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$185 Find cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles departing on 29/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (WAS-LAX)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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16:30 - 00:45DCA-LAX
11h 15m1 stop
23:45 - 10:59LAX-DCA
8h 14m1 stop
$370JetBlue
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Sat, 25 May - Tue, 28 May
09:20 - 11:52DCA-LAX
5h 32mdirect
06:00 - 17:34LAX-DCA
8h 34m1 stop
$407Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 28 Aug - Sun, 1 Sep
18:30 - 00:45DCA-LAX
9h 15m1 stop
22:12 - 12:15LAX-DCA
11h 03m1 stop
$435JetBlue
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Sat, 25 May - Tue, 4 Jun
09:20 - 11:52DCA-LAX
5h 32mdirect
12:56 - 20:59LAX-DCA
5h 03mdirect
$439Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 28 Aug - Wed, 4 Sep
17:25 - 20:08DCA-LAX
5h 43mdirect
08:00 - 16:03LAX-DCA
5h 03mdirect
$448Delta
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Mon, 26 Aug - Sat, 14 Sep
17:25 - 20:08DCA-LAX
5h 43mdirect
08:00 - 16:03LAX-DCA
5h 03mdirect
$488Delta
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Mon, 26 Aug - Sat, 14 Sep
14:59 - 22:15DCA-LAX
10h 16m1 stop
07:10 - 18:31LAX-DCA
8h 21m1 stop
$530United Airlines
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Thu, 15 Aug - Thu, 22 Aug
19:00 - 23:59DCA-LAX
7h 59m1 stop
23:15 - 09:07LAX-DCA
6h 52m1 stop
$552United Airlines
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Wed, 14 Aug - Sun, 18 Aug
16:50 - 23:05DCA-LAX
9h 15m2 stops
18:50 - 09:25LAX-DCA
11h 35m1 stop
$617Southwest
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Mon, 13 May - Wed, 15 May
18:30 - 23:25DCA-LAX
7h 55m1 stop
18:50 - 09:25LAX-DCA
11h 35m1 stop
$632Southwest
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Mon, 13 May - Wed, 15 May

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight route?

The cheapest price for flight routes found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks for one-way flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles.
Our data shows that the cheapest route for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles cost $142 and was between Baltimore and Los Angeles. On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is $189.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is September, where tickets cost $406 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of tickets is $725 and $701 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 53 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
The best deals for a one-way ticket found by KAYAK users over the last 3 days were on JetBlue ($185) and Delta ($205). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on JetBlue ($370) and Alaska Airlines ($407).

Which airlines fly most frequently between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

The airlines most regularly connecting Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are United Airlines (15 flights per day), Alaska Airlines (5 flights per day), and American Airlines (2 flights per day).

Which airlines fly direct between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles.
There are 7 airlines that fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. They are: Air China, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Spirit Airlines at $104 for a one-way flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Spirit Airlines.

How many flights are there between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles per day?

Each day, there are between 27 and 30 nonstop flights that take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 5h 36m. The most common departure time is 17:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 197 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Wednesday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles take?

Direct flights cover the 5,968 km separating Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles in about 5h 26m.

What’s the earliest departure time from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Washington, D.C. at 06:20 and will be landing in Los Angeles at 08:50.

What’s the latest departure time from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles jets off at 22:34 and lands at 01:16.

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Low season

September

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$185
Best time to beat the crowds (28% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (9% more expensive on average)
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When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

  • Does Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport have any pet relief areas?

    If you are traveling with a pet or service animal, make sure to take note of the different pet relief areas located throughout Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. There are currently three designated zones placed outside of Terminals A, B, and C. Each of these areas is open 24 hours a day and provides guests with complimentary waste bags.

  • Are there onsite airport hotels at Los Angeles International Airport?

    While there are no hotels located on the same property as Los Angeles International Airport, there are several choices less than a 5-minute drive away. The Renaissance Los Angeles Airport Hotel is a casual choice that is only a 3-minute drive from the airport and a 10-minute drive from downtown Los Angeles, while the Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport is directly across the freeway from the airport and offers a free shuttle service for guests.

  • Does Dulles International Airport have a prayer room?

    Dulles International Airport currently has one Interfaith Chapel that is located in Concourse A near Gate A32. It is free to access for all travelers, is open 24 hours a day, and contains sacred texts in a variety of languages.

  • Which terminal has the most dining options in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport?

    National Hall is known for being the terminal in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport that contains the most dining options. In National Hall, you can find choices such as Chick-Fil-A, Legal Sea Foods, and Matsutake Sushi, as well as small stores and food stands that offer to-go options.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles was $121 for a one-way ticket and $242 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    When flying out of Washington, D.C. you will be using Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. You will be landing at Los Angeles, also known as Los Angeles.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    Only Alaska Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    There are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Los Angeles with an airline and back to Washington, D.C. with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $224 or less one-way and $2,392 or less round-trip.
  • Hoping to book flights from Washington to Los Angeles? Make sure to consider which part of the city you will be staying in. Los Angeles International Airport is the region’s primary travel hub and is best for visitors who will be staying in the city center. Hollywood Burbank Airport is a smaller choice that is convenient for individuals staying in Northern Los Angeles.
  • If you would prefer to have a direct flight from Washington to Los Angeles, try to fly out of Dulles International Airport, as it is the largest airport in the region and offers a high concentration of flights. If you are okay with having a layover in order to fly into a smaller airport, have your final destination be Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport.
  • Planning on traveling with kids? Make sure to bring them to the play area located in Concourse B of Dulles International Airport. This play area features a variety of interactive games and activities, making it a convenient area for children to blow off some steam before boarding a long flight across the country.
  • If you plan on flying with American, Delta, or United Airlines, be sure to check whether you are eligible for complimentary access to their private lounges located in the Departures terminal of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. These lounges offer a variety of amenities, including free snacks, comfortable chairs, and high-speed WiFi.
  • Interested in using public transportation to travel from Los Angeles International Airport to the city center? Consider taking one of the airport’s free shuttle buses in order to end up at the city’s main bus center or the Metro Green Line Aviation Station.
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Prefer to fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Find which airlines fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Monday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +19 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +20 more

Tuesday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +19 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +20 more

Wednesday

Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +18 more

Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +19 more

Thursday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +19 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +20 more

Friday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +19 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +20 more

Saturday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +20 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +21 more

Sunday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +20 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +21 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Monday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +20 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +21 more

Tuesday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +19 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +20 more

Wednesday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +20 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +21 more

Thursday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +19 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +20 more

Friday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +20 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +21 more

Saturday

Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +20 more

Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +21 more

Sunday

Air China, Air New Zealand, Air Tahiti Nui, +19 more

Air China, Air New Zealand, +20 more

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
29/5Wed
1 stopJetBlue
12h 00mDCA-LAX
$185
5/6Wed
1 stopJetBlue
13h 15mDCA-LAX
$194
31/8Sat
directDelta
5h 43mDCA-LAX
$205
1/6Sat
directDelta
5h 45mDCA-LAX
$243
22/8Thu
directDelta
5h 43mDCA-LAX
$245
30/5Thu
1 stopJetBlue
10h 47mDCA-LAX
$249
29/5Wed
directAlaska Airlines
5h 40mDCA-LAX
$251
19/10Sat
2 stopsUnited Airlines
12h 19mDCA-LAX
$288
25/5Sat
directAlaska Airlines
5h 40mDCA-LAX
$312
17/7Wed
1 stopUnited Airlines
7h 28mDCA-LAX
$403

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Last minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles that are departing in the next 10 days.
30/4Tue
directDelta
5h 51mDCA-LAX
14/5Tue
directDelta
5h 08mLAX-DCA
$742
30/4Tue
directDelta
5h 51mDCA-LAX
4/5Sat
directDelta
4h 59mLAX-DCA
$750
1/5Wed
directAlaska Airlines
5h 50mDCA-LAX
4/5Sat
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
9h 34mLAX-DCA
$764
2/5Thu
directDelta
5h 52mDCA-LAX
14/5Tue
directDelta
5h 08mLAX-DCA
$773
1/5Wed
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
9h 45mDCA-LAX
4/5Sat
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
9h 34mLAX-DCA
$779
29/4Mon
directAlaska Airlines
5h 50mDCA-LAX
3/5Fri
directAlaska Airlines
4h 59mLAX-DCA
$781
1/5Wed
multi-stopJetBlue
12h 13mDCA-LAX
3/5Fri
multi-stopJetBlue
8h 14mLAX-DCA
$892
30/4Tue
multi-stopJetBlue
9h 18mDCA-LAX
4/5Sat
multi-stopJetBlue
10h 54mLAX-DCA
$894
2/5Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
10h 03mDCA-LAX
6/5Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
12h 40mLAX-DCA
$970
2/5Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 45mDCA-LAX
5/5Sun
multi-stopUnited Airlines
7h 51mLAX-DCA
$1,102

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Flights to Los Angeles

Destination:

Los Angeles (LAX)United States

Return flight deals:

Los Angeles - Washington, D.C.

Cabin classes:

$4,076
$188

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