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Can I get a direct flight to Arcata Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between New Zealand and Arcata Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Arcata?

The best price we found for a return flight to Arcata is $2,528. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Arcata Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Arcata Airport is Saturday, 29 August 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Arcata?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Arcata is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Arcata with?

Currently, Air New Zealand offers the cheapest flight tickets to Arcata.

Flying to Arcata

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$2,528
Cheapest month to fly	August

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How to find cheap flights to California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport (ACV)

$2,528 is currently the cheapest price for a round-trip flight to California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to ACV, the lowest fare is $1,306.
Stay on top of the best deals by setting up a Price Alert for tickets to ACV. We'll do the monitoring for you, sending updates when fares go down.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find the best price on tickets to Arcata, where California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport is located, if you book ahead. Airlines usually offer some great early bird discounts.
Click on 'Add nearby airports' during your search to increase your chances of securing cheap flights to Arcata. This will give you more options for where to start and end your journey, along with different fares.
If you aren't in a rush to get to Arcata, think about taking a scenic route. You could find cheaper plane tickets to California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport by booking a flight with a stop.

Best time to go to Arcata

May is typically the cheapest month to jump on a flight to Arcata.
To find the month with the cheapest flights to ACV, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you're flexible with your dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they highlight the lowest available fares.
If you'd love to experience Arcata at its busiest, lock in your flights to ACV for May. Holidaying during peak periods generally means more things to do compared to other times of the year.
February is the quietest time of year to visit if you want a more laid-back vibe. You'll generally find cheaper prices on plane tickets to Arcata then.
With averages of between 10ºC and 22ºC, August is when Arcata is at its warmest. Schedule your visit around your weather preferences to make the most of your trip.
Ranging from 3ºC to 15ºC, February is when temperatures are at their lowest.
July often brings more sun than cloud. This is the driest month in Arcata.
March brings the wettest weather. You can expect around 11 days of rainfall if you're heading there then.

Travelling to California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport (ACV): What you need to know

Avoid the layovers and travel to Arcata quickly. Lock in a direct flight to California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport with one of these airlines:
Think about booking your ACV plane ticket with United. It's the leader in on-time performance, with up to 81% of flights into this hub arriving on time.
ACV is in the UTC-8 timezone.
Whether you're arriving late or simply want the convenience of staying close by, you'll find some comfy hotels near California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport. Relax and recharge at one of these after your flight to ACV:
California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport has an on-time performance of 71%. This figure is a snapshot of how reliably flights from ACV complete their journey without delays.

Getting to central Arcata from California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport (ACV)

The distance from ACV to central Arcata is about 11 kilometres.
If you're catching a taxi after your flight to ACV, it'll take around 20 minutes to reach the centre.
Expect the journey to take roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
The right hotel can make your trip even better. Book a room at one of these guest-approved stays in Arcata:

Arcata highlights

These leading attractions have to be on your to-do list after hopping off your flight to Arcata:
- Redwood Park: Located around 0.80 kilometres northeast of the city centre, this landmark is the ideal place to start your sightseeing in the city.
- Humboldt State University Natural History Museum: Take on this landmark next. Around 0.64 kilometres north of the city centre, it's well worth visiting for the full Arcata experience.

How to get to Fortuna from California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport (ACV)

Headed to the nearby city of Fortuna? It's about 56 kilometres from ACV. It'll take you around 40 minutes to drive there.
Allow roughly 1 hour 45 minutes if you travel to Fortuna on public transport.

Travelling from California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport (ACV) to Crescent City

Crescent City is located around 88 kilometres from California Redwood Coast Humboldt County Airport. If that's your destination, the ride by public transport takes about 1 hour 50 minutes.
Reaching it by car takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.

Explore more of the United States

There's a whole lot more of the United States waiting to be explored. Around 306 kilometres southeast of Arcata, head for Santa Rosa. On the must-do list? Start with Safari West Tour, Safari West and Annadel State Park.
Redding is another top destination in the United States and is roughly 153 kilometres east of Arcata. Set your sights on top attractions like Sundial Bridge, Turtle Bay Exploration Park and Sundial Bridge 1.
Let your travels lead you to Chico. Roughly 241 kilometres southeast of Arcata, Bidwell Mansion, Bidwell park and Honey Run Covered Bridge make the trip worthwhile.