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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. from $144

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. departing on 27/4. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Best price found

$144

Fastest flight time

4h 47m

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 $144. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $287.
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 47m
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 to get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

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

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

February. The cheapest time of year to fly to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles is February. The most expensive is June.

What is the cheapest day to depart Los Angeles for Washington, D.C.?

Tuesday. The cheapest day of the week is usually Tuesday. The most expensive is usually Thursday.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

In the afternoon. Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 44% more expensive in the morning than in the afternoon

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles?

Spirit Airlines. Alaska Airlines, Spirit Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

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

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

How far in advance should you book Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights?

33 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. is approximately 33 days to departure

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. on average per day?

As of March 2024, 40 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Washington, D.C. each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 12:00, with 48% of daily flights taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. on average per week?

As of March 2024, 285 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Washington, D.C. each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Monday, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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..

If you are looking to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., you are most likely going to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, the most popular airports on that route. When travelling from Los Angeles, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly into when you land in Washington, D.C.. The nearest airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport which is located in Washington, D.C.. The least expensive flight option from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. will typically be LAX — IAD during the month of March with an average price of $410 RT.

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA)$945
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Los Angeles Airport (LAX) to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)$410
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Easily compare return flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. by changing tabs
Alaska Airlines
4 May
LAX08:48Los Angeles
5h 01m
IAD16:49Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11 May
IAD07:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 38m
LAX09:48Los Angeles
JetBlue
24 Apr
LAX21:15Los Angeles
10h 50m
1 stop
DCA11:05Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
27 Apr
DCA09:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
13h 28m
1 stop
LAX19:28Los Angeles
Delta
3 May
LAX08:20Los Angeles
4h 59m
DCA16:19Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
4 May
DCA17:35Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 52m
LAX20:27Los Angeles
Sun Country Air
27 Apr
LAX11:45Los Angeles
21h 02m
1 stop
IAD11:47Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29 Apr
IAD11:50Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 38m
1 stop
LAX12:28Los Angeles
United Airlines
22 Apr
LAX23:59Los Angeles
8h 44m
1 stop
IAD11:43Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
15 May
IAD17:50Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 36m
LAX20:26Los Angeles
Alaska Airlines
23 Apr
LAX09:00Los Angeles
4h 59m
IAD16:59Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4 May
IAD07:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 38m
LAX09:48Los Angeles

Find the cheapest one-way flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

If you're looking for one-way flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., view some of our deals below provided by Alaska Airlines and JetBlue
Alaska Airlines
27 Apr
LAX08:48Los Angeles
5h 01m
IAD16:49Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
JetBlue
22 May
LAX21:45Los Angeles
10h 59m
1 stop
DCA11:44Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Multiple Airlines
20 May
LAX21:37Los Angeles
30h 43m
2 stops
IAD07:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Search last-minute flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles

Find and compare return flight prices for your last-minute flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
Alaska Airlines
4 Apr
LAX21:38Los Angeles
4h 47m
IAD05:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11 Apr
IAD07:13Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 52m
LAX10:05Los Angeles
United Airlines
7 Apr
LAX23:15Los Angeles
4h 57m
IAD07:12Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12 Apr
IAD22:01Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 44m
LAX00:45Los Angeles
Delta
7 Apr
LAX00:40Los Angeles
6h 55m
1 stop
DCA10:35Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
16 Apr
DCA17:35Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 51m
LAX20:26Los Angeles
JetBlue
7 Apr
LAX23:59Los Angeles
10h 40m
1 stop
DCA13:39Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10 Apr
DCA18:30Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 19m
1 stop
LAX00:49Los Angeles
Sun Country Air
2 Apr
LAX17:05Los Angeles
13h 52m
1 stop
IAD09:57Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4 Apr
IAD19:55Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29h 48m
1 stop
LAX22:43Los Angeles
Southwest
2 Apr
LAX05:10Los Angeles
6h 50m
1 stop
DCA15:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5 Apr
DCA16:35Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 30m
2 stops
LAX00:05Los Angeles

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

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. with momondo
Airline
Rating
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $170Free cancellationRating
6.4
8,843 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $365Free cancellationRating
8.1
9,127 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $384Free cancellationRating
7.4
11,470 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

    Alaska Airlines flies from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. around 17 times per week, with 9,127 momondo users rating the airline 8.1/10. The cheapest Alaska Airlines deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in the last 72 hours was $238 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $353 for Alaska Airlines flights on this route.

  • United Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

    $250 is the best United Airlines flight deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average United Airlines ticket price found was closer to $461, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. United Airlines (7.4/10 from 11,470 user reviews) flies into Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles 31 times in an average week so prices can vary.


Alaska Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
4 May
LAX08:48Los Angeles
5h 01m
IAD16:49Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11 May
IAD07:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 38m
LAX09:48Los Angeles
Alaska Airlines
23 Apr
LAX09:00Los Angeles
4h 59m
IAD16:59Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
4 May
IAD07:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 38m
LAX09:48Los Angeles
Alaska Airlines
19 Apr
LAX22:35Los Angeles
4h 50m
IAD06:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27 Apr
IAD07:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 38m
LAX09:48Los 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
27 Apr
LAX11:45Los Angeles
21h 02m
1 stop
IAD11:47Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
29 Apr
IAD11:50Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27h 38m
1 stop
LAX12:28Los Angeles
Sun Country Air
4 Sept
LAX17:25Los Angeles
14h 55m
1 stop
IAD11:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8 Sept
IAD13:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 52m
1 stop
LAX10:12Los Angeles
Sun Country Air
6 June
LAX23:55Los Angeles
8h 48m
1 stop
IAD11:43Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10 June
IAD10:50Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
26h 38m
1 stop
LAX10:28Los Angeles

  • 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 47m 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.


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