How popular is this Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. have been viewed 131 times in the past calendar month.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $131 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Frontier, starting at $159 and $230 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 63% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. one-way?

For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $65. Users have also found prices from $80 and $93 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

What are the most popular routes from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Los Angeles - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C..

What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

On average you can expect to pay $626 for a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $50 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National) is currently priced at $232.

What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (95%), Virgin Australia (94%), Air New Zealand( 91%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

When booking a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta as they are the most popular for this route.

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights have a layover in Chicago most often. Chicago is followed by Denver in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C..

Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights?

The least popular layover on flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. is Las Vegas.

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Chicago?

Chicago travelers tend to visit Magnificent Mile, River North, and Grant Park more than anywhere else. Travelers on a layover in Chicago can visit Magnificent Mile, River North, and Grant Park, by traveling 15.5 mi, 15.0 mi, and 16.2 mi, respectively after landing at Chicago O'Hare Intl. Those on a layover in Chicago in need of a rental car can book one at Chicago O'Hare Intl for about $69.

What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Denver?

Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are currently the most popular points of interest in Denver at the moment. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall and Paramount Theatre are located about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at Denver Intl for about $64 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Tuesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

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

To save up to 88% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 33 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. from $377 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $608 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, August can be a great choice for travel to Washington, D.C.. Flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles in August are about $354 on average during August, but can be found for as low as $130.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles, you will be flying from Los Angeles, which is the city’s only airport. Los Angeles (LAX) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Los Angeles. There are 44 flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. per day from 9 different airlines.

Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C..

Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Q: How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $207 and $397 in August. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $131 on Spirit Airlines (Aug 28-Sep 2).

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 28, 2025.

Thu 8/2810:50 pmLAX - BWI

Nonstop5h 04mSpirit Airlines

Tue 9/25:45 amBWI - LAX

Nonstop5h 32mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$131

Sat 9/69:00 pmLAX - BWI

Nonstop5h 00mSouthwest

Sat 9/139:10 pmBWI - LAX

Nonstop5h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 7/27

$159

Tue 9/97:20 amLAX - DCA

1 stop11h 39mFrontier

Tue 9/166:00 pmDCA - LAX

1 stop9h 27mFrontier

Deal found 7/26

$230

Sat 9/69:45 pmLAX - DCA

1 stop9h 11mJetBlue

Sat 9/133:15 pmDCA - LAX

1 stop10h 15mJetBlue

Deal found 7/26

$232

Wed 8/277:45 amLAX - DCA

Nonstop5h 01mDelta

Sat 8/304:40 pmDCA - LAX

Nonstop5h 30mDelta

Deal found 7/26

$237

Fri 8/810:24 pmLAX - IAD

1 stop22h 02mMultiple Airlines

Mon 8/116:10 amIAD - LAX

1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/26

$237

Tue 9/912:47 pmLAX - DCA

Nonstop5h 12mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/166:00 pmDCA - LAX

1 stop9h 27mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/26

$243

Tue 10/141:18 pmLAX - IAD

1 stop7h 27mFrontier

Wed 10/227:25 amIAD - LAX

1 stop7h 58mFrontier

Deal found 7/26

$245

Tue 8/268:18 amLAX - IAD

Nonstop5h 07mUnited Airlines

Sat 8/305:40 pmIAD - LAX

Nonstop5h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/26

$247

Sat 8/3012:55 pmLAX - DCA

Nonstop5h 05mAmerican Airlines

Sat 9/68:20 amDCA - LAX

Nonstop5h 29mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/26

$248

Sat 8/3012:47 pmLAX - DCA

Nonstop5h 12mHawaiian Airlines

Tue 9/25:49 pmDCA - LAX

1 stop9h 12mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 7/26

$257

Sat 8/305:40 amLAX - IAD

1 stop7h 40mSouthwest

Wed 9/35:45 amIAD - LAX

1 stop9h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 7/27

$257

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Thu 8/2810:50 pmLAX - BWI

Nonstop5h 04mSpirit Airlines

Tue 9/25:45 amBWI - LAX

Nonstop5h 32mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$131

Sat 9/69:00 pmLAX - BWI

Nonstop5h 00mSouthwest

Sat 9/139:10 pmBWI - LAX

Nonstop5h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 7/26

$159

Tue 9/97:20 amLAX - DCA

1 stop11h 39mFrontier

Tue 9/166:00 pmDCA - LAX

1 stop9h 27mFrontier

Deal found 7/26

$230

Sat 9/69:45 pmLAX - DCA

1 stop9h 11mJetBlue

Sat 9/133:15 pmDCA - LAX

1 stop10h 15mJetBlue

Deal found 7/26

$232

Wed 8/277:45 amLAX - DCA

Nonstop5h 01mDelta

Sun 8/314:40 pmDCA - LAX

Nonstop5h 30mDelta

Deal found 7/26

$237

Fri 8/810:24 pmLAX - IAD

1 stop22h 02mMultiple Airlines

Mon 8/116:10 amIAD - LAX

1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/26

$237

Tue 8/268:18 amLAX - IAD

Nonstop5h 07mUnited Airlines

Sat 8/305:40 pmIAD - LAX

Nonstop5h 31mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/26

$247

Sat 8/3012:55 pmLAX - DCA

Nonstop5h 05mAmerican Airlines

Sat 9/68:20 amDCA - LAX

Nonstop5h 29mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/26

$248

Sat 8/3012:47 pmLAX - DCA

Nonstop5h 12mAlaska Airlines

Mon 9/88:59 amDCA - LAX

Nonstop5h 35mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$257

Thu 8/2812:47 pmLAX - DCA

Nonstop5h 12mHawaiian Airlines

Tue 9/28:59 amDCA - LAX

Nonstop5h 35mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$267

Tue 9/912:47 pmLAX - DCA

Nonstop5h 12mMultiple Airlines

Tue 9/166:00 pmDCA - LAX

1 stop9h 27mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/26

$243

Tue 10/141:18 pmLAX - IAD

1 stop7h 27mFrontier

Wed 10/227:25 amIAD - LAX

1 stop7h 58mFrontier

Deal found 7/26

$245

Last-minute flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated July 28, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Sat 8/26:15 amLAX - BWI

1 stop7h 16mMultiple Airlines

Wed 8/68:54 amBWI - LAX

1 stop13h 51mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/26

$212

Sat 8/26:15 amLAX - DCA

1 stop12h 42mFrontier

Wed 8/136:00 pmDCA - LAX

1 stop9h 27mFrontier

Deal found 7/25

$258

Tue 8/59:25 pmLAX - BWI

1 stop11h 06mFrontier

Sat 8/165:26 pmBWI - LAX

1 stop10h 01mFrontier

Deal found 7/27

$258

Tue 8/53:48 pmLAX - IAD

1 stop11h 46mFrontier

Sat 8/1612:27 pmIAD - LAX

1 stop8h 30mFrontier

Deal found 7/27

$258

Tue 8/58:15 amLAX - DCA

Nonstop5h 06mAmerican Airlines

Sun 8/318:20 amDCA - LAX

Nonstop5h 19mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$347

Tue 8/511:01 pmLAX - IAD

Nonstop5h 06mUnited Airlines

Sun 8/318:50 amIAD - LAX

Nonstop5h 34mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$347

Tue 8/512:37 pmLAX - DCA

1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines

Sun 8/318:30 amDCA - LAX

1 stop7h 56mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$362

Tue 8/58:20 amLAX - IAD

Nonstop5h 05mAlaska Airlines

Fri 8/158:19 pmIAD - LAX

Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 7/25

$377

Thu 8/710:24 pmLAX - BWI

1 stop12h 21mSpirit Airlines

Tue 8/195:45 amBWI - LAX

Nonstop5h 32mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$165

Thu 8/74:50 pmLAX - IAD

1 stop10h 44mMultiple Airlines

Wed 8/137:30 amIAD - LAX

1 stop14h 33mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/26

$281

Thu 8/76:15 amLAX - DCA

1 stop7h 44mMultiple Airlines

Thu 8/218:59 amDCA - LAX

Nonstop5h 29mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/25

$343

Thu 8/75:44 pmLAX - IAD

1 stop15h 47mSun Country Air

Thu 8/2812:48 pmIAD - LAX

1 stop12h 54mSun Country Air

Deal found 7/25

$378

One-way flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

Tue 9/1610:31 amLAX - BWI

1 stop9h 02mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$65

Sat 10/119:00 pmLAX - BWI

Nonstop5h 00mSouthwest

Deal found 7/27

$80

Thu 9/410:59 pmLAX - BWI

1 stop8h 54mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$93

Wed 8/276:45 amLAX - IAD

1 stop20h 45mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$98

Tue 8/196:45 amLAX - DCA

1 stop12h 14mFrontier

Deal found 7/26

$103

Thu 8/283:31 pmLAX - IAD

1 stop11h 59mFrontier

Deal found 7/27

$103

Wed 8/69:19 amLAX - BWI

1 stop12h 06mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/26

$104

Sat 8/3012:55 pmLAX - DCA

Nonstop5h 05mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$109

Sat 8/304:29 pmLAX - IAD

Nonstop5h 01mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$109

Sat 8/3012:35 pmLAX - DCA

1 stop7h 08mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$119

Sat 8/305:40 amLAX - IAD

1 stop7h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 7/27

$119

Sat 8/26:15 amLAX - BWI

1 stop7h 16mFrontier

Deal found 7/27

$123

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Thu 8/28

10:50 pm-6:54 am

Nonstop5h 04m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/2

5:45 am-8:17 am

Nonstop5h 32m

$131

Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

9:00 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop5h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 9/13

9:10 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$159

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

7:20 am-9:59 pm

1 stop11h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/16

6:00 pm-12:27 am

1 stop9h 27m

$230

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

9:45 pm-9:56 am

1 stop9h 11m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/13

3:15 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$232

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

7:45 am-3:46 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 8/31

4:40 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$237

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Fri 8/8

10:24 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop22h 02m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/11

6:10 am-7:45 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$237

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

12:47 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/16

6:00 pm-12:27 am

1 stop9h 27m

$243

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Tue 10/14

1:18 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/22

7:25 am-12:23 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$245

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Tue 8/26

8:18 am-4:25 pm

Nonstop5h 07m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/30

5:40 pm-8:11 pm

Nonstop5h 31m

$247

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

12:55 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop5h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/6

8:20 am-10:49 am

Nonstop5h 29m

$248

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The best insider tips for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights

Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. trip

Airlines

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian's Economy Class offers 32-inch pitch seats, ensuring a comfortable flight.

Ethiopian Airlines' ShebaSkyConnect Wi-Fi is available on A350, B777, and most B787 aircraft.

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United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, perfect for a more comfortable journey.

United's Polaris Lounges offer showers and dining, enhancing your travel experience.

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Alaska Airlines

Alaska's Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, ideal for added comfort.

Alaska Airlines' Wi-Fi is a flat fee, great for staying productive during flights.

Read more about Alaska Airlinesby Robert Schrader

Airports

LAX

For shorter security lines, consider using the Tom Bradley International Terminal, especially in the morning or midday.

DCA

DCA is easily accessible via the D.C. Metro, with a dedicated stop on the Yellow and Blue lines.

IAD

The Silver Line Metro now connects IAD to downtown D.C. in under 40 minutes, offering a cost-effective travel option.

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 32 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to WAS?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

The most flights from LAX to WAS are scheduled on a Sunday (54 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 64% of 1-stop itineraries from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $128.

What’s the fastest layover option from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 2h 59m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 02m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,237 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,975 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Hawaiian Airlines

7.8

Good

2,604 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,892 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?
If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles, you will be flying from Los Angeles, which is the city’s only airport. Los Angeles (LAX) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Los Angeles. There are 44 flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. per day from 9 different airlines.
How popular is this Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight route?
Flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. have been viewed 131 times in the past calendar month.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. round-trip?
Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $131 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Frontier, starting at $159 and $230 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 63% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $65. Users have also found prices from $80 and $93 on Southwest and American Airlines, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?
Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Los Angeles - Baltimore/Washington when deciding on the best route from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C..
What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?
Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (95%), Virgin Australia (94%), Air New Zealand( 91%).
What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?
On average you can expect to pay $626 for a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $50 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National) is currently priced at $232.
Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?
Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights have a layover in Chicago most often. Chicago is followed by Denver in terms of the most popular layover location on flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C..
What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Chicago?
Chicago travelers tend to visit Magnificent Mile, River North, and Grant Park more than anywhere else. Travelers on a layover in Chicago can visit Magnificent Mile, River North, and Grant Park, by traveling 15.5 mi, 15.0 mi, and 16.2 mi, respectively after landing at Chicago O'Hare Intl. Those on a layover in Chicago in need of a rental car can book one at Chicago O'Hare Intl for about $69.
What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Denver?
Coors Field, 16th Street Mall, and Paramount Theatre are currently the most popular points of interest in Denver at the moment. Coors Field, 16th Street Mall and Paramount Theatre are located about 18.4 mi, 18.7 mi, and 18.6 mi, respectively from Denver Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Travelers can book a car rental at Denver Intl for about $64 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.
Where are the least popular layover locations for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights?
The least popular layover on flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. is Las Vegas.
Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?
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How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C..
Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$80	Average$225	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Frontier	Cheapest$110	Average$237	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Hawaiian Airlines	Cheapest$138	Average$362	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time85%
Delta	Cheapest$138	Average$433	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
JetBlue	Cheapest$156	Average$304	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Southwest	Cheapest$195	Average$360	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$206	Average$417	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
United Airlines	Cheapest$215	Average$378	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$226	Average$424	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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