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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. from $140

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Cheap return flights

KAYAK's recommended return flight deals from the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C..
Alaska Airlines Logo
07:50 - 15:59LAX-IAD
5h 09mdirect
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20:29 - 22:56IAD-LAX
5h 27mdirect
$278Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 16 Sep - Tue, 23 Sep
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06:15 - 16:59LAX-DCA
7h 44m1 stop
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13:00 - 00:32DCA-LAX
14h 32m1 stop
$279Frontier
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Sat, 10 May - Sat, 24 May
Frontier Logo
15:41 - 06:31LAX-IAD
11h 50m1 stop
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07:25 - 19:52IAD-LAX
15h 27m1 stop
$279Frontier
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Sat, 10 May - Sat, 24 May
United Airlines Logo
21:35 - 05:37LAX-IAD
5h 02mdirect
United Airlines Logo
08:15 - 10:31IAD-LAX
5h 16mdirect
$281United Airlines
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Thu, 29 May - Sat, 31 May
Alaska Airlines Logo
08:00 - 16:14LAX-IAD
5h 14mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
19:25 - 22:03IAD-LAX
5h 38mdirect
$285Alaska Airlines
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Sun, 25 May - Tue, 3 Jun
United Airlines Logo
06:20 - 14:23LAX-IAD
5h 03mdirect
United Airlines Logo
20:20 - 22:49IAD-LAX
5h 29mdirect
$318United Airlines
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Thu, 29 May - Tue, 3 Jun
Delta Logo
08:00 - 16:05LAX-DCA
5h 05mdirect
Delta Logo
17:15 - 19:55DCA-LAX
5h 40mdirect
$325Delta
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Wed, 14 May - Wed, 28 May
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
12:48 - 20:59LAX-DCA
5h 11mdirect
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
09:00 - 11:29DCA-LAX
5h 29mdirect
$356Hawaiian Airlines
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Fri, 5 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
06:00 - 18:59LAX-IAD
9h 59m1 stop
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
19:25 - 22:03IAD-LAX
5h 38mdirect
$379Hawaiian Airlines
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Thu, 29 May - Mon, 2 Jun
Delta Logo
08:00 - 16:05LAX-DCA
5h 05mdirect
Delta Logo
17:15 - 19:55DCA-LAX
5h 40mdirect
$389Delta
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Sat, 10 May - Tue, 13 May

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
16 Sept
LAX07:50Los Angeles
5h 09m
IAD15:59Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23 Sept
IAD20:29Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 27m
LAX22:56Los Angeles
Alaska Airlines
25 May
LAX08:00Los Angeles
5h 14m
IAD16:14Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
3 June
IAD19:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 38m
LAX22:03Los Angeles
Alaska Airlines
25 May
LAX08:00Los Angeles
5h 14m
IAD16:14Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
30 May
IAD19:25Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 38m
LAX22:03Los Angeles

United Airlines flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Our best United Airlines deals on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
United Airlines
29 May
LAX21:35Los Angeles
5h 02m
IAD05:37Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
31 May
IAD08:15Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 16m
LAX10:31Los Angeles
United Airlines
29 May
LAX06:20Los Angeles
5h 03m
IAD14:23Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
3 June
IAD20:20Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 29m
LAX22:49Los Angeles
United Airlines
26 May
LAX00:20Los Angeles
7h 36m
1 stop
DCA10:56Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
30 May
DCA09:40Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 48m
1 stop
LAX14:28Los Angeles

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.?

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 $480, 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 $489.

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

Our data shows that Thursday is the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C.. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $499. 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 $849.

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 afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $591 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights to Washington, D.C. are more costly at midday, with an average ticket price of $809. 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?

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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 $616 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 $480 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 April 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 18% 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

$140

Fastest flight time

4h 49m

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 $140. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $278.
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 49m
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 49m 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.

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $469Free cancellationRating
7.4
8,669 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

    United Airlines flies from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. around 34 times per week, with 8,669 momondo users rating the airline 7.4/10. The cheapest United Airlines deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in the last 72 hours was $299 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $387 for United Airlines flights on this route.


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