How long is the flight from California to Maryland?

Flight times from California to Maryland vary, but if you’re flying out of San Diego and flying into Baltimore (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 4h 40m on average. Another popular route from California to Maryland is flying from Los Angeles to Baltimore, which will take roughly 4h 45m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to Maryland?

Southwest, United Airlines and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Maryland from California according to our data. Southwest is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Maryland. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Maryland on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of June 2026, 1,039 flights take off from California and land in Maryland each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 18% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Maryland

How many flights depart from California to Maryland on average per day?

As of June 2026, there are 148 flights per day flying from California to Maryland. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00AM, with 49% of flights taking off in the evening.

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

Prices for flights from California to Maryland were last updated today.

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

The number of operators available for flights from California to Maryland is 9 as of June 2026.

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

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 Maryland.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Maryland 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 Maryland. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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9:05 pm - 12:51 pm

LAX

DCA

12h 46m

1 stop

9:30 am - 11:59 am

DCA

LAX

5h 29mnonstop

$296Multiple Airlines

Sun, Aug 16 - Wed, Aug 26

10:39 pm - 6:38 am

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IAD

4h 59mnonstop

8:20 am - 10:52 am

IAD

LAX

5h 32mnonstop

$296United Airlines

Fri, Aug 28 - Sun, Aug 30

5:00 am - 4:45 pm

LAX

DCA

8h 45m

1 stop

6:15 am - 2:10 pm

DCA

LAX

10h 55m

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$297Southwest

Tue, Jul 28 - Thu, Jul 30

6:30 am - 8:20 am

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IAD

22h 50m

1 stop

9:50 am - 9:25 am

IAD

LAX

26h 35m

1 stop

$298Frontier

Sat, Jul 18 - Wed, Jul 29

6:30 am - 4:59 pm

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DCA

7h 29m

1 stop

7:00 am - 12:11 am

DCA

LAX

20h 11m

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$299Frontier

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7:55 am - 8:50 pm

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DCA

9h 55m

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4:55 pm - 10:20 pm

DCA

LAX

8h 25m

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$302Southwest

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9:10 pm - 5:43 am

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PHL

5h 33mnonstop

5:35 pm - 8:47 pm

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SFO

6h 12mnonstop

$349American Airlines

Wed, Jul 22 - Tue, Jul 28

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PHL

7h 40m

1 stop

9:50 pm - 12:59 am

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SFO

6h 09mnonstop

$358American Airlines

Thu, Jul 16 - Wed, Jul 22

10:25 pm - 9:20 am

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IAD

7h 55m

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6:00 am - 11:07 am

IAD

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8h 07m

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$366Delta

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10:55 am - 9:12 pm

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IAD

7h 17m

1 stop

6:10 am - 10:56 am

IAD

SAN

7h 46m

1 stop

$367Delta

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American Airlines flights from California to Maryland

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American Airlines

Jul 30

LAX9:01 pmLos Angeles

4h 59m

IAD5:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 4

IAD6:20 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 34m

LAX8:54 amLos Angeles

$322

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Aug 12

ONT7:05 amOntario

8h 22m

1 stop

IAD6:27 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 19

IAD6:09 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8h 34m

1 stop

ONT11:43 amOntario

$339

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Jul 22

SFO9:10 pmSan Francisco

5h 33m

PHL5:43 amPhiladelphia

Jul 28

PHL5:35 pmPhiladelphia

6h 12m

SFO8:47 pmSan Francisco

$349

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Nov 8

LAX8:45 pmLos Angeles

8h 20m

1 stop

DCA8:05 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

Nov 14

DCA3:55 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

10h 48m

1 stop

LAX11:43 pmLos Angeles

$311

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Aug 19

SFO10:59 amSan Francisco

9h 33m

1 stop

DCA11:32 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

Aug 24

DCA1:25 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

12h 06m

1 stop

SFO10:31 pmSan Francisco

$391

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Aug 30

LAX8:50 amLos Angeles

12h 03m

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PHL11:53 pmPhiladelphia

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PHL10:45 amPhiladelphia

11h 23m

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LAX7:08 pmLos Angeles

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Fri 8/28

10:39 pm-6:38 am

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Sun 8/30

8:20 am-10:52 am

Nonstop5h 32m

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Los Angeles

Tue 7/28

5:00 am-4:45 pm

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LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Sat 7/18

6:30 am-8:20 am

1 stop22h 50m

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Wed 7/29

9:50 am-9:25 am

1 stop26h 35m

$298

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LAX - DCA

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Los Angeles

Tue 7/21

6:30 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 29m

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Wed 7/22

7:00 am-12:11 am

1 stop20h 11m

$299

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LAX - DCA

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Los Angeles

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7:55 am-8:50 pm

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Mon 8/31

4:55 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$302

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SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Wed 7/22

9:10 pm-5:43 am

Nonstop5h 33m

Philadelphia

Tue 7/28

5:35 pm-8:47 pm

Nonstop6h 12m

$349

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SFO - PHL

SFOPHL

San Francisco

Thu 7/16

6:55 pm-5:35 am

1 stop7h 40m

Philadelphia

Wed 7/22

9:50 pm-12:59 am

Nonstop6h 09m

$358

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Mon 8/10

10:25 pm-9:20 am

1 stop7h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 8/19

6:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop8h 07m

$366

San DiegoWashington, D.C.

SAN - IAD

SANIAD

San Diego

Wed 10/21

10:55 am-9:12 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/25

6:10 am-10:56 am

1 stop7h 46m

$367

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Maryland?

The cheapest month to fly to Maryland from California is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $55, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Maryland in January, then you should wait until February to fly from California, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $132.

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

The cheapest day to depart from California to Maryland is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for Maryland on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $459. The most expensive day to fly to Maryland is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $633.

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

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Maryland is in the afternoon. Flights from California to Maryland during this time can be as low as $430. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Maryland is at noon when prices are around $526.

What is the cheapest California to Maryland flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Maryland from California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Maryland for around $429 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Maryland from California for as low as $340 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Maryland flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a California to Maryland flight.

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Best Price Found	$193
Fastest flight time	4h 20m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Maryland	112 airports

The best one-way flight to Maryland from California in the past 72 hours is $193. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Maryland found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $411.

The fastest flight from California to Maryland takes 4h 20m

Direct flights go from California to Maryland every day.

There are 112 airports in Maryland. From California there are direct flights to Baltimore/Washington (BWI), Philadelphia (PHL), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Maryland?
Prices for flights from California to Maryland were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Maryland?
The number of operators available for flights from California to Maryland is 9 as of June 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Maryland?
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 Maryland.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Maryland?
The required travel and health documents for your Maryland 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 Maryland. 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 Maryland?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Maryland is Boeing 737 MAX 8 (23.64% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (17.88%), Boeing 737 MAX 9 (15.40%), and Boeing 737-900 (8.73%).

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Frontier	PriceFrom $131	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.6 2,856 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $138	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,455 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $159	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $178	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,592 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $178	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,898 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 329 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $186	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,013 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $186	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,774 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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