Question 1

How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles can take about 5h 32m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $96. There are 2296 mi between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

Question 2

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles round-trip?

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Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $96 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and United Airlines, starting at $128 and $197 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 72% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Question 3

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles one-way?

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To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $48. Frontier flights start at $63 while deals on Southwest start at $99 one-way.

Question 4

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

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Booking 30 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Question 5

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

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Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (average of $105). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $166). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Question 6

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

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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Question 9

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

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The most flights from WAS to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

Question 10

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles on average per day?

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30 flight departures from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles per day on average.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 13% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 50% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 33% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 3% of flight departures

Question 11

How recently were the Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight deals updated?

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The Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 9/19.

Question 12

What days are nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

Question 13

What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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While some choose either Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Los Angeles or Baltimore/Washington - Los Angeles, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Los Angeles is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles.

Question 14

What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is $103. On average you can expect to pay $905. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $147.

Question 15

What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are Egyptair (91%), Air New Zealand (87%) and Virgin Australia (87%).

Question 16

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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Before booking your flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles check out the most popular airlines for this route: United Airlines, Alaska Airlines or American Airlines.

Question 17

Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for under $200 on Cheapflights?

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Cheapflights has at least 8 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is less than $210.

Question 18

Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for under $200?

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There are currently 18+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles within the next 7 days for less than $200.

Question 19

Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for under $100 on Cheapflights?

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Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $96, but on average you can expect to pay $223.

Question 20

Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights have a layover in Chicago most of the time. Dallas sees the next most layovers on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights.

Question 21

Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights?

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Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights have a layover in Atlanta the least frequently. Atlanta is followed by Charlotte in terms of the least popular layover location on flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles.

Question 22

What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Chicago?

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If you're on a layover in Chicago and looking for things to do, consider visiting Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, or River North. Magnificent Mile, Grant Park, and River North are located about 15.5 mi, 16.2 mi, and 15.0 mi, respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Chicago can rent one for about $60 per day.

Question 23

What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Dallas?

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Most Dallas visitors opt to spend their time at American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion, and Majestic Theatre. American Airlines Center, Dos Equis Pavilion and Majestic Theatre are located about 15.0 mi, 18.3 mi, and 16.1 mi, respectively from Dallas/Fort Worth if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Dallas looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $52 per day.

Question 24

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 24% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

Question 25

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

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To save on the cost of your flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, book at least 31 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 89% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $376 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $600.

Question 26

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

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February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.. Prices for February average $352 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $133. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a February flight can save you 28% on your journey compared to booking in December

Question 27

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from WAS to LAX?

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It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Los Angeles flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Question 29

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Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C.-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Question 30

What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.?

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Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. You should not have trouble finding flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 43 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 10 airlines have flights to the Los Angeles airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 9.4 mi journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Los Angeles’s city center.

Question 31

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One of the most popular airlines traveling from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is Delta. Flights from Delta traveling this route typically cost $446.36 RT. This price is typically 58% cheaper than other airlines that offer Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $278. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is the most common Washington, D.C. airport to take off from when flying to Los Angeles. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Los Angeles. When flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, Delta flights are 11% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Question 32

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One of the most popular airlines traveling from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $380.49 RT. This price is typically 34% cheaper than other airlines that offer Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $133. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is the most common Washington, D.C. airport to take off from when flying to Los Angeles. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Los Angeles. When flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, Frontier flights are 10% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Question 33

What does IAD to LAX mean?

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IAD and LAX are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. IAD to LAX refers to a flight route from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

Question 34

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

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Yes. In addition to deals on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

Question 35

How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles.

Question 36

Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Question 37

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Question 38

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles that allow pets onboard?

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Many airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 39

Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles that include extra baggage allowance?

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The amount of baggage you can bring on your Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 40

Can I find deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles with specific airlines?

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Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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Popular in	December
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Round-trip from	$96 (Cheapflightsfares)
One-way from	$48 (Cheapflightsfares)

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FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars	Cancellation PolicyAirline Policy
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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$90	Average$211	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Frontier	Cheapest$95	Average$216	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Alaska Airlines	Cheapest$133	Average$380	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%
JetBlue	Cheapest$139	Average$326	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Delta	Cheapest$143	Average$452	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Sun Country Air	Cheapest$160	Average$344	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time83%
United Airlines	Cheapest$210	Average$396	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$233	Average$414	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Southwest	Cheapest$278	Average$446	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%

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What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Chicago?

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