Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., Alaska Airlines or United Airlines?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. are Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $533 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $569 and an overall rating of 7.4.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

The average direct flight takes 4h 50m, covering a distance of 5,968 km.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 14 and 17 direct flights that take off from Los Angeles and land in Washington, D.C., with an average flight time of 5h 03m. The most common departure time is 22:00 and most flights take off in the morning, while the most flights land at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Each week, there are 109 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 14 and 17 direct flights that take off from Los Angeles and land in Washington, D.C., with an average flight time of 5h 03m. The most common departure time is 22:00 and most flights take off in the morning, while the most flights land at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Each week, there are 109 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. was $235 for a one-way ticket and $411 for a return.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (61 flights per week), Southwest (18 flights per week), and American Airlines (16 flights per week).

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (61 flights per week), Southwest (18 flights per week), and American Airlines (16 flights per week).

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

Los Angeles is served by only 1 airport and there are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. You will leave Los Angeles from Los Angeles and you will be arriving in Washington, D.C. at one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Los Angeles at 05:05 and will be landing in Washington, D.C. at 13:05.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. jets off at 23:30 and lands at 07:33.

Question 11

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

Accepted Answer

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, JetBlue, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight route.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 13

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 14

Does Baltimore International Airport have a pet relief area?

Accepted Answer

If you are traveling with a pet or security animal, it’s a good idea to bring them to a pet relief area after your flight has landed. Baltimore International Airport currently has 3 pet relief areas, one of which is located pre-security near the parking garage, and two more are found throughout the different departure terminals. These relief areas are open 24 hours a day and provide travelers with complimentary waste bags.

Question 15

What are good hotels near Baltimore / Washington International Airport?

Accepted Answer

The Holiday Inn is a simple choice that is located a 2-minute drive from Baltimore International Airport and offers a free shuttle service for guests. The Hilton is a modern choice that is a 3-minute drive from the airport and only a 15-minute drive from downtown Baltimore.

Question 16

Does Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport have a prayer room?

Accepted Answer

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport currently has one Interfaith Chapel that is located towards the end of Concourse B. This chapel hosts several religious services every Sunday and is open to the public during the week for travelers to have personal prayer time.

Question 17

Does Dulles International Airport have a military lounge?

Accepted Answer

If you or a member of your family are an active military member, make sure to stop by the USO Lounge located in the Arrivals wind of Dulles International Airport. This lounge provides a variety of free amenities, including access to showers, complimentary snacks, and comfortable chairs, making it a nice place to relax after a long flight.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. is September, where tickets cost $533 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $738 and $722 respectively.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. is September, where tickets cost $533 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $738 and $722 respectively.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

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 Los Angeles to Washington, D.C..

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 22

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

Accepted Answer

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 Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

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 Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Question 24

How often are flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. delayed?

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. historically see delays in approximately 12% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 154 minutes.

Question 25

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, United Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 10% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 26

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Thursday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Wednesday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 27

What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving at night tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the evening have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 28

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 30

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

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. were found on Southwest ($411) and United Airlines ($414).

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. were found on Southwest ($411) and United Airlines ($414).

Question 32

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. costs $498 on the route between Los Angeles (LAX) and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 18% cheaper than other Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. routes. It is also the most popular route.

Question 33

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. costs $498 on the route between Los Angeles (LAX) and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 18% cheaper than other Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. routes. It is also the most popular route.

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Question 35

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 34% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Question 36

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at $451 on average.

Question 37

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at $451 on average.

Question 38

How much is a return flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.Flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles usually cost between $368 and $681 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $411 on Southwest (15 Sept–23 Sept).

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