$80 Find Cheap Flights from Baltimore to California

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Cheap Flights from Baltimore to California

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Los Angeles
Los Angeles1 stop$224
San Francisco
San Francisco2 stops$320
San Diego
San Diego2 stops$273
San Jose
San Josenonstop$339
Palm Springs
Palm Springs1 stop$378
Fresno
Fresno1 stop$337
San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo1 stop$389
Bakersfield
Bakersfield1 stop$460
Arcata
Arcata1 stop$384
Redding
Redding1 stop$384
Reno
Reno1 stop$346
Sacramento
Sacramento1 stop$315
Los Angeles
Los Angeles1 stop$224
San Francisco
San Francisco2 stops$320
San Diego
San Diego2 stops$273
San Jose
San Josenonstop$339
Palm Springs
Palm Springs1 stop$378
Fresno
Fresno1 stop$337
San Luis Obispo
San Luis Obispo1 stop$389
Bakersfield
Bakersfield1 stop$460
Arcata
Arcata1 stop$384
Redding
Redding1 stop$384
Reno
Reno1 stop$346
Sacramento
Sacramento1 stop$315

Book Cheap Baltimore to California Plane Tickets

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Baltimore to California that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Baltimore to California

Tue, Apr 14 - Fri, Apr 17
Frontier Logo
3:06 pm - 8:39 pm
BWI
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ONT
8h 33m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:26 am - 8:15 pm
ONT
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BWI
8h 49m
1 stop
$160Frontier
Thu, Apr 9 - Fri, Apr 17
Frontier Logo
10:29 am - 6:45 pm
BWI
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ONT
11h 16m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:26 am - 8:15 pm
ONT
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BWI
8h 49m
1 stop
$180Frontier
Sat, Apr 25 - Sat, May 2
Southwest Logo
8:15 am - 10:55 am
BWI
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SAN
5h 40mnonstop
Southwest Logo
9:40 pm - 5:30 am
SAN
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BWI
4h 50mnonstop
$277Southwest
Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, Apr 22
Southwest Logo
7:40 pm - 10:25 pm
BWI
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SAN
5h 45mnonstop
Southwest Logo
10:40 pm - 8:50 am
SAN
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BWI
7h 10m
1 stop
$287Southwest
Sat, Apr 18 - Wed, Apr 22
United Airlines Logo
6:28 pm - 11:59 pm
BWI
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SAN
8h 31m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 6:22 pm
SAN
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BWI
9h 02m
1 stop
$292United Airlines
Fri, May 8 - Mon, May 11
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 8:08 am
BWI
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BUR
24h 03m
2 stops
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:23 pm - 10:00 am
BUR
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BWI
10h 37m
2 stops
$323Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Sat, May 16
Delta Logo
6:03 am - 10:23 am
BWI
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SNA
7h 20m
1 stop
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 12:57 am
SNA
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BWI
7h 57m
1 stop
$327Delta
Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15
United Airlines Logo
4:18 pm - 9:58 pm
BWI
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SNA
8h 40m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:39 pm - 6:00 am
SNA
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BWI
8h 21m
1 stop
$332United Airlines
Sun, May 10 - Fri, May 15
Spirit Airlines Logo
11:05 am - 8:08 am
BWI
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BUR
24h 03m
2 stops
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:23 pm - 10:00 am
BUR
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BWI
10h 37m
2 stops
$342Spirit Airlines
Wed, May 20 - Wed, May 27
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:53 am
BWI
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SJC
7h 53m
1 stop
Delta Logo
7:00 pm - 5:45 am
SJC
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BWI
7h 45m
1 stop
$349Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Baltimore to California flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Baltimore to California to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Baltimore to California flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to California from Baltimore found in the last 72 hours was to San Diego, at $277 round-trip. The most popular route is from Baltimore (BWI) to Los Angeles (LAX), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $334.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to California?

The average price for all round-trip flights from Baltimore to California depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is generally at night, when round-trip flights cost $256 on average. Morning departures are around 16% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to California is generally in the morning, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $425.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Baltimore to California?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $475, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Baltimore to California?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Baltimore to California, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Baltimore to California is September, when tickets cost $259 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $513 and $433 respectively.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Baltimore to California?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Baltimore to California clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Baltimore to California, you should consider leaving on a Tuesday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Baltimore, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Sundays.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Baltimore to California, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Baltimore to California, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$80
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flight from Baltimore to Ontario

FAQs - booking California flights

  • What are the common layovers for flights from Baltimore to California?

    If you aren’t able to book a non-stop flight to California, prepare to make at least one stop on the way to the West Coast. Those heading to CA might have to stop at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP), Boston Logan International Airport (BOS), Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT), Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) or Harry Reid International Airport (LAS).

  • Which airport should I fly to in California to visit Disneyland?

    Those visiting California to go to Disneyland will most likely want to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). It’s only about a 1.5-hour drive from Los Angeles International Airport to Disneyland.

  • What cabin classes can I choose from when flying from Baltimore to California?

    Some of the airlines that offer the cheapest flights from Baltimore to California, like Frontier and Spirit Airlines, won’t have multiple cabin classes to choose from. On the other hand, airlines like American Airlines will often let you pick between first-class, business-class, premium economy-class, and economy-class seats.

  • What can I do to make a flight from Baltimore to California sustainable?

    To increase the sustainability of a long flight from Baltimore to California, plan to pack light. You should also attempt to fly with an airline like American Airlines that has committed to reducing its carbon emissions to net zero by 2050. The airline is working toward this goal by upgrading its fleet with fuel-friendly planes and limiting the plastic used during flights.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Baltimore to California?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Baltimore to California.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Baltimore to California?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Baltimore to California is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Baltimore to California?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly from Baltimore to California with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Baltimore to California?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying from Baltimore to California up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to California

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from Baltimore to the following destinations at these prices or less: Las Vegas $269 one-way - $499 round-trip; Los Angeles $208 one-way - $433 round-trip; San Francisco $215 one-way - $460 round-trip
  • To get from Baltimore to California, you’ll need to start by catching a flight from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI). American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and United Airlines all have flights that can take you to California. However, these airlines don’t all travel to the same airports, so you will need to decide where you want to land. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), San Francisco International Airport (SFO), and Ontario International Airport (ONT) will all be options.
  • Many of the airlines that fly from Baltimore to California, including American Airlines and Frontier, will stop at least one time on the way. However, Spirit has a slew of direct flights that leave from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and fly right to Los Angeles International Airport.
  • If you fly with a budget airline like Spirit Airlines or Frontier, you won’t be able to enjoy a true first-class experience, since they don’t offer it as an option on most flights. If you would like to be more comfortable on your flight from Baltimore to California, you might want to explore flying first class with American Airlines, Delta, or United Airlines, as they can all provide you with the extra legroom that will come along with sitting in first class in addition to more meal and in-flight entertainment options.
  • Regardless of which airline you choose to fly with, you will most likely be subjected to baggage fees unless you are sitting in first class. To avoid them, you should think about only bringing a carry-on bag. American Airlines, Delta, Frontier, and most of the other airlines that travel between Baltimore and California will charge you to check any other bags.
  • Stretch your legs out at one of the lounges available to passengers in Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport before the flight. The Club is a great option since it’s available to all passengers passing through the airport.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Baltimore to California

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Baltimore to California. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4325 reviews
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
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Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

8.0 ExcellentNicole, Mar 2026
LGB - OAK
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Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

No food or entertainment, just a quick 40 minute flight. A little bumpy due to Santa Ana winds but pilot has no control over that. Good flight and landing!

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

Mediocre. Boarding is now unpleasant. The employees, once friendly and nice, are now regularly speaking sternly to passengers, badgering them to do things right so they can take off on time and gate check bags because they don't have enough overhead bin space. The pretzel snack was crushed flat and broken into even smaller pieces, which happens frequently lately. Drink service was suspended before they reached my row.

It was canceled. Supposedly weather. But there was no snow in Baltimore. At least we found out before driving to airport

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

WIFI was great. My selection for seating is an aisle, but during my trip, I never had an aisle seat. If we can get that corrected, I will be thrilled. No snack or drink on this flight.

The seats were comfortable, and the boarding process was pretty smooth.

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

Left a few minutes early. Got in 15 minutes early. Very attentive service on board. Very organized boarding.

There’s not much to say about a one hour flight. This is a connection from LA to RNO that I missed the previous night due to a mechanical check delay on my originating flight from JFK to LAX. The short flight itself was fine. Instructions from the pilot and crew were per usual. The coffee was barely lukewarm, which possibly was purposeful so we would down it quickly. Bags were already on carousel upon reaching baggage claim, which was excellent.

Delta continues to set the benchmark for traveler-friendly service with minimal disruption and clear communication within the mainland US (coast to coast). I am consistently pleased to be a Delta customer, and this experience once again met my expectations. There was a brief delay departing from MIA due to a technical issue that required the aircraft to return to the gate. However, the situation was handled professionally and transparently. Fortunately, my planned layover allowed ample buffer time, so the adjustment caused no stress. Overall, another smooth and reassuring experience.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

Was forced to check in my small carry on, even though I informed the crew it has very fragile items inside

They double booked seats, the gate staff changed my ticket as I was boarding she went over to the computer and changed it without telling me. She messed up an entire three row section for me and others. Other travelers were outraged but the gate staff were so rude, so condescending saying it wasn't their problem to solve. I would rate this a zero if I could. Will not fly Delta again I'll stick with United and American.

I usually get upgraded so my experience is usually amazing. I did not get upgraded this time - which was fine - but the wifi had issues, the monitors were going in & out, & (though not Delta's fault) one of the gentlemen next to me desperately needed a shower.

I really liked the legroom. I am 6’4”.a at For some reason our seats were not together and using the app to fix it didn’t work. Passengers were nice enough to move for us but you should absolutely ensure a parent sits with their child.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight delayed for more than 16 hrs and no effort was spent to provide an alternate

Overall we had a good experience during our flight from San Francisco to Houston.

it was a very short flight so my expectations were low.

Very disappointing given gate agent behavior. Filed a formal complaint with United.

Flight delayed. WiFi connectivity very poor if not existant. Last minute arrival forced me to run to catch my connection.

The power at the seat didn't work and the seat itself was difficult to adjust - this was a business class seat. Flight attendant gave me miles to compensate. The attendant was very professional and on top of his game the entire flight.

the whole trip was smooth, and as comfortable as flying is these days. flight crew was friendly and very courteous and helpful.

First class ticket gets you a choice of chips or nuts. . Just like economy Southwest. Also no screen in the seats. This is first class???!

Flight arrived 30 min early and bag was waiting at the baggage pickup. United Club HNL was one of the nicest in the system

Yet another flight in which beverage and snack service was skipped. Other that that, firmly mediocre. Landed early, to gate late due to congestion at the gates. Airline's fault or airports fault: unknown.

No WiFi, no outlets to charge phones, no complimentary beverages on a 6 hour flight

Flight was delayed more than 3 hours, and the metro had stopped running by the time we got to the terminal well past midnight, so I was stranded, alone, with no way to get home until the metro started up the next morning.

My flight was cancelled I missed time at work and got a parking ticket

Got surprised by passing an additional fee when selecting seats. No snack or drink offered. Will never use spirit again.

Crew was very nice. Take off and landing were great. Economy seats are not comfortable. Extra cost for snacks.

The flight was delayed by 2 hours and we had no food or water or chargers

Horribly late because they had no crew!!! And then jet bridge didn’t work!! Then we arrived at a gate at lax miles away that we had to take a shuttle to a terminal!! I was over 3 hours late to getting the LA! Should have been here at 8:30 and at an appointment at 10:30 and arrived and left lax at 11 am!! Horrible experience!!!

Once again, the staff seem to think they are above the customers and treat everyone with disdain, belittling people.

Flight was canceled 8 hours before departure for lack of operational control and prepositioning of a plane. Then had the audacity to say it was because of weather, however there was no weather here in California or New Orleans or in between. It was the weather in Florida, Florida it had nothing to do with our flight path just the plane was supposed to fly us. 8 hours is more than enough time to move a plane anywhere in the US. That left me with a bill of 1200 dollars to re book a flight oh and kayaks insurance what a joke. Probably will never use kayak or spirit ever again terrible companies terrible customer service. I’ll also let everyone and anyone know this was an abomination and only for the customer. Also will be making a report to the DOT on bad business practices on behalf of kayak and spirit as well as the BBB. Do better, take care of your customers and don’t suck

The airplane had a strange noise that was constant throughout the flight. Thankfully I had noise-cancelling over-ear headphones that muted much of it.

More inflight connection. And leg space is horrible. And the paying for baggage I'd ridiculous!!!

My flight was originally from SAT to MCO connecting from MCO to ORD. We got diverted to ATL and than Frontier staff there was sooo un helpful first they said they couldn’t give us any accommodation since our flight first got delayed that cancelled and now it’s 221am and I am still in ATL since they said they need to create a new flight my final destination is ORD and I have been delayed twice and cancelled. With no real help the frontier app didn’t work no email updates over all such a horrible experience

There's no seats that lean back with little leg space i wad uncomfortable the entire flight. Your charges for extra baggage is despicable and costly!!

Remind customers of the need to have passport or new ID for boarding.

Flight was canceled. Most upsetting was message from Kayak, stating that the flight was canceled and click with Kayak for details regarding rebook, refund details. THERE'S NO INFORMATION PROVIDED BY KAYAK EXCEPT THAT FLIGHT IS CANCELED. AND NOW THIS SURVEY TO FIND OUT HOW WAS THE FLIGHT !!!!!!!

The flight never took off and we spent 7 hours at the airport

Gate not determined until I got to the airport - hard to plan the trip to the airport.

Our flight was canceled. I will never use Kayak nor Frontier for travel again. The entire experience was a headache.

Frontier.. nickel and dime add-ons. Flight late, on time, late again, last minute gate change, arrival gate required a shuttle to the terminal. They sure keep you guessing.. if you like a little chaos and airport anxiety, this is the airline for you!

This is my second time flying with Frontier. My current experience was very favorable. The staff from the gate to the plane was friendly, warm and professional. The food options lacked in my opinion. This area needs some attention in my opinion.

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