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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from $213

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 26/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DCA
23 Apr — 30 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National are usually found in May or August, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Reagan-National
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Reagan-National. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 March 2026.

Fri 1/523:50
LAX
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DCA
2 stops11h 10m
Southwest
Mon 4/517:00
DCA
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LAX
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 23/3$395
Thu 28/505:05
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Sun 31/519:15
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 23/3$406
Thu 16/410:40
LAX
-
DCA
2 stops9h 15m
Southwest
Mon 20/417:00
DCA
-
LAX
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 23/3$420
Thu 10/911:48
LAX
-
DCA
Nonstop5h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 16/909:30
DCA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 22/3$425
Tue 12/509:35
LAX
-
DCA
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Wed 20/515:00
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 20/3$426
Wed 22/405:15
LAX
-
DCA
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Tue 28/418:50
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 20/3$432
Sun 3/511:55
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Sat 9/512:00
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop10h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 23/3$435
Tue 21/407:35
LAX
-
DCA
Nonstop4h 54m
Delta
Tue 28/416:40
DCA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 45m
Delta
Deal found 23/3$437
Thu 9/405:00
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop8h 20m
Southwest
Wed 15/407:55
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 19/3$439
Tue 28/405:15
LAX
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DCA
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Thu 30/406:10
DCA
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LAX
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 19/3$440

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Reagan-National

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Round-trip from

$395

One-way from

$213

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$696

Good one-way deal

$364 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 1/5-4/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 19h 05m total
  • Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
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  • Southwest
  • 26/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 40m total
  • Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price

Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 7/5

10:40-22:55

2 stops9h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/5

18:55-23:50

1 stop7h 55m

$442

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sat 25/4

05:00-16:15

2 stops8h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 9/5

06:40-12:30

1 stop8h 50m

$460

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 15/4

07:30-18:40

2 stops8h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 21/4

15:55-20:55

1 stop8h 00m

$460

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Tue 19/5

05:15-18:40

2 stops10h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 26/5

15:00-22:10

2 stops10h 10m

$467

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sun 3/5

23:30-12:05

1 stop9h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 10/5

06:10-12:20

1 stop9h 10m

$467

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 16/4

10:40-22:55

2 stops9h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 22/4

06:10-14:50

2 stops11h 40m

$467
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 29/4

07:30-18:40

2 stops8h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 3/5

18:55-23:50

1 stop7h 55m

$503

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sun 24/5

09:20-23:00

2 stops10h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 26/5

15:00-22:10

2 stops10h 10m

$506

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Fri 24/7

05:05-16:45

1 stop8h 40m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 29/7

11:35-17:00

2 stops8h 25m

$512

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Mon 4/5

06:10-20:55

2 stops11h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/5

15:35-23:45

2 stops11h 10m

$525

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to Reagan-National. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is 73 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $142). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $380). 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 DCA?

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When flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

    Most people fly from Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. On average, Los Angeles has 14 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day from 0 airlines. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 15.1 km from Los Angeles’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    For as low as $442, Southwest can have you in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from Los Angeles in 9h 15m. The distance between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is about 3708 km.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport consider choosing Malaysia Airlines(87%), American Airlines(84%) or Delta(77%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $359. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National) can be booked for $339 on average, our data indicates $367 when flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $142). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $380). 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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