What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Virginia?

Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Virginia

What airlines fly to Virginia?

American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Virginia from California according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 50% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Virginia. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Virginia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long is the flight from California to Virginia?

The flight from California to Virginia depends on which airports you’re departing and arriving from and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Los Angeles (a popular airport in California) to Richmond (the most popular airport in Virginia), then the flight time is 5h 08m on average. If you fly from San Francisco (another popular airport in California) to Richmond, then the average flight time is 5h 17m.

How many flights depart from California to Virginia on average per week?

As of March 2025, 320 flights take off from California and land in Virginia each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 35% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Virginia?

Prices for flights from California to Virginia are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Virginia?

The number of operators available for flights from California to Virginia is 12 as of March 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Virginia?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Virginia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Virginia?

The required travel and health documents for your Virginia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Virginia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from California to Virginia that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.

8:18 pm - 8:03 amLAX-RDU

8h 45m1 stop

1:24 pm - 7:36 amRDU-LAX

21h 12m2 stops

$157

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Wed, Apr 2 - Tue, Apr 8

11:04 am - 12:29 pmLAX-RDU

22h 25m2 stops

1:24 pm - 7:36 amRDU-LAX

21h 12m2 stops

$167Spirit Airlines

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Wed, Apr 2 - Tue, Apr 8

9:35 pm - 5:36 amLAX-IAD

5h 01mnonstop

10:05 pm - 12:34 amIAD-LAX

5h 29mnonstop

$212United Airlines

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Tue, May 20 - Sun, May 25

12:41 pm - 11:14 pmLAX-IAD

7h 33m1 stop

6:10 am - 8:58 amIAD-LAX

5h 48mnonstop

$222United Airlines

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Fri, Apr 11 - Sun, Apr 20

7:55 am - 3:49 pmLAX-DCA

4h 54mnonstop

5:30 pm - 8:16 pmDCA-LAX

5h 46mnonstop

$228American Airlines

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Sun, May 25 - Fri, May 30

12:56 pm - 8:53 pmLAX-DCA

4h 57mnonstop

5:30 pm - 8:22 pmDCA-LAX

5h 52mnonstop

$253American Airlines

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Fri, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 19

6:00 am - 5:50 pmSFO-RDU

8h 50m1 stop

6:30 pm - 11:16 pmRDU-SFO

7h 46m1 stop

$277Delta

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Sat, May 31 - Mon, Jun 16

7:05 am - 7:44 pmSMF-IAD

9h 39m1 stop

7:25 am - 3:53 pmIAD-SMF

11h 28m1 stop

$277Delta

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Sat, Apr 26 - Fri, May 2

12:55 pm - 8:58 pmLAX-RDU

5h 03mnonstop

9:37 am - 12:10 pmRDU-LAX

5h 33mnonstop

$339Breeze Airways

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Sat, May 24 - Sat, May 31

12:55 pm - 8:58 pmLAX-RDU

5h 03mnonstop

9:37 am - 12:10 pmRDU-LAX

5h 33mnonstop

$386Breeze Airways

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Sun Country Air flights from California to Virginia

Our best Sun Country Air deals on California to Virginia flight tickets

Sun Country Air

Apr 12

LAX5:55 pmLos Angeles

13h 55m

1 stop

IAD10:50 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Apr 20

IAD7:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

30h 25m

1 stop

LAX10:55 amLos Angeles

$315

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Sun Country Air

Mar 20

LAX11:59 pmLos Angeles

9h 35m

1 stop

IAD12:34 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Apr 7

IAD6:35 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

14h 15m

1 stop

LAX5:50 pmLos Angeles

$415

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Hawaiian Airlines flights from California to Virginia

Our best Hawaiian Airlines deals on California to Virginia flight tickets

Hawaiian Airlines

Apr 10

LAX9:50 pmLos Angeles

4h 50m

IAD5:40 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Apr 16

IAD7:31 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 54m

LAX10:25 amLos Angeles

$226

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Hawaiian Airlines

Apr 16

LAX6:00 amLos Angeles

7h 30m

1 stop

IAD4:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Apr 17

IAD7:31 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 54m

LAX10:25 amLos Angeles

$231

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Hawaiian Airlines

Apr 1

LAX6:00 amLos Angeles

7h 30m

1 stop

IAD4:30 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Apr 16

IAD7:31 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 54m

LAX10:25 amLos Angeles

$235

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Virginia

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Virginia?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Virginia from California, with most prices found around $330. If you don’t want to visit Virginia in September, then you should wait until April to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $336.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Virginia?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Virginia from California is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $215. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Virginia on Friday is $354.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Virginia?

Our data shows that the cheapest California to Virginia flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to Virginia in the afternoon for as low as $219. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Virginia, so prices are often more expensive at around $438 per ticket.

What is the cheapest California to Virginia flight route?

Fly from San Francisco to Richmond Byrd Intl for the best California - Virginia flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Virginia from California when booking 20 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Virginia for around $414 when searching 20 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Virginia from California for as low as $319 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on California to Virginia flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Virginia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Cheap California to Virginia flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$66
Fastest flight time	4h 39m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Virginia	3 airports

The best one-way flight to Virginia from California in the past 72 hours is $66. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Virginia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $157.

The fastest flight from California to Virginia takes 4h 39m

Direct flights go from California to Virginia every day.

There are 3 airports near Virginia: Raleigh-Durham (RDU), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Virginia?
Prices for flights from California to Virginia are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Virginia?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Virginia is 12 as of March 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Virginia?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from California to Virginia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Virginia?
The required travel and health documents for your Virginia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Virginia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Virginia?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from California to Virginia is Airbus A220-300, representing 65.61% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 at 4.76%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 2.65%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 2.65%.

Best airlines flying from California to Virginia

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from California to Virginia with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Frontier	PriceFrom $80	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.0 3,314 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Breeze Airways	PriceFrom $138	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.1 154 reviews	Search Breeze Airways flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $145	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 7,923 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $172	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 2,985 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Delta	PriceFrom $213	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 8,024 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $222	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $227	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,649 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $296	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,314 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $316	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 360 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from California to Virginia?

To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Virginia from California.

Can I find flights from California to Virginia with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Virginia from California with this policy.

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Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Virginia from California. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.