Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles (LAX) from $43

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
WAS — LAX
May 21 — May 281

The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are usually found in September or October, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$238

One-way from

$43
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 26% potential price drop
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles

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

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 17% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, book at least 31 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 85% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $366 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $592.

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

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.. Prices for September average $351 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $106. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a September flight can save you 24% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (WAS - LAX)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights we've come across from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Wed 6/55:31 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/1010:10 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$101
Tue 6/410:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/68:30 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$105
Wed 6/55:31 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/1010:54 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop6h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$106
Tue 6/410:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/108:20 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop9h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$107
Tue 6/410:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/128:15 amLAX - BWI
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$113
Fri 5/317:41 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/107:20 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop10h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/16$114
Thu 5/306:56 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/810:21 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$117
Wed 9/118:00 amBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/1811:32 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$118
Thu 5/306:56 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/68:30 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$121
  • If you’re traveling from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights are typically 29% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $351.20 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $122. When traveling from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Los Angeles Airport. When flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, Spirit Airlines flights are 11% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Frontier flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Frontier flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Tue 8/207:00 amDCA - LAX
1 stop16h 40mFrontier
Tue 8/278:10 amLAX - DCA
1 stop6h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$177
Wed 8/2112:59 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop10h 41mFrontier
Wed 8/288:10 amLAX - DCA
1 stop10h 49mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$180
Mon 8/2612:59 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop10h 41mFrontier
Wed 8/288:10 amLAX - DCA
1 stop10h 49mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$185
Sat 5/2512:55 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Thu 5/308:10 amLAX - DCA
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$204
Mon 9/96:59 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop28h 41mFrontier
Wed 9/118:10 amLAX - DCA
1 stop10h 49mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$212
Wed 9/117:00 amDCA - LAX
1 stop16h 40mFrontier
Wed 9/188:10 amLAX - DCA
1 stop10h 49mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$213
Sat 5/2512:55 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Tue 5/288:10 amLAX - DCA
1 stop10h 49mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$230
Sat 5/2512:55 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Sun 5/268:10 amLAX - DCA
1 stop6h 58mFrontier
Deal found 5/14$280
Fri 5/246:57 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop28h 36mFrontier
Thu 5/308:10 amLAX - DCA
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$302
  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $442.27 RT. This price is typically 40% cheaper than other airlines that offer Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $129. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is the most common Washington, D.C. airport to take off from when flying to Los Angeles. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Los Angeles. When flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, Frontier flights are 11% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Prices were last updated on May 16, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Tue 6/410:02 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop13h 33mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/1010:54 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop12h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$139
Mon 6/36:37 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/118:30 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$140
Sun 6/26:56 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/53:40 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop19h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$141
Tue 6/116:39 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/185:35 amLAX - BWI
1 stop24h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$142
Fri 5/317:41 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/36:09 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/16$143
Mon 6/35:25 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 41mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/68:30 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/16$144
Tue 6/410:02 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop13h 33mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/128:15 amLAX - BWI
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$145
Fri 5/317:41 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/208:30 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$146
Mon 6/245:31 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/232:22 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop14h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$147

Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Wed 6/55:31 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/1010:10 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$101
Sun 6/26:56 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/510:10 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/16$105
Wed 6/55:31 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/1010:54 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop6h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$106
Tue 6/410:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/108:20 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop9h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$107
Tue 6/410:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/128:15 amLAX - BWI
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$113
Fri 5/317:41 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/107:20 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop10h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/16$114
Thu 5/306:56 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/810:21 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$117
Wed 9/118:00 amBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/1811:32 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$118
Thu 5/306:56 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/68:30 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$121

Non-stop flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.

Discover non-stop flight options from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. If you're looking for other options for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Thu 5/306:56 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/311:25 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$139
Mon 6/36:37 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/118:30 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$140
Fri 5/317:41 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/88:30 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$143
Thu 6/66:39 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/710:10 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$144
Thu 6/66:39 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/1310:10 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/16$145
Sat 6/16:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/208:30 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$146
Fri 7/56:39 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 31mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/238:13 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$147
Sat 5/256:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/2611:25 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$149
Thu 6/65:31 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/88:30 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$151

Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Sat 5/256:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/308:33 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$144
Sat 5/256:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/2611:25 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$149
Sat 5/256:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/309:00 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop8h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$173
Sun 5/266:56 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/308:33 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$174
Sat 5/256:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/2910:51 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$195
Sun 5/265:25 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 41mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/309:00 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop8h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$203
Sat 5/2512:55 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Thu 5/308:10 amLAX - DCA
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 5/15$204
Sat 5/256:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/2710:43 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop11h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$209
Sat 5/255:25 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/2810:30 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop8h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$210

One-way flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.

Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles can choose from these deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Tue 6/410:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$43
Tue 6/410:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$44
Tue 8/208:00 amBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/14$57
Mon 9/94:51 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$60
Fri 5/317:41 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$62
Mon 6/35:25 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$63
Wed 8/212:25 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop7h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$64
Tue 7/167:20 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop7h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$65
Tue 9/172:25 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop13h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/15$66

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,637,452 searches. Data last updated May 16, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$101 - $242

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Baltimore/WashingtonLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/5

Nonstop5h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/10

Nonstop5h 02m

$101

Baltimore/WashingtonLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 6/4

Nonstop5h 42m

Los Angeles

Thu 6/6

Nonstop5h 01m

$105

Baltimore/WashingtonLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 6/5

Nonstop5h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/10

1 stop6h 51m

$106

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalLos Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/20

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/27

1 stop6h 59m

$177

Baltimore/WashingtonLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 6/1

1 stop7h 55m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/4

1 stop13h 12m

$179

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlLos Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/31

Nonstop5h 29m

Los Angeles

Sun 9/1

Nonstop5h 03m

$197

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlLos Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 8/20

Nonstop5h 33m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/24

Nonstop5h 03m

$206

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlLos Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/10

1 stop9h 05m

Los Angeles

Sat 8/17

1 stop8h 00m

$216

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalLos Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/23

1 stop9h 57m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/26

1 stop9h 58m

$242

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 5/14

When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on May 10, 2024.
Booking 30 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is currently $58 while a round-trip flight costs $170. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (average of $238). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $323). 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.

January

$241

February

$258

March

$297

April

$279

May

$278

June

$318

July

$323

August

$264

September

$238

October

$243

November

$264

December

$246

Temperature and rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

LAX

Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated May 16, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines, Frontier and Alaska Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.1
Very good
9,157 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.0
Very good
10,673 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.6
Good
4,472 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.5
Good
2,919 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,040 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Related info for your journey

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

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. You should not have trouble finding flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 41 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the Los Angeles airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 9.4 mi journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Los Angeles’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $101, but on average you can expect to pay $120.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is less than $154.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

    22 flight departures from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 9% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 41% of flight departures

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

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles can take about 5h 30m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $101. There are 2296 mi between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $101 on this airline. Spirit Airlines is 71% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are Iberia (100%), Scandinavian Airlines (85%) and Ethiopian Air (82%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is $100. On average you can expect to pay $1,492. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $219.

  • What does IAD to LAX mean?

    IAD and LAX are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. IAD to LAX refers to a flight route from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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

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

    If you're on a layover in Chicago and looking for things to do, consider visiting Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, or Wrigley Field. Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, and Wrigley Field are located about 16.2 mi, 15.5 mi, and 13.0 mi, respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Chicago can rent one for about $55 per day.

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

    Most Charlotte visitors opt to spend their time at Carowind, North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, and NASCAR Hall of Fame. Carowind, North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center and NASCAR Hall of Fame are located about 8.2 mi, 5.8 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Charlotte looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $55 per day.

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight deals updated?

    The Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/16.

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FrontierCheapest$92Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$122Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest$129Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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JetBlueCheapest$130Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Sun Country AirCheapest$257Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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