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$64+ Cheap flights from Maryland to California

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BWI — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$127
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One-way from

$64
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$327

Good round-trip deal

$367 or less

Good one-way deal

$187 or less
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/256:00 amBWI - LAS
Nonstop5h 22mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/19:59 pmLAS - BWI
Nonstop4h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$127
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:12 pmBWI - LAS
1 stop8h 47mFrontier
Tue 5/1311:51 pmLAS - BWI
1 stop12h 14mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$130
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/227:35 amPHL - LAS
Nonstop5h 53mFrontier
Fri 3/2811:00 pmLAS - PHL
Nonstop4h 39mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$130
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/2611:08 amPHL - LAS
3 stops22h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/110:23 pmLAS - PHL
Nonstop4h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/19$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/114:22 pmBWI - LAS
1 stop8h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/249:59 pmLAS - BWI
Nonstop4h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/97:40 pmPHL - LAS
Nonstop5h 49mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/127:28 pmLAS - PHL
1 stop6h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/2610:42 amBWI - LAX
1 stop8h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/318:18 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop10h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$135
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Tue 5/65:55 amBWI - LAX
1 stop8h 32mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/81:58 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop7h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$136
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/237:40 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop23h 10mSpirit Airlines
Sat 3/291:24 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop13h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$148
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/304:11 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop8h 24mFrontier
Sat 5/1010:35 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop8h 23mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/17:34 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop15h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/2911:40 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop7h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$151
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Wed 6/45:35 pmPHL - LAX
Nonstop5h 45mFrontier
Mon 6/910:35 pmLAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 23mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$158

Find flights from Maryland to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Maryland 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 20, 2025.

Fly from

Maryland

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreLas Vegas

BWI - LAS

BWILAS

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 3/25

6:00 am-8:22 am

Nonstop5h 22m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/1

9:59 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop4h 26m

$127

BaltimoreLas Vegas

BWI - LAS

BWILAS

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/5

6:12 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/14

11:20 pm-9:58 am

1 stop7h 38m

$130

PhiladelphiaLas Vegas

PHL - LAS

PHLLAS

Philadelphia

Sat 3/22

7:35 am-10:28 am

Nonstop5h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 3/28

11:00 pm-6:39 am

Nonstop4h 39m

$130

PhiladelphiaLas Vegas

PHL - LAS

PHLLAS

Philadelphia

Wed 3/26

11:08 am-7:01 am

3 stops22h 53m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 4/1

10:23 pm-6:05 am

Nonstop4h 42m

$131

BaltimoreLas Vegas

BWI - LAS

BWILAS

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 3/11

4:22 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop8h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 3/24

9:59 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop4h 26m

$132

PhiladelphiaLas Vegas

PHL - LAS

PHLLAS

Philadelphia

Sun 3/9

7:40 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/12

7:28 pm-5:15 am

1 stop6h 47m

$134

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 3/26

10:42 am-3:48 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Los Angeles

Mon 3/31

8:18 pm-9:35 am

1 stop10h 17m

$135

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 5/6

5:55 am-11:27 am

1 stop8h 32m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

1:58 pm-12:34 am

1 stop7h 36m

$136

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Thu 3/20

7:40 pm-11:46 am

1 stop19h 06m

Los Angeles

Fri 4/4

12:10 pm-6:05 am

1 stop14h 55m

$148

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/30

4:11 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Los Angeles

Sat 5/10

10:35 pm-9:58 am

1 stop8h 23m

$150

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Travel insights for flights from Maryland to California

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Maryland to California including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to California (average of $246). Flying from Maryland 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 MD to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Maryland 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 20, 2025.

When flying from Maryland 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.

Weekly flight availability from Maryland to California

Explore weekly flight availability from Maryland to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

The most flights from USMD to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Maryland to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,692 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,317 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,070 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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  • How popular is this Maryland to California flight route?

    Flights from Maryland to California have been viewed 218 times in the past calendar month.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Maryland to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $64. Users have also found prices from $66 and $114 on Spirit Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to California (average of $246). Flying from Maryland 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 8 airlines flying from Maryland to California

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Maryland 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 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$186Average$447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$198Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$298Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$306Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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