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Cheap round-trip flights to California

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £54 for one-way flights and £112 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Tue, 7 Jul - Tue, 14 Jul
LGA
New York
DCA
Washington
£112 Return, found 1 day ago
£112
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 7 Jul from New York to Washington, returning Tue, 14 Jul, priced at £112 found 1 day ago
JetBlue Airways
Thu, 13 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug
BOS
Boston
DCA
Washington
£117 Return, found 2 hours ago
£117
Return
found 2 hours ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Thu, 13 Aug from Boston to Washington, returning Wed, 19 Aug, priced at £117 found 2 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, 10 Jul - Sat, 11 Jul
LGA
New York
DCA
Washington
£118 Return, found 1 day ago
£118
Return
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, 10 Jul from New York to Washington, returning Sat, 11 Jul, priced at £118 found 1 day ago
United
Wed, 29 Jul - Sat, 8 Aug
EWR
New York
DCA
Washington
£163 Return, found 1 day ago
£163
Return
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, 29 Jul from New York to Washington, returning Sat, 8 Aug, priced at £163 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 1 Sept
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
£170 Return, found 2 days ago
£170
Return
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, 18 Aug from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Tue, 1 Sept, priced at £170 found 2 days ago

Frequently asked questions

What is the name of California's airport?
Most visitors prefer to fly into Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) when visiting California.
What airport is best to fly into California?
Step through the exit doors of National Airport and your California getaway will have begun! The city's main airport, it's located 80 kms (50 miles) from the centre of town.
How many airlines fly to California?
California is serviced by 69 airlines from at least 209 airports across the globe.
Which airlines fly to California?
Most often, travellers choose to fly with American Airlines, Delta and JetBlue when heading off to California. The majority of these flights come in from New York, with American Airlines servicing this route the most.
How many nonstop flights are there to California?
Flying to someplace new is much easier when there aren't any annoying stopovers. If you're travelling to California, the fantastic news is that there are approximately 7,422 nonstop flights operating each week.
Where are the most popular flights to California departing from?
A large number of flights to California depart from New York, Chicago and Boston airports.
How long is the flight to California Airport?
If you're heading to California from New York, you'll have a flight time of 3 hours and 9 minutes. Those jetting off from Chicago can expect to be on the plane for 3 hours and 16 minutes. From Boston it's roughly 4 hours and 15 minutes away.
How to book the cheapest flight to California?
We all know those lucky jet-setters who manage to pick up wonderfully cheap fares wherever they go. Eager to know how to do it for your California holiday? Don't wait until the very last minute to lock in your flight. Don't stop there, however. Do some research and check if there are a few airports at your destination. Fares often differ depending on the airport you jet into. Don't forget to compare prices across airlines as well. Last but not least, another simple way to save some money is be ready to book at a moment's notice. If you see an irresistible bargain, don't think twice — grab it while you can.
Do you have any tips for my flight to California?
Depending on where you're coming from, your trip to California could be simple and straightforward or it could drag on forever. We've put together some useful travel tips that will help you start your next big adventure on the right foot. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • First, pack in your passport, travel documents, bank cards and vital medications. Next, you'll want some in-flight entertainment to while away the hours. A juicy novel and a phone filled with your favourite movies are some wonderful options. If you plan to take a short nap, a quality neck pillow and some noise-cancelling headphones will also be useful. Finally, find room for a toothbrush and some facial wipes so you'll arrive feeling fresh and ready to go.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Squeeze all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hair gel in your checked luggage. Any liquids or gels in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) will be confiscated by security. Sharp objects, like your trusty Swiss Army knife, and dangerous goods which are explosive or flammable, such as spray paint, flares and fireworks, are also banned.

What to wear on a flight:

  • Your aim here is to feel as comfortable as possible. Pick a pair of slip-on shoes, dress in loose, natural fibers and remember to bring a jacket in case it gets chilly in the cabin.
  • Caused by sustained periods of immobility, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clotting condition that can affect passengers during long-distance flights. Lower your risks by staying hydrated, keeping your legs and ankles moving and wearing compression tights or socks.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to California?
The answer is simple — be organised. We've pulled together some useful tips for a stress-free trip through security. Watch out California, here you come:

  • Be sure to keep your passport and boarding pass at hand. They're the first items you'll be asked to present to security.
  • The X-ray machine comes next. Remove anything on you that is likely to beep. This includes items like earphones or headphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They'll all need to go on the X-ray conveyor belt.
  • All your electronic gadgets, including your phone and laptop, will also need to be separately scanned.
  • Travelling with a new perfume or cologne? Not a problem. As long as the volume is no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and it's stored in a clear zip-close bag, it's OK to bring with you in your carry-on.
  • The right choice of footwear can save you a few precious minutes. Boots and heavy shoes are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Lightweight sneakers are usually not.
  • Sharp items like knives are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be seized at security, so pack them safely away in your checked luggage.

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Travel information

Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Destination airport IATA code
DCA
Destination city name
Washington
Return price
£111

Trending flights to California

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £54 for one-way flights and £112 for round trip, for the period specified. Be sure to select the 'Direct flights only' box above if you are looking for a non stop route. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Swiss International Air Lines
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
LHR
London
DCA
Washington
£445 Return, found 1 day ago
£445
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Thu, 26 Nov from London to Washington, returning Thu, 3 Dec, priced at £445 found 1 day ago

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