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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 196 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.177 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 177 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 1 Feb, returning Mon, 8 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 8 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct, returning Tue, 20 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 3 Nov, returning Tue, 10 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 3 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 22 Mar, returning Tue, 20 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 22 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 20 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Mar, returning Tue, 9 Mar.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 2 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 9 Mar, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 4 Jan, returning Mon, 11 Jan.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 11 Jan, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 25 Jan, returning Mon, 1 Feb.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 1 Feb, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Thu, 1 Oct.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Sep, returning Fri, 11 Sep.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Fri, 4 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 11 Sep, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 18 Aug, returning Tue, 25 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 18 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 25 Aug, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr, returning Tue, 13 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 13 Apr, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.
Los Angeles.194 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Wed, 4 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 4 Nov, arriving in Washington Dulles.Price includes taxes and charges.From 194 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington D.C. to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in August.
Jun
from 213 €
Jul
from 196 €
Aug
from 177 €
Sep
from 194 €
Oct
from 194 €
Nov
from 194 €
Dec
from 194 €
Jan
from 194 €
Feb
from 194 €
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from 194 €
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from 194 €
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Washington D.C. to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

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Washington D.C. to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found177 €
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time5 hrs, 41 mins
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week441

Finding cheap flights from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

5 hours and 40 minutes is the average flight time from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles International.
United, Southwest Airlines and Air New Zealand fly direct from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles International.
As of June 2026, there are 441 flights per week flying from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles International is usually August.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 40 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): What you need to know

  • Kick off your travels at one of Washington DC's main airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) or Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Check out your options for booking a flight from Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) taking off from either of these.

  • Jump on a direct Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport flight and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 50 minutes.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is located in Los Angeles. The city follows the UTC-8 timezone and is three hours behind Washington DC.

  • With 27 direct weekly flights between the two airports, Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 8:01am. If you're eager to get more out of your day before leaving, the last flight from DCA to LAX is with American Airlines at 5:35pm.

  • To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to LAX, leave plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or around a major holiday like Thanksgiving, show up even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

  • You can book a direct flight from Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

  • Popular carriers that operate direct flights from Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport out of DCA include:

  • American Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for flights from DCA to LAX.

  • American Airlines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.

  • Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a relaxed start to your holiday? Stay near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport or prefer not to feel hurried, these hotels are just what you're after:

  • 71% of flights that take off from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport arrive at their destination on time.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • You can book a direct Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) plane ticket with departures from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Decide if leaving from IAD is a better fit for your trip.

  • Board your direct flight from Washington DC to LAX with United Airlines. This is one of the leading carriers flying this route out of IAD.

  • On the IAD to LAX route, United is the preferred choice for many passengers.

  • Choose United if you're looking for punctuality. Its flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and Los Angeles International Airport land as scheduled 83.58% of the time.

  • On public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 45 minutes.

  • Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Washington DC to LAX flight, stay in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:

  • When it comes to flight punctuality, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 77%.

  • IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)

  • Get there with one smooth ride from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Direct flights from Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport are available from here.

  • Choose your preferred airline and then get ready for takeoff. These carriers offer direct Washington DC to LAX plane tickets from BWI:

  • Southwest Airlines sees the most traveller bookings for flights from BWI to LAX.

  • The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate on this route is Spirit Airlines.

  • From the centre of Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to arrive by car and 50 minutes or so if you're on public transport.

  • Make catching an early Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport and head to your check-in counter feeling relaxed and unhurried:

  • Flights that depart from BWI make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 77% of the time.

About Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles International Airport is around 29 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. It takes around 35 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • It typically takes 1 hour if you're travelling on public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • 72 € is the best price for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport. A return flight starts at 177 €. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

  • Score cheap flights from Washington DC to LAX by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the ideal time frame for picking up a bargain.

  • June is when you're most likely to find a good deal on a Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport ticket. If you want to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Washington DC to LAX.

  • Lock in a cheap flight from Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred duration, number of stops and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). July is the peak month for travel to Los Angeles. If crowds aren't your thing, head there in December.

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your Washington DC to LAX plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport in February when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).

More about Los Angeles

  • Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to Los Angeles International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Los Angeles:

  • All great adventures should include a little sightseeing. Hollywood Sign, Universal Studios Hollywood and Hollywood Bowl are must-do's during your Los Angeles adventure.

Explore more of the United States

  • Los Angeles has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 177 kilometres southeast of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with popular sights like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.

  • Bakersfield is another well-known destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres north of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without a visit to Kern County Museum, Rabobank Arena, Theatre & Convention Centre and Bakersfield Museum of Art.

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