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$225+ Cheap flights from Lake Charles (LCH) to California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LCH — LAX
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Thu 2/27
Thu 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$237
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$225
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

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November

Average price

$576
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Cheapest flights from Lake Charles to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lake Charles to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 22, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/214:12 pmLCH - LAX
1 stop6h 08mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/2611:53 amLAX - LCH
1 stop7h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$237
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/2112:08 pmLCH - LAX
2 stops8h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/262:46 pmLAX - LCH
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$242
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/16:24 pmLCH - LAS
1 stop6h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/71:47 pmLAS - LCH
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/16:24 pmLCH - SFO
1 stop8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/37:05 amSFO - LCH
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$289
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/214:12 pmLCH - LAS
2 stops10h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/2512:02 pmLAS - LCH
2 stops7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/92:20 pmLCH - SFO
1 stop7h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/115:00 amSFO - LCH
1 stop6h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$380
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/97:30 amLCH - SJC
1 stop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/111:11 pmSJC - LCH
1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$485
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/87:45 amLCH - SNA
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/126:45 amSNA - LCH
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/21$489
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/286:23 pmLCH - SJC
1 stop6h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/512:17 pmSJC - LCH
1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/21$491

Find flights from Lake Charles to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Lake Charles to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

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Lake Charles

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California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Lake CharlesLos Angeles

LCH - LAX

LCHLAX

Lake Charles

Fri 3/21

4:12 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop6h 08m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/26

11:53 am-9:36 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$237

Lake CharlesLos Angeles

LCH - LAX

LCHLAX

Lake Charles

Fri 3/21

12:08 pm-6:27 pm

2 stops8h 19m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/27

12:24 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$242

Lake CharlesLas Vegas

LCH - LAS

LCHLAS

Lake Charles

Fri 3/21

6:32 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/25

12:57 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$269

Lake CharlesSan Francisco

LCH - SFO

LCHSFO

Lake Charles

Thu 5/1

6:24 pm-12:30 am

1 stop8h 06m

San Francisco

Fri 5/2

12:47 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 59m

$289

Lake CharlesLas Vegas

LCH - LAS

LCHLAS

Lake Charles

Fri 3/21

4:12 pm-12:16 am

2 stops10h 04m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/25

12:02 pm-9:36 pm

2 stops7h 34m

$359

Lake CharlesSan Francisco

LCH - SFO

LCHSFO

Lake Charles

Fri 5/9

2:20 pm-7:31 pm

1 stop7h 11m

San Francisco

Sun 5/11

5:00 am-1:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$380

Lake CharlesSan Jose

LCH - SJC

LCHSJC

Lake Charles

Fri 5/9

7:30 am-12:03 pm

1 stop6h 33m

San Jose

Sun 5/11

1:11 pm-9:41 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$485

Lake CharlesSanta Ana

LCH - SNA

LCHSNA

Lake Charles

Sat 3/8

7:45 am-1:59 pm

1 stop8h 14m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 3/12

6:45 am-3:26 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$489

Lake CharlesSan Jose

LCH - SJC

LCHSJC

Lake Charles

Sat 6/28

6:23 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop6h 05m

San Jose

Sat 7/5

12:17 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$491

Lake CharlesSan Francisco

LCH - SFO

LCHSFO

Lake Charles

Sat 5/17

6:29 pm-12:23 am

1 stop7h 54m

$225

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Travel insights for flights from Lake Charles to California

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lake Charles to California?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lake Charles to California (average of $246). Flying from Lake Charles to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LCH to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Lake Charles to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 22, 2025.

When flying from Lake Charles to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated February 22, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Lake Charles to California to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,759 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,759 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,759 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,759 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lake Charles to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lake Charles to California?

    Located just 6.1 mi from the city center, Lake Charles (LCH) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Lake Charles.

  • What are the most popular routes from Lake Charles to California?

    While some choose either Lake Charles - Los Angeles or Lake Charles - San Francisco, Lake Charles - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl is the most popular route from Lake Charles to California.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lake Charles to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lake Charles to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lake Charles to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lake Charles to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lake Charles to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lake Charles to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Lake Charles to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lake Charles to California (average of $246). Flying from Lake Charles to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Lake Charles to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Lake Charles to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$274Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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