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$151 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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14:00 - 23:59DCA-LAX
12h 59m1 stop
20:30 - 09:41LAX-DCA
10h 11m1 stop
$368JetBlue
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Wed, 28 Aug - Tue, 1 Oct
17:25 - 20:19DCA-LAX
5h 54mdirect
08:00 - 16:03LAX-DCA
5h 03mdirect
$391Delta
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Sat, 26 Oct - Sat, 2 Nov
09:30 - 12:10DCA-LAX
5h 40mdirect
12:54 - 20:59LAX-DCA
5h 05mdirect
$398Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 29 May - Thu, 30 May
09:20 - 11:52DCA-LAX
5h 32mdirect
12:56 - 20:59LAX-DCA
5h 03mdirect
$406Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 18 Sep - Fri, 20 Sep
17:30 - 23:29DCA-LAX
8h 59m1 stop
21:30 - 10:38LAX-DCA
10h 08m1 stop
$432JetBlue
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Sat, 21 Sep - Sun, 29 Sep
17:25 - 20:19DCA-LAX
5h 54mdirect
08:00 - 16:03LAX-DCA
5h 03mdirect
$437Delta
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Tue, 29 Oct - Sat, 2 Nov
17:30 - 20:16DCA-LAX
5h 46mdirect
08:05 - 16:13LAX-DCA
5h 08mdirect
$444Delta
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Sun, 26 May - Wed, 29 May
17:25 - 20:19DCA-LAX
5h 54mdirect
08:00 - 16:03LAX-DCA
5h 03mdirect
$452Delta
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Sat, 12 Oct - Sat, 19 Oct
19:00 - 23:59DCA-LAX
7h 59m1 stop
00:57 - 11:32LAX-DCA
7h 35m1 stop
$534United Airlines
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Wed, 14 Aug - Sat, 17 Aug
13:30 - 18:12DCA-LAX
7h 42m1 stop
00:45 - 11:30LAX-DCA
7h 45m1 stop
$549United Airlines
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Fri, 4 Oct - Mon, 7 Oct

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 $125 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 $191.

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 $394 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets is $669 and $666 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 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 30 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 Delta ($151) and JetBlue ($184). The cheapest round-trip tickets were found on JetBlue ($368) and Delta ($391).

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), Southwest (5 flights per day), and Alaska Airlines (4 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 $103 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 31 and 34 nonstop flights that take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 5h 33m. The most common departure time is 17:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 228 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Friday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Sunday.

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 30m.

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 06:10 and will be landing in Los Angeles at 08:35.

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.

Good to know

Low season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

$151
Best time to beat the crowds (10% 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 $99 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 $2,201 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 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, +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
directDelta
5h 46mDCA-LAX
$151
29/5Wed
1 stopJetBlue
11h 15mDCA-LAX
$184
5/6Wed
1 stopJetBlue
13h 15mDCA-LAX
$193
30/5Thu
directAlaska Airlines
5h 40mDCA-LAX
$196
1/6Sat
directDelta
5h 45mDCA-LAX
$204
26/5Sun
1 stopAlaska Airlines
11h 32mDCA-LAX
$218
14/8Wed
1 stopUnited Airlines
7h 59mDCA-LAX
$234
5/7Fri
1 stopUnited Airlines
7h 51mDCA-LAX
$242
14/5Tue
directAmerican Airlines
5h 42mDCA-LAX
$1,101
14/5Tue
2 stopsAmerican Airlines
9h 15mDCA-LAX
$1,121

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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.
11/5Sat
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
11h 35mDCA-LAX
30/5Thu
directAlaska Airlines
5h 05mLAX-DCA
$666
10/5Fri
directAlaska Airlines
5h 50mDCA-LAX
29/5Wed
directAlaska Airlines
5h 05mLAX-DCA
$681
10/5Fri
directAlaska Airlines
5h 50mDCA-LAX
30/5Thu
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
11h 59mLAX-DCA
$695
9/5Thu
directAlaska Airlines
5h 50mDCA-LAX
21/5Tue
directAlaska Airlines
5h 05mLAX-DCA
$727
11/5Sat
multi-stopDelta
7h 43mDCA-LAX
16/5Thu
directDelta
5h 08mLAX-DCA
$736
13/5Mon
directDelta
5h 46mDCA-LAX
16/5Thu
directDelta
5h 08mLAX-DCA
$751
13/5Mon
multi-stopJetBlue
11h 15mDCA-LAX
14/5Tue
multi-stopJetBlue
8h 14mLAX-DCA
$897
11/5Sat
multi-stopJetBlue
9h 15mDCA-LAX
13/5Mon
multi-stopJetBlue
8h 14mLAX-DCA
$902
10/5Fri
multi-stopUnited Airlines
8h 45mDCA-LAX
13/5Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
12h 40mLAX-DCA
$1,122
13/5Mon
multi-stopUnited Airlines
7h 22mDCA-LAX
16/5Thu
multi-stopUnited Airlines
7h 51mLAX-DCA
$1,270

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Flights to Los Angeles

Destination:

Los Angeles (LAX)United States

Return flight deals:

Los Angeles - Washington, D.C.

Cabin classes:

$4,050
$190

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