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Summary info about California flight prices, duration and airlines
Best One-Way Price | £245 |
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Best Return Price | £302 |
Fastest flight time | 16h 55m |
Operated By | 6 airlines |
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For prices as low as £17/pp, you can find flights to California depending on where you are departing from. On average, flights to California cost £1,014/pp.
Los Angeles is about 57% more popular to visit than any other city in California, according to momondo users. When visiting Los Angeles, it is recommended to fly into Los Angeles Airport, where you can typically get the cheapest prices and the most convenient travel options into the city.
Disneyland Park is closest to Santa Ana Airport. Those looking for an alternative airport option near Disneyland Park could try flying into Los Angeles Airport.
Many visitors who travel to California find themselves making a stop at popular landmarks such as Disneyland Park, Fisherman's Wharf, and Venice Beach.
The temperatures in California range from 14 °C to 23 °C depending on the time of year. The warmest month in California is July, and the coldest month in California is January. Those looking for a drier month during their visit should travel during the months of July, August, or June, when rain is least likely compared to the rest of the year.
You can find flights to California from 37 airlines. If you’re unsure which to fly with, consider booking your flight with Virgin Atlantic, British Airways or Norwegian Air UK as these are the most popular among our users. Virgin Atlantic is the most favoured with 22% of momondo travellers booking flights with this airline.
The average flight duration from United Kingdom to California depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from London Heathrow to Los Angeles is 10h 05m on average, while flying from Manchester to Los Angeles is 13h 50m on average. Los Angeles is the most popular airport in California.
The cheapest flight to California recently found on momondo was £42. If you’re unable to find a flight deal this cheap, keep in mind that anything less than £1,877 is considered a good price for flights to California. £1,973 is the average cost to fly to California, while £20,530 is the most expensive.
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These routes have the cheapest flights to California found by momondo users in United Kingdom
| Departing | Destination | Best Time | Best Price |
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| London | San Francisco | 10h 55m | £345 |
| London | San Diego | 11h 05m | £369 |
| London | Los Angeles | 11h 15m | £370 |
| Birmingham | San Francisco | 13h 55m | £374 |
| Edinburgh | Los Angeles | 13h 50m | £375 |
| Newcastle upon Tyne | Los Angeles | 14h 10m | £375 |
| Birmingham | Los Angeles | 17h 00m | £376 |
| Manchester | Los Angeles | 13h 50m | £378 |
| Manchester | San Francisco | 15h 30m | £380 |
| Glasgow | San Francisco | 14h 10m | £381 |
| Leeds | San Francisco | 14h 00m | £406 |
| Edinburgh | San Francisco | 14h 20m | £407 |
| Bristol | Los Angeles | 14h 20m | £412 |
| London | Ontario | 14h 37m | £414 |
| London | Oakland | 13h 57m | £424 |
| London | Long Beach | 13h 48m | £426 |
Best things to do and see in California
With flight deals to California, United States, you will find yourself in one of the most modern and diverse states in the US, offering you access to several thriving cities and cultures. California boasts everything from the glitz of Hollywood to the tech world of Silicone Valley, wine counties, amazing nature, and everything in between. Some of the biggest events that California is synonymous with include Coachella, one of the most influential music festivals in the world, taking place in Indio over three days in April every year, and the Outside Lands music festival. The latter event brings over 200,000 music fans to San Francisco every year in October. In August, the three-day Fremont Festival Of The Arts takes over the streets of Fremont with wine, music, and art. June's LA Film Festival, running over three days, includes free screenings and premiers, whilst one of the largest free events in California is the abbot Kinney Festival with its mile-long stretch of food trucks, art booths, beer gardens and music on Venice Beach.
California is a state that has seen massive immigration from various countries, as well as maintaining traditional all-American values. When it comes to cuisine, there is no food that isn't prepared and savoured in this state. With strong Latino influences, Mexican food has become highly popular amongst locals, and Mexican restaurants and food trucks are a daily ingredient of the American diet. Pizza is a roaring favourite in California, meaning you can easily get Californian-styled pizza, offering thinner crusts than traditional Italian variants. French-dip sandwiches are also popular in California. These involve thick baguette sandwiches with a broth to dip into. Chinese restaurants thrive in the state, and the American-designed Cobb Salads are a firm favourite too. Wraps, burgers, and sushi are also staples of the Californian diet. Food is high-quality and as diverse as it gets, and being an active, outdoor state means you can get healthy meals as easily as comfort food. Franchised coffees, good local wines and healthy smoothies are popular beverages.
With your Californian flight deal, you will find a plethora of fun sights to behold. See the Hollywood sign and take in a celebrity house spotting tour. Go shopping on Rodeo Drive and feel like a star, or bump into a few VIPs before taking in a tour of Warner Bros or Universal film studios. Enjoy a San Diego Harbour Cruise and see the sights from the water. Take a hot air balloon ride over the wine countries or partake in on-the-ground wine tasting tours of Napa Valley. Nature lovers can enjoy Yosemite Park trips and get to see the giant Sequoia trees or see the legendary Redwood forests. Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco is a world-famous landmark and can be visited by tour or with your own car hire. You can also view the famous Alcatraz prison with a San Francisco-based tour. For family fun, try the gigantic amusement world of Disneyland, and art and history lovers may enjoy the Getty Centre Museum or Hearst Castle. California has awesome beaches, such as Malibu for high-end luxury or Venice Beach for a fun day out. LA is jam-packed with music and cool venues, such as the Viper Room, to explore at every corner. There is literally something for everyone in California.
As a British citizen, you must ensure that your passport is valid, but you will not need a visa to travel to the US for visits of less than 90 days. You will need an ESTA travel authorisation to waiver the visa, which can be applied for easily online on the ESTA website.
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