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$62+ 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — LAX
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Maryland to California
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Tue 4/146:05 am
BWI
-
LAX
1 stop9h 31m
Frontier
Thu 4/301:51 pm
LAX
-
BWI
1 stop7h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 1/28$215
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Wed 2/1812:30 pm
BWI
-
LAX
2 stops22h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/257:18 pm
LAX
-
BWI
1 stop12h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/26$216
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/37:10 am
BWI
-
LAX
1 stop8h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 2/106:52 pm
LAX
-
BWI
1 stop12h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$217
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/56:00 am
BWI
-
LAX
1 stop10h 00m
Frontier
Mon 3/97:00 am
LAX
-
BWI
1 stop7h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 1/29$218
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 4/234:25 pm
BWI
-
LAX
1 stop8h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/411:51 pm
LAX
-
BWI
1 stop14h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/29$219
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/2612:30 pm
BWI
-
LAX
1 stop14h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 3/57:18 pm
LAX
-
BWI
1 stop12h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/2812:30 pm
BWI
-
LAX
1 stop14h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 3/61:05 am
LAX
-
BWI
2 stops11h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$221
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/26:00 am
BWI
-
LAX
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Sat 2/712:46 pm
LAX
-
BWI
1 stop8h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$222
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/196:05 am
BWI
-
LAX
1 stop9h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/237:01 pm
LAX
-
BWI
1 stop11h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$223
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/116:05 am
BWI
-
LAX
1 stop9h 55m
Frontier
Mon 3/1610:43 pm
LAX
-
BWI
1 stop13h 45m
Frontier
Deal found 1/27$224
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2310:06 am
BWI
-
LAX
2 stops24h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/37:18 pm
LAX
-
BWI
1 stop12h 09m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$225
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 2/277:57 pm
BWI
-
LAX
1 stop25h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 3/111:59 pm
LAX
-
BWI
1 stop30h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$226

Find flight deals from Maryland to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Maryland to California flight deals. Data was last updated January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$215
(Frontier)

One-way from

$62
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$369

Good round-trip deal

$317 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Maryland to California that are best for you.

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Maryland

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

IAD - SFO

IADSFO

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 3/14

7:00 am-2:04 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

2:20 pm-12:27 am

1 stop7h 07m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/11

6:59 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop6h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

9:20 am-5:41 pm

Nonstop5h 21m

$257

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/20

7:00 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/21

5:45 am-3:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$257

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 2/26

10:05 pm-1:09 am

Nonstop6h 04m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

8:40 am-4:24 pm

Nonstop4h 44m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 3/14

4:40 pm-12:06 am

1 stop10h 26m

San Francisco

Wed 3/18

10:40 pm-8:43 am

1 stop7h 03m

$257

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/13

5:30 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/19

12:20 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/25

4:40 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop10h 17m

San Francisco

Tue 3/31

10:40 pm-8:43 am

1 stop7h 03m

$257

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 2/20

5:10 am-9:50 am

1 stop7h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/23

6:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$257

Washington, D.C.San Francisco

DCA - SFO

DCASFO

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/10

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop7h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

12:06 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$257

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/24

9:59 am-1:03 pm

Nonstop6h 04m

Los Angeles

Wed 2/25

7:45 am-9:59 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$267

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Best time to book a flight from Maryland to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Maryland to California

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to California (average of $77). Flying from Maryland to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 January 29, 2026.

When flying from Maryland to California, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 25% versus a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Maryland to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Maryland to California. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Maryland to California flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon 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.

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 January 29, 2026.

The most flights from USMD to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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 January 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United 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
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,128 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,214 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,393 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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.

  • How popular is this Maryland to California flight route?

    Flights from Maryland to California have been viewed 123 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Maryland to California?

    For as low as $257, Delta can have you in California from Maryland in 6h 20m. There are 2435 mi between Maryland and California. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $52. Users have also found prices from $67 and $89 on Frontier and Southwest, respectively.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to California (average of $77). Flying from Maryland to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $150). 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$79Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$105Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$127Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$140Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$166Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$171Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$178Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$211Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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