Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. from C$ 247

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Southwest Logo
8:15 a.m. - 9:40 p.m.
LAX
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DCA
10h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:40 a.m. - 5:10 p.m.
DCA
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LAX
8h 30m
1 stop
C$ 421Southwest
Tue, 4 Aug - Wed, 26 Aug
Southwest Logo
12:15 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.
LAX
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DCA
7h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
4:50 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.
DCA
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LAX
8h 35m
2 stops
C$ 422Southwest
Thu, 6 Aug - Tue, 11 Aug
United Airlines Logo
11:30 p.m. - 7:33 a.m.
LAX
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IAD
5h 03mdirect
United Airlines Logo
7:00 a.m. - 9:26 a.m.
IAD
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LAX
5h 26mdirect
C$ 428United Airlines
Fri, 10 Jul - Mon, 13 Jul
Southwest Logo
5:00 a.m. - 4:10 p.m.
LAX
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DCA
8h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:10 p.m. - 12:10 a.m.
DCA
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LAX
9h 00m
1 stop
C$ 428Southwest
Tue, 28 Jul - Thu, 30 Jul
Southwest Logo
7:55 a.m. - 8:50 p.m.
LAX
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DCA
9h 55m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:50 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.
DCA
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LAX
8h 35m
2 stops
C$ 429Southwest
Thu, 6 Aug - Tue, 11 Aug
Southwest Logo
5:30 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
LAX
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DCA
8h 15m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:55 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
DCA
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LAX
12h 50m
1 stop
C$ 431Southwest
Sat, 1 Aug - Sat, 8 Aug
United Airlines Logo
11:00 p.m. - 6:53 a.m.
LAX
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IAD
4h 53mdirect
United Airlines Logo
7:00 a.m. - 9:34 a.m.
IAD
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LAX
5h 34mdirect
C$ 435United Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Sun, 23 Aug
Southwest Logo
12:50 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
LAX
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DCA
7h 10m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:05 a.m. - 2:05 p.m.
DCA
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LAX
11h 00m
2 stops
C$ 435Southwest
Thu, 3 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
Alaska Airlines Logo
11:50 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
LAX
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DCA
5h 10mdirect
Alaska Airlines Logo
9:30 a.m. - 11:59 a.m.
DCA
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LAX
5h 29mdirect
C$ 439Alaska Airlines
Tue, 15 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep
JetBlue Logo
9:56 p.m. - 11:45 a.m.
LAX
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DCA
10h 49m
1 stop
JetBlue Logo
4:55 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.
DCA
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LAX
10h 04m
1 stop
C$ 441JetBlue
Wed, 9 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec

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

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
15 Sep
LAX11:50 a.m.Los Angeles
5h 10m
DCA8:00 p.m.Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
20 Sep
DCA9:30 a.m.Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 29m
LAX11:59 a.m.Los Angeles
C$ 439
Alaska Airlines
4 Aug
LAX11:48 a.m.Los Angeles
5h 12m
DCA8:00 p.m.Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
29 Aug
DCA9:30 a.m.Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 29m
LAX11:59 a.m.Los Angeles
C$ 478
Alaska Airlines
22 Sep
LAX11:50 a.m.Los Angeles
5h 10m
DCA8:00 p.m.Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
23 Sep
DCA9:30 a.m.Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
5h 29m
LAX11:59 a.m.Los Angeles
C$ 485

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

Our best United Airlines deals on Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight tickets
United Airlines
10 Jul
LAX11:30 p.m.Los Angeles
5h 03m
IAD7:33 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13 Jul
IAD7:00 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 26m
LAX9:26 a.m.Los Angeles
C$ 428
United Airlines
18 Aug
LAX11:00 p.m.Los Angeles
4h 53m
IAD6:53 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
22 Aug
IAD9:00 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 32m
LAX11:32 a.m.Los Angeles
C$ 435
United Airlines
3 Sep
LAX12:49 p.m.Los Angeles
4h 59m
IAD8:48 p.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7 Sep
IAD7:00 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
5h 34m
LAX9:34 a.m.Los Angeles
C$ 439

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Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

8:15 a.m.-9:40 p.m.

1 stop10h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 26/8

11:40 a.m.-5:10 p.m.

1 stop8h 30m

C$ 421

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 6/8

12:15 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

1 stop7h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/8

4:50 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

2 stops8h 35m

C$ 422

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Fri 10/7

11:30 p.m.-7:33 a.m.

Nonstop5h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 13/7

7:00 a.m.-9:26 a.m.

Nonstop5h 26m

C$ 428

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Tue 28/7

5:00 a.m.-4:10 p.m.

1 stop8h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 30/7

6:10 p.m.-12:10 a.m.

1 stop9h 00m

C$ 428

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 6/8

7:55 a.m.-8:50 p.m.

2 stops9h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 11/8

4:50 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

2 stops8h 35m

C$ 429

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sat 1/8

5:30 a.m.-4:45 p.m.

2 stops8h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 8/8

6:55 a.m.-4:45 p.m.

1 stop12h 50m

C$ 431
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Tue 18/8

11:00 p.m.-6:53 a.m.

Nonstop4h 53m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 23/8

7:00 a.m.-9:34 a.m.

Nonstop5h 34m

C$ 435

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 3/9

12:50 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

1 stop7h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/9

6:05 a.m.-2:05 p.m.

2 stops11h 00m

C$ 435

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Tue 15/9

11:50 a.m.-8:00 p.m.

Nonstop5h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 20/9

9:30 a.m.-11:59 a.m.

Nonstop5h 29m

C$ 439

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 9/12

9:56 p.m.-11:45 a.m.

1 stop10h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 13/12

4:55 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop10h 04m

C$ 441

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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.?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles during September instead. Flights to Washington, D.C. in September, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around C$ 512.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. is on a Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for Washington, D.C. on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as C$ 350. The most expensive day to fly to Washington, D.C. is Tuesday, with ticket prices averaging around C$ 1,125.

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

In the morning 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 C$ 831. Flying to Washington, D.C. in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to Washington, D.C., so prices are often more expensive at around C$ 1,010 per ticket.

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 from Los Angeles 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 C$ 607 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 C$ 482 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight.

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

As of June 2026, prices for Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flights are approximately 11% more expensive 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.

Fastest flight time

5h 06m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Washington, D.C.

2 airports
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. takes 5h 06m
Direct flights go from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. every day.
There are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. From Los Angeles there are direct flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

Frequently asked questions about flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

  • How far is Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. by plane?

    The distance between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. is about 3695.7 km. Flights usually cover this in 5h 06m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Washington, D.C. are updated daily.

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

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for 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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

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Gaithersburg
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National Harbor
Reston
Herndon
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Manassas
Woodbridge
Silver Spring
Falls Church
Rockville
McLean
Tysons

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