Chico

$84+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chico, CA

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 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — SMF
Apr 30 — May 71
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Chico are usually found in August or January, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Chico

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Washington, D.C. to Chico flight deals. Data was last updated April 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$162
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$84
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$432
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Sacramento Intl flight deals.
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From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chico
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Chico
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($19 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Chico
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Chico. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 25, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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.
Fri 5/307:17 amBWI - SMF
1 stop9h 27mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/17:37 pmSMF - BWI
1 stop7h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/25$162
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/275:00 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop9h 37mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/288:27 amSMF - DCA
1 stop10h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$280
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/61:00 pmIAD - SMF
2 stops13h 19mDelta
Mon 6/911:15 pmSMF - IAD
1 stop9h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/25$282
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/85:15 pmDCA - SMF
2 stops9h 19mDelta
Tue 7/1512:25 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 4/25$282
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/245:14 pmIAD - SMF
1 stop8h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/315:00 pmSMF - IAD
1 stop11h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/25$289
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/237:25 amIAD - SMF
1 stop13h 07mFrontier
Sun 5/257:02 pmSMF - IAD
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Deal found 4/25$290
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/97:45 amIAD - SMF
1 stop7h 43mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/146:00 amSMF - IAD
1 stop7h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/25$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Tue 5/275:55 pmIAD - SMF
Nonstop5h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/47:35 pmSMF - IAD
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 5/245:59 amDCA - SMF
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/317:57 amSMF - DCA
1 stop7h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$309
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/24. 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.
Tue 6/104:45 pmDCA - SMF
2 stops10h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/1611:59 pmSMF - DCA
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$314
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/275:00 pmDCA - SMF
1 stop9h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 6/410:34 amSMF - DCA
1 stop7h 31mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/25$316
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Thu 6/56:30 amIAD - SMF
1 stop8h 32mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 6/96:00 amSMF - IAD
1 stop9h 25mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/25$328

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Chico that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Chico

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreSacramento

BWI - SMF

BWISMF

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/30

7:17 am-1:44 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 6/1

7:37 pm-6:10 am

1 stop7h 33m

$162

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/27

5:00 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop9h 37m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/28

8:27 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$280

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/6

1:00 pm-11:19 pm

2 stops13h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/9

11:15 pm-11:33 am

1 stop9h 18m

$282

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/8

5:15 pm-11:34 pm

2 stops9h 19m

Sacramento Intl

Tue 7/15

12:25 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$282

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 5/24

5:14 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/31

5:00 pm-7:36 am

1 stop11h 36m

$289

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/23

7:25 am-5:32 pm

1 stop13h 07m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 5/25

7:02 pm-5:55 am

1 stop7h 53m

$290

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/9

7:45 am-12:28 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 5/14

6:00 am-4:38 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$298

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

IAD - SMF

IADSMF

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/27

5:55 pm-8:39 pm

Nonstop5h 44m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 6/4

7:35 pm-6:39 am

1 stop8h 04m

$299

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/24

5:59 am-10:33 am

1 stop7h 34m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 5/31

7:57 am-6:51 pm

1 stop7h 54m

$309

Washington, D.C.Sacramento

DCA - SMF

DCASMF

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/10

4:45 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 14m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 6/16

11:59 pm-9:57 am

1 stop6h 58m

$314

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Chico

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 April 25, 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 81 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 $433). 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 April 25, 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. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Chico

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Chico. 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 April 25, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to CH1 are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

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 April 25, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest 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.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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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 $84 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $138 and Delta from $139 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 $273. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Sacramento Intl) can be booked for $219 on average our data indicates $748 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 $433). 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 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Chico

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$156Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$267Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$300Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$368Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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