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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
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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 $453, 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 $482.
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 $486. 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 $1,083.
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 $499 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to Washington, D.C. are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of $788. 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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $588 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 $478 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 July 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 32% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.
How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. on average per day?
As of July 2025, 39 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Washington, D.C. each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 08:00, with 44% of daily flights taking off at midday.
How many flights depart from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. on average per week?
As of July 2025, 276 flights take off from Los Angeles and land in Washington, D.C. each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
When to book flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
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Best price found | $137 |
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Fastest flight time | 4h 33m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in Washington, D.C. | 2 airports |
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 50m 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 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 MAX 9, making up 18.63% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 17.63%, Boeing 737-900 with 12.43%, and Boeing 757-300 with 9.61%.
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., the leading airline is Frontier, making up 56% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Alaska Airlines with 44%.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?
We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. for you.
Can I find flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. All flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles on momondo can be compared and filtered by various policies on offer, including flexible booking.
How can momondo help me find flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?
momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Price alerts on flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles are quick and easy to set up on momondo. Simply perform a search and select the price alert feature. It is as simple as that.