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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles from $183

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13:03 - 00:25DCA-LAX
14h 22m1 stop
06:30 - 21:59LAX-DCA
12h 29m1 stop
$311Frontier
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6h 05mdirect
08:06 - 16:00LAX-DCA
4h 54mdirect
$332Delta
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6h 16mdirect
19:55 - 16:15LAX-DCA
17h 20m1 stop
$380Alaska Airlines
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12h 01m1 stop
20:38 - 08:44LAX-DCA
9h 06m1 stop
$393JetBlue
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8h 12m1 stop
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6h 25m1 stop
$396United Airlines
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10h 30m2 stops
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8h 35m1 stop
$406Southwest
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6h 16mdirect
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4h 43mdirect
$412Alaska Airlines
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8h 25m1 stop
00:50 - 11:37LAX-DCA
7h 47m1 stop
$440United Airlines
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20:38 - 08:44LAX-DCA
9h 06m1 stop
$448JetBlue
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10h 45m1 stop
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10h 00m2 stops
$484Southwest
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6h 08mdirect
$183Delta
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11h 09m1 stop
$197JetBlue
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8h 50m1 stop
$199United Airlines
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09:00 - 12:16DCA-LAX
6h 16mdirect
$231Alaska Airlines
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8h 25m1 stop
$242United Airlines
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10h 30m2 stops
$247Southwest
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6h 16mdirect
$263Alaska Airlines
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9h 30m2 stops
$329Southwest
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$3,138Qatar Airways
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45h 19m2 stops
$3,178Qatar Airways
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6h 03mdirect
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4h 54mdirect
$1,039Alaska Airlines
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9h 30m1 stop
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4h 54mdirect
$1,056Alaska Airlines
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10:30 - 15:29DCA-LAX
7h 59m1 stop
00:51 - 11:31LAX-DCA
7h 40m1 stop
$1,072United Airlines
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16h 42m2 stops
10:00 - 21:59LAX-DCA
8h 59m1 stop
$1,112Alaska Airlines
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6h 03mdirect
13:05 - 20:59LAX-DCA
4h 54mdirect
$1,120Alaska Airlines
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10h 00m2 stops
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6h 40m1 stop
$1,128Southwest
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9h 16m1 stop
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4h 54mdirect
$1,136Delta
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7h 53m1 stop
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7h 40m1 stop
$1,182United Airlines
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6h 05mdirect
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7h 28m1 stop
$1,330Delta
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9h 30m2 stops
11:20 - 23:05LAX-DCA
8h 45m1 stop
$1,354Southwest
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6h 05mdirect
08:06 - 16:00LAX-DCA
4h 54mdirect
$332Delta
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6h 05mdirect
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4h 54mdirect
$364Delta
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6h 05mdirect
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4h 54mdirect
$404Delta
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09:00 - 12:16DCA-LAX
6h 16mdirect
13:16 - 20:59LAX-DCA
4h 43mdirect
$412Alaska Airlines
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6h 05mdirect
08:06 - 16:00LAX-DCA
4h 54mdirect
$444Delta
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6h 05mdirect
08:06 - 16:00LAX-DCA
4h 54mdirect
$468Delta
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6h 03mdirect
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4h 43mdirect
$476Alaska Airlines
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6h 16mdirect
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4h 43mdirect
$484Alaska Airlines
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4h 54mdirect
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4h 54mdirect
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Alaska Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
25 Feb
DCA09:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 16m
LAX12:16Los Angeles
4 Mar
LAX19:55Los Angeles
17h 20m
1 stop
DCA16:15Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Alaska Airlines
18 Feb
DCA09:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 16m
LAX12:16Los Angeles
25 Feb
LAX13:16Los Angeles
4h 43m
DCA20:59Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Alaska Airlines
18 Feb
DCA09:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
6h 16m
LAX12:16Los Angeles
24 Feb
LAX21:55Los Angeles
15h 20m
1 stop
DCA16:15Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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

Our best JetBlue deals on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight tickets
JetBlue
27 Feb
DCA12:29Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 01m
1 stop
LAX21:30Los Angeles
3 Mar
LAX20:38Los Angeles
9h 06m
1 stop
DCA08:44Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
JetBlue
27 Feb
DCA12:29Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 01m
1 stop
LAX21:30Los Angeles
3 Mar
LAX20:38Los Angeles
9h 06m
1 stop
DCA08:44Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
JetBlue
28 Mar
DCA07:00Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 15m
1 stop
LAX13:15Los Angeles
1 Apr
LAX20:00Los Angeles
9h 22m
1 stop
DCA08:22Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of February is another great option to travel to Los Angeles, with average flight prices from Washington, D.C. averaging around $504.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

According to our data, Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.. The lowest ticket price found for a Monday departure recently was $0. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $855. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Los Angeles.

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. when booking 5 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $482 when searching 5 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. for as low as $350 on momondo.

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As of January 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights are approximately 12% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found

$183

Fastest flight time

5h 38m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Los Angeles

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The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $183. The best return flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $311.
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles takes 5h 38m
Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles every day.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)

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

    Los Angeles is 3695.7 km away from Washington, D.C.. Flights usually cover this in 5h 38m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles Airport were last updated today.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Los Angeles Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Los Angeles Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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