon landing if transferring at Los Angeles as the information board at LAX will show only flight info for the terminal you are at (1 of 8). Transfer information is not transparent from the airline or the airport. Subscribe to airline apps help but can be cumbersome and difficult to manage in a time crunch.
JoanFlew with Porter Airlines
YYZ
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SFO
Nov 2024
Maybe get the choice above the cheapest option because you don't get a checked bag or carry on so in the end you end up paying about the same, if not more.
KeturahFlew with Air Canada
YVR
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SAN
Nov 2024
Bring very small luggage- it’s a small plane.
CandaceFlew with WestJet
YVR
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SFO
Jul 2024
I would recommend Westjet. I suggest checking in at the agent counter. My husband & I don't mind sitting apart on a short flight rather than paying to sit together, but the agent was able to get us seats together. I did think the prices for selected seats was reasonable. Baggage fees were confusing & a bit pricy, but carry-ons were free & plane had large overhead bins.
SuniFlew with Air Canada
YVR
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SFO
Aug 2024
prepare sufficient connection time for custom security check
Verified travelerFlew with Air Canada
YYZ
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LAX
Aug 2024
Treat this like you’re flying on a greyhound bus. Bring food. Bring a pillow. Bring entertainment. Know that you will be uncomfortable and the airline won’t care.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
YVR
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LAX
Apr 2024
If your going to Dominican, you need to apply for a e eticket which takes about 10 mins
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
YYZ
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LAX
Feb 2024
Do your check in online because it is much more convenient.
GaryFlew with Air New Zealand
YYZ
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LAX
Dec 2023
Get instructions on how to find your connecting flight terminal and gate in LAX. There are no information boards or information desks. We asked a lady in a gift shop, then it was a series of tunnels and stairs that were not well sign posted at all.

FAQs for booking flights from Canada to California

  • Which airport is closest to Sacramento?

    Sacramento is the state capital of California and lies midway between the San Rafael to the west and Lake Tahoe to the east. If you wish to visit the city, you should look for a flight to California that lands in San Francisco which is about 145 km away or about 1h 20min by car via the I-80 East.

  • I wish to visit Joshua Tree National Park. Which airport should I use?

    Joshua Tree National Park lies in the south-central region of California, just south of Bernardino and is accessible from either San Diego Airport or LAX. From LAX it’s a 2h drive to get there, but from San Diego Airport it will take about 2h 30min, so flying into LAX is the better option.

  • Can I get a direct flight from Canada to California?

    There are only two Canadian airports that offer direct flights to California and both of them are on the West Coast. These are Victoria Airport and Vancouver International Airport (YVR). Of these two, only Vancouver International Airport offers direct flights to LAX (via Air Canada and WestJet), San Francisco (via ANA) and Santa Ana Orange County Airport (via WestJet).

  • Should I fly into LAX if I plan to visit Yosemite National Park?

    If you fly into LAX you will then have to drive about 4h 30min to get to the iconic California landmark in the Sierra Nevada Mountains. However, if you book your flight to arrive at the San Francisco Airport, the drive time is reduced to just over 3h, so SFO is the better choice.

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

    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 Canada to California.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Canada to California 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 Canada to California?

    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 Canada to California 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 Canada to California?

    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 Canada to California up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to California?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to California is Thursday where round-trip tickets can be as cheap as $380. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Monday, where round-trip prices are $520 on average.

Top tips for finding a cheap flight out of Canada

  • California is the most highly populated of the United States and one the largest, so there are six airports that you can fly into. These include San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), which is the most frequent destination for flights to California.
  • Getting around the northern part of California is easier if you choose to fly into San Francisco Airport. It’s the northernmost of the major airports and there are several big cities in its vicinity such as San Jose, Oakland and Stockton. From there you also have access to the many national parks in California’s north.
  • There is only one Californian airport you can fly into from Victoria International Airport (YYJ), and that is San Francisco Airport. Alaska Airlines provides service, but unfortunately this is not a direct flight and will first make a stop at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) where there is a connecting flight to SFO.
  • There are several major airports in the southern part of the state that receive flights to California from Canada. LAX, (ONT) and Santa Ana Orange County International Airport (SNA) are relatively close to each other on the Pacific Coast, while Palm Springs International Airport (PSP) services the southwestern region with flights from Vancouver Airport via United Airlines.
  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) should be your destination if you intend to visit the more southern areas of California. Swoop Airlines offers flights there from Vancouver Airport.

Everything you need to know for your flight to California

Cabin class types available on flights to California

Cabin classes available on flights to California. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability is not guaranteed.