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10:50 pm - 6:54 amLAX-BWI
5h 04mnonstop
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5:45 am - 8:31 amBWI-LAX
5h 46mnonstop
$61Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 10
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10:50 pm - 6:54 amLAX-BWI
5h 04mnonstop
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5:45 am - 8:31 amBWI-LAX
5h 46mnonstop
$64Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 10
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11:02 pm - 7:01 amLAX-BWI
4h 59mnonstop
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5:45 am - 8:31 amBWI-LAX
5h 46mnonstop
$80Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 23
American Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 4:11 pmLAX-DCA
5h 11mnonstop
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8:20 am - 10:39 amDCA-LAX
5h 19mnonstop
$145American Airlines
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Wed, Aug 27 - Sat, Aug 30
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1:00 pm - 8:59 pmLAX-DCA
4h 59mnonstop
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5:30 pm - 8:09 pmDCA-LAX
5h 39mnonstop
$147American Airlines
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Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 13
United Airlines Logo
11:16 pm - 7:19 amLAX-IAD
5h 03mnonstop
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7:00 am - 9:26 amIAD-LAX
5h 26mnonstop
$177United Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Sat, Sep 20
United Airlines Logo
11:16 pm - 7:19 amLAX-IAD
5h 03mnonstop
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10:05 pm - 12:34 amIAD-LAX
5h 29mnonstop
$192United Airlines
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Wed, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
12:47 pm - 8:59 pmLAX-DCA
5h 12mnonstop
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8:59 am - 11:34 amDCA-LAX
5h 35mnonstop
$237Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 16
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12:47 pm - 8:59 pmLAX-DCA
5h 12mnonstop
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5:49 pm - 12:01 amDCA-LAX
9h 12m1 stop
$241Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Sep 6 - Mon, Sep 15
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7:50 am - 3:49 pmLAX-DCA
4h 59mnonstop
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4:40 pm - 7:10 pmDCA-LAX
5h 30mnonstop
$247Delta
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Wed, Aug 27 - Sat, Aug 30

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

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Sep 3
LAX10:50 pmLos Angeles
5h 04m
BWI6:54 amBaltimore/Washington
Sep 10
BWI5:45 amBaltimore/Washington
5h 46m
LAX8:31 amLos Angeles
$61
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 3
LAX10:50 pmLos Angeles
5h 04m
BWI6:54 amBaltimore/Washington
Sep 10
BWI5:45 amBaltimore/Washington
5h 46m
LAX8:31 amLos Angeles
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 10
LAX11:02 pmLos Angeles
4h 59m
BWI7:01 amBaltimore/Washington
Sep 23
BWI5:45 amBaltimore/Washington
5h 46m
LAX8:31 amLos Angeles
$80
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Southwest flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Our best Southwest deals on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 27
LAX6:50 amLos Angeles
7h 25m
1 stop
IAD5:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Aug 30
IAD3:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 15m
1 stop
LAX9:05 pmLos Angeles
$164
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Southwest
Sep 4
LAX1:20 pmLos Angeles
6h 30m
1 stop
IAD10:50 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sep 6
IAD5:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 20m
1 stop
LAX9:25 pmLos Angeles
$165
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Southwest
Oct 22
LAX8:40 amLos Angeles
11h 25m
1 stop
IAD11:05 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Oct 27
IAD6:25 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 55m
1 stop
LAX11:20 pmLos Angeles
$170
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Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Wed 9/3

10:50 pm-6:54 am

Nonstop5h 04m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/10

5:45 am-8:31 am

Nonstop5h 46m

$61

Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Wed 9/3

10:50 pm-6:54 am

Nonstop5h 04m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/10

5:45 am-8:31 am

Nonstop5h 46m

$64

Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Wed 9/10

11:02 pm-7:01 am

Nonstop4h 59m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/23

5:45 am-8:31 am

Nonstop5h 46m

$80

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

8:00 am-4:11 pm

Nonstop5h 11m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/30

8:20 am-10:39 am

Nonstop5h 19m

$145

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

1:00 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop4h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/13

5:30 pm-8:09 pm

Nonstop5h 39m

$147

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Tue 9/16

11:16 pm-7:19 am

Nonstop5h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/20

7:00 am-9:26 am

Nonstop5h 26m

$177

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 9/17

11:16 pm-7:19 am

Nonstop5h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 9/21

10:05 pm-12:34 am

Nonstop5h 29m

$192

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sat 8/30

12:47 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/16

8:59 am-11:34 am

Nonstop5h 35m

$237

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sat 9/6

12:47 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop5h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/15

5:49 pm-12:01 am

1 stop9h 12m

$241

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

7:50 am-3:49 pm

Nonstop4h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/30

4:40 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$247

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

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

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles, with most prices found around $306. If you’re not able to fly to Washington, D.C. in August, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. during September average around $316.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $418. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. for around $571.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Washington, D.C.?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. when you can find flight prices for as low as $375. Flying to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around $482. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

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

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Washington, D.C. for around $322 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles for as low as $235 on momondo.

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

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

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights?

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

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

As of August 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 36% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Best Price Found

$30

Fastest flight time

4h 41m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Washington, D.C.

3 airports
The best one-way flight to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is $30. The best round-trip flight deal from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $61.
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. takes 4h 41m
Direct flights go from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. every day.
There are 3 airports near Washington, D.C.: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Baltimore/Washington (BWI), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
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  • How far is Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. by plane?

    Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. are 2296.4 mi apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 4h 51m.

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

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

    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 Los Angeles Airport to Washington, D.C..

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Washington, D.C.?

    The required travel and health documents for your Washington, D.C. trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Washington, D.C.. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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

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Free Cancellation
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $80Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,054 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom $110Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,232 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom $138Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,623 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $138Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,987 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $156Free CancellationRating
7.2
2,914 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $186Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,246 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $206Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $214Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,915 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $216Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

    The lowest priced Delta flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. from the last 72 hours was $138. Generally, Delta has 1 flight on this route every week with an average price of $435. Delta is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

    Alaska Airlines (8.0/10 from 10,000 reviews) operates around 14 flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in any given week. The average Alaska Airlines airfare for this route is around $387, with deals from around $206 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight searches in the last 72 hours.

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Book flights to Washington, D.C. if you plan to visit one of these locations
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Fly into one of these airports located in Washington, D.C.

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 22.4 mi from Washington, D.C.
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport