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$115 Find Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

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Cheapest round-trip
$219
Overall average: $333
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LAX - BWI • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$257
Typical prices: $327-$535
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LAX - DCA • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (LAX-WAS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. 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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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

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Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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Planning a trip from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

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

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. costs $251 on the route between Los Angeles (LAX) and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA). Over the past month, flights between Los Angeles (LAX) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) were, on average, 8% cheaper than other Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. routes. This is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

When flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Los Angeles, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Mondays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., 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 Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. is August, where tickets cost $317 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $457 and $442 respectively.

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

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops layover the cheapest option at $431 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

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 41% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

 
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KAYAK's tips to save more on a Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight

Based on the flight data for the route from Los Angeles (LAX) to Washington, D.C. (WAS), it appears that the cheapest day of the week to fly is generally Wednesday, while the cheapest month to fly is September.

Cheapest Route: Opt for flights from LAX to Baltimore/Washington (BWI) for the cheapest route.

Booking Time: Book your flight at least 21 days in advance to get the best price.

Cheapest Airline: Consider flying with Spirit Airlines, which generally offers the cheapest fares for this route.

Direct or Layover: Direct flights are significantly cheaper than flights with a layover for this route.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$115
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
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Flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. 
karenFlew with Alaska Airlines
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Personal tips are bring your own food if you're hungry; keep foot space as open as possible for leg room; pack your patience
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Get to the airport on time because traffic in LA is unexpected

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

  • Does Baltimore International Airport have a pet relief area?

    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.

  • What are good hotels near Baltimore / Washington International Airport?

    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.

  • Does Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport have a prayer room?

    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.

  • Does Dulles International Airport have a military lounge?

    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.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is a hub for which airlines?

    Travelers flying aboard Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines should remember that the carriers have their hubs at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). You will enjoy expedited services, cozy amenities, and a wide range of direct flights to Washington, DC.

  • Which are the popular layovers for flights between Los Angeles and Washington, DC?

    When reserving your flight from LAX to Washington, DC, several airlines offer one- or two-stop journeys along this route. For instance, Spirit Airlines has a layover at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS), while American Airlines makes two stopovers, at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) and Philadelphia International Airport (PHL).

  • How can I move between the terminals at Los Angeles International Airport?

    Los Angeles International Airport operates two terminals frequently utilized by those flying aboard Air Canada Express and Frontier Airlines. Automated trains depart every 10-20 minutes from each terminal so travelers can easily move between the two points.

  • Are there restaurants at Baltimore-Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)?

    If you have just landed at BWI and wish to refuel as you wait for pickup or the next flight, retreat into one of the numerous eateries that dot this property. Auntie Anne's Pretzels, located pre-security on Concourse B, is ideal. Pop in for sweet and savory pretzels with a twist.

  • Are there car rentals at Washington-Dulles International Airport (IAD)?

    Consider hiring a car for a convenient and flexible self-drive from IAD to the city center. Several car rental agencies operate their counters at this facility, located past the baggage claim area, down the ramp. Popular brands include Hertz, Avis, and Enterprise. There is a complimentary shuttle to ferry to the off-site car rental facility. It might be best to do early booking to enjoy cheaper rates.

  • What other cities does Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) serve?

    Once you arrive at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and are planning to stay around for some time, it might be helpful to explore other destinations. DCA serves other towns and cities beyond Washington worth visiting. For example, Baltimore, Frederick, Stevensville, and Warrenton are towns located about an hour’s drive away.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. was $115 for a one-way ticket and $219 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C.?

    A passport is not required to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C..

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

    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.

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

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

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C., with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. are Alaska Airlines and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $376 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $305 and an overall rating of 8.0.

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

    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..

  • 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.?

    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.

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

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

    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.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $211 or less one-way and $355 or less round-trip.
  • Interested in purchasing flights from Los Angeles to Washington? Make sure to take into consideration where you will be staying in the city. While Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport is a convenient choice for travelers staying in the city center, Baltimore International Airport is a better choice for those heading to the D.C. suburbs in Maryland. Finally, Dulles International Airport is a practical option for anyone that plans to stay in Virginia.
  • Planning on traveling with your family? Bring your kids to the NASA-themed play area located in Concourse B of Dulles International Airport. This play area is filled with interactive games, toys, and activities, making it an easy way for children to unwind after being cooped up in a plane for several hours.
  • Hoping to have a direct flight from Los Angeles to Washington? Consider booking your ticket with United Airlines, as this company offers many direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to both Dulles International Airport and Baltimore International Airport. Travelers can also pay a small fee to upgrade to Economy Plus and receive more legroom.
  • If you need to unwind after your flight has landed, pay a visit to the meditation room located between Concourses D and E of Baltimore International Airport. This quiet space is open to all travelers and is a convenient place to clear your mind and de-stress after a long day of traveling.
  • For travelers who would like to use public transportation to move from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport to downtown Washington, consider taking the local metro. There is a stop connected directly to the airport and it is an affordable way to move throughout the entire D.C. area.
  • You can easily access Los Angeles International Airport from the city center of Los Angeles via public transportation. LAX FlyAway operates a bus from 800 N. Alameda St. at Union Station, departing every 30 minutes to Terminal 1’s lower level at LAX. The journey lasts about an hour. You also can hop onto a tram and arrive at the terminal in about 1h 10min.
  • If you arrive at Los Angeles International Airport feeling weary, you can seek therapy in the XpresSpa in Terminal 5. The outlet offers sensual and relaxation services, including massages, waxing, and pedicures to calm your nerves and cool your emotions before flying to Washington, DC.
  • Travelers who need assistance upon arrival at Washington-Dulles International Airport (IAD) can seek out one of the facility’s convenient information counters severed by volunteers. These desks are located at the arrivals level, close to the baggage claim area.

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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The bathroom trash container under the sink fell out and was like that long before my flight. The plane smelled of canned fish and floor was Deteriorating

4.0 OkayTimothy, Jan 2026
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The bathroom trash container under the sink fell out and was like that long before my flight. The plane smelled of canned fish and floor was Deteriorating

My TSA pre check was left Off my boarding pass which was a large inconvenience.

Alaska is a great airline. Unfortunately, our flight was canceled in a really late hour and it caused a lot of hardship in my travel process.

More comfortable than the flight to Los Angeles. But food was mediocre again. Attendants kind and courteous.

I behave had better flights this one was old and poor

I haven’t flown in over 20 years and had my grandkids, so I had lots of questions. They were very polite and helpful . Thank you.

Was notified the departure would be late. Later on it was suddenly on time. Traffic by LAX was horrendous, and I missed the flight.

The flights were all late and they would not refund my money

Comfort level was below par. Food selection was non-existent. Paying $35 for 1st bag is never appreciated. I will not fly them again. I am actually trying to change my return flight.

They were so kind to us! The entire staff were so good to us when we had our service dog join our trip and we couldn't be more grateful!

The seats are now more narrow. I paid for front row the seats in the front are even more narrow than before.

The wifi on the plane is great. The only issue that I have is that I prefer an aisle seat and on my trips this week, I was either in the middle or window. If we can work to secure aisle seating, I will be thrilled. Nice trip.

Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

We got exit row seats both flights. Everything was running on time

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Crew could have been friendlier, maybe I'm spoiled by SW crews. In flight wifi was good. Would be nice to have more food offerings on a 4 plus hour flight

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Check-in and in-flight staff were better than average. The seat was a fair size but too hard and not enough padding. The cushion/pillow provided is poor (thin and seems to be disposable ,it provides no effective cushioning or support). Food was OK-ish but no choice of inflight snacks and no easy place to get drinks other than water (I could ask for juice by intruding into the staff area at the back of the plane) Entertainment was very good actually. Overall better than I expected from a US-based airline (sorry!) but compared to ANA or Singapore it was so-so. (I live in Japan so they are my comparative airlines)

Fine not above and beyond as I had a connection that was delayed due to maintenance

Terrible. Our first time back on United for 10 years, the seats in Polaris class are small and uncomfortable. They have squished too many people in to get more $$$. The staff are not friendly and not wanting to accommodate. I asked for two salads rather than a main meal and was advised no we wont do that. Then asked what I would like for breakfast and given something else anyway. I will not be flying United International anytime soon.

Bad food, bad service, cold cabin with no additional blankets when asked for (they told me they don’t provide additional blankets). I’m a frequent traveler and this is one of the worst companies I traveled with (by the way I thought that I booked my ticket with Lufthansa but I didn’t see that the flights were handled by United).

Unfortunately weather delayed our flight waiting for our plane to arrive and due to a little snow time was needed to deice the plane so departure was very delayed and I missed the connecting flight

The flight crew where really good. Better then the crew from BNE to SFO

Miserable. They moved my seat, but canceled the next leg of my flight. I resolved the issue at my transfer, but that resulted in lost luggage that has taken days off my schedule with no resolution. Worse, they fail to interface effectively with Lufthansa, forcing me to bounce between two equally useless help desks. The apps are unable to handle the situation, the bag dropped off the tracker, and while the call centers are polite, they do not provide written information to assist with cross-airline communication.

It was great with United overall except for two things. 1) It was a 5-hour flight and we were with kids, so we were asking for extra snacks. They were extremely reticent to dole them out even though there wasn't any meal and the kids were starting to hit their limit towards the end. 2) Baggage didn't arrive until 80 minutes after we landed.

I’m so sorry, I can’t remember her name, I believe it was Dimpti. She was stellar, also a mature Asian flight attendant, lots of flowers in her hair, just as amazing! But literally the crew was AWESOME . Only downside is there weren’t any charging outlets. Maybe I needed to ask a flight attendant , but it would’ve been nice to have one easily accessible.

The only downside was my cell phone charger wouldn’t work in the charging port but everyone else’s would work in them all. My cell phone cable works fine in my hotel room in Frankfurt.

The flight was on time/early, attentive crew, and everything overall went smoothly. Disappointed that WIFI was not working for the flight.

Flight was delayed for 2 hours, then last minute the change to on time. The satélite location is far and a nightmare to get to.

For a 5 1/2 hour flite i considered the "business class" to be subpar. The seats were just ok, no amenities, really nothing more than a long domestic flight. Frankly disappointed.

The entertainment options were at best, fair. It was exactly the same as my outbound flight. It would have been more entertaining if there were some series from Apple TV, HBO, Showtime or other carriers for me to catch up with.

Concern Regarding Significant Gate Delay and Jet Bridge Issue Dear Customer Relations Team, I am writing to express my disappointment with the experience I had on my recent flight AA 2414 on Sunday January 18, 2026. What should have been a routine departure turned into a frustrating and avoidable delay due to an issue with the jet bridge at the gate. As a result, the flight was delayed by approximately 90 minutes while multiple gate changes were attempted. The lack of clear communication during this period made the situation even more challenging. Passengers were left uncertain about the cause of the delay, the expected timeline, and the next steps. This not only disrupted travel plans but also created unnecessary stress for everyone on board. I understand that operational issues can arise, but a malfunctioning jet bridge and the resulting extended delay suggest an area where procedures or equipment maintenance may need attention. I hope you will review this incident to prevent similar disruptions in the future. I would appreciate acknowledgment of this concern and consideration of appropriate compensation for the inconvenience and lost time caused by this delay. Thank you for taking the time to review my experience. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Dion Dillard

While I didn’t watch much tv I would have liked a few more options of TV series from Apple TV or hbo max ..

The flight was very smooth and the meal in business class was great.

I requested a low sodium meal. Reason being, I take medicine for high blood pressure and I wear compression socks on long flights to help with leg swelling. Having less sodium in meals really helps me feel better on long flights. I received my initial low sodium meal after takeoff. Just before landing, the crew came through with the meal cart and offered me what was being served. I said no thank you and then noticed my low sodium meal in the meal cart, with my name and seat assignment on it. I motioned to the crew member, but he grabbed the meal cart and proceeded to move to the rear of the aircraft. He didn’t see me or other passengers who had attempted to get this attention. He was more concerned about completing meal service since we were due to land in under 45 minutes. I pressed the call light five times from my seat to receive help, but no crew member responded to me. So, I didn’t receive a second meal, one that I requested (the low sodium option). This led me to have a migraine from only eating one meal on an 11-hour flight. This is why I’m not a fan of flying US-based airlines overseas. The crew members continue to show the absolute worst customer service experience. I would not recommend flying American for overseas flights.

Not great. Booked Extra seats and got nothing extra at all. It’s basically a big budget airline.

I got sick nothing contagious but distressing enough and the care I received on the flight was astounding.

They cancelled the flight due to crew unavailability. The next day they cancelled the flight again.

For the price of the fare, there really isn’t much to complain about.

A Spirit agent caused me to miss my flight. The company has not responded for request of refund. Stay away from Spirit.

I arrived two hours early, and at 9:20 I was still queuing for security.

Got to LAX at 3:20 am, the counter personnel did not start to check in bags till 3:40 am. I patiently waited at the priority check in line as they started to take people from the general line. After about 15 minutes of waiting, I approached the lady exactly in front of the priority line and asked her if they would be taking people from the priority line or if I would need to switch to waiting in the general line. She responded “yes”, I then asked her yes to what? And she yelled back at me loudly “I SAID YES!” Needless to say, I waited at the end of the line of the general line. I could have been told the priority line would not be called upon and could have queued in the general line ahead of many people that arrived to cue after I did

Terrible they canceled the flight very sheepishly and ended up costing me 1200 dollars and kayak and xcover are doing nothing

No free snacks or drinks. Freezing. Uncomfortable. No plugs or entertainment. If you fly to LA the make you change terminals with a slow bus. Awful trip that took forever. Terrible airline- maybe the worst I’ve ever flown.

Crew are always very angry and dismissive like they seem they are being forced to work. In addition, there was a long line for the bathrooms, and only one was allowed to be used. No reason was given for only one bathroom being available; apparently, the stewardess was more interested in using the jumpseat instead of allowing the customers to use the bathroom.

Vegas is such a quick flight that amenities aren’t the important part, in my opinion. Just get me there efficiently and safely, and that’s exactly what they did!

The flight was severely delayed due to the missing flight attendants.

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