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$94+ Cheap flights from California to Virginia

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LAX — RIC
May 6 — May 131
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Cheap flight deals from California to Virginia

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Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$198
(Frontier)

One-way from

$94
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$393

Good round-trip deal

$167 or less

Good one-way deal

$134 or less
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From California to Virginia
One-way flight from California to Virginia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($30 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
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Cheapest flights from California to Virginia
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 5/245:15 pmONT - IAD
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Sat 5/317:25 amIAD - ONT
1 stop11h 55mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$198
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/76:15 amLAX - DCA
1 stop12h 44mFrontier
Wed 5/141:00 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop14h 30mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$199
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/73:41 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop11h 50mFrontier
Sun 5/187:31 amIAD - LAX
1 stop28h 03mFrontier
Deal found 4/30$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 5/119:05 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/196:00 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$200
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/298:00 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 14mAlaska Airlines
Wed 6/47:25 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$202
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/287:45 amLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/45:30 pmDCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/29$203
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/288:00 amLAX - DCA
Nonstop5h 05mDelta
Sat 6/75:15 pmDCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 40mDelta
Deal found 4/29$207
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:15 amLAX - DCA
1 stop7h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/38:59 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$208
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Thu 5/298:00 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 14mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/55:50 amIAD - LAX
1 stop9h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$208
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/78:00 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 5/105:38 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 49mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/30$212
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/41:05 pmLAX - RDU
Nonstop5h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/75:10 pmRDU - LAX
1 stop7h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$216
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/126:00 amLAX - DCA
1 stop8h 58mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/189:59 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$217

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

Fly from

California

Fly to

Virginia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OntarioWashington, D.C.

ONT - IAD

ONTIAD

Ontario

Sat 5/24

5:15 pm-5:55 am

1 stop9h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/28

7:25 am-11:43 am

1 stop7h 18m

$198

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 5/7

6:15 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/14

1:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop14h 30m

$199

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 5/7

3:41 pm-6:31 am

1 stop11h 50m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 5/18

7:31 am-8:34 am

1 stop28h 03m

$199

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

9:05 pm-5:06 am

Nonstop5h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/19

6:00 am-8:48 am

Nonstop5h 48m

$200

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

8:00 am-4:14 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 6/4

7:25 pm-10:03 pm

Nonstop5h 38m

$202

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 5/28

7:45 am-3:40 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/4

5:30 pm-8:16 pm

Nonstop5h 46m

$203

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 5/28

8:00 am-4:05 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 6/4

5:15 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop5h 40m

$207

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

6:15 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/3

8:59 am-11:42 am

Nonstop5h 43m

$208

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Thu 5/29

8:00 am-4:14 pm

Nonstop5h 14m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 6/5

5:50 am-12:16 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$208

Los AngelesRaleigh

LAX - RDU

LAXRDU

Los Angeles

Wed 6/4

1:05 pm-9:08 pm

Nonstop5h 03m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 6/7

5:10 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$216

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Best time to book a flight from California to Virginia

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Virginia (average of $281). Flying from California to Virginia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $367). 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 VA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Virginia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from California to Virginia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Virginia by month

Plan your trip to Virginia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Virginia ranges from 2.9 - 5.8 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.8 in. November is typically the driest time to visit Virginia when rainfall is around 2.9 in.

Temperature in Virginia by month

Plan your trip to Virginia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Virginia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 42.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Virginia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Virginia. 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 Virginia. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest from California to Virginia have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Food

6.7

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.8

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Virginia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Is there an alternative transport option along this route?

    The most environmentally sustainable method of transportation is by air, although there are no nonstop flights that operate from California to Virginia. Because they are more sustainable and emit fewer carbon emissions than aircraft with numerous layover alternatives, you should only choose flights that offer one layover option. As a result, you will contribute to lessening the negative environmental effects of emissions of greenhouse gases. As an alternative, you can choose airlines that use sustainable aviation fuel, as they also emit fewer GHGs.

  • How can passengers identify an airline's sustainability?

    To help you choose an ecologically friendly airline for your flight from California to Virginia, there is a variety of information available online. Consider airlines with a fleet of more current aircraft, for instance. These ships usually use fuel-efficient aircraft due to their streamlined forms and modern engine types. As a result, such aircraft will consume less fuel throughout this voyage than airlines that employ previous models. Consider researching the airline's available aircraft types in order to select a sustainable airline for this trip.

  • What can passengers do to eliminate their carbon footprints during flights?

    If a traveler from California to Virginia wants to decrease their carbon emissions, they can consider only packing a small piece of lightweight luggage that contains the absolute necessities. How much fuel is required during a trip depends on how much cargo is being transported. More fuel is consumed when a plane is heavily loaded with luggage as opposed to when it is lightly loaded. Additionally, think about using nonstop flights on this route since they use less jet fuel than flights with connections. By offsetting greenhouse emissions, you can also contribute to the reduction of emissions.

  • What airports serve California to Virginia flights?

    Airports that serve flights from California to Virginia vary on the chosen cities. California has many airports that are available to fly to Virginia, all depending on the chosen location. The most popular locations being Los Angeles International Airport, the second busiest airport located in the US, San Francisco International Airport, which is the seventh busiest airport in North America, and Long Beach Municipal Airport. Airports that are located in Virginia that accept flights from California include Ronald Reagan Washington National Airpor which is located in Arlington, Virginia and Dulles International Airport which is located in Dulles, Virginia.

  • Which airlines fly directly from California to Virginia?

    Airlines that fly directly from California to Virginia can vary from the location that you leave and arrive in. With flights from Los Angeles to Dulles, the airlines are typically Delta Airlines and Frontier Airlines. When flying from San Francisco to Arlington United Airlines and Alaska Airlines have many flights available with their prices depending on the times and dates that are chosen.

  • What are the stopover options between California to Virginia?

    Stopover options from flights flying out from California to Virginia vary on the locations of the flights and length of the flight as well. There are a few flights when flying from Los Angeles to Dulles with one stopover, which can vary on location. Some flights may have a stopover in Atlanta, Georgia and others may have a stopover in Minnesota. The flights can vary in time from 5h 24m-8h 35m. When flying from San Francisco to Arlington, most flights will be nonstop, with very few having one stopover available. If there is a stopover location varies between Los Angeles International Airport and Denver International Airport. Flights from this location can range from 5h 14m-17h 16m.

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

    Due to California and Virginia being located inside of the United States, there is no need for a US Citizen to need to obtain a visa due to it being considered a domestic flight and unnecessary. The item that will be required is a form of identification such as a valid passport or a driver’s license will also be acceptable.

  • How popular is this California to Virginia flight route?

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

    $94 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $113 and $114, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Virginia 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 Virginia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Virginia (average of $281). Flying from California to Virginia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $367). 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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Alternative routes for California to Virginia

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Top 9 airlines flying from California to Virginia

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from California to Virginia. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$127Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$145Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$150Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$202Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$231Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$248Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$296Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Sun Country AirCheapest$316Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

Helpful tips for your next trip to Virginia

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Virginia. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • Alaska Airlines offers flights between Virginia and California. The airline has made investments in fuel that is sustainable and emission-free technology. Additionally, it urges its clients to make efforts to lessen their carbon footprints.
  • Flights from California to Virginia can leave from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The airport, which is regarded for its waste control techniques, ensures that non-renewable products are separated for recycling.
  • Richmond International Airport (RIC) is taking the lead in fostering sustainability in Virginia. For instance, it has the initiative to track its carbon dioxide emissions and establish daily limits that shouldn't be exceeded.

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