How long is the flight from California to North Dakota?

Average flight duration from California to North Dakota depends on which airport you fly into and out of. Flying from San Francisco to Fargo is 5h 13m on average, while flying from San Diego to Fargo is 5h 23m on average. Fargo is the most popular airport in North Dakota.

What airlines fly to North Dakota?

United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to North Dakota from California according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 48% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to North Dakota. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to North Dakota on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to North Dakota?

Allegiant Air, Frontier, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from California to North Dakota

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

As of April 2025, 3 flights take off from California and land in North Dakota each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 33% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from California to North Dakota were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from California to North Dakota is 6 as of April 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to North Dakota?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to North Dakota.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to North Dakota?

The required travel and health documents for your North Dakota trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at North Dakota. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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KAYAK's recommended round-trip deals from the most popular airlines that fly from California to North Dakota.

6:30 am - 11:28 amLAS-FAR

2h 58mnonstop

12:18 pm - 1:27 pmFAR-LAS

3h 09mnonstop

$120Allegiant Air

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Fri, Jun 6 - Mon, Jun 9

6:30 am - 11:28 amLAS-FAR

2h 58mnonstop

12:18 pm - 1:27 pmFAR-LAS

3h 09mnonstop

$129Allegiant Air

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Fri, Jun 13 - Mon, Jun 23

11:09 am - 9:56 pmSMF-FAR

8h 47m1 stop

6:15 am - 1:26 pmFAR-SMF

9h 11m1 stop

$209American Airlines

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Fri, May 30 - Sat, May 31

11:09 am - 9:56 pmSMF-FAR

8h 47m1 stop

6:15 am - 3:35 pmFAR-SMF

11h 20m2 stops

$214American Airlines

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Fri, May 30 - Sat, May 31

6:35 am - 5:11 pmSFO-FAR

8h 36m1 stop

2:33 pm - 12:09 amFAR-SFO

11h 36m1 stop

$218Frontier

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Sun, May 18 - Thu, May 22

12:59 am - 1:45 pmLAS-FAR

10h 46m1 stop

2:30 pm - 11:36 pmFAR-LAS

11h 06m1 stop

$218Frontier

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Thu, Jun 5 - Mon, Jun 9

1:58 pm - 11:48 pmSMF-FAR

7h 50m1 stop

7:00 am - 12:48 pmFAR-SMF

7h 48m1 stop

$257Delta

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Tue, May 20 - Sat, May 24

12:45 am - 10:02 amLAS-FAR

7h 17m1 stop

6:59 pm - 10:43 pmFAR-LAS

5h 44m1 stop

$260Delta

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Wed, Jul 9 - Wed, Jul 16

4:15 pm - 11:44 pmSMF-FAR

5h 29m1 stop

9:00 am - 3:13 pmFAR-SMF

8h 13m1 stop

$277United Airlines

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Thu, Jul 31 - Tue, Aug 12

4:15 pm - 11:44 pmSMF-FAR

5h 29m1 stop

11:32 am - 7:41 pmFAR-SMF

10h 09m2 stops

$282United Airlines

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American Airlines flights from California to North Dakota

Our best American Airlines deals on California to North Dakota flight tickets

American Airlines

May 30

SMF11:09 amSacramento Intl

8h 47m

1 stop

FAR9:56 pmFargo Hector Field

May 31

FAR6:15 amFargo Hector Field

9h 11m

1 stop

SMF1:26 pmSacramento Intl

$209

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American Airlines

May 30

SMF11:09 amSacramento Intl

8h 47m

1 stop

FAR9:56 pmFargo Hector Field

May 31

FAR6:15 amFargo Hector Field

11h 20m

2 stops

SMF3:35 pmSacramento Intl

$214

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American Airlines

May 20

SFO6:00 amSan Francisco

8h 05m

1 stop

FAR4:05 pmFargo Hector Field

May 31

FAR6:15 amFargo Hector Field

11h 48m

2 stops

SFO4:03 pmSan Francisco

$274

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Delta flights from California to North Dakota

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Delta

May 20

SMF1:58 pmSacramento Intl

7h 50m

1 stop

FAR11:48 pmFargo Hector Field

May 24

FAR7:00 amFargo Hector Field

7h 48m

1 stop

SMF12:48 pmSacramento Intl

$257

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Delta

Jul 9

LAS12:45 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7h 17m

1 stop

FAR10:02 amFargo Hector Field

Jul 16

FAR6:59 pmFargo Hector Field

5h 44m

1 stop

LAS10:43 pmLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$260

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Delta

May 27

SMF1:58 pmSacramento Intl

7h 50m

1 stop

FAR11:48 pmFargo Hector Field

Jun 4

FAR5:00 amFargo Hector Field

8h 43m

2 stops

SMF11:43 amSacramento Intl

$262

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to North Dakota

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What is the cheapest month to fly to North Dakota?

The cheapest month to fly to North Dakota from California is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $318, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel to North Dakota during the month of October, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $322.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to North Dakota?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to North Dakota. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $375. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $573. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to North Dakota.

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

Flying to North Dakota from California in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $347 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to North Dakota are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $536. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to North Dakota?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to North Dakota from California when booking 21 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to North Dakota for around $399 when searching 21 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to North Dakota from California for as low as $259 on momondo.

Cheap California to North Dakota flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$80
Fastest flight time	2h 58m
Direct flights	Tue and Sat
Airports in North Dakota	2 airports

The best one-way flight to North Dakota from California in the past 72 hours is $80. The best round-trip flight deal from California to North Dakota found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $120.

The fastest flight from California to North Dakota takes 2h 58m

Direct flights go from California to North Dakota on Tuesday and Saturday. The only airline offering direct flights is Allegiant Air.

There are 2 airports near North Dakota: Fargo Hector Field (FAR), Bismarck (BIS)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to North Dakota?
Prices for flights from California to North Dakota were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to North Dakota?
The number of operators available for flights from California to North Dakota is 6 as of April 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to North Dakota?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to North Dakota.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to North Dakota?
The required travel and health documents for your North Dakota trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at North Dakota. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from California to North Dakota

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $98	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.9 349 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $108	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.9 3,283 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $199	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,920 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $248	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,685 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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