Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles from $179
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 25/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are usually found in September or August, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Sunday and return on a Friday
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 21 February 2025.
Round-trip from | $346 |
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One-way from | $179 |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $513 |
Good round-trip deal | $1,523 or less |
Good one-way deal | $647 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Los AngelesExplore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.
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Fly to
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Depart
Return
Price
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 2/4
09:00-12:03
Nonstop6h 03m
Los Angeles
Wed 2/4
13:03-20:59
Nonstop4h 56m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 16/4
09:00-12:03
Nonstop6h 03m
Los Angeles
Tue 29/4
06:15-16:59
1 stop7h 44m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 2/4
09:00-12:03
Nonstop6h 03m
Los Angeles
Tue 15/4
13:03-20:59
Nonstop4h 56m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 29/4
11:00-20:38
1 stop12h 38m
Los Angeles
Sat 10/5
06:00-17:53
1 stop8h 53m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sat 24/5
16:45-21:17
1 stop7h 32m
Los Angeles
Mon 2/6
23:37-10:56
1 stop8h 19m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 12/3
17:10-20:06
Nonstop5h 56m
Los Angeles
Wed 19/3
08:15-16:00
Nonstop4h 45m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 22/4
14:55-21:10
2 stops9h 15m
Los Angeles
Wed 30/4
05:50-16:10
1 stop7h 20m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 25/3
09:00-12:03
Nonstop6h 03m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 3/6
18:45-01:33
1 stop9h 48m
Washington, D.C.Los Angeles
DCA - LAX
DCALAX
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 2/6
14:00-19:11
1 stop8h 11m
Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles
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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles
Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.
Booking 33 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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (average of $793). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to LAX?
Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 21 February 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 35% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.
Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles
Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 21 February 2025.
The most flights from WAS to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (45 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (30 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 21 February 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Comfort
Overall
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Christine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Entertainment
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Christine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Entertainment
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Christine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Entertainment
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Christine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Entertainment
Reviews
Christine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
Food
Boarding
Comfort
Overall
Crew
Entertainment
Reviews
Christine,Aug 2024
DEN - LGB
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