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$269+ Cheap flights from Lake Charles (LCH) to California

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LCH — LAX
oct. 11 — oct. 181
sáb. 10/11
sáb. 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$269
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$368
From Lake Charles to California
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($46 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Lake Charles to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Lake Charles to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on septiembre 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mar. 12/24:15 pmLCH - LAS
1 stop7h 24mUnited Airlines
sáb. 12/66:00 amLAS - LCH
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
vie. 12/126:23 pmLCH - LAS
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/1512:00 pmLAS - LCH
2 stops8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
jue. 12/44:15 pmLCH - LAS
2 stops10h 30mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/812:07 pmLAS - LCH
1 stop7h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$285
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mié. 10/12:15 pmLCH - SFO
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
sáb. 10/45:00 amSFO - LCH
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
mié. 10/16:15 pmLCH - SFO
1 stop7h 12mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/46:45 amSFO - LCH
2 stops9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
jue. 9/252:15 pmLCH - SFO
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
jue. 10/27:12 amSFO - LCH
1 stop8h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
vie. 9/266:06 pmLCH - LAX
1 stop5h 23mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/3011:54 amLAX - LCH
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
jue. 9/256:14 pmLCH - SFO
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
jue. 10/210:15 amSFO - LCH
2 stops10h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
vie. 9/2612:03 pmLCH - LAX
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
mar. 9/301:20 pmLAX - LCH
2 stops7h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
mar. 12/26:41 pmLCH - LAS
1 stop5h 30mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 12/612:00 pmLAS - LCH
2 stops8h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
vie. 9/266:06 pmLCH - LAS
2 stops8h 09mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/3010:46 amLAS - LCH
2 stops8h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
jue. 9/252:15 pmLCH - SFO
1 stop6h 40mUnited Airlines
lun. 9/295:00 amSFO - LCH
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$339

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lake Charles to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Lake Charles

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Lake CharlesLas Vegas

LCH - LAS

LCHLAS

Lake Charles

jue. 12/4

4:15 pm-9:39 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

lun. 12/8

2:04 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop5h 18m

$269

Lake CharlesLas Vegas

LCH - LAS

LCHLAS

Lake Charles

sáb. 2/14

6:16 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mié. 2/18

5:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop4h 32m

$269

Lake CharlesLas Vegas

LCH - LAS

LCHLAS

Lake Charles

vie. 1/23

4:12 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop6h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

sáb. 1/24

2:05 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$282

Lake CharlesSan Francisco

LCH - SFO

LCHSFO

Lake Charles

jue. 9/25

2:15 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

San Francisco

jue. 10/2

7:12 am-5:28 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$314

Lake CharlesLos Angeles

LCH - LAX

LCHLAX

Lake Charles

vie. 9/26

6:06 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop5h 23m

Los Angeles

mar. 9/30

11:54 am-9:26 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$319

Lake CharlesLos Angeles

LCH - LAX

LCHLAX

Lake Charles

vie. 9/26

12:03 pm-5:29 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Los Angeles

mar. 9/30

1:20 pm-10:48 pm

2 stops7h 28m

$324

Lake CharlesLos Angeles

LCH - LAX

LCHLAX

Lake Charles

vie. 10/17

12:14 pm-6:15 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Los Angeles

lun. 10/20

2:04 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$324

Lake CharlesSan Francisco

LCH - SFO

LCHSFO

Lake Charles

vie. 9/26

6:06 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 51m

San Francisco

mar. 9/30

5:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$339

Lake CharlesSan Francisco

LCH - SFO

LCHSFO

Lake Charles

jue. 9/25

2:15 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

San Francisco

lun. 9/29

5:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$339

Lake CharlesLas Vegas

LCH - LAS

LCHLAS

Lake Charles

sáb. 11/8

2:15 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

mar. 11/11

6:00 am-1:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

$349

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/10

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Lake Charles to California

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lake Charles to California (average of $246). Flying from Lake Charles to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 LCH to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Lake Charles 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 septiembre 11, 2025.

When flying from Lake Charles 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Lake Charles to California?

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 septiembre 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Lake Charles to California 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,937 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lake Charles to California?

    Located just 6.1 mi from the city center, Lake Charles (LCH) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to California from Lake Charles.

  • How long is the flight from Lake Charles to California?

    Airlines like United Airlines and American Airlines fly from Lake Charles to California in about 7h 19m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1330 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Lake Charles to California?

    While some choose either Lake Charles - San Francisco or Lake Charles - Los Angeles, Lake Charles - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl is the most popular route from Lake Charles to California.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Lake Charles to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lake Charles 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 Lake Charles to California?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lake Charles to California (average of $246). Flying from Lake Charles to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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 2 airlines flying from Lake Charles to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Lake Charles 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 septiembre 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$236Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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