How many flights depart from Los Angeles to District of Columbia on average per week?

As of September 2026, 178 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in District of Columbia each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 23% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to District of Columbia on average per day?

As of September 2026, there are 25 flights per day flying from Los Angeles to District of Columbia. The most common time of day flights depart is 08:00, with 52% of flights taking off at midday.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to District of Columbia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to District of Columbia 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 licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at District of Columbia. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$212 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia in 2026/27

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00:40 - 11:15LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 35m1 stop Houston Hobby

15:10 - 20:35DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

8h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Kansas City

$377Southwest

Mon, 5 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

11:30 - 22:52LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

8h 22m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

17:45 - 23:48DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

9h 03m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

$380JetBlue

Wed, 9 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec

23:30 - 07:21LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 51mdirect

08:25 - 10:56IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 31mdirect

$382United Airlines

Fri, 16 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct

13:20 - 22:20LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 00m1 stop Kansas City

13:35 - 21:15DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

10h 40m1 stop Dallas Love Field

$382Southwest

Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec

00:40 - 14:05LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

10h 25m2 stops Houston Hobby Dallas Love Field

15:10 - 20:35DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

8h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Kansas City

$384Southwest

Mon, 5 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

05:55 - 18:55LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

10h 00m1 stop Lambert-St Louis

15:10 - 20:35DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

8h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Kansas City

$386Southwest

Wed, 7 Oct - Wed, 14 Oct

21:30 - 05:29LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 59mdirect

07:00 - 09:33IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 33mdirect

$389United Airlines

Fri, 9 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

05:30 - 16:15LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 45m1 stop Lambert-St Louis

18:50 - 23:50DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

8h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway

$389Southwest

Fri, 20 Nov - Mon, 7 Dec

22:20 - 11:40LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

10h 20m1 stop Orlando

18:55 - 00:10DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

8h 15m1 stop Houston Hobby

$390Southwest

Mon, 19 Oct - Fri, 23 Oct

22:20 - 11:40LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

10h 20m1 stop Orlando

15:10 - 20:35DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

8h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Kansas City

$396Southwest

Mon, 5 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct

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22:15 - 11:55LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

10h 40m1 stop Orlando

16:00 - 23:15DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

10h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl

$649Southwest

Sat, 19 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

08:55 - 20:50LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

8h 55m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas Love Field

16:35 - 21:55DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

8h 20m1 stop Dallas Love Field

$657Southwest

Sat, 19 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

08:55 - 20:50LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

8h 55m2 stops Denver Intl Dallas Love Field

15:10 - 20:35DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

8h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Kansas City

$664Southwest

Sat, 19 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

08:17 - 16:23LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 06mdirect

08:25 - 10:56IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 31mdirect

$690United Airlines

Sun, 20 Sep - Wed, 21 Oct

21:39 - 05:40LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 01mdirect

17:45 - 20:21IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 36mdirect

$696United Airlines

Sat, 19 Sep - Tue, 6 Oct

07:35 - 15:31LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4h 56mdirect

16:40 - 19:33DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

5h 53mdirect

$696Delta

Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 5 Dec

07:55 - 20:50LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

9h 55m2 stops Kansas City New Orleans Louis Armstrong

19:15 - 01:30DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

9h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl

$697Southwest

Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 19 Oct

11:05 - 23:44LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

9h 39m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

16:40 - 19:33DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

5h 53mdirect

$710Delta

Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 5 Dec

22:39 - 06:38LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 59mdirect

08:25 - 10:56IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 31mdirect

$718United Airlines

Mon, 21 Sep - Sat, 17 Oct

23:20 - 07:21LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 01mdirect

22:13 - 00:45IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 32mdirect

$760United Airlines

Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 19 Oct

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23:30 - 07:21LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 51mdirect

08:25 - 10:56IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 31mdirect

$382United Airlines

Fri, 16 Oct - Sat, 17 Oct

21:30 - 05:29LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 59mdirect

07:00 - 09:33IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 33mdirect

$389United Airlines

Fri, 9 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

21:10 - 05:11LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 01mdirect

06:39 - 09:31IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 52mdirect

$410United Airlines

Sat, 24 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

08:00 - 16:01LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5h 01mdirect

17:25 - 20:22DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

5h 57mdirect

$417Delta

Sat, 13 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb

21:30 - 05:31LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 01mdirect

12:43 - 15:32IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 49mdirect

$417United Airlines

Fri, 16 Oct - Sat, 31 Oct

23:30 - 07:21LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 51mdirect

06:39 - 09:31IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 52mdirect

$422United Airlines

Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct

21:30 - 05:31LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 01mdirect

22:13 - 00:45IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 32mdirect

$424United Airlines

Wed, 14 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

16:40 - 00:41LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 01mdirect

22:13 - 00:45IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 32mdirect

$431United Airlines

Fri, 16 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct

21:40 - 05:34LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 54mdirect

22:10 - 00:35IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 25mdirect

$435United Airlines

Sat, 19 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan

22:30 - 06:31LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 01mdirect

07:00 - 09:31IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 31mdirect

$436United Airlines

Fri, 9 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct

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United Airlines flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia

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United Airlines

16 Oct

LAX23:30Los Angeles

4h 51m

IAD07:21Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

17 Oct

IAD08:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 31m

LAX10:56Los Angeles

$382

United Airlines

9 Oct

LAX21:30Los Angeles

4h 59m

IAD05:29Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

13 Oct

IAD07:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 33m

LAX09:33Los Angeles

$389

United Airlines

24 Oct

LAX21:10Los Angeles

5h 01m

IAD05:11Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25 Oct

IAD06:39Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 52m

LAX09:31Los Angeles

$410

Alaska Airlines flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Los Angeles to District of Columbia flight tickets

Alaska Airlines

16 Oct

LAX18:02Los Angeles

8h 38m

1 stop

IAD05:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

20 Oct

IAD07:02Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

10h 32m

1 stop

LAX14:34Los Angeles

$501

Alaska Airlines

28 Oct

LAX11:34Los Angeles

9h 25m

1 stop

IAD23:59Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7 Nov

IAD17:17Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

18h 27m

1 stop

LAX08:44Los Angeles

$518

Alaska Airlines

21 Oct

LAX09:18Los Angeles

11h 41m

1 stop

IAD23:59Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

25 Oct

IAD07:02Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

13h 01m

1 stop

LAX17:03Los Angeles

$522

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LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Mon 5/10

00:40-11:15

1 stop7h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 14/10

15:10-20:35

2 stops8h 25m

$377

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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Los Angeles

Wed 9/12

11:30-22:52

1 stop8h 22m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 13/12

17:45-23:48

1 stop9h 03m

$380

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Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Fri 16/10

23:30-07:21

Nonstop4h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 17/10

08:25-10:56

Nonstop5h 31m

$382

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 3/12

13:20-22:20

1 stop6h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/12

13:35-21:15

1 stop10h 40m

$382

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Mon 5/10

00:40-14:05

2 stops10h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 13/10

15:10-20:35

2 stops8h 25m

$384

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 7/10

05:55-18:55

1 stop10h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 14/10

15:10-20:35

2 stops8h 25m

$386

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Fri 9/10

21:30-05:29

Nonstop4h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 13/10

07:00-09:33

Nonstop5h 33m

$389

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Fri 20/11

05:30-16:15

1 stop7h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/12

18:50-23:50

1 stop8h 00m

$389

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Mon 19/10

22:20-11:40

1 stop10h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 23/10

18:55-00:10

1 stop8h 15m

$390

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Mon 5/10

22:20-11:40

1 stop10h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/10

15:10-20:35

2 stops8h 25m

$396

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to District of Columbia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to District of Columbia?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to District of Columbia from Los Angeles, with most prices found around $539. If you aren’t able to travel to District of Columbia during the month of January, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $546.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $446. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Los Angeles because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around $641.

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

Flying to District of Columbia from Los Angeles in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $446 when looking at flights departing in the evening. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $568 on average. Flights to District of Columbia from Los Angeles in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to District of Columbia flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl for the best Los Angeles - District of Columbia flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to District of Columbia from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to District of Columbia for around $619 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to District of Columbia from Los Angeles for as low as $501 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to District of Columbia flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Los Angeles to District of Columbia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to District of Columbia flights?

You could potentially save up to 22% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to District of Columbia flight.

Cheap Los Angeles to District of Columbia flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Los Angeles to District of Columbia

Best price found	$212
Fastest flight time	4h 56m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in District of Columbia	2 airports

The best one-way flight to District of Columbia from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is $212. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to District of Columbia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $377.

The fastest flight from Los Angeles to District of Columbia takes 4h 56m

Direct flights go from Los Angeles to District of Columbia every day.

There are 2 airports in District of Columbia. From Los Angeles there are direct flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Los Angeles to District of Columbia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to District of Columbia 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 licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at District of Columbia. 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 Los Angeles to District of Columbia?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Los Angeles to District of Columbia is Boeing 757-300 (18.39% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 9 (18.05%), Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (16.01%), and Boeing 777 (11.34%).

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momondo does allow users to show only those flights to District of Columbia from Los Angeles which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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