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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. from $139

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United Airlines Logo
23:59 - 08:05LAX-IAD
5h 06mdirect
United Airlines Logo
08:30 - 10:50IAD-LAX
5h 20mdirect
$304United Airlines
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Tue, 1 Jul - Fri, 4 Jul
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23:50 - 12:15LAX-DCA
9h 25m1 stop
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13:30 - 19:45DCA-LAX
9h 15m1 stop
$307Southwest
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Tue, 1 Jul - Fri, 4 Jul
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06:15 - 16:57LAX-DCA
7h 42m1 stop
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18:00 - 00:27DCA-LAX
9h 27m1 stop
$308Frontier
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Fri, 4 Jul - Sat, 12 Jul
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07:59 - 16:00LAX-DCA
5h 01mdirect
Delta Logo
17:10 - 19:38DCA-LAX
5h 28mdirect
$351Delta
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Fri, 4 Jul - Tue, 15 Jul
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19:45 - 06:30LAX-IAD
7h 45m1 stop
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07:30 - 19:52IAD-LAX
15h 22m1 stop
$364Frontier
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Fri, 4 Jul - Tue, 15 Jul
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07:00 - 21:44LAX-DCA
11h 44m1 stop
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08:59 - 11:28DCA-LAX
5h 29mdirect
$367Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, 27 Aug - Sun, 31 Aug
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12:47 - 20:59LAX-DCA
5h 12mdirect
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08:59 - 11:28DCA-LAX
5h 29mdirect
$396Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 27 Aug - Sun, 31 Aug
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07:59 - 16:00LAX-DCA
5h 01mdirect
Delta Logo
17:10 - 19:38DCA-LAX
5h 28mdirect
$398Delta
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Fri, 4 Jul - Mon, 14 Jul
Alaska Airlines Logo
17:55 - 20:59LAX-DCA
24h 04m2 stops
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08:59 - 21:24DCA-LAX
15h 25m2 stops
$412Alaska Airlines
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Hawaiian Airlines Logo
07:00 - 19:19LAX-IAD
9h 19m1 stop
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20:19 - 22:48IAD-LAX
5h 29mdirect
$442Hawaiian Airlines
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Hawaiian Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Our best Hawaiian Airlines deals on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Hawaiian Airlines
27 Aug
LAX07:00Los Angeles
11h 44m
1 stop
DCA21:44Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
31 Aug
DCA08:59Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 29m
LAX11:28Los Angeles
Hawaiian Airlines
2 Sept
LAX17:36Los Angeles
10h 56m
1 stop
IAD07:32Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8 Sept
IAD09:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 07m
1 stop
LAX17:07Los Angeles
Hawaiian Airlines
30 July
LAX08:20Los Angeles
5h 05m
IAD16:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9 Aug
IAD20:19Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 29m
LAX22:48Los Angeles

Sun Country Air flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Our best Sun Country Air deals on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Sun Country Air
13 July
LAX23:55Los Angeles
8h 48m
1 stop
IAD11:43Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
16 July
IAD12:22Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 19m
1 stop
LAX22:41Los Angeles
Sun Country Air
13 July
LAX23:55Los Angeles
8h 48m
1 stop
IAD11:43Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20 July
IAD12:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22h 19m
1 stop
LAX07:59Los Angeles
Sun Country Air
19 July
LAX23:55Los Angeles
8h 48m
1 stop
IAD11:43Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
30 July
IAD12:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 31m
1 stop
LAX17:11Los Angeles

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C.?

The cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $458, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Washington, D.C. in August, then you should wait until September to fly from Los Angeles, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $487.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C.. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $490. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Washington, D.C. on Friday is $1,094.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

Flying to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $534 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to Washington, D.C. are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of $796. Departure times at midday fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles when booking 22 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $595 when searching 22 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles for as low as $482 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Los Angeles to Washington, D.C..

How have Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 22% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (LAX to WAS) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

$139

Fastest flight time

4h 41m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Washington, D.C.

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is $139. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $304.
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 41m
Direct flights go from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. every day.
There are 2 airports near Washington, D.C.: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)

  • How far is Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. by plane?

    Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. are 3695.7 km apart from one another. 4h 51m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Washington, D.C. are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Washington, D.C.?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Los Angeles Airport to Washington, D.C..

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Washington, D.C.. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

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Best airlines flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $462Free cancellationRating
7.4
8,793 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

    United Airlines flies from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. around 59 times per week, with 8,793 momondo users rating the airline 7.4/10. The cheapest United Airlines deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in the last 72 hours was $299 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $407 for United Airlines flights on this route.


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