How long is the flight from Virginia to California?

Flight times from Virginia to California vary, but if you’re flying out of Richmond and flying into Los Angeles (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 5h 45m on average. Another popular route from Virginia to California is flying from Charlottesville to Los Angeles, which will take roughly 7h 39m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

What airlines fly to California?

American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from Virginia according to our data. American Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 44% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 7 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Breeze Airways, United Airlines, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Virginia to California

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

The number of flights available between Virginia and California is 4 per week as of November 2026. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 50% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Virginia to California refresh daily.

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

As of November 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Virginia to California.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Virginia to California.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:25 am - 11:51 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

6h 26mnonstop

12:36 pm - 8:46 pmSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10mnonstop

$218Breeze Airways

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

8:25 am - 11:51 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

6h 26mnonstop

12:36 pm - 8:46 pmSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10mnonstop

$219Breeze Airways

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

9:38 am - 2:14 pmORF Norfolk-SAN San Diego

31h 36m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

3:09 pm - 8:26 pmSAN San Diego-ORF Norfolk

26h 17m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$280Multiple Airlines

Tue, Feb 2 - Sat, Feb 6

8:58 am - 5:43 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

11h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12:36 pm - 8:46 pmSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10mnonstop

$282Multiple Airlines

Tue, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 12

3:20 pm - 9:40 pmORF Norfolk-SAN San Diego

9h 20m1 stop Philadelphia

9:17 am - 7:51 pmSAN San Diego-ORF Norfolk

7h 34m1 stop Philadelphia

$319American Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 27

7:01 pm - 11:56 pmORF Norfolk-SAN San Diego

7h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:20 am - 7:48 pmSAN San Diego-ORF Norfolk

10h 28m1 stop Philadelphia

$319American Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Dec 10

3:00 pm - 9:19 pmORF Norfolk-SAN San Diego

9h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:15 am - 4:11 pmSAN San Diego-ORF Norfolk

6h 56m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$319Delta

Fri, Dec 11 - Mon, Dec 14

12:35 pm - 6:23 pmORF Norfolk-SAN San Diego

8h 48m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11:37 am - 11:43 pmSAN San Diego-ORF Norfolk

9h 06m1 stop Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$319Delta

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

8:45 am - 4:35 pmORF Norfolk-SAN San Diego

10h 50m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl

7:25 am - 7:45 pmSAN San Diego-ORF Norfolk

9h 20m1 stop Nashville Intl

$324Southwest

Wed, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 11

8:45 am - 4:35 pmORF Norfolk-SAN San Diego

10h 50m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl

11:20 am - 9:30 pmSAN San Diego-ORF Norfolk

7h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$324Southwest

Wed, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 12

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8:25 am - 11:51 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

6h 26mnonstop

6:02 am - 9:32 amSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

24h 30m2 stops Denver Intl Nashville Intl

$411Multiple Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18

8:25 am - 11:51 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

6h 26mnonstop

12:36 pm - 8:46 pmSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10mnonstop

$415Breeze Airways

Sat, Nov 14 - Wed, Nov 18

9:31 am - 12:36 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-LAX Los Angeles

6h 05mnonstop

1:21 pm - 9:21 pmLAX Los Angeles-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 00mnonstop

$418Breeze Airways

Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15

9:31 am - 8:32 pmRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

14h 01m1 stop Los Angeles

12:36 pm - 8:46 pmSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10mnonstop

$446Multiple Airlines

Tue, Nov 10 - Sat, Nov 14

6:00 am - 1:10 pmROA Roanoke-SAN San Diego

10h 10m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:30 pm - 10:37 amSAN San Diego-ROA Roanoke

9h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$447Delta

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Dec 8

10:40 am - 3:12 pmROA Roanoke-SAN San Diego

7h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

10:30 am - 9:05 pmSAN San Diego-ROA Roanoke

7h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$451United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Dec 5

10:40 am - 3:12 pmROA Roanoke-SAN San Diego

7h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:20 am - 9:04 pmSAN San Diego-ROA Roanoke

11h 44m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago O'Hare Intl

$452United Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Dec 8

6:00 am - 1:08 pmROA Roanoke-SAN San Diego

10h 08m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

10:30 pm - 10:37 amSAN San Diego-ROA Roanoke

9h 07m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$483Delta

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17

6:00 am - 11:45 amORF Norfolk-LAX Los Angeles

8h 45m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6:30 am - 7:50 pmLAX Los Angeles-ORF Norfolk

10h 20m1 stop Philadelphia

$504American Airlines

Sat, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 27

6:10 am - 1:08 pmROA Roanoke-SAN San Diego

9h 58m1 stop Charlotte Douglas

6:25 am - 6:53 pmSAN San Diego-ROA Roanoke

9h 28m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas

$510American Airlines

Wed, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 17

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8:25 am - 11:51 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

6h 26mnonstop

12:36 pm - 8:46 pmSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10mnonstop

$218Breeze Airways

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

8:25 am - 11:51 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

6h 26mnonstop

12:36 pm - 8:46 pmSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10mnonstop

$219Breeze Airways

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

8:25 am - 11:51 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

6h 26mnonstop

12:36 pm - 8:46 pmSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10mnonstop

$227Breeze Airways

Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12

8:25 am - 11:51 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

6h 26mnonstop

12:36 pm - 8:46 pmSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10mnonstop

$230Breeze Airways

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

8:25 am - 11:51 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

6h 26mnonstop

12:36 pm - 8:46 pmSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10mnonstop

$233Breeze Airways

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

8:25 am - 11:51 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

6h 26mnonstop

12:36 pm - 8:46 pmSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10mnonstop

$237Breeze Airways

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

8:25 am - 11:51 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

6h 26mnonstop

12:36 pm - 8:46 pmSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10mnonstop

$238Breeze Airways

Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12

8:25 am - 11:51 amRIC Richmond Byrd Intl-SFO San Francisco

6h 26mnonstop

12:36 pm - 8:46 pmSFO San Francisco-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl

5h 10mnonstop

$239Breeze Airways

Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9

5:45 pm - 9:08 pmORF Norfolk-SFO San Francisco

6h 23mnonstop

8:15 am - 4:50 pmSFO San Francisco-ORF Norfolk

5h 35mnonstop

$549United Airlines

Sat, May 1 - Sat, May 22

5:45 pm - 9:08 pmORF Norfolk-SFO San Francisco

6h 23mnonstop

8:15 am - 4:50 pmSFO San Francisco-ORF Norfolk

5h 35mnonstop

$549United Airlines

Wed, Apr 28 - Sat, May 22

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Breeze Airways flights from Virginia to California

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Breeze Airways

Dec 9

RIC8:25 amRichmond Byrd Intl

6h 26m

SFO11:51 amSan Francisco

Dec 12

SFO12:36 pmSan Francisco

5h 10m

RIC8:46 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$218

Breeze Airways

Dec 9

RIC8:25 amRichmond Byrd Intl

6h 26m

SFO11:51 amSan Francisco

Dec 12

SFO12:36 pmSan Francisco

5h 10m

RIC8:46 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$219

Breeze Airways

Dec 9

RIC8:25 amRichmond Byrd Intl

6h 26m

SFO11:51 amSan Francisco

Dec 12

SFO12:36 pmSan Francisco

5h 10m

RIC8:46 pmRichmond Byrd Intl

$227

Frontier flights from Virginia to California

Our best Frontier deals on Virginia to California flight tickets

Frontier

Dec 11

ORF7:26 pmNorfolk

31h 14m

2 stops

LAX11:40 pmLos Angeles

Dec 15

LAX5:23 pmLos Angeles

22h 08m

1 stop

ORF6:31 pmNorfolk

$332

Frontier

Dec 9

ORF7:26 pmNorfolk

17h 53m

2 stops

SAN10:19 amSan Diego

Dec 15

SAN8:57 amSan Diego

30h 34m

2 stops

ORF6:31 pmNorfolk

$342

Frontier

Dec 24

ORF5:14 pmNorfolk

30h 48m

1 stop

LAX9:02 pmLos Angeles

Dec 31

LAX9:59 pmLos Angeles

20h 10m

1 stop

ORF9:09 pmNorfolk

$343

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RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - SFO San Francisco

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 12/9

8:25 am-11:51 am

Nonstop6h 26m

San Francisco

Sat 12/12

12:36 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$218

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - SFO San Francisco

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 12/9

8:25 am-11:51 am

Nonstop6h 26m

San Francisco

Sat 12/12

12:36 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$219

NorfolkSan Diego

ORF Norfolk - SAN San Diego

ORFSAN

Norfolk

Tue 2/2

9:38 am-2:14 pm

1 stop31h 36m

San Diego

Sat 2/6

3:09 pm-8:26 pm

1 stop26h 17m

$280

RichmondSan Francisco

RIC Richmond Byrd Intl - SFO San Francisco

RICSFO

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 12/8

8:58 am-5:43 pm

1 stop11h 45m

San Francisco

Sat 12/12

12:36 pm-8:46 pm

Nonstop5h 10m

$282

NorfolkSan Diego

ORF Norfolk - SAN San Diego

ORFSAN

Norfolk

Thu 1/21

3:20 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop9h 20m

San Diego

Wed 1/27

9:17 am-7:51 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$319

NorfolkSan Diego

ORF Norfolk - SAN San Diego

ORFSAN

Norfolk

Fri 12/4

7:01 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 55m

San Diego

Thu 12/10

6:20 am-7:48 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$319

NorfolkSan Diego

ORF Norfolk - SAN San Diego

ORFSAN

Norfolk

Fri 12/11

3:00 pm-9:19 pm

1 stop9h 19m

San Diego

Mon 12/14

6:15 am-4:11 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$319

NorfolkSan Diego

ORF Norfolk - SAN San Diego

ORFSAN

Norfolk

Sat 12/5

12:35 pm-6:23 pm

1 stop8h 48m

San Diego

Sat 12/12

11:37 am-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$319

NorfolkSan Diego

ORF Norfolk - SAN San Diego

ORFSAN

Norfolk

Wed 1/6

8:45 am-4:35 pm

2 stops10h 50m

San Diego

Mon 1/11

7:25 am-7:45 pm

1 stop9h 20m

$324

NorfolkSan Diego

ORF Norfolk - SAN San Diego

ORFSAN

Norfolk

Wed 1/6

8:45 am-4:35 pm

2 stops10h 50m

San Diego

Tue 1/12

11:20 am-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$324

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Virginia to California

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 California?

The month of January is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Virginia averaging around $454.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Virginia to California is on a Saturday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as $128. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $462.

What is the cheapest Virginia to California flight route?

Fly from Richmond Byrd Intl to Los Angeles for the best Virginia - California flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from Virginia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $466 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from Virginia for as low as $360 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Virginia to California 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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Best Price Found	$125
Fastest flight time	4h 55m
Direct flights	Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from Virginia in the past 72 hours is $125. The best round-trip flight deal from Virginia to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $218.

The fastest flight from Virginia to California takes 4h 55m

Direct flights go from Virginia to California on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The only airline offering direct flights is Breeze Airways.

There are 418 airports in California. From Virginia there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Virginia to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Virginia to California?
Prices for flights from Virginia to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Virginia to California?
As of November 2026, there are 7 operators available to choose from for flights from Virginia to California.
How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Virginia to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Virginia to California?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Virginia to California is Airbus A220-300 (88.82% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 (1.86%), Boeing 737 MAX 9 (1.86%), and Boeing 737-900 (1.86%).

Best airlines flying from Virginia to California

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Frontier	PriceFrom $74	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.5 2,507 reviews	Search Frontier flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $130	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 3,064 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
Breeze Airways	PriceFrom $151	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.2 323 reviews	Search Breeze Airways flights
Delta	PriceFrom $168	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,699 reviews	Search Delta flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $263	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,471 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $289	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,227 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $308	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,219 reviews	Search Southwest flights

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