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$220+ Cheap flights from California to Lake Charles (LCH)

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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — LCH
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Lake Charles

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Lake Charles flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$269
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$220
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$538
From California to Lake Charles
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Cheapest flights from California to Lake Charles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Lake Charles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 11/66:00 amLAX - LCH
1 stop5h 11mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/96:04 pmLCH - LAX
1 stop7h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$312
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/911:54 amLAX - LCH
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/136:06 pmLCH - LAX
1 stop6h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/219:05 amLAX - LCH
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/286:00 amLCH - LAX
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$380
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 11/66:10 amLAX - LCH
2 stops9h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/96:21 pmLCH - LAX
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$384
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 10/411:54 amLAX - LCH
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/112:15 pmLCH - LAX
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Tue 11/251:30 amLAX - LCH
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/286:21 pmLCH - LAX
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$415
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sat 9/275:00 amSFO - LCH
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/306:06 pmLCH - SFO
1 stop7h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 9/1910:17 amLAX - LCH
1 stop5h 13mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/217:30 amLCH - LAX
1 stop6h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sat 9/276:30 amSJC - LCH
2 stops12h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/302:15 pmLCH - SJC
2 stops8h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$479
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/295:00 amSFO - LCH
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/36:06 pmLCH - SFO
2 stops23h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$512
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Tue 11/111:18 pmSTS - LCH
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/155:45 amLCH - STS
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$569
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/291:00 pmSJC - LCH
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/36:06 pmLCH - SJC
2 stops17h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$613

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Lake Charles 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Lake Charles that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Lake Charles

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Los AngelesLake Charles

LAX - LCH

LAXLCH

Los Angeles

Thu 11/6

6:00 am-1:11 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Lake Charles

Sun 11/9

6:04 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$312

Los AngelesLake Charles

LAX - LCH

LAXLCH

Los Angeles

Thu 10/9

11:54 am-9:26 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Lake Charles

Mon 10/13

6:06 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$349

Los AngelesLake Charles

LAX - LCH

LAXLCH

Los Angeles

Sun 9/21

9:05 am-5:44 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Lake Charles

Sun 9/28

6:00 am-10:40 am

1 stop6h 40m

$380

San JoseLake Charles

SJC - LCH

SJCLCH

San Jose

Sat 2/21

6:09 am-5:57 pm

2 stops9h 48m

Lake Charles

Wed 2/25

5:50 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 58m

$384

Los AngelesLake Charles

LAX - LCH

LAXLCH

Los Angeles

Sat 10/4

11:54 am-9:26 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Lake Charles

Sat 10/11

2:15 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$399

San FranciscoLake Charles

SFO - LCH

SFOLCH

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

2:28 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Lake Charles

Sat 3/7

6:16 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$404

SacramentoLake Charles

SMF - LCH

SMFLCH

Sacramento Intl

Tue 3/3

12:31 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Lake Charles

Sat 3/7

6:16 pm-12:19 am

1 stop8h 03m

$404

San FranciscoLake Charles

SFO - LCH

SFOLCH

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

5:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Lake Charles

Tue 9/30

6:06 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$429

Los AngelesLake Charles

LAX - LCH

LAXLCH

Los Angeles

Fri 9/19

10:17 am-5:30 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Lake Charles

Sun 9/21

7:30 am-11:39 am

1 stop6h 09m

$439

Los AngelesLake Charles

LAX - LCH

LAXLCH

Los Angeles

Wed 11/26

2:35 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Lake Charles

Fri 11/28

6:21 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$445

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Best time to book a flight from California to Lake Charles

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Lake Charles (average of $317). Flying from California to Lake Charles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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 CA to LCH?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Lake Charles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

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

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

    For a flight from California to Lake Charles, you will be flying into Lake Charles. Lake Charles (LCH) is just 6.1 mi from the center of the city.

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

    Departing from California to Lake Charles will take you 5h 11m. The distance between California and Lake Charles is about 1494 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Lake Charles, Sacramento Intl - Lake Charles or San Jose - Lake Charles when deciding on the best route from California to Lake Charles.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Lake Charles (average of $317). Flying from California to Lake Charles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $417). 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 California to Lake Charles

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from California to Lake Charles. 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$313Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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