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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — WAS
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. are usually found in August or February, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$360

One-way from

$181

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$756
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 25/5-27/8
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 48m total
  • Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 9/1
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 54m total
  • Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
High demand for flights, 9% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Wed 25/1211:10LAX - IAD
1 stop9h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/114:19IAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12$519
Tue 31/1208:00LAX - IAD
1 stop10h 30mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/117:25IAD - LAX
2 stops22h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/12$543
Wed 25/1214:15LAX - DCA
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Tue 31/1206:30DCA - LAX
1 stop8h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12$565
Fri 27/1208:09LAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 51mDelta
Mon 20/106:00DCA - LAX
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 17/12$630
Fri 27/1213:08LAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 51mAlaska Airlines
Mon 20/109:00DCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 17/12$638
Fri 27/1214:10LAX - IAD
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Sat 11/107:15IAD - LAX
2 stops14h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 18/12$645
Wed 25/1206:20LAX - DCA
1 stop11h 35mSouthwest
Mon 6/109:25DCA - LAX
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 18/12$708
Thu 26/1213:30LAX - IAD
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Mon 6/106:00IAD - LAX
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 18/12$738
Thu 19/1222:10LAX - DCA
1 stop8h 50mJetBlue
Sun 22/1216:00DCA - LAX
1 stop8h 43mJetBlue
Deal found 18/12$1,159

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

Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sun 25/5

12:45-20:55

Nonstop5h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 27/8

09:30-12:08

Nonstop5h 38m

$360

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 12/3

23:40-07:31

Nonstop4h 51m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 26/3

09:17-12:24

Nonstop6h 07m

$360

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 15/1

08:16-16:10

Nonstop4h 54m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 19/1

17:10-20:15

Nonstop6h 05m

$370

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Tue 1/4

06:00-16:01

1 stop7h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 7/4

14:00-18:35

1 stop7h 35m

$384

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Tue 18/3

20:35-08:54

1 stop9h 19m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 25/3

15:50-23:59

1 stop11h 09m

$387

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Mon 20/1

21:55-09:08

1 stop8h 13m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 24/1

10:03-16:19

1 stop9h 16m

$437

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Thu 13/3

15:00-05:32

1 stop11h 32m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 2/4

07:00-14:16

1 stop10h 16m

$502

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Fri 10/1

09:05-23:05

2 stops11h 00m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 18/1

15:00-20:15

1 stop8h 15m

$518

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 22/1

10:00-21:50

2 stops8h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 29/1

11:40-19:20

2 stops10h 40m

$562

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 9/1

13:05-20:59

Nonstop4h 54m

$181

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2024.

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. 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 Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,013). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. 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 19 December 2024.

The most flights from LAX to WAS are scheduled on a Wednesday (45 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. 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. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 19 December 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Southwest from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.0
Very Good
9,551 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

8.0
Very Good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.4
Good
3,274 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

7.4
Good
9,055 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

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    Located just 15.1 km from the city centre, Los Angeles is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles. Booking flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 15 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 2 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. is Alaska Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $360 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Delta, starting at $360 and $370 round-trip. Alaska Airlines is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $181. United Airlines flights start at $181 while deals on JetBlue start at $194 one-way.

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    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. consider choosing Iberia(100%), Asiana Airlines(92%) or Air China(90%), 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.?

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,013). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. 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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