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$42+ Cheap flights from Maryland 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 12/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — LAX
Nov 9 — Nov 161
1 adult
Sat 11/9
Sat 11/16
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Tue 12/319:20 pmPHL - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/75:40 amLAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$115
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/177:30 amPHL - LAX
1 stop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/285:40 amLAX - PHL
Nonstop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Mon 11/257:25 amPHL - LAS
Nonstop5h 42mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/411:55 pmLAS - PHL
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 11/192:05 pmPHL - LAS
1 stop9h 47mFrontier
Wed 11/2011:00 pmLAS - PHL
1 stop9h 06mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$130
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Mon 11/257:25 amPHL - LAS
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/35:10 amLAS - PHL
3 stops25h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/4$135
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/192:05 pmPHL - LAX
1 stop10h 36mFrontier
Sat 12/76:40 pmLAX - PHL
1 stop23h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$142
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Mon 12/236:55 pmPHL - LAS
Nonstop5h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/306:01 amLAS - PHL
Nonstop4h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/3$159
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/412:45 pmBWI - LAS
1 stop10h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/93:29 pmLAS - BWI
Nonstop4h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$167
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sun 11/179:58 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop12h 31mFrontier
Wed 11/2010:31 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop13h 48mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$168
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sun 11/1711:57 amBWI - LAS
1 stop13h 38mFrontier
Sat 11/2310:47 pmLAS - BWI
1 stop9h 10mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$168
This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1010:32 amBWI - LAX
1 stop9h 55mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/1610:26 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop4h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/3$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Thu 11/284:09 pmBWI - LAS
1 stop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/311:14 amLAS - BWI
1 stop10h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/4$170

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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.

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PhiladelphiaLas Vegas

PHL - LAS

PHLLAS

Philadelphia

Wed 12/18

7:15 am-10:16 am

Nonstop6h 01m

$65

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Thu 12/12

8:27 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

$71

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Tue 12/10

9:00 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop5h 59m

$80

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/1

6:00 pm-8:55 pm

Nonstop5h 55m

$99

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 12/10

9:20 am-12:28 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

$109

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/30

7:00 pm-12:58 am

1 stop8h 58m

$122

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 11/22

7:00 am-10:50 pm

2 stops42h 50m

$128

PhiladelphiaLas Vegas

PHL - LAS

PHLLAS

Philadelphia

Wed 1/1

6:05 am-11:19 am

1 stop8h 14m

$128

PhiladelphiaLos Angeles

PHL - LAX

PHLLAX

Philadelphia

Tue 12/17

7:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$66

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/28

12:20 pm-4:49 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$140

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Best time to book a flight from Maryland to California

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to California (average of $240). Flying from Maryland to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 November 4, 2024.

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 November 4, 2024.

The most flights from USMD to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 November 4, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines 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
5,089 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Porter Airlines
7.7
Good
293 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,493 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

  • Can I find flights from Maryland to California for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Maryland to California for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $97, but on average you can expect to pay $141.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Maryland to California for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Maryland to California under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Maryland to California is less than $238.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Maryland to California for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Maryland to California within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • How popular is this Maryland to California flight route?

    Flights from Maryland to California have been viewed 269 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 $42. Users have also found prices from $58 and $80 on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What does BWI to LAX mean?

    BWI and LAX are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. BWI to LAX refers to a flight route from Baltimore/Washington Airport to Los Angeles Airport. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Sacramento Intl Airport (SMF).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Maryland to California that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Maryland to California flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Maryland to California with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Maryland to California flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Maryland to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Maryland 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Maryland to California that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Maryland to California offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Maryland to California?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Maryland to California flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Maryland to California flight deals updated?

    The Maryland to California flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 11/4.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to California (average of $240). Flying from Maryland to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). 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 9 airlines flying from Maryland to California

Discover the top 9 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 2,455,398 searches. Data last updated November 4, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$84Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$133Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
JetBlueCheapest$139Average$360FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$166Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$204Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$287Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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