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$112+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Los Angeles (LAX)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — LAX
Feb 25 — Mar 41
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Los Angeles

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$208
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$112
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$327

Good round-trip deal

$351 or less

Good one-way deal

$163 or less
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From District of Columbia to Los Angeles
One-way flight from District of Columbia to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025
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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/78:01 amIAD - LAX
1 stop27h 33mFrontier
Fri 5/304:59 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop20h 24mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$208
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/259:00 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/36:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop12h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$209
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/237:31 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 54mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/19:25 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$209
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/211:03 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop14h 22mFrontier
Fri 3/286:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop12h 29mFrontier
Deal found 2/20$210
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/23:19 pmIAD - LAX
1 stop9h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/86:00 amLAX - IAD
1 stop7h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$213
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/29:00 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 4/21:03 pmLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$221
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Sun 3/237:31 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 54mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 4/19:25 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 57mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/20$222
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/1610:05 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2011:05 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/20$228
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/29:00 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 03mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/96:00 amLAX - DCA
1 stop7h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/20$237
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Tue 4/2911:00 amDCA - LAX
1 stop12h 38mJetBlue
Sat 5/106:00 amLAX - DCA
1 stop8h 53mJetBlue
Deal found 2/20$245
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/188:15 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/258:35 amLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/20$252
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Tue 4/13:40 pmIAD - LAX
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Tue 4/1512:45 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$252

Find flights from District of Columbia to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Return

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Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/7

8:01 am-8:34 am

1 stop27h 33m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/30

4:59 pm-4:23 pm

1 stop20h 24m

$208

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 3/25

9:00 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/3

6:30 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$209

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/23

7:31 am-10:25 am

Nonstop5h 54m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

9:25 am-5:22 pm

Nonstop4h 57m

$209

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 3/21

1:03 pm-12:25 am

1 stop14h 22m

Los Angeles

Fri 3/28

6:30 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$210

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/2

3:19 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/8

6:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$213

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/2

9:00 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/2

1:03 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop4h 56m

$221

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 3/23

7:31 am-10:25 am

Nonstop5h 54m

Los Angeles

Tue 4/1

9:25 am-5:22 pm

Nonstop4h 57m

$222

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/16

10:05 pm-12:56 am

Nonstop5h 51m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/20

11:05 pm-7:06 am

Nonstop5h 01m

$228

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/2

9:00 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

6:00 am-4:38 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$237

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/29

11:00 am-8:38 pm

1 stop12h 38m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/8

11:20 am-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$245

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Travel insights for flights from District of Columbia to Los Angeles

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Los Angeles?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from District of Columbia to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to Los Angeles as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

The most flights from USDC to LAX are scheduled on a Thursday (29 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Los Angeles. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from District of Columbia to Los Angeles, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very good

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from District of Columbia?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from District of Columbia to Los Angeles. It is only a 9.4 mi journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Los Angeles’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to Los Angeles one-way?

    $112 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $114 and $124, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from District of Columbia to Los Angeles?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from District of Columbia to Los Angeles are Air China (87%), Ethiopian Air (87%) and United Airlines (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Los Angeles?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from District of Columbia to Los Angeles? While on average our users pay $845, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $113. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Los Angeles), is priced around $139.

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on District of Columbia to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from District of Columbia to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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.

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Top 9 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Los Angeles

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia to Los Angeles. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$74Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$95Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$163Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$174Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$197Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$216Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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