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$88+ Cheap flights from Virginia to California

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RIC — LAX
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$168
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$88
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$426

Good round-trip deal

$224 or less

Good one-way deal

$143 or less
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From Virginia to California
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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.
Wed 3/56:03 pmIAD - LAS
1 stop31h 12mFrontier
Wed 3/1211:47 pmLAS - IAD
1 stop12h 32mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$168
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/47:00 amDCA - LAS
1 stop7h 09mFrontier
Wed 3/126:00 amLAS - DCA
1 stop27h 03mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$168
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.
Sat 3/2210:16 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop24h 02mFrontier
Thu 3/276:30 amLAX - RDU
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$177
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/189:34 pmRDU - LAX
2 stops21h 14mSpirit Airlines
Thu 3/204:29 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$178
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.
Tue 3/119:34 pmRDU - LAS
2 stops27h 55mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/187:57 pmLAS - RDU
2 stops35h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$178
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/207:44 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop7h 10mFrontier
Wed 3/2612:59 amLAS - RDU
1 stop14h 55mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$179
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Wed 5/79:37 amRDU - LAX
Nonstop5h 33mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/1310:35 pmLAX - RDU
1 stop9h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$182
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/109:58 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop30h 01mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/1411:00 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop13h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$195
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/78:01 amIAD - LAX
1 stop27h 33mFrontier
Fri 5/304:59 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop20h 24mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$208
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Tue 3/259:00 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/36:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop12h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$209
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Sun 3/237:31 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 54mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/19:25 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$209
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.
Fri 3/211:03 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop14h 22mFrontier
Fri 3/286:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop12h 29mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$210

Find flights from Virginia to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia 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.

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Virginia

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/5

6:03 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop31h 12m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/11

11:24 pm-4:54 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$168

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/31

1:03 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 4/3

12:59 am-12:04 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$169

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 3/22

10:16 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop24h 02m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/27

6:30 am-6:54 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$177

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/18

9:34 pm-3:48 pm

2 stops21h 14m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/20

4:29 pm-10:03 am

1 stop14h 34m

$178

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/11

9:34 pm-10:29 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 3/18

7:57 pm-10:03 am

2 stops35h 06m

$178

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/20

7:44 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/26

12:59 am-6:54 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$179

RaleighLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/7

9:37 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop5h 33m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/13

10:35 pm-10:45 am

1 stop9h 10m

$182

RaleighLas Vegas

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/10

9:58 pm-12:59 am

1 stop30h 01m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 4/14

9:53 pm-4:24 pm

1 stop15h 31m

$195

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/7

8:01 am-8:34 am

1 stop27h 33m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/30

4:59 pm-4:23 pm

1 stop20h 24m

$208

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/23

7:31 am-10:25 am

Nonstop5h 54m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

9:25 am-5:22 pm

Nonstop4h 57m

$209

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Best time to book a flight from Virginia to California

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Travel insights for flights from Virginia to California

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Virginia 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Virginia to California as you normally would.

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.
To help decide which airline to fly from Virginia to California, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Breeze Airways and Alaska Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.

8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Virginia to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Are there environmentally friendly airlines that fly from Virginia to California?

    Consider booking with Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, or American Airlines if you wish to travel from Virginia to California on a plane that promotes environmental welfare. The aforementioned companies have turned to using fuel optimization technologies to reduce their heavy dependency on fuel and carbon emissions. To find ways to reduce their gas consumption, they are employing a performance-based navigation system. Numerous airlines have also changed their aircraft with lighter, quieter, and significantly more advanced engines in an effort to lessen noise pollution.

  • How can one tell if the airline they are taking from Virginia to California is effective and good for the environment?

    Before making travel arrangements with any of the main airlines that provide flights from Virginia to California, such as Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, or American Airlines, find out more about their numerous sustainability programs. One way to determine the carriers' commitment to sustainability is to read their Environmental, Social, and Governance reports. Ground transportation services and airports are subject to separate environmental reviews. It is possible to follow the various airlines' attempts to be environmentally responsible using the IATA's Environmental Assessment for Airports and Ground Service Providers(IEnVA) reports.

  • What environmentally friendly activities can I do while I'm traveling from Virginia to California?

    By only bringing the things you absolutely need, you may fly from Virginia to California with less weight. The lighter weight of the aircraft would result in much lower carbon dioxide emissions. If you want to reduce the carbon emissions generated by each seat, you can as well fly economy.

  • What airports serve Virginia to California flights?

    Several different airports offer flights to California from Virginia. The busiest airport out of Virginia is Richmond International Airport, which is seven miles from the city center. It is the third-busiest airport in the area and offers passenger flights by Allegiant Air, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines and more. When coming into California, there are also a few destinations to choose from. Los Angeles International Airport is one of the most common and is located 18 miles from downtown. The airport had 87 million passengers in 2018 and is a hub for United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta Air Lines.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Virginia to California?

    There are a number of different flights out of Virginia that go directly to California. If you are leaving out of Washington Dulles Airport, there is a direct route to San Francisco International Airport through United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Another popular option is taking Richmond International Airport to Los Angeles, although there is no direct route. Airlines offering stopover flights between the two cities include Spirit Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines. Flights with a single stop are often less expensive for the route than flights that stop two or more times. They are also often shorter flights.

  • What are the stopover options between Virginia to California?

    There are flights available with stopovers between Richmond Airport and San Francisco Airport. The one-stop flights and those with more stops are around the same price in many cases. Some of the locations where the plane may stop on the way include George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. The average flight lasts around 7h 45m from the two cities and most of the tickets are fairly inexpensive. If you are traveling from Richmond Airport to San Jose Airport, there are also stopover options in places like Denver International Airport, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, and Detroit Wayne County Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Virginia to California?

    Flying to California from Virginia does not require a passport or a visa. Both locations are inside of the same country so all you will need to board is a proper form of identification.

  • How popular is this Virginia to California flight route?

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $88. Users have also found prices from $111 and $114 on Spirit Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Virginia 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 Virginia to California?

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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Virginia 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$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$135Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$182Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$209Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$227Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$280Average$550FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

Helpful tips for your next trip to California

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to California. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • When flying from Virginia to California, keep Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in mind if you wish to land in an airport that is eo sustainable. In an effort to lessen its adverse impacts on water consumption use, LAX is set to produce and rely on solar energy.
  • If you want to fly out of an airport that supports environmental measures, think about using Richmond International Airport (RIC) as your point of departure for flights from Virginia to California. As part of its environmental efforts, RIC is committed to getting rid of single-use polymers in its operations.
  • Buses are normally a smart alternative if you want to travel from LAX Airport because they help to reduce the amount of CO2 emitted onto the roads in comparison to private means of transportation.
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