$67+ Cheap flights from Virginia to California

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RIC — LAX
Jul 31 — Aug 71

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How far in advance should I book a flight from Virginia to California?

Users have found that booking a flight from Virginia to California at least 41 days early can save you up to 120% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 41 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Virginia to California for as little as $349 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $735 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Virginia to California?

Flights from Virginia to California lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Virginia to California in January, with the cheapest ticket starting at $226.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from VA to CA?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Virginia to California as you normally would.

Cheap Virginia to California flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Virginia to California specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Prices were last updated on July 26, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to California in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
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Sun 8/187:00 amDCA - SAN
1 stop28h 07mFrontier
Tue 8/2710:18 amSAN - DCA
1 stop28h 51mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$121
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Sun 8/186:10 amIAD - SAN
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Tue 8/271:38 pmSAN - IAD
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/25$125
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Sun 8/187:15 amIAD - SAN
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Tue 8/276:55 amSAN - IAD
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Deal found 7/25$130
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Thu 8/226:59 pmDCA - SAN
1 stop16h 08mFrontier
Wed 8/2812:33 pmSAN - DCA
1 stop20h 36mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$134
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Mon 8/197:00 amDCA - SAN
1 stop27h 42mFrontier
Tue 8/2710:18 amSAN - DCA
1 stop22h 51mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$139
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Thu 8/224:16 pmIAD - SAN
Nonstop5h 26mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/288:50 amSAN - IAD
Nonstop5h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/25$142
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Thu 8/156:59 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop15h 28mFrontier
Wed 8/214:26 pmLAX - DCA
1 stop16h 43mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$143
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Mon 8/194:16 pmIAD - SAN
Nonstop5h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/278:50 amSAN - IAD
Nonstop5h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26$143
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/196:59 pmDCA - SAN
1 stop27h 26mFrontier
Tue 8/2710:18 amSAN - DCA
1 stop28h 51mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$144

Virginia to California 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Virginia and California in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to California in 2024 at this time. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
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Sun 8/187:00 amDCA - SAN
1 stop28h 07mFrontier
Tue 8/2710:18 amSAN - DCA
1 stop28h 51mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$121
This Lucky2Go deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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 Lucky2Go is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/107:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop20h 18mFrontier
Tue 9/176:00 amSFO - DCA
1 stop27h 09mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$123
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Sun 8/186:10 amIAD - SAN
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Tue 8/271:38 pmSAN - IAD
1 stop7h 12mDelta
Deal found 7/25$125
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Sun 8/187:15 amIAD - SAN
1 stop7h 53mDelta
Tue 8/276:55 amSAN - IAD
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Deal found 7/25$130
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Thu 8/226:59 pmDCA - SAN
1 stop16h 08mFrontier
Wed 8/2812:33 pmSAN - DCA
1 stop20h 36mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$134
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Mon 8/197:00 amDCA - SAN
1 stop27h 42mFrontier
Tue 8/2710:18 amSAN - DCA
1 stop22h 51mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$139
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Thu 8/224:16 pmIAD - SAN
Nonstop5h 26mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/288:50 amSAN - IAD
Nonstop5h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/25$142
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Thu 8/156:59 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop15h 28mFrontier
Wed 8/214:26 pmLAX - DCA
1 stop16h 43mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$143
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Mon 8/194:16 pmIAD - SAN
Nonstop5h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/278:50 amSAN - IAD
Nonstop5h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/26$143

Virginia to California flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Virginia to California for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Virginia to California. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
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Mon 8/511:15 amRDU - LAS
1 stop15h 20mFrontier
Sat 8/105:45 amLAS - RDU
1 stop13h 22mFrontier
Deal found 7/26$192
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Thu 8/87:00 amDCA - LAS
1 stop16h 09mFrontier
Tue 8/136:00 amLAS - DCA
1 stop27h 09mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$229
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Fri 8/912:59 pmDCA - LAS
1 stop14h 05mFrontier
Wed 8/1412:59 amLAS - DCA
1 stop17h 59mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$246
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Fri 8/912:59 pmDCA - LAS
1 stop7h 41mFrontier
Fri 8/1612:59 amLAS - DCA
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$247
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Fri 8/912:59 pmDCA - LAS
1 stop14h 05mFrontier
Tue 8/136:00 amLAS - DCA
1 stop27h 09mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$248
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Sat 8/310:57 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop13h 42mFrontier
Tue 8/611:11 pmLAS - RDU
1 stop13h 47mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$251
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Fri 8/912:59 pmDCA - LAS
1 stop7h 41mFrontier
Tue 8/209:03 amLAS - DCA
1 stop9h 55mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$253
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Tue 8/67:00 amDCA - LAS
1 stop19h 54mFrontier
Tue 8/136:00 amLAS - DCA
1 stop27h 09mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$255
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Fri 8/97:00 amDCA - LAS
1 stop20h 04mFrontier
Tue 8/139:03 amLAS - DCA
1 stop24h 06mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$257

One-way flights to California from Virginia

Search for one-way flight options from Virginia to California. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from Virginia to California can select one of these great deals. Users can also find round-trip Virginia to California flights by using the search form above.
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Tue 8/279:20 amRDU - LAS
1 stop18h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/24$67
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Tue 9/2412:59 pmDCA - LAS
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Deal found 7/26$67
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Tue 9/2412:59 pmDCA - LAS
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$68
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Sun 9/14:38 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop10h 23mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$75
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Sat 9/147:00 amDCA - SFO
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$79
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Wed 8/289:20 amRDU - LAS
2 stops12h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/26$79
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Sun 8/254:38 pmRDU - LAS
1 stop10h 23mFrontier
Deal found 7/26$81
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Mon 9/233:38 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop8h 58mFrontier
Deal found 7/24$82
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Wed 9/256:59 pmDCA - SFO
1 stop8h 19mFrontier
Deal found 7/25$82

Find flights from Virginia to California within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Virginia 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalSan Diego

DCA - SAN

DCASAN

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/18

1 stop28h 07m

San Diego

Tue 8/27

1 stop28h 51m

$121

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/18

1 stop7h 11m

San Diego

Tue 8/27

1 stop7h 12m

$125

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlSan Diego

IAD - SAN

IADSAN

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/22

Nonstop5h 26m

San Diego

Wed 8/28

Nonstop5h 02m

$142

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

IAD - LAS

IADLAS

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/18

2 stops10h 40m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 8/24

2 stops11h 05m

$154

Raleigh-DurhamLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

RDU - LAS

RDULAS

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 8/21

2 stops12h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 8/27

2 stops20h 57m

$165

Raleigh-DurhamLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 9/13

1 stop12h 48m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/15

1 stop21h 22m

$173

Raleigh-DurhamLos Angeles

RDU - LAX

RDULAX

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/24

Nonstop5h 25m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/28

Nonstop5h 01m

$198

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlLos Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/24

1 stop10h 16m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/1

Nonstop4h 54m

$199

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalLos Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/18

1 stop19h 32m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/27

2 stops13h 24m

$208

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Best time to book a flight from Virginia to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Virginia with our price prediction graph.
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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 July 26, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Virginia to California, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, JetBlue and Breeze Airways. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Breeze Airways
8.1
Very good
85 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.1
Very good
9,365 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.0
Very good
9,630 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.6
Good
3,996 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,641 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Virginia to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Virginia to California flights?

    Several different airports offer flights to California from Virginia. The busiest airport out of Virginia is Richmond International Airport, which is seven miles from the city center. It is the third-busiest airport in the area and offers passenger flights by Allegiant Air, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines and more. When coming into California, there are also a few destinations to choose from. Los Angeles International Airport is one of the most common and is located 18 miles from downtown. The airport had 87 million passengers in 2018 and is a hub for United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta Air Lines.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Virginia to California?

    There are a number of different flights out of Virginia that go directly to California. If you are leaving out of Washington Dulles Airport, there is a direct route to San Francisco International Airport through United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Another popular option is taking Richmond International Airport to Los Angeles, although there is no direct route. Airlines offering stopover flights between the two cities include Spirit Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and American Airlines. Flights with a single stop are often less expensive for the route than flights that stop two or more times. They are also often shorter flights.

  • What are the stopover options between Virginia to California?

    There are flights available with stopovers between Richmond Airport and San Francisco Airport. The one-stop flights and those with more stops are around the same price in many cases. Some of the locations where the plane may stop on the way include George Bush Intercontinental Airport, Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport, and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. The average flight lasts around 7h 45m from the two cities and most of the tickets are fairly inexpensive. If you are traveling from Richmond Airport to San Jose Airport, there are also stopover options in places like Denver International Airport, Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, and Detroit Wayne County Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Virginia to California?

    Flying to California from Virginia does not require a passport or a visa. Both locations are inside of the same country so all you will need to board is a proper form of identification.

  • Are there environmentally friendly airlines that fly from Virginia to California?

    Consider booking with Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, or American Airlines if you wish to travel from Virginia to California on a plane that promotes environmental welfare. The aforementioned companies have turned to using fuel optimization technologies to reduce their heavy dependency on fuel and carbon emissions. To find ways to reduce their gas consumption, they are employing a performance-based navigation system. Numerous airlines have also changed their aircraft with lighter, quieter, and significantly more advanced engines in an effort to lessen noise pollution.

  • How can one tell if the airline they are taking from Virginia to California is effective and good for the environment?

    Before making travel arrangements with any of the main airlines that provide flights from Virginia to California, such as Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, or American Airlines, find out more about their numerous sustainability programs. One way to determine the carriers' commitment to sustainability is to read their Environmental, Social, and Governance reports. Ground transportation services and airports are subject to separate environmental reviews. It is possible to follow the various airlines' attempts to be environmentally responsible using the IATA's Environmental Assessment for Airports and Ground Service Providers(IEnVA) reports.

  • What environmentally friendly activities can I do while I'm traveling from Virginia to California?

    By only bringing the things you absolutely need, you may fly from Virginia to California with less weight. The lighter weight of the aircraft would result in much lower carbon dioxide emissions. If you want to reduce the carbon emissions generated by each seat, you can as well fly economy.

  • Can I find flights from Virginia to California for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Virginia to California for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $121, but on average you can expect to pay $142.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Virginia to California for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Virginia to California under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Virginia to California is less than $194.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Virginia to California for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Virginia to California within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • How popular is this Virginia to California flight route?

  • What does RIC to LAX mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a RIC to LAX flight. San Francisco Airport (SFO), San Diego Airport (SAN), Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty Airport (SNA), San Jose Airport (SJC), Ontario Airport (ONT) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Virginia to California that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Virginia to California flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Virginia to California with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Virginia to California flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Virginia to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Virginia 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Virginia to California that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Virginia to California offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Virginia to California?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Virginia to California flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Virginia to California flight deals updated?

    The Virginia to California flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/26.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Virginia to California (average of $238). Flying from Virginia to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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 10 airlines flying from Virginia to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Virginia 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 2,752,877 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$118Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$139Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FrontierCheapest$144Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$146Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$202Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$207Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$323Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Sun Country AirCheapest$333Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Linear Air TaxiCheapest$54,629Average$111,548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

Helpful tips for your next trip to California

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to California. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • When flying from Virginia to California, keep Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in mind if you wish to land in an airport that is eo sustainable. In an effort to lessen its adverse impacts on water consumption use, LAX is set to produce and rely on solar energy.
  • If you want to fly out of an airport that supports environmental measures, think about using Richmond International Airport (RIC) as your point of departure for flights from Virginia to California. As part of its environmental efforts, RIC is committed to getting rid of single-use polymers in its operations.
  • Buses are normally a smart alternative if you want to travel from LAX Airport because they help to reduce the amount of CO2 emitted onto the roads in comparison to private means of transportation.

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Hourly flight availability from Virginia to California

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