Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

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

As of December 2025, 41 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 41% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

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

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

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 151 minutes.

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

As of December 2025, 293 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Washington, D.C. each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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 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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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.?

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 $481, 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 Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C.. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $586. 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 $1,077.

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 $603 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to Washington, D.C. are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of $677. 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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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $592 when searching weeks before you fly. 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 $496 on momondo.

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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 December 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 1% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is $90. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $512.

The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 54m

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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 48m is a normal flight duration for this route.
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Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Washington, D.C. are updated daily.
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.?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., the leading plane model is Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets), making up 21.68% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 17.20%, Boeing 737-900 with 15.30%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 with 11.29%.
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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 December 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 1% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. delayed?

Historically, on average around 12% of flights between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 151 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights?

Generally, flights departing in the evening tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 9% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of December 2025, 41 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 41% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

As of December 2025, 293 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Washington, D.C. each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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