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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles from $181

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 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — LAX
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Los Angeles are usually found in September or January, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) 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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$359

One-way from

$181

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$668

Good one-way deal

$1,418 or less
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 9/9-16/9
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 40m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 6/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 58m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Los Angeles.

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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 April 2025.

Fri 4/706:10DCA - LAX
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Thu 10/722:55LAX - DCA
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 15/4$353
Tue 9/909:00DCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Tue 16/912:48LAX - DCA
Nonstop5h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/4$359
Sat 6/910:30DCA - LAX
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/905:25LAX - DCA
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/4$383
Tue 6/517:10DCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 40mDelta
Sat 10/508:00LAX - DCA
Nonstop5h 05mDelta
Deal found 15/4$393
Tue 19/809:59DCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 26/806:00LAX - DCA
1 stop8h 59mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 15/4$409
Thu 17/706:30DCA - LAX
1 stop9h 30mJetBlue
Mon 28/720:25LAX - DCA
1 stop11h 13mJetBlue
Deal found 15/4$420
Sat 24/517:30DCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Wed 28/512:55LAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/4$442
Sun 4/508:59DCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/506:15LAX - DCA
1 stop7h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4$467

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Reagan-National

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/7

06:10-11:40

1 stop8h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/7

22:55-08:45

1 stop6h 50m

$353

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/9

09:00-11:29

Nonstop5h 29m

Los Angeles

Tue 16/9

12:48-20:59

Nonstop5h 11m

$359

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 6/9

10:30-15:34

1 stop8h 04m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/9

05:25-15:55

1 stop7h 30m

$383

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/5

17:10-19:50

Nonstop5h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/5

08:00-16:05

Nonstop5h 05m

$393

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 19/8

09:59-12:33

Nonstop5h 34m

Los Angeles

Tue 26/8

06:00-17:59

1 stop8h 59m

$409

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 17/7

06:30-13:00

1 stop9h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 28/7

20:25-10:38

1 stop11h 13m

$420

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 24/5

17:30-20:16

Nonstop5h 46m

Los Angeles

Wed 28/5

12:55-20:52

Nonstop4h 57m

$442

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/5

08:59-11:57

Nonstop5h 58m

Los Angeles

Sat 10/5

06:15-16:59

1 stop7h 44m

$467

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/5

08:59-11:57

Nonstop5h 58m

$181

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 30/6

18:50-00:25

1 stop8h 35m

$196

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to Los Angeles

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Reagan-National to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles (average of $784). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). 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 DCA to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Reagan-National to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 April 2025.

The most flights from DCA to LAX are scheduled on a Tuesday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, 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 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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 15 April 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very Good

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Los Angeles, you will be flying into Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 15.1 km from the centre vof the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 18 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. 0 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National on a regular basis.

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

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles are Alaska Airlines ($181), Southwest ($196), and Hawaiian Airlines ($203).

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

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles is generally $1,645, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $384. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $485 for that flight.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles (average of $784). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,319). 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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