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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — IAD
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl are usually found in September or May, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Dulles Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Dulles Intl (IAD). 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

$345

One-way from

$181

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$662

Good one-way deal

$303 or less
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 16/4-20/4
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 51m total
  • Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
Hawaiian Airlines
  • Hawaiian Airlines
  • 5/5
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 00m total
  • Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($141 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Dulles Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Dulles Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Wed 16/409:25LAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 57mAlaska Airlines
Sun 20/407:31IAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/3$345
Wed 7/508:00LAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 00mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 7/517:38IAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 49mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 23/3$352
Wed 16/418:50LAX - IAD
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 20/412:40IAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/3$353
Mon 14/410:25LAX - IAD
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Sat 19/417:50IAD - LAX
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 24/3$355
Thu 17/418:15LAX - IAD
1 stop14h 08mSun Country Air
Mon 21/411:37IAD - LAX
1 stop27h 58mSun Country Air
Deal found 24/3$485

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

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Los Angeles

Fly to

Dulles Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 16/4

09:25-17:22

Nonstop4h 57m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 20/4

07:31-10:25

Nonstop5h 54m

$345

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 7/5

08:00-16:00

Nonstop5h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/5

17:38-20:27

Nonstop5h 49m

$352

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 16/4

18:50-05:22

1 stop7h 32m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 20/4

12:40-15:28

Nonstop5h 48m

$353

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Mon 14/4

10:25-22:40

1 stop9h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 19/4

17:50-00:05

1 stop9h 15m

$355

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Thu 17/4

18:15-11:23

1 stop14h 08m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 21/4

11:37-12:35

1 stop27h 58m

$485

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Mon 5/5

08:00-16:00

Nonstop5h 00m

$181

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 21/5

18:52-05:22

1 stop7h 30m

$197

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 4/6

08:45-22:35

1 stop10h 50m

$205

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Tue 20/5

13:00-05:55

1 stop13h 55m

$213

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Fri 18/4

22:35-10:21

1 stop8h 46m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Dulles Intl

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to Dulles Intl. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 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 Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $1,013). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,608). 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 IAD?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Dulles Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Dulles Intl. 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 25 March 2025.

The most flights from LAX to IAD are scheduled on a Monday (33 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Dulles Intl by month

Plan your trip to Dulles Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Dulles Intl by month

Plan your trip to Dulles Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, 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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dulles Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dulles Intl. 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 Dulles Intl. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very Good

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl from Los Angeles, you will be flying from Los Angeles, which is the city’s only airport. Los Angeles (LAX) is located 15.1 km from the centre of Los Angeles. There are 23 flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day from 0 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Alaska Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, with prices starting at $345. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $352 and $353, respectively. Alaska Airlines is 44% 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. Dulles Intl Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $181 on Hawaiian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $197 and Southwest from $205 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport consider choosing Ethiopian Air(95%), Air China(94%) or Asiana Airlines(93%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $355 for a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $260 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $474.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Dulles Intl that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Dulles Intl flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to Dulles Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to Dulles Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (average of $1,013). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,608). 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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