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$95+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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LAX — WAS
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. are usually found in August or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 November 21, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

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November

Cheapest in

August

Round-trip from

$174
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$95
(CheapOair)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/710:25 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop9h 09mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/155:30 amBWI - LAX
Nonstop6h 04mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$174
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/132:08 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop7h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1810:07 amBWI - LAX
2 stops25h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$192
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/78:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop10h 26mFrontier
Thu 12/127:00 amDCA - LAX
1 stop13h 40mFrontier
Deal found 11/21$228
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 12/410:35 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop10h 45mFrontier
Wed 12/113:28 pmIAD - LAX
1 stop8h 27mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$228
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/179:21 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/16:15 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$232
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/48:15 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/710:45 amIAD - LAX
1 stop8h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$238
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/48:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop10h 26mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/109:20 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/1512:51 amLAX - DCA
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/1712:40 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop8h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/21$266
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/118:15 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop4h 55mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/125:32 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 58mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$277
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Fri 12/2710:59 pmLAX - DCA
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/198:00 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$307
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Thu 12/128:09 amLAX - DCA
Nonstop4h 51mDelta
Wed 1/85:10 pmDCA - LAX
Nonstop6h 05mDelta
Deal found 11/20$327
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Fri 12/62:30 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop7h 08mDelta
Sun 12/156:00 amBWI - LAX
1 stop7h 27mDelta
Deal found 11/20$327

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

Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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LAX - BWI

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Sat 12/7

10:25 pm-10:34 am

1 stop9h 09m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 12/15

5:30 am-8:34 am

Nonstop6h 04m

$174

Los AngelesBaltimore

LAX - BWI

LAXBWI

Los Angeles

Fri 12/13

2:08 pm-12:35 am

1 stop7h 27m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/18

10:07 am-8:35 am

2 stops25h 28m

$192

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 12/19

8:09 pm-12:08 pm

1 stop12h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/5

6:00 pm-12:30 am

1 stop9h 30m

$228

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 12/11

10:35 pm-12:20 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/18

3:25 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$228

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 1/8

7:00 am-9:59 pm

1 stop11h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/14

9:00 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

$236

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Thu 4/24

2:45 pm-5:55 am

1 stop12h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/27

7:00 am-10:00 am

Nonstop6h 00m

$236

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Thu 12/12

12:45 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/16

7:05 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop5h 50m

$237

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 1/22

8:14 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/24

9:00 am-12:03 pm

Nonstop6h 03m

$243

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 1/22

7:56 am-3:56 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/25

5:30 pm-8:25 pm

Nonstop5h 55m

$252

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Sun 12/8

10:35 pm-11:14 am

1 stop9h 39m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/12

5:32 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop5h 58m

$258

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. 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
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. 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 Los Angeles-Washington, D.C. 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 Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

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

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 62 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 Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 LAX to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons 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 Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. 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 21, 2024.

The most flights from LAX to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (53 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., such as United Airlines, Southwest and Frontier. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.5
Good
3,389 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. 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 from for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles, you will be flying from Los Angeles, which is the city’s only airport. Los Angeles (LAX) is located 9.4 mi from the center of Los Angeles. There are 35 flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. per day from 10 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $174 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and United Airlines, starting at $228 and $232 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 Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $95. Users have also found prices from $98 and $99 on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from Los Angeles, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Egyptair (100%), Ethiopian Air (93%), Air China( 92%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $895 for a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. The cheapest flight overall is $108 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $227.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. 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 Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (average of $299). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $377). 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 Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$116Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$119Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$121Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$169Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$198Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$217Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$217Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$236Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$238Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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