Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles from $175

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 31/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DCA — LAX
4 Aug — 11 Aug1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Reagan-National to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reagan-National (DCA) 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 30 July 2025.

Round-trip from

$364

One-way from

$175

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$656

Good one-way deal

$198 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 30/8-31/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 18h 45m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 31/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 17m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price ($51 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Los Angeles.

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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 July 2025.

Sat 30/806:55DCA - LAX
1 stop10h 10mSouthwest
Sun 31/811:40LAX - DCA
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 29/7$364
Sat 30/808:59DCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/912:47LAX - DCA
Nonstop5h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 29/7$379
Wed 24/908:59DCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 24/912:47LAX - DCA
Nonstop5h 12mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 29/7$385
Thu 28/806:30DCA - LAX
1 stop11h 40mJetBlue
Sat 27/906:00LAX - DCA
1 stop9h 05mJetBlue
Deal found 28/7$407
Tue 26/814:00DCA - LAX
1 stop7h 33mUnited Airlines
Sun 31/805:25LAX - DCA
1 stop7h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/7$410
Wed 20/813:00DCA - LAX
1 stop14h 27mFrontier
Mon 25/806:30LAX - DCA
1 stop7h 29mFrontier
Deal found 29/7$413
Tue 19/816:40DCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mDelta
Tue 26/807:45LAX - DCA
Nonstop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 27/7$424
Wed 20/808:59DCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sat 23/806:38LAX - DCA
1 stop7h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/7$442

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles that are best for you.

Fly from

Reagan-National

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 30/8

06:55-14:05

1 stop10h 10m

Los Angeles

Sun 31/8

11:40-23:15

1 stop8h 35m

$364

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 30/8

16:40-19:10

Nonstop5h 30m

Los Angeles

Tue 2/9

07:50-15:51

Nonstop5h 01m

$379

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 24/9

08:59-11:34

Nonstop5h 35m

Los Angeles

Wed 24/9

12:47-20:59

Nonstop5h 12m

$385

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 26/8

08:59-11:28

Nonstop5h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 13/9

12:47-20:59

Nonstop5h 12m

$395

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 28/8

06:30-15:10

1 stop11h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 27/9

06:00-18:05

1 stop9h 05m

$407

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 26/8

14:00-18:33

1 stop7h 33m

Los Angeles

Sun 31/8

05:25-16:03

1 stop7h 38m

$410

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 20/8

13:00-00:27

1 stop14h 27m

Los Angeles

Mon 25/8

06:30-16:59

1 stop7h 29m

$413

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 20/8

08:59-11:28

Nonstop5h 29m

Los Angeles

Sat 23/8

06:38-16:59

1 stop7h 21m

$442

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 31/10

12:00-19:17

1 stop10h 17m

$175

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 31/8

08:59-11:28

Nonstop5h 29m

$183

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 27/7

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Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles

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 return flight from Reagan-National to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 25 July 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles (average of $785). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,253). 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 30 July 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 19% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 30 July 2025.

The most flights from DCA to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

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 30 July 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, andDelta from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very Good

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    For a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Los Angeles, you will be flying into Los Angeles. Los Angeles (LAX) is just 15.1 km from the centre vof the city. Los Angeles is the only Los Angeles airport and it handles 17 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day. 0 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National on a regular basis.

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

    According to our current data, Southwest ($364), Delta ($379), and Hawaiian Airlines ($385) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles. You may be able to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles for 43% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles are United Airlines ($175), Hawaiian Airlines ($183), and Southwest ($190).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles consider choosing Japan Airlines(84%), Qantas Airways(72%) or Philippine Airlines(72%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles is generally $3,153, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $198. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $550 for that flight.

  • 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 holiday 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles (average of $785). Flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Los Angeles in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,253). 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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