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$99+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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WAS — LAX
Nov 25 — Dec 21
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are usually found in February or September, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Round-trip from

$173
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$99
(United Airlines)
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/98:38 amBWI - LAX
1 stop11h 49mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/146:41 amLAX - BWI
1 stop13h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/18$173
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/37:00 amDCA - LAX
1 stop13h 40mFrontier
Tue 12/108:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$208
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/95:32 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/1010:35 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop12h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/18$208
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Mon 12/97:05 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 50mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/1611:18 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/18$227
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Wed 12/119:20 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 08mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/176:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop12h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$231
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Wed 12/113:28 pmIAD - LAX
1 stop8h 27mFrontier
Sun 12/1510:35 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop9h 39mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$234
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/129:13 amIAD - LAX
1 stop9h 41mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/148:15 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$236
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/272:11 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop20h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/510:25 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$242
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/117:00 amBWI - LAX
1 stop12h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/165:34 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop8h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/137:05 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop7h 50mDelta
Tue 12/176:00 amLAX - BWI
1 stop6h 36mDelta
Deal found 11/19$286
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/255:10 pmDCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 56mDelta
Thu 12/58:05 amLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 55mDelta
Deal found 11/19$307
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Wed 12/115:55 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/158:25 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$317

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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BWI - LAX

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Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/9

8:38 am-5:27 pm

1 stop11h 49m

Los Angeles

Sat 12/14

6:41 am-11:03 pm

1 stop13h 22m

$173

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/6

8:41 pm-8:26 am

1 stop14h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/12

11:20 pm-10:02 am

1 stop7h 42m

$193

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/12

9:00 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/21

6:43 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop14h 23m

$205

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/25

6:00 pm-12:35 am

1 stop9h 35m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/27

6:30 am-9:59 pm

1 stop12h 29m

$208

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 1/6

4:42 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop7h 53m

Los Angeles

Mon 1/27

10:35 pm-11:47 am

1 stop10h 12m

$208

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/9

9:13 am-3:54 pm

1 stop9h 41m

Los Angeles

Tue 12/10

10:35 pm-1:58 pm

1 stop12h 23m

$218

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/25

8:23 am-3:20 pm

2 stops9h 57m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/28

12:26 pm-12:32 am

2 stops9h 06m

$226

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/25

5:10 pm-8:18 pm

Nonstop6h 08m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/1

8:06 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$227

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/13

5:00 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop6h 00m

Los Angeles

Sun 5/25

9:00 am-4:50 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

$227

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/25

9:00 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

Los Angeles

Sat 2/1

10:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$236

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in November.
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
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightsMojoPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice 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.-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.
  • 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.

Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

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.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 WAS to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 November 20, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on November 10, 2024.

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 at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from WAS to LAX are scheduled on a Tuesday (54 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 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 November 20, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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7.7

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

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5,014 reviews
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5,014 reviews

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8.1

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7.7

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8.1

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8.7

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

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9,461 reviews
8.1
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5,014 reviews

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8.1

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7.7

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8.7

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

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8,756 reviews
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5,014 reviews

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8.1

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7.7

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8.1

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8.7

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8.2

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7.2

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1 / 10

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

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3,394 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.?

    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.

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

    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 $173 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $208 and $227 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 51% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with United Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $99. Spirit Airlines flights start at $100 while deals on Frontier start at $105 one-way.

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

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are Ethiopian Air (95%), Air New Zealand (93%) and Virgin Australia (93%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is $108. On average you can expect to pay $1,045. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $146.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. 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 $57 per day.

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

    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 $61 per day.

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

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

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

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

    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.

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

    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.

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (average of $240). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$74Average$226FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$133Average$388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$143Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$174Average$344FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
United AirlinesCheapest$215Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$223Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$232Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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