Question 1

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

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The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $368 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $460 and an overall rating of 7.9.

Question 2

How long does a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles take?

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Direct flights take on average 5h 20m to travel the 2,304 miles between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles.

Question 3

How many flights are there between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles per day?

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Each day, there are between 12 and 15 nonstop flights that take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 5h 31m. The most common departure time is 5:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 95 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 4

How many flights are there between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles per day?

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Each day, there are between 12 and 15 nonstop flights that take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 5h 31m. The most common departure time is 5:00 pm and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 95 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Tuesday.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles was $130 for a one-way ticket and $262 for a round-trip.

Question 6

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

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Even though you are not required to have a passport, keep in mind that an official ID is needed to board the airplane.

Question 7

Which airlines fly most frequently between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

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Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (47 flights per week), Southwest (20 flights per week), and American Airlines (14 flights per week).

Question 8

Which airlines fly most frequently between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

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Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (47 flights per week), Southwest (20 flights per week), and American Airlines (14 flights per week).

Question 9

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

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If you are looking for a flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Los Angeles, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

Question 10

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

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If you are looking for a flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Los Angeles, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

Question 11

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

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On your way to Los Angeles, you’ll fly out from one of these Washington, D.C. airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You’ll be landing at Los Angeles.

Question 12

What’s the earliest departure time from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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Early birds can take the earliest flight from Washington, D.C. at 6:35 am and will be landing in Los Angeles at 9:00 am.

Question 13

What’s the latest departure time from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles jets off at 10:23 pm and lands at 12:59 am.

Question 14

Which airlines fly non-stop between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

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There are 7 airlines that fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. They are: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, Southwest and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Hawaiian Airlines at $138 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Hawaiian Airlines.

Question 15

Which airlines fly non-stop between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are 7 airlines that fly nonstop from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. They are: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue, Southwest and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Hawaiian Airlines at $138 for a round-trip flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Hawaiian Airlines.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight route.

Question 18

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

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

Question 19

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

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

Question 20

Does Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport have any pet relief areas?

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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.

Question 21

Are there onsite airport hotels at Los Angeles International Airport?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 22

Does Dulles International Airport have a prayer room?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 23

Which terminal has the most dining options in Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 24

Can I breastfeed my baby at Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)?

Accepted Answer

You can comfortably breastfeed your baby while waiting for your flight at Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI). This is because BWI boasts nursing stations Landside near the entrance to C gates, Airside at Gates B2, D2, A6, and C7, and by baggage carousel 9.

Question 25

What are some of the special attractions at Baltimore/Washington International Airport (BWI)?

Accepted Answer

At BWI, you can visit the Thurgood Marshall Tribute. At this attraction near the Observation Gallery, you can learn about the exciting life of Thurgood Marshall, the USA’s first African-American Supreme Court Justice. You can also check out the Benson-Hammond House, a Greek revival-style home listed on the USA’s National Register of Historic Places.

Question 26

Which Washington airports feature a USO Lounge?

Accepted Answer

If you’re an active USA military soldier or a family member of one, all Washington airports feature a USO Lounge where you can wait for your flight. The USO Lounge is on the Concourse Level of Terminal A at Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA), beside Baggage Claim 14 on the Lower Level of the International Pier at BWI, and across from Baggage Claims 11 and 12 on the Arrivals Level of the Main Terminal at IAD.

Question 27

Can I rent a car at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

Accepted Answer

Although there are no car rental agencies onsite, you can rent a car once you land at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). This is because Alamo, Budget, Avis, Dollar, Fox, Enterprise, National, Hertz, SIXT, and Thrifty offer shuttles to locations close to the airport. To find the shuttles, head to the designated pick-up spot on the lower arrivals level outside the baggage claim area.

Question 28

Does Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) have a pet relief area?

Accepted Answer

Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR) does have a pet relief area. This designated area, furnished with synthetic carpeted stretch areas, drinking spots, and trash bags, is in Terminal B.

Question 29

Does Los Angeles Airport have an on-site hotel?

Accepted Answer

LAX does not have a hotel on its premises. However, just outside its premises, there’s a high-end hotel: the Hyatt Regency Los Angeles Airport. Given its proximity to the terminals, it’s accessible by foot or free airport shuttle.

Question 30

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is September, where tickets cost $330 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $510 and $501 respectively.

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is September, where tickets cost $330 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $510 and $501 respectively.

Question 32

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

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 33

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?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 34

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

Accepted Answer

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 Los Angeles with an airline and back to Washington, D.C. with another airline.

Question 35

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

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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.

Question 36

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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Flights via New Orleans (MSY) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $168.

Question 37

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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Denver (DEN) is the top choice – 32% of KAYAK users who clicked on 1-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles picked an itinerary connecting there.

Question 38

Which layover airport has the quickest connection when flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer a quick connection, San Antonio (SAT) often has the shortest layovers from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, with an average of 0h 40m.

Question 39

Which layover airport offers the shortest total travel time from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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Consider flying via St. Louis (STL) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 7h 07m.

Question 40

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles delayed?

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Weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles historically see delays in approximately 15% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 178 minutes.

Question 41

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, United Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 11% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 42

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Tuesday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Sunday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 43

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving at night tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the evening have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 44

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, 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.

Question 45

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, 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.

Question 46

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles were found on Frontier ($262) and Southwest ($277).

Question 47

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles were found on Frontier ($262) and Southwest ($277).

Question 48

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles costs $237 on the route between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) and Los Angeles (LAX). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 12% cheaper than other Washington, D.C.-Los Angeles routes. It is also the most popular route.

Question 49

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles costs $237 on the route between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) and Los Angeles (LAX). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 12% cheaper than other Washington, D.C.-Los Angeles routes. It is also the most popular route.

Question 50

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 40% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Question 51

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 40% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Question 52

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

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $451 on average.

Question 53

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

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $451 on average.

Question 54

How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. usually cost between $280 and $525 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $262 on Multiple Airlines (Sep 10-Sep 19).

Question 55

What are the most popular airlines flying to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Los Angeles is United Airlines, followed by Southwest and American Airlines.

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