Washington, D.C.

$168+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

LAX — WAS
Dec 8 — Dec 151
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

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Deal found 11/3$298
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Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$298
(Travelocity)

One-way from

$168
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$446

Good round-trip deal

$402 or less

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 12/16

7:35 am-3:21 pm

Nonstop4h 46m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$179
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Sat 4/10

8:40 am-4:13 pm

Nonstop4h 33m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$179

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sat 12/5

7:35 am-3:21 pm

Nonstop4h 46m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$179

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Sun 1/10

4:10 pm-12:06 am

Nonstop4h 56m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$179

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Thu 11/26

8:25 am-4:23 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$179

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 2/10

8:15 am-4:13 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$179

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Sat 2/20

11:59 pm-7:58 am

Nonstop4h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$189

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Mon 1/4

11:14 pm-7:00 am

Nonstop4h 46m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$189

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Tue 1/5

1:11 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop4h 59m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$189

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 12/30

9:35 pm-5:29 am

Nonstop4h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-9:00 pm

Nonstop0h 00m

$189

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
Super.comPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (average of $390). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $517). 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 at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

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

The most flights from LAX to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (50 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

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 $330 and $620 in December.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $298 on Multiple Airlines (Dec 3-Dec 8).

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

Charlotte (CLT) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 23% 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.?

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $160.

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: 7h 26m.

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 00m.

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

About 11% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 155 minutes.

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

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

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

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Saturday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

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

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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 87 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 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 evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andUnited Airlines 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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

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 31 flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. per day from 7 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

    There are many flights that can get you from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in 4h 46m. Fly via United Airlines, Delta, or Southwest to get the fastest option. Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 2304 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $118 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are JetBlue and Southwest, starting at $186 and $245 round-trip. Frontier is 72% 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 Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $74. Users have also found prices from $105 and $116 on Southwest and JetBlue, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes 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: Asiana Airlines (91%), Egyptair (89%), Air China( 87%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,364 for a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $168 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National) is currently priced at $246.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying 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, Grant Park, and River North more than anywhere else. Travelers on a layover in Chicago can visit Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North, by traveling 15.5 mi, 16.2 mi, and 15.0 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 $62.

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

  • 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (average of $390). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $517). 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 7 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$118Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$186Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$208Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$245Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$250Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$257Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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