California

$125+ 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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — LAX
Jul 14 — Jul 211
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Cheap flight deals from Maryland to California

Cheapest flights from Maryland to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Maryland to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 14, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/14:44 pm
BWI
-
LAS
1 stop8h 14m
Frontier
Wed 8/129:42 pm
LAS
-
BWI
1 stop8h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 6/11$248
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/14:44 pm
BWI
-
LAS
1 stop8h 14m
Frontier
Fri 8/711:59 pm
LAS
-
BWI
1 stop11h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/114:44 pm
BWI
-
LAS
1 stop8h 14m
Frontier
Fri 8/2110:12 pm
LAS
-
BWI
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 6/11$250
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/104:44 pm
BWI
-
LAS
1 stop8h 14m
Frontier
Fri 8/2110:12 pm
LAS
-
BWI
1 stop7h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 6/11$251
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/86:15 pm
BWI
-
LAS
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Thu 8/132:10 pm
LAS
-
BWI
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 6/14$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Tue 8/46:35 am
BWI
-
LAS
1 stop8h 54m
Frontier
Tue 8/116:40 am
LAS
-
BWI
1 stop8h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 6/12$253
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 7/153:46 pm
BWI
-
LAS
1 stop7h 25m
American Airlines
Fri 7/1712:59 am
LAS
-
BWI
1 stop7h 09m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/11$254
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/69:37 pm
BWI
-
LAS
2 stops26h 06m
Frontier
Mon 8/1010:29 pm
LAS
-
BWI
1 stop17h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10$255
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/144:44 pm
BWI
-
LAS
1 stop8h 14m
Frontier
Wed 7/227:00 am
LAS
-
BWI
1 stop10h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 6/12$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/74:56 pm
BWI
-
LAS
1 stop7h 17m
Delta
Tue 8/1111:47 am
LAS
-
BWI
1 stop6h 42m
Delta
Deal found 6/10$257
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/84:29 pm
BWI
-
LAS
1 stop9h 01m
Frontier
Wed 9/167:00 am
LAS
-
BWI
1 stop8h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 6/10$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3012:33 pm
BWI
-
LAS
1 stop8h 18m
Delta
Wed 8/59:59 am
LAS
-
BWI
1 stop8h 29m
Delta
Deal found 6/9$259

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 June 14, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$248
(Frontier)

One-way from

$125
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$477

Good round-trip deal

$393 or less

Good one-way deal

$207 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Los Angeles flight deals.
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From Maryland to California
One-way flight from Maryland to California
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($39 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 June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Maryland to California.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Maryland to California.

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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 June 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Maryland to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BaltimoreLas Vegas

BWI - LAS

BWILAS

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 7/4

7:55 am-1:15 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 7/6

8:50 am-6:25 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$259

BaltimoreLas Vegas

BWI - LAS

BWILAS

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 7/12

6:20 am-10:31 am

1 stop7h 11m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/16

7:55 pm-6:00 am

1 stop7h 05m

$259

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/5

9:30 am-11:59 am

Nonstop5h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 9/12

11:50 am-8:00 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$267
Quickest round-trip

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 7/11

8:10 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/31

11:57 pm-7:30 am

Nonstop4h 33m

$289

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 7/14

8:10 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop5h 09m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/31

11:57 pm-7:30 am

Nonstop4h 33m

$289

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

DCA - LAS

DCALAS

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/14

3:40 pm-8:45 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 7/21

11:50 am-10:55 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$298

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/26

5:00 pm-12:41 am

1 stop10h 41m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/1

5:00 pm-6:20 am

1 stop10h 20m

$299

Washington, D.C.Las Vegas

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/11

6:00 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 9/15

10:50 am-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$299

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/18

9:59 am-12:27 pm

Nonstop5h 28m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/15

11:50 am-8:00 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$302

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 8/12

8:25 am-2:35 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/18

6:45 am-6:15 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$306

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to California (average of $373). Flying from Maryland to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $684). 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 June 14, 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 in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight in the morning.

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 June 14, 2026.

The most flights from USMD to USCA are scheduled on a Friday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Maryland to California?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Maryland to California, you should look to book at least 45 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 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 June 8, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Maryland to California flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 June 14, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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.

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Walter,May 2026

LAS - BUR

Short but excellent flight. Everyone was friendly and professional it was a great flight!

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?

  • How long is the flight from Maryland to California?

    For as low as $267, Southwest can have you in California from Maryland in 5h 29m. There are 2304 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 Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $83. Users have also found prices from $89 and $93 on Southwest and American Airlines, 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Maryland to California (average of $373). Flying from Maryland to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $684). 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 Maryland to California

Discover the top 8 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 June 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$106Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$127Average$419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$146Average$424FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$162Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$165Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$217Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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