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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles from $162

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles departing on 31/10. 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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Southwest Logo
10:45 - 17:20DCA-LAX
9h 35m1 stop
Southwest Logo
23:55 - 12:00LAX-DCA
9h 05m1 stop
$247Southwest
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Tue, 7 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct
Southwest Logo
12:35 - 19:25DCA-LAX
9h 50m2 stops
Southwest Logo
23:55 - 12:00LAX-DCA
9h 05m1 stop
$254Southwest
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Tue, 7 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct
Southwest Logo
10:45 - 17:15DCA-LAX
9h 30m2 stops
Southwest Logo
23:00 - 12:50LAX-DCA
10h 50m2 stops
$262Southwest
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Tue, 7 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct
Southwest Logo
12:35 - 19:25DCA-LAX
9h 50m2 stops
Southwest Logo
05:35 - 16:40LAX-DCA
8h 05m1 stop
$269Southwest
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Tue, 7 Oct - Sat, 11 Oct
United Airlines Logo
12:00 - 17:20DCA-LAX
8h 20m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
05:50 - 15:57LAX-DCA
7h 07m1 stop
$283United Airlines
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Wed, 21 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
Frontier Logo
08:00 - 07:35DCA-LAX
26h 35m1 stop
Frontier Logo
05:44 - 20:59LAX-DCA
12h 15m1 stop
$328Frontier
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Sun, 26 Oct - Sun, 2 Nov
United Airlines Logo
12:00 - 17:20DCA-LAX
8h 20m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
05:00 - 14:59LAX-DCA
6h 59m1 stop
$334United Airlines
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Mon, 19 Jan - Thu, 22 Jan
Alaska Airlines Logo
09:30 - 12:08DCA-LAX
5h 38mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:45 - 20:55LAX-DCA
5h 10mdirect
$347Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 3 Mar - Tue, 10 Mar
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
09:59 - 12:31DCA-LAX
5h 32mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
11:57 - 20:00LAX-DCA
5h 03mdirect
$353Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, 25 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
08:00 - 17:51DCA-LAX
12h 51m1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
11:57 - 20:00LAX-DCA
5h 03mdirect
$368Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, 5 Nov - Sat, 8 Nov

Southwest flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Our best Southwest deals on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight tickets
Southwest
7 Oct
DCA10:45Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 35m
1 stop
LAX17:20Los Angeles
14 Oct
LAX23:55Los Angeles
9h 05m
1 stop
DCA12:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$247
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Southwest
7 Oct
DCA12:35Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 50m
2 stops
LAX19:25Los Angeles
14 Oct
LAX23:55Los Angeles
9h 05m
1 stop
DCA12:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$254
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Southwest
7 Oct
DCA10:45Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 30m
2 stops
LAX17:15Los Angeles
14 Oct
LAX23:00Los Angeles
10h 50m
2 stops
DCA12:50Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$262
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Hawaiian Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Our best Hawaiian Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight tickets
Hawaiian Airlines
25 Oct
DCA09:59Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 32m
LAX12:31Los Angeles
29 Oct
LAX11:57Los Angeles
5h 03m
DCA20:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$353
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Hawaiian Airlines
5 Nov
DCA08:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 51m
1 stop
LAX17:51Los Angeles
8 Nov
LAX11:57Los Angeles
5h 03m
DCA20:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$368
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Hawaiian Airlines
25 Sept
DCA08:59Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 35m
LAX11:34Los Angeles
7 Oct
LAX13:02Los Angeles
5h 12m
DCA21:14Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$415
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Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/10

10:45-17:20

1 stop9h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 14/10

23:55-12:00

1 stop9h 05m

$247

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/10

12:35-19:25

2 stops9h 50m

Los Angeles

Tue 14/10

23:55-12:00

1 stop9h 05m

$254

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/10

10:45-17:15

2 stops9h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 14/10

23:00-12:50

2 stops10h 50m

$262

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/10

12:35-19:25

2 stops9h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/10

05:35-16:40

1 stop8h 05m

$269

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 21/1

12:00-17:20

1 stop8h 20m

Los Angeles

Sat 24/1

05:50-15:57

1 stop7h 07m

$283

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 26/10

08:00-07:35

1 stop26h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 2/11

05:44-20:59

1 stop12h 15m

$328

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 19/1

12:00-17:20

1 stop8h 20m

Los Angeles

Thu 22/1

05:00-14:59

1 stop6h 59m

$334

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/3

09:30-12:08

Nonstop5h 38m

Los Angeles

Tue 10/3

12:45-20:55

Nonstop5h 10m

$347

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 25/10

09:59-12:31

Nonstop5h 32m

Los Angeles

Wed 29/10

11:57-20:00

Nonstop5h 03m

$353

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/11

08:00-17:51

1 stop12h 51m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/11

11:57-20:00

Nonstop5h 03m

$368

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of July is another great option to travel to Los Angeles, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $484.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

According to our data, Friday is the cheapest day to fly to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.. The lowest ticket price found for a Friday departure recently was $1,204. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $3,138. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Los Angeles.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Flying to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $1,923 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to Los Angeles are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of $2,930. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $561 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. for as low as $477 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles 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 Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights?

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

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

As of September 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights are approximately 6% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Cheap Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (WAS to LAX) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Best price found

$1,135

Fastest flight time

5h 27m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Los Angeles

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $1,135. The best return flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $2,180.
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles takes 5h 27m
Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles every day.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)
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  • How far is Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles by plane?

    Los Angeles is 3695.7 km away from Washington, D.C.. Flights usually cover this in 5h 32m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles Airport were last updated today.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Los Angeles Airport 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 Los Angeles Airport. 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 Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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