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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. from $179

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Cheap return flights

These are some of the best return flight deals from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
06:30 - 12:03LAX-DCA
26h 33m1 stop
18:00 - 00:25DCA-LAX
9h 25m1 stop
$211Frontier
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Mon, 3 Mar - Tue, 11 Mar
21:50 - 05:40LAX-IAD
4h 50mdirect
07:31 - 10:25IAD-LAX
5h 54mdirect
$357Hawaiian Airlines
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Thu, 20 Mar - Mon, 24 Mar
06:00 - 16:30LAX-IAD
7h 30m1 stop
07:31 - 10:25IAD-LAX
5h 54mdirect
$372Alaska Airlines
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Thu, 20 Mar - Thu, 27 Mar
06:00 - 16:30LAX-IAD
7h 30m1 stop
07:00 - 14:48IAD-LAX
10h 48m1 stop
$387Alaska Airlines
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Thu, 20 Mar - Wed, 26 Mar
23:37 - 09:57LAX-DCA
7h 20m1 stop
11:05 - 16:15DCA-LAX
8h 10m1 stop
$388United Airlines
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Fri, 15 Aug - Fri, 22 Aug
14:16 - 23:59LAX-IAD
6h 43m1 stop
08:30 - 13:04IAD-LAX
7h 34m1 stop
$388United Airlines
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Wed, 19 Mar - Wed, 26 Mar
08:02 - 16:00LAX-DCA
4h 58mdirect
17:10 - 20:02DCA-LAX
5h 52mdirect
$396Delta
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Wed, 23 Apr - Tue, 29 Apr
08:15 - 18:10LAX-IAD
6h 55m1 stop
15:40 - 22:20IAD-LAX
9h 40m2 stops
$396Southwest
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Wed, 12 Mar - Tue, 18 Mar
23:10 - 10:10LAX-DCA
8h 00m1 stop
14:55 - 21:10DCA-LAX
9h 15m2 stops
$435Southwest
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Wed, 16 Apr - Tue, 22 Apr
08:06 - 16:00LAX-DCA
4h 54mdirect
17:10 - 20:06DCA-LAX
5h 56mdirect
$467Delta
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Tue, 4 Mar - Tue, 11 Mar

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
20 Mar
LAX06:00Los Angeles
7h 30m
1 stop
IAD16:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
27 Mar
IAD07:31Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 54m
LAX10:25Los Angeles
Alaska Airlines
20 Mar
LAX06:00Los Angeles
7h 30m
1 stop
IAD16:30Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24 Mar
IAD18:59Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
17h 56m
1 stop
LAX09:55Los Angeles
Alaska Airlines
1 Apr
LAX09:25Los Angeles
4h 57m
IAD17:22Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7 Apr
IAD17:58Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 57m
LAX20:55Los Angeles

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

Our best Southwest deals on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Southwest
12 Mar
LAX08:15Los Angeles
6h 55m
1 stop
IAD18:10Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
18 Mar
IAD15:40Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 40m
2 stops
LAX22:20Los Angeles
Southwest
16 Apr
LAX23:10Los Angeles
8h 00m
1 stop
DCA10:10Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
22 Apr
DCA14:55Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 15m
2 stops
LAX21:10Los Angeles
Southwest
12 Apr
LAX08:30Los Angeles
10h 15m
1 stop
DCA21:45Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
15 Apr
DCA16:25Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 30m
2 stops
LAX21:55Los Angeles

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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 August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $481, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit Washington, D.C. in August, then you should wait until September to fly from Los Angeles, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $497.

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

Our data shows that Friday is the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C.. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $488. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Washington, D.C. on Monday is $880.

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

Flying to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $593 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to Washington, D.C. are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of $811. Departure times at midday 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. Dulles Intl for the best Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Washington, D.C.?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles when booking 24 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $623 when searching 24 weeks out.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 $501 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight prices changed over time?

As of February 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 7% cheaper 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

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Best price found

$179

Fastest flight time

4h 37m

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 $179. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $211.
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 37m
Direct flights go from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. every day.
There are 2 airports near Washington, D.C.: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)

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

    Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. are 3695.7 km apart from one another. 4h 43m is a normal flight duration for this route.

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

    Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Washington, D.C. are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Washington, D.C.?

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

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

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Washington, D.C.. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

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


Best airlines flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. with momondo
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Rating
Free cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $204Free cancellationRating
6.3
8,019 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $387Free cancellationRating
8.0
9,686 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $470Free cancellationRating
7.4
8,779 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

    Alaska Airlines flies from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. around 7 times per week, with 9,686 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Alaska Airlines deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in the last 72 hours was $246 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $291 for Alaska Airlines flights on this route.

  • United Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

    $299 is the best United Airlines flight deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average United Airlines ticket price found was closer to $427, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. United Airlines (7.4/10 from 8,779 user reviews) flies into Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles 30 times in an average week so prices can vary.


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Airports listed have a maximum distance of 36.1 km from Washington, D.C.