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$80+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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ene. 28 — feb. 41
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are usually found in September or February, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated enero 23, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$139
(Expedia)

One-way from

$80
(eDestinos)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$360

Good round-trip deal

$246 or less

Good one-way deal

$142 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 23, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
jue. 2/65:45 amBWI - LAX
1 stop10h 00mSpirit Airlines
mié. 2/1210:43 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop7h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/23$139
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
mar. 3/410:28 amBWI - LAX
1 stop7h 27mMultiple Airlines
mié. 3/128:18 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop8h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/21$141
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
sáb. 2/153:44 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop8h 51mFrontier
vie. 2/2110:35 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop13h 09mFrontier
Deal found 1/22$151
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 2/81:01 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop7h 42mMultiple Airlines
mié. 2/121:05 pmLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$208
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
mié. 4/23:19 pmIAD - LAX
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
dom. 4/610:35 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop13h 00mFrontier
Deal found 1/23$208
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/65:38 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 49mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 5/1010:53 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$209
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
sáb. 2/16:00 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop9h 35mFrontier
sáb. 2/88:14 amLAX - DCA
1 stop10h 45mFrontier
Deal found 1/22$210
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
mié. 2/1212:41 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 53mUnited Airlines
lun. 3/34:54 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/23$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
mar. 2/183:25 pmIAD - LAX
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
sáb. 3/15:35 amLAX - IAD
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 1/23$223
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
jue. 2/205:10 pmDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 05mDelta
mié. 2/268:06 amLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 54mDelta
Deal found 1/22$227
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
dom. 2/169:00 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 16mAlaska Airlines
mié. 2/269:00 amLAX - DCA
1 stop9h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/22$237
This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
jue. 2/2712:29 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop12h 01mJetBlue
lun. 3/38:38 pmLAX - DCA
1 stop9h 06mJetBlue
Deal found 1/23$245

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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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 23, 2025.

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BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

jue. 2/6

5:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop10h 00m

Los Angeles

mié. 2/12

10:43 pm-9:05 am

1 stop7h 22m

$139

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

mar. 3/4

10:28 am-2:55 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Los Angeles

lun. 3/10

9:30 pm-8:46 am

1 stop8h 16m

$142

BaltimoreLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

sáb. 2/15

3:44 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Los Angeles

vie. 2/21

10:35 pm-2:44 pm

1 stop13h 09m

$151

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

sáb. 2/8

1:01 pm-5:43 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Los Angeles

mié. 2/12

1:05 pm-8:59 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$208

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 4/2

3:19 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop9h 16m

Los Angeles

dom. 4/6

10:35 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop13h 00m

$208

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 5/6

5:38 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop5h 49m

Los Angeles

sáb. 5/10

10:53 pm-2:13 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$209

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

lun. 2/3

1:01 pm-12:35 am

1 stop14h 34m

Los Angeles

sáb. 2/8

8:14 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$210

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mié. 2/12

12:41 pm-3:34 pm

Nonstop5h 53m

Los Angeles

dom. 2/16

11:43 pm-7:33 am

Nonstop4h 50m

$212

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

mar. 2/11

5:50 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Los Angeles

sáb. 2/15

5:35 am-4:40 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$223

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

jue. 2/20

5:10 pm-8:15 pm

Nonstop6h 05m

Los Angeles

vie. 2/28

8:06 am-4:00 pm

Nonstop4h 54m

$227

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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 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
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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.

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights

Find out what our experts recommend to make the most of your Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles trip
Airlines
United Airlines

Polaris Business Class features lie-flat seats and Saks Fifth Avenue bedding.


United Club offers healthy snacks and signature cocktails.

Alaska Airlines

Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails.


Alaska Lounge provides fresh seasonal food and craft cocktails.

Spirit Airlines

Big Front Seats offer 11 inches of extra legroom.


Spirit Saver$ Club provides discounts on luggage and seats.

American Airlines

Enjoy Flagship First class with 21” wide seats and priority boarding.


Main Cabin Extra offers 34”-35” legroom for added comfort.

Airports
DCA

Use the D.C. Metro for a quick and affordable way to reach DCA, with its own dedicated stop on the Yellow and Blue lines.

Read more about DCAby Emily Zemler
BWI

For a stress-free departure, arrive 20-30 minutes early during peak hours (6-8 a.m. and 3-7 p.m.) to navigate security smoothly.

Read more about BWIby Emily Zemler
IAD

Consider using the Aerotrain for faster transit between terminals, but be prepared for a 5-10 minute walk from the train to gates.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
LAX

Look for green signs to find free shuttles to the LAX-it station for rideshare pickups, simplifying your arrival process.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
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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 January 17, 2025.

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 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 enero 23, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 46% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 January 21, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons 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 enero 23, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (42 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 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 enero 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Southwest and Alaska 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.
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
9,699 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,508 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
3,185 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,970 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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 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 38 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.

  • How popular is this Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight route?

  • 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 $139 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and United Airlines, starting at $150 and $212 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 61% 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 Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $80. Frontier flights start at $88 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $114 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 Spirit Airlines (91%), Singapore Airlines (90%) and Air China (86%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is $64. On average you can expect to pay $800. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $132.

  • 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 $56 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 $51 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (average of $246). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 enero 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$74Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$95Average$201FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$133Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$138Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Sun Country AirCheapest$174Average$379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
JetBlueCheapest$185Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$214Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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