Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. from £110

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Southwest Logo
05:00 - 20:45
LAX
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DCA
12h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
06:10 - 14:50
DCA
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LAX
11h 40m
2 stops
£201Southwest
Sat, 16 May - Tue, 19 May
United Airlines Logo
21:35 - 05:41
LAX
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IAD
5h 06mdirect
United Airlines Logo
22:20 - 00:57
IAD
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LAX
5h 37mdirect
£202United Airlines
Wed, 10 Jun - Sun, 14 Jun
United Airlines Logo
21:30 - 05:36
LAX
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IAD
5h 06mdirect
United Airlines Logo
20:23 - 23:00
IAD
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LAX
5h 37mdirect
£205United Airlines
Sat, 23 May - Tue, 26 May
United Airlines Logo
08:17 - 16:22
LAX
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IAD
5h 05mdirect
United Airlines Logo
07:00 - 09:33
IAD
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LAX
5h 33mdirect
£209United Airlines
Sat, 3 Oct - Sun, 11 Oct
American Airlines Logo
13:53 - 00:13
LAX
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IAD
7h 20m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
06:10 - 08:45
IAD
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LAX
5h 35mdirect
£212American Airlines
Fri, 5 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun
Southwest Logo
22:05 - 12:00
LAX
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DCA
10h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
13:00 - 20:35
DCA
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LAX
10h 35m
1 stop
£212Southwest
Wed, 10 Jun - Wed, 17 Jun
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06:00 - 16:25
LAX
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IAD
7h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
17:30 - 22:00
IAD
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LAX
7h 30m
1 stop
£212Southwest
Sat, 30 May - Tue, 2 Jun
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06:30 - 21:58
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DCA
12h 28m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
07:00 - 00:16
DCA
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LAX
20h 16m
1 stop
£213Frontier
Sun, 24 May - Sun, 31 May
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20:27 - 08:12
LAX
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IAD
8h 45m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
11:17 - 22:04
IAD
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LAX
13h 47m
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£213Frontier
Fri, 5 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun
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23:30 - 07:33
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IAD
5h 03mdirect
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22:20 - 00:57
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LAX
5h 37mdirect
£214United Airlines
Tue, 14 Jul - Fri, 24 Jul

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

Our best Southwest deals on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Southwest
16 May
LAX05:00Los Angeles Los Angeles
12h 45m
1 stop
DCA20:45Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
19 May
DCA06:10Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
11h 40m
2 stops
LAX14:50Los Angeles Los Angeles
£201
Southwest
30 May
LAX06:00Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 25m
1 stop
IAD16:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
2 Jun
IAD17:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 30m
1 stop
LAX22:00Los Angeles Los Angeles
£212
Southwest
30 May
LAX06:00Los Angeles Los Angeles
7h 25m
1 stop
IAD16:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
3 Jun
IAD06:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 00m
2 stops
LAX13:20Los Angeles Los Angeles
£216

Alaska Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
19 Oct
LAX22:20Los Angeles Los Angeles
16h 39m
1 stop
DCA17:59Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
20 Oct
DCA18:59Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
15h 33m
1 stop
LAX07:32Los Angeles Los Angeles
£227
Alaska Airlines
28 May
LAX16:19Los Angeles Los Angeles
12h 15m
1 stop
IAD07:34Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1 Jun
IAD06:00Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
11h 34m
1 stop
LAX14:34Los Angeles Los Angeles
£262
Alaska Airlines
23 May
LAX11:54Los Angeles Los Angeles
5h 12m
DCA20:06Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
29 May
DCA18:59Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
16h 35m
1 stop
LAX08:34Los Angeles Los Angeles
£264

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Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 16/5

05:00-20:45

1 stop12h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 19/5

06:10-14:50

2 stops11h 40m

£201

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 10/6

21:35-05:41

Nonstop5h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 14/6

22:20-00:57

Nonstop5h 37m

£202

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 23/5

21:30-05:36

Nonstop5h 06m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 26/5

20:23-23:00

Nonstop5h 37m

£205
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 3/10

08:17-16:22

Nonstop5h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 11/10

07:00-09:33

Nonstop5h 33m

£209

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/6

13:53-00:13

1 stop7h 20m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/6

06:10-08:45

Nonstop5h 35m

£212

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 10/6

22:05-12:00

1 stop10h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 17/6

13:00-20:35

1 stop10h 35m

£212

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 30/5

06:00-16:25

1 stop7h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/6

17:30-22:00

1 stop7h 30m

£212

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 24/5

06:30-21:58

1 stop12h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 31/5

07:00-00:16

1 stop20h 16m

£213

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/6

20:27-08:12

1 stop8h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/6

11:17-22:04

2 stops13h 47m

£213

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 14/7

23:30-07:33

Nonstop5h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 24/7

22:20-00:57

Nonstop5h 37m

£214

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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 typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.?

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 June. Flight prices, which tend to average around £241, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Washington, D.C. in June, then you should wait until July to fly from Los Angeles, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of £252.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as £373. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Los Angeles because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £657.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. when you can find flight prices for as low as £393. Flying to Washington, D.C. in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights to Washington, D.C. are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of £419. Departure times in the evening 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?

Fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National for the best Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles 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 £302 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 £207 on momondo.

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 April 2026, prices for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 34% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (LAX to WAS) flight deals and tips

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

Best price found

£190

Fastest flight time

5h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Washington, D.C.

2 airports
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is £190. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £213.
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. takes 5h 00m
Direct flights go from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. every day.
There are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. From Los Angeles there are direct flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

Frequently asked questions about flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

  • How far is Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. by plane?

    The distance between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. is about 2296.4 mi. 5h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

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

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

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Travelling to a place near Washington, D.C.?

Book flights to Washington, D.C. if you plan to visit one of these locations
College Park
Alexandria
Fairfax
Arlington
Gettysburg
Linthicum Heights
Glen Burnie
Laurel
Lutherville Timonium
Ellicott City
Cambridge
Westminster
Lexington Park
Woodbridge
Bethesda
Owings Mills
Silver Spring
Rockville
Landover
National Harbor

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Can I find flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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