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Cheap Flights from Kalispell to California

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 5 days
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Los Angeles
3h 23mNonstop
from $219per person
Ontario
5h 02m2 stops
from $271per person
San Francisco
2h 57mNonstop
from $290per person
San Diego
4h 37m2 stops
from $327per person
Burbank
4h 55m2 stops
from $359per person
Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara
4h 50m3 stops
from $367per person
Santa Ana
4h 53m2 stops
from $377per person
Palm Springs
4h 14m2 stops
from $377per person
Sacramento
4h 45m3 stops
from $405per person
Fresno
5h 14m2 stops
from $449per person
Oakland
4h 04m2 stops
from $453per person
San Luis Obispo
7h 54m2 stops
from $491per person
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Price, demand and travel trends for Kalispell to California flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What are the cheapest fares from Kalispell to California recently?

Here are the cheapest round-trip fares from Kalispell to California on KAYAK in the last week:

• Los Angeles (LAX) from $219
• San Francisco (SFO) from $238
• Ontario (ONT) from $357
• Hollywood Burbank (BUR) from $359
• Santa Barbara (SBA) from $367

How do fares into airports in California compare?

According to KAYAK data from the last 12 months, the cheapest airports to fly into California from Kalispell are:

• Santa Barbara (SBA) (avg. price $299)
• Ontario (ONT) (avg. price $375)
• Hollywood Burbank (BUR) (avg. price $388)

Are flights from Kalispell to California cheaper or more expensive than last year?

Fares from Kalispell to California are about 18% lower than they were in November last year, averaging $307 round-trip.

What's the cheapest month to fly from Kalispell to California?

January is typically the cheapest month to fly from Kalispell to California, with round-trip fares averaging $369. July and March are usually the most expensive, averaging $730 and $497, respectively.

How do fares from Kalispell to California vary by day of the week?

On average, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly from Kalispell to California and Sunday is the most expensive. Looking at the past 12 months of KAYAK data, it's 34% more expensive to fly on a Sunday compared to Thursday.

What's the best time of day to fly from Kalispell to California?

It's cheapest to fly to California at night with average prices of $216. The morning is the most expensive time to fly, with average prices of $472.

Key details for Kalispell to California flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$119
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 27% increase in travelers.
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Your Kalispell to California flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • Is now a good time to book a flight from Kalispell to California?

    Yes. Fares from Kalispell to California are low right now. As a rule of thumb, a round-trip under $345 (cheaper than most fares this year) is a good deal, so if you spot one at or below that, it's a good time to book.

  • How much should I budget for a flight from Kalispell to California?

    Over the past 12 months, round-trip fares from Kalispell to California have typically cost between $345 and $598.

  • What are the main airports serving California?

    There are 43 airports in California. 17% of KAYAK users choose San Diego (SAN) as their arrival airport, while 16% choose San Francisco (SFO).

  • Which airlines fly nonstop from Kalispell to California?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, 2 airlines offer nonstop flights on this route:

    • United Airlines
    • Alaska Airlines

  • Which destinations in California can I fly nonstop from Kalispell?

    Based on the flight schedule for the next 3 months, you can fly nonstop from Kalispell to 3 destinations in California. The most popular among KAYAK travelers are San Diego, San Francisco and Los Angeles.

  • Is it cheaper to fly with a layover from Kalispell to California?

    Yes, nonstop flights from Kalispell to California average $396 over the past 12 months. Flights with a layover can cost less, cheapest when connecting through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), with average fares of $378.

  • How long is a flight from Kalispell to California?

    Nonstop flights from Kalispell to California take 3h 11m on average. The fastest scheduled flight takes 2h 59m, flying into San Francisco (SFO).

  • Which cabin classes are available from Kalispell to California?

    On flights from Kalispell to California you can book Economy Class or First Class.

  • What are some popular landmarks around California?

    California is home to many popular sights. KAYAK travelers' favorites include:

    • Universal Studios Hollywood
    • Gaslamp Quarter
    • Fisherman's Wharf
    • Venice Beach

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Kalispell to California?

    The earliest nonstop flight from Kalispell to California departs at 7:00 am and the latest leaves at 3:31 pm. Nonstop flights take about 3h 11m.

Your guide to booking Kalispell to California flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • Flexible with your dates? Fly in January to save some money. It's typically the cheapest month on this route, while flights in July will cost you the most.
  • Fly out on a Thursday to get the cheapest fares. Avoid Sunday flights, which are about 34% more expensive.
  • If you're watching your budget, fly into Santa Barbara (SBA) which has the lowest average airfare in the region. Just remember to budget for any onward travel by bus, car or domestic flight.
  • Start your trip in San Diego, the most popular destination in California. From there, it's easy to continue on to other popular spots such as Los Angeles, San Francisco and Anaheim.
  • Time or money? If speed matters most, fly from Kalispell to San Francisco (SFO). If you're after the lowest fares, Santa Barbara (SBA) is usually your best bet.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Kalispell to California

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Kalispell to California? 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 13160 reviews
8.5Crew
7.0Food
7.8Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.0Entertainment
Airline reviews

For the third flight I’ve taken on Alaska this year there were delays. It’s become almost a gamble and hope for the best especially catching the late flight out of Kalispel to Seattle. Don’t even get me started on the flight out of Seattle to Sacramento. I will try another airline whenever possible moving forward.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Oct 2026
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For the third flight I’ve taken on Alaska this year there were delays. It’s become almost a gamble and hope for the best especially catching the late flight out of Kalispel to Seattle. Don’t even get me started on the flight out of Seattle to Sacramento. I will try another airline whenever possible moving forward.

Best flights I e been on. Need gluten free snacks

They changed our flight to Kalispel and we ended up getting there close to midnight. The return flight got changed as well by a few hours. Then of course some issues with the plane and we were even later. First time flying Alaska, may be my last.

They changed the flight time from 4:00 to 1:50. We missed the flight because we did not know. We were not entitled to any sort of refund.

Honestly the bathroom cabinet under sink fell out and was completely broken. The floor or walkway was worn out and it smelled wierd. But the seats were terrible for comfort. I truly hope that my trip home in February is better.

Crew was overly aggressive with rules enforcement and not friendly in general.

Hadn't flown for a while the crew was wonderful! Trip was great. My only challenge is navigating the airports. Getting from one plane to the next! All on all nice trip!

Good but a boarding pass for my return flight was not sent to me.

The crew was very friendly, it was nice that my gate was not changed at the last minute.

Flying from Bzn to Sea was a pain. Almost an hour late leaving, close to missing connector.

The bathroom is disgustingly dirty. It looks like the crew members didn’t clean it on a regular basis. Also, who made the bathroom so small?. I am not a big girl but I still feel very cramped inside. Def unpleasant experience to use the bathroom.

dropped my bags at Seattle Delta curbside. 1.5 hours before departure. one bag oversized made it. the other was left at curb and mishandled. poor communication from delta in sjc baggage claim. No internet on flight and food choices in business are horrible. You are forcing us to fly Alaska which is shockingly better than the Delta experience. that is a low bar.

attendents were rude and the boarding was disjointed and poor

There was an incredibly surly flight attendant that ruined the experience

After boarding the plane had to wait an hour at the for the copilot to show up before we could depart

The cabin and bathroom experience was poor as the cabin and bathroom were dirty and showed signs of an older plane that had not been updated for Customer’s, comfort and health. There was gum on my seat when I arrived and dirt spots around the fan and light controls. The flight was almost entirely full, so there was no way I could be moved from my seat. Th bathroom had the peeling paint.

Great crew. Comfortable seating. Nice overhead bin space. My app didn't allow me to check in for my flight to BOS. When I called Support, they didn't fix it, but just told me to check in at the airport. Seat back entertainment was great. Could be better if the audio could connect to Bluetooth.

I'm 6' 2" and even in economy plenty of leg room

great! appreciated the last minute upgrade to Comfort+ exit row, as well

Nothing unusual. It was fine. I hate having to pay extra for my seat.

Starlink internet made the flight time shrink and I was able to work.

The plane was so old. I paid a ridiculous amount to fly business and there was no internet for six hours! This can't be happening in 2026 and especially in cross country flights where there are a high volume of business travelers.

The food could have been better and the entertainment could have better movies or streaming.

Connection times always good online, but not in reality when first leg is delayed (2 out of 2 times this trip).

I purchased a Polaris ticket. The plane did not have the lie flat seats - I was not notified. I actually can not believe they traded a dif plane and did not notify me or refund monies

⭐ Absolutely AWFUL Experience with United Airlines! If I could give United Airlines ZERO stars, I would. The seats have practically NO legroom, making the flight feel like being crammed into a tin can with nowhere to move. Comfort? Forget about it! And the fees? Absolutely ridiculous! They seem to charge you for EVERYTHING. You pay for your ticket, then get hit with extra charges for things that should be part of a decent flying experience. What’s next, charging passengers for breathing? Flying with United feels less like being a valued customer and more like being a walking wallet. The seats are uncomfortable, the legroom is pathetic, and the constant nickel-and-diming is infuriating. For the price you pay, you would think they could at least provide a little space to stretch your legs and a travel experience that doesn’t leave you feeling ripped off. Do yourself a favor and look at other airlines before booking with United. I certainly won’t be rushing to fly with them again. Absolutely disappointing from start to finish!

My flight from Boston to SFO was fine. Crew was friendly and helpful. Food was mediocre. Fright from SFO to MNL was not as good. My flight attendant was friendly but didn’t seem to have a lot of experience. She seemed overwhelmed. Also, this was the only red eye business class flight I’ve flown which only served dinner 2 hours after takeoff in a 13 hr flight. When I woke up 1 hr before landing, everyone was eating so I assumed bkft was being served. I pushed my button for help and no one came so I approached my flight attendant and she said they don’t serve bkft but she gave me choices for lunch or dinner. I routinely fly business class but I was disappointed with the lack of service and attention I was given on this flight. Also, most airlines will offer a snack or coffee before bkft is served but this was not offered during this flight. Overall, it was disappointing.

It's not United, but TSA security at Terminal A in Newark is a disaster and seriously makes me consider switching to flying out of JFK. The touchless TSA pre-check had a line of over 50 people and the bag screening was so slow that it limited the flow of people through the facial recognition process. It is the only airport that I frequent that has this issue and makes me reconsider whether I should fly out of Newark given the wasted time and frustration it causes. As I said, it is not a United issue but will impact United if people choose to stop utilizing Newark airport because of the poor experience.

The food could be much better. Also very unfortunate that most of business class seats were empty but I could not upgrade.

No complaints other than luggage carousel was incorrectly guiding passengers to the wrong carousel on the screen.

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