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8:26 pm - 11:15 pmBWI-LAX
5h 49mnonstop
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11:18 am - 7:19 pmLAX-BWI
5h 01mnonstop
$104Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 9
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5:35 am - 8:17 amBWI-LAX
5h 42mnonstop
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11:18 am - 7:19 pmLAX-BWI
5h 01mnonstop
$108Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 5
American Airlines Logo
4:59 pm - 7:56 pmDCA-LAX
5h 57mnonstop
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12:57 pm - 8:44 pmLAX-DCA
4h 47mnonstop
$163American Airlines
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Sat, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 19
American Airlines Logo
5:21 pm - 8:00 pmDCA-LAX
5h 39mnonstop
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8:05 am - 3:55 pmLAX-DCA
4h 50mnonstop
$165American Airlines
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Sat, Nov 1 - Sat, Nov 8
Frontier Logo
1:55 pm - 9:45 pmIAD-LAX
10h 50m1 stop
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6:15 pm - 9:17 amLAX-IAD
12h 02m1 stop
$169Frontier
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Mon, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 2
Frontier Logo
6:00 am - 12:28 pmIAD-LAX
9h 28m1 stop
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1:23 pm - 12:11 amLAX-IAD
7h 48m1 stop
$171Frontier
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Thu, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 10
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 9:25 amIAD-LAX
5h 25mnonstop
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9:35 pm - 5:38 amLAX-IAD
5h 03mnonstop
$177United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 20
United Airlines Logo
12:00 pm - 5:25 pmDCA-LAX
8h 25m1 stop
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6:00 am - 3:55 pmLAX-DCA
6h 55m1 stop
$188United Airlines
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Thu, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:59 am - 11:34 amDCA-LAX
5h 35mnonstop
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12:47 pm - 8:59 pmLAX-DCA
5h 12mnonstop
$219Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Sep 26 - Tue, Sep 30
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6:35 pm - 7:40 amDCA-LAX
16h 05m1 stop
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7:00 am - 5:32 pmLAX-DCA
7h 32m1 stop
$236Alaska Airlines
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Spirit Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Nov 5
BWI8:26 pmBaltimore/Washington
5h 49m
LAX11:15 pmLos Angeles
Nov 9
LAX11:18 amLos Angeles
5h 01m
BWI7:19 pmBaltimore/Washington
Spirit Airlines
Oct 28
BWI5:35 amBaltimore/Washington
5h 42m
LAX8:17 amLos Angeles
Nov 5
LAX11:18 amLos Angeles
5h 01m
BWI7:19 pmBaltimore/Washington
Spirit Airlines
Nov 12
BWI8:26 pmBaltimore/Washington
5h 49m
LAX11:15 pmLos Angeles
Nov 15
LAX11:18 amLos Angeles
5h 01m
BWI7:19 pmBaltimore/Washington

United Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Our best United Airlines deals on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight tickets
United Airlines
Oct 15
IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 25m
LAX9:25 amLos Angeles
Oct 20
LAX9:35 pmLos Angeles
5h 03m
IAD5:38 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines
Feb 12
DCA12:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 25m
1 stop
LAX5:25 pmLos Angeles
Feb 17
LAX6:00 amLos Angeles
6h 55m
1 stop
DCA3:55 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National
United Airlines
Oct 19
IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 25m
LAX9:25 amLos Angeles
Oct 25
LAX9:35 pmLos Angeles
5h 03m
IAD5:38 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

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Price

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 11/5

8:26 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Los Angeles

Sun 11/9

11:18 am-7:19 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

$104

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 10/28

5:35 am-8:17 am

Nonstop5h 42m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/5

11:18 am-7:19 pm

Nonstop5h 01m

$108

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/15

4:59 pm-7:56 pm

Nonstop5h 57m

Los Angeles

Wed 11/19

12:57 pm-8:44 pm

Nonstop4h 47m

$163

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 11/1

5:21 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop5h 39m

Los Angeles

Sat 11/8

8:05 am-3:55 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

$165

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 9/29

1:55 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop10h 50m

Los Angeles

Thu 10/2

6:15 pm-9:17 am

1 stop12h 02m

$169

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/6

6:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Los Angeles

Mon 11/10

1:23 pm-12:11 am

1 stop7h 48m

$171

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/15

7:00 am-9:25 am

Nonstop5h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 10/20

9:35 pm-5:38 am

Nonstop5h 03m

$177

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/12

12:00 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/17

6:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$188

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 9/26

8:59 am-11:34 am

Nonstop5h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/30

12:47 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

$219

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/24

6:35 pm-7:40 am

1 stop16h 05m

Los Angeles

Fri 1/30

7:00 am-5:32 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$236

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C., with most prices found around $313. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of August, then book flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. during July instead. Flights to Los Angeles in July, while not as cheap as those in August, still average around $322.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to Los Angeles. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $448. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Los Angeles on Sunday is $589.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the evening. Flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as $396. In the afternoon is when there is more demand to fly to Los Angeles, so prices are often more expensive at around $748 per ticket.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around $375 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. for as low as $275 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles.

How have Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights are approximately 16% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

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Cheap Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (WAS to LAX) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$90

Fastest flight time

5h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Los Angeles

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. in the past 72 hours is $90. The best round-trip flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $163.
The fastest flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles takes 5h 25m
Direct flights go from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles every day.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)
  • How far is Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is 2296.4 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 5h 25m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles Airport?

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Los Angeles Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Los Angeles Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $96Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,019 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $128Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,174 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $138Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,724 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $142Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,914 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $167Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,957 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $171Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,242 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $194Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,924 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $209Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Sun Country AirPriceFrom $327Free CancellationRating
6.9
330 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

    Alaska Airlines is one of the most popular airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, operating 6 flights/week on average for this route. A good Alaska Airlines flight deal for Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles starts from $209 round-trip, up to an average price of $389. Our users have rated Alaska Airlines at 8.0/10.

  • Delta Flights From Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

    $167 is the best Delta flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average Delta ticket price found was closer to $457, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. Delta (7.9/10 from 7,957 user reviews) flies into Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. 6 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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