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$114+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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DCA — LAX
Jan 21 — Jan 281
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Los Angeles are usually found in February or September, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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Round-trip from

$216
(Frontier)

One-way from

$114
(Delta)

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$376
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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Los Angeles
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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 1/246:00 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop9h 35mFrontier
Wed 1/298:14 amLAX - DCA
1 stop10h 45mFrontier
Deal found 1/15$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 1/311:01 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop14h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 2/61:05 pmLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$218
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/85:10 pmDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 08mDelta
Wed 2/268:06 amLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 1/16$227
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/145:00 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop9h 59mJetBlue
Mon 2/179:15 pmLAX - DCA
1 stop9h 40mJetBlue
Deal found 1/16$245
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Thu 2/66:05 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop7h 53mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/812:51 amLAX - DCA
1 stop7h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/16$247
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sun 2/169:00 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 16mAlaska Airlines
Wed 2/191:16 pmLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/16$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Mon 2/101:45 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 2/127:56 amLAX - DCA
Nonstop5h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/16$283
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/143:35 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Mon 4/2111:10 pmLAX - DCA
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 1/16$322

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Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/26

6:00 pm-12:31 am

1 stop9h 31m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/11

6:15 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$216

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/31

1:01 pm-12:35 am

1 stop14h 34m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/6

1:05 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$217

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/8

5:10 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/11

8:06 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$227

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/8

5:32 pm-7:32 am

1 stop17h 00m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/11

1:05 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$237

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 2/14

5:00 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 59m

Los Angeles

Mon 2/17

9:15 pm-9:55 am

1 stop9h 40m

$245

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 2/6

6:05 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/8

12:51 am-11:31 am

1 stop7h 40m

$247

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/11

8:00 am-10:55 am

Nonstop5h 55m

Los Angeles

Thu 2/20

8:09 am-3:56 pm

Nonstop4h 47m

$277

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/14

3:35 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Los Angeles

Mon 4/21

11:10 pm-10:00 am

1 stop7h 50m

$322

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/8

5:10 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

$114

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/19

12:42 pm-6:52 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$119

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Reagan-National to Los Angeles in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-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. Reagan-National Airport-Los Angeles flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Los Angeles flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-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. Reagan-National Airport-Los Angeles flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Reagan-National to Los Angeles

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Reagan-National to Los Angeles including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reagan-National to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on January 10, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles, you should look to book at least 51 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 DCA to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 January 16, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reagan-National to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 January 16, 2025.

The most flights from DCA to LAX are scheduled on a Wednesday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 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 January 16, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Southwest. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Los Angeles. You should not have trouble finding flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National; the airport handles an average of 16 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the Los Angeles airport from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. It is only a 9.4 mi journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Los Angeles’s city center.

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

    Frontier, at $216, was found to be the cheapest airline from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Alaska Airlines. These flights start at 49% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $114 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and United Airlines, with prices starting from $118 and $119, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles?

    Consider Japan Airlines (89%), American Airlines (86%) or Malaysia Airlines (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles is $113. On average you can expect to pay $1,163. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $130.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles?

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

    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.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Reagan-National to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to Los Angeles?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 8 airlines flying from Reagan-National to Los Angeles

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Reagan-National 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$90Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$138Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$185Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$193Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$206Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$227Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$278Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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