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This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Reagan-National 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 Reagan-National to Los Angeles (DCA-LAX)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Reagan-National 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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09:30 - 12:10DCA-LAX
5h 40mdirect
12:54 - 20:59LAX-DCA
5h 05mdirect
$365Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 29 May - Fri, 31 May
17:30 - 23:29DCA-LAX
8h 59m1 stop
21:30 - 11:35LAX-DCA
11h 05m1 stop
$373JetBlue
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Sat, 7 Sep - Mon, 16 Sep
09:20 - 11:52DCA-LAX
5h 32mdirect
12:56 - 20:59LAX-DCA
5h 03mdirect
$396Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 31 Aug - Wed, 11 Sep
09:30 - 12:10DCA-LAX
5h 40mdirect
12:54 - 20:59LAX-DCA
5h 05mdirect
$405Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 29 May - Sat, 1 Jun
09:20 - 11:52DCA-LAX
5h 32mdirect
12:56 - 20:59LAX-DCA
5h 03mdirect
$411Alaska Airlines
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Sun, 1 Sep - Wed, 11 Sep
17:30 - 20:16DCA-LAX
5h 46mdirect
08:05 - 16:13LAX-DCA
5h 08mdirect
$419Delta
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Sat, 25 May - Thu, 30 May
13:30 - 23:30DCA-LAX
13h 00m1 stop
22:12 - 12:15LAX-DCA
11h 03m1 stop
$438JetBlue
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Thu, 30 May - Mon, 3 Jun
17:30 - 20:15DCA-LAX
5h 45mdirect
08:05 - 16:12LAX-DCA
5h 07mdirect
$488Delta
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Sat, 1 Jun - Wed, 5 Jun
19:00 - 23:59DCA-LAX
7h 59m1 stop
00:30 - 11:30LAX-DCA
8h 00m1 stop
$510United Airlines
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Tue, 13 Aug - Sun, 18 Aug
11:00 - 15:54DCA-LAX
7h 54m1 stop
23:15 - 09:07LAX-DCA
6h 52m1 stop
$579United Airlines
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Thu, 15 Aug - Sun, 18 Aug

Flights from Reagan-National to Los Angeles - Travel Insights & Trends

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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. Reagan-National Airport 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. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles is September, where tickets cost $408 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and December, where the average cost of tickets is $730 and $706 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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. Reagan-National Airport 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. Reagan-National Airport 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 cheapest return flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles found by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours was for $365 on Alaska Airlines, followed by JetBlue ($373). One-way flight deals have also been found from as low as $153 on Alaska Airlines and from $186 on JetBlue.

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

Alaska Airlines connects Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles with up to 2 flights per day. American Airlines also offers 2 flights per day, while Delta follows with 1 flight per day.

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

Each day, there are 5 direct flights that take off from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 5h 44m. The most common departure time is 17:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 35 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day 5.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Business and 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 take on average 5h 26m to travel the 5,968 km between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles.

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport at 08:20 and will be landing in Los Angeles at 11:02.

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. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles jets off at 17:41 and lands at 20:13.

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Low season

February

High season

December

Cheapest flight

$153
Best time to beat the crowds (26% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (26% more expensive on average)
Flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Reagan-National to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights

  • How far is downtown Los Angeles from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    Downtown Los Angeles is approximately 16 miles from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). The airport is connected with various transit options. Using the Metro or Flyaway bus will take approximately 35min to reach downtown Los Angeles. The shuttle bus regularly runs every 10min through the airport terminals. Alternatively, you can use a taxi or rideshare app to order an Uber, which will take 20min to get to your destination.

  • What is the most efficient way to travel from downtown Washington to DCA Airport?

    Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA) is connected to downtown Washington through the metro. The metro takes approximately 20min to get to the airport and is the cheapest option. You can also use a taxi, car rental or a rideshare, which all take about 10min to cover the same distance; however, they are a more expensive option compared to the metro.

  • Are there any onsite hotels at Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA)?

    Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA) features 3/2 BB Luxury suites, located 0.4 miles from the airport. They are conveniently accessible, so passengers who have scheduled early morning flights can spend the night here. You can also stay at Hyatt Regency Crystal City Hotel, Hilton Crystal City Hotel, Crystal Gateway Hotel, and Courtyard by Marriott Hotel depending on your budget.

  • What services can passengers with reduced mobility have access to at LAX Airport?

    It is possible to get access to unique services for passengers with reduced mobility upon request at LAX. However, passengers need to contact their airlines two days earlier informing them of the assistance they need. As such, you will get a wheelchair and extra assistance upon your arrival.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles was $99 for a one-way ticket and $237 for a return.

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

    Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and JetBlue offer 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 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) 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 oneworld 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 travellers 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

  • Take advantage of the multiple lounges found at Washington Reagan National Airport (DCA) while waiting for your flight. The lounges such as Delta Sky Club and USO Lounges offer a comprehensive range of services including showers and meals. They are located at Terminal A and B of the airport.
  • Nursing mothers traveling through Washington Reagan National Airport will find at least one lactation room at Terminals A, B and C of the airport. The room provides a serene and private environment to nurse. Also, they are equipped with electrical outlets, baby changing tables and rocking chairs.
  • You can never run out of top-notch amenities to do at LAX Airport while waiting for airport transfers. You can visit XpresSpa after the long flight and get a massage to relax your bones. Also, you can decide to do some last-minute shopping at the duty-free shops while you log into the complimentary Wi-Fi.
  • There are multiple nonstop flights operating between DCA and LAX routes. These airlines include Delta Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines which frequently operate on these routes. Alternatively, you can opt for one-stop options such as Delta and American Airlines usually with stops in multiple airports such as PHX, CLT and many more. However, this will generally add at least 1-2h to your overall flight time.
  • LAX Airport is pet-friendly. It has designated pet relief areas located post-security at Terminals 1 and 5. The relief areas are equipped with fire hydrants, disposable waste bags and sinks to keep the area clean. Passengers are advised to clean after using the space.
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Prefer to fly direct from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Los Angeles?

Find which airlines fly direct from Reagan-National to Los Angeles, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Los Angeles

Monday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Tuesday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Wednesday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Thursday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Friday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Saturday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Sunday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Tuesday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Wednesday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Thursday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Friday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Saturday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

Sunday

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +8 more

Air Tahiti Nui, Alaska Airlines, +9 more

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Book cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

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
directAlaska Airlines
5h 40mDCA-LAX
$153
25/5Sat
1 stopJetBlue
9h 15mDCA-LAX
$186
31/5Fri
1 stopJetBlue
12h 49mDCA-LAX
$196
21/8Wed
directAlaska Airlines
5h 32mDCA-LAX
$199
25/5Sat
directDelta
5h 46mDCA-LAX
$237
3/6Mon
directDelta
5h 45mDCA-LAX
$284
19/10Sat
2 stopsUnited Airlines
12h 19mDCA-LAX
$297
13/6Thu
1 stopSouthwest
13h 35mDCA-LAX
$311
13/6Thu
2 stopsSouthwest
14h 35mDCA-LAX
$319
29/5Wed
2 stopsUnited Airlines
10h 38mDCA-LAX
$629

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Last minute flights from Reagan-National 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.
7/5Tue
directAlaska Airlines
5h 50mDCA-LAX
10/5Fri
directAlaska Airlines
4h 59mLAX-DCA
$712
4/5Sat
directAlaska Airlines
5h 50mDCA-LAX
11/5Sat
directAlaska Airlines
4h 59mLAX-DCA
$770
4/5Sat
multi-stopDelta
8h 08mDCA-LAX
11/5Sat
directDelta
5h 08mLAX-DCA
$784
4/5Sat
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
9h 45mDCA-LAX
7/5Tue
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
10h 59mLAX-DCA
$800
4/5Sat
multi-stopJetBlue
10h 32mDCA-LAX
11/5Sat
multi-stopJetBlue
8h 14mLAX-DCA
$806
3/5Fri
multi-stopDelta
7h 38mDCA-LAX
11/5Sat
directDelta
5h 08mLAX-DCA
$815
6/5Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 45mDCA-LAX
9/5Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
7h 57mLAX-DCA
$923
4/5Sat
multi-stopJetBlue
13h 13mDCA-LAX
5/5Sun
multi-stopJetBlue
9h 00mLAX-DCA
$1,038
6/5Mon
multi-stopSouthwest
9h 15mDCA-LAX
9/5Thu
multi-stopSouthwest
13h 25mLAX-DCA
$1,071
4/5Sat
multi-stopUnited Airlines
7h 35mDCA-LAX
7/5Tue
multi-stopUnited Airlines
7h 51mLAX-DCA
$1,074

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Washington, D.C. - Los Angeles Flights

Departure:

Washington, D.C. (DCA)United States

Destination:

Los Angeles (LAX)United States

Return flight deals:

Los Angeles - Washington, D.C.

Cabin classes:

$1,843

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