Chico

$47+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chico, CA

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WAS — SMF
Feb 4 — Feb 111
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Chico are usually found in August or July, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chico (CH1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$146
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One-way from

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Average price

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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chico
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Wed 2/2610:28 amBWI - SMF
1 stop7h 54mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/34:20 pmSMF - BWI
1 stop9h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$146
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Sat 2/156:27 pmBWI - SMF
2 stops27h 19mFrontier
Thu 2/207:46 pmSMF - BWI
2 stops16h 35mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$224
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Fri 2/215:18 pmIAD - SMF
1 stop8h 28mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/246:37 pmSMF - IAD
1 stop7h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/30$269
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Thu 4/241:00 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop24h 58mFrontier
Sun 4/2711:58 amSMF - DCA
1 stop21h 11mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$270
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Wed 2/263:05 pmIAD - SMF
1 stop8h 58mDelta
Wed 3/57:05 amSMF - IAD
1 stop7h 31mDelta
Deal found 1/29$277
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Wed 2/266:00 amDCA - SMF
1 stop8h 21mDelta
Wed 3/56:15 amSMF - DCA
1 stop8h 49mDelta
Deal found 1/29$277
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Wed 2/192:59 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop11h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/2410:15 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop8h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$281
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Tue 2/255:55 pmIAD - SMF
Nonstop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/45:12 amSMF - IAD
1 stop7h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/30$299
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Tue 4/15:50 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Tue 4/156:15 amSMF - DCA
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$304
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Fri 3/76:18 amIAD - SMF
1 stop10h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sun 3/911:59 pmSMF - IAD
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$309
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Wed 2/198:00 amDCA - SMF
1 stop16h 00mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/253:08 pmSMF - DCA
2 stops22h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/30$337
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Wed 5/148:00 amDCA - SMF
1 stop13h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/1911:56 amSMF - DCA
1 stop7h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$344

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Chico within your budget

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BaltimoreSacramento

BWI - SMF

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Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/26

10:28 am-6:38 pm

1 stop11h 10m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 3/3

4:20 pm-5:18 am

1 stop9h 58m

$146

BaltimoreSacramento

BWI - SMF

BWISMF

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 2/15

6:27 pm-6:46 pm

2 stops27h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Thu 2/20

7:46 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops16h 35m

$224

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/20

7:00 am-6:56 pm

2 stops14h 56m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/26

12:46 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$264

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/21

5:18 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/24

6:37 pm-5:32 am

1 stop7h 55m

$269

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/20

6:00 am-11:21 am

1 stop8h 21m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/26

7:05 am-5:16 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$277

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/20

1:59 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop11h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/26

7:05 am-7:38 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$277

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/19

2:59 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop11h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/24

10:15 pm-9:40 am

1 stop8h 25m

$281

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/25

5:55 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/4

5:12 am-3:33 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$299

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/1

5:50 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 4/15

6:15 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$304

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/7

6:18 am-1:36 pm

1 stop10h 18m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 3/9

11:59 pm-10:57 am

1 stop7h 58m

$309

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Chico

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chico?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Chico. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chico, you should look to book at least 60 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chico?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chico (average of $284). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Chico in June is currently the most expensive (average of $451). 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 WAS to CH1?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Chico. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Washington, D.C. to Chico as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chico?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Chico. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Chico flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Chico by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chico ranges from 0.0 - 3.6 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Chico when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Chico by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chico, 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 75.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 46.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chico

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chico. 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 Chico. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Washington, D.C. to Chico to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Chico one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $47 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $79 and Delta from $141 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Chico?

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Chico?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $204. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Sacramento Intl) can be booked for $277 on average our data indicates $394 when flying from Washington, D.C. to Chico.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chico?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Chico (average of $284). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Chico in June is currently the most expensive (average of $451). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$242Average$634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$303Average$562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$303Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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