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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from $197

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 15/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DCA
22 Mar — 29 Mar1
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 September or August, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Friday

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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 20 February 2026.

Wed 18/306:30
LAX
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DCA
1 stop8h 35m
Southwest
Mon 23/319:20
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 20/2$364
Wed 8/407:30
LAX
-
DCA
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Mon 13/406:10
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 20/2$366
Thu 9/405:05
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop8h 30m
Southwest
Wed 15/406:10
DCA
-
LAX
2 stops11h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 18/2$371
Wed 1/410:40
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop9h 19m
JetBlue
Mon 20/406:00
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop8h 47m
JetBlue
Deal found 17/2$376
Sat 12/907:30
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop7h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 22/909:59
DCA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 20/2$378
Thu 23/407:55
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop10h 00m
Southwest
Wed 29/406:10
DCA
-
LAX
2 stops11h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 18/2$380
Tue 31/307:05
LAX
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DCA
2 stops10h 35m
Southwest
Wed 1/411:40
DCA
-
LAX
2 stops13h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 20/2$387
Mon 16/323:50
LAX
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DCA
1 stop9h 25m
Southwest
Mon 23/319:40
DCA
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LAX
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 20/2$407
Tue 7/410:40
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop9h 19m
JetBlue
Mon 13/417:30
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop9h 27m
JetBlue
Deal found 18/2$412
Thu 28/523:50
LAX
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DCA
2 stops10h 30m
Southwest
Mon 1/617:00
DCA
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LAX
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 17/2$421

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Round-trip from

$364

One-way from

$197

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$561
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 18/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 17h 30m total
  • Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
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Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 15/4
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 07m total
  • Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($53 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sun 10/5

06:05-16:40

1 stop7h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 14/5

15:00-22:05

1 stop10h 05m

$364

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Tue 14/4

11:05-23:25

2 stops9h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 16/4

19:45-00:10

1 stop7h 25m

$371

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 18/3

05:30-16:20

1 stop7h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 24/3

16:55-22:55

2 stops9h 00m

$371

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 1/4

07:05-20:40

2 stops10h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/4

17:05-00:15

2 stops10h 10m

$378

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 20/5

23:50-13:20

2 stops10h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 25/5

19:45-00:10

1 stop7h 25m

$414

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 20/5

05:15-18:40

2 stops10h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 23/5

18:30-23:20

1 stop7h 50m

$414

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sat 23/5

05:40-15:55

1 stop7h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 23/5

18:30-23:20

1 stop7h 50m

$435

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Fri 29/5

11:54-20:06

Nonstop5h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 2/6

18:59-08:34

1 stop16h 35m

$449

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 16/4

10:40-23:00

2 stops9h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 19/4

18:50-00:15

1 stop8h 25m

$452

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Fri 12/6

05:10-18:05

1 stop9h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 16/6

16:55-22:50

2 stops8h 55m

$456

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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 18 February 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 $140). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in December 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 DCA?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to Reagan-National. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 February 2026.

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 12 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 $364, Southwest can have you in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from Los Angeles in 6h 20m. 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(93%), American Airlines(89%) or Delta(85%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to Reagan-National that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to Reagan-National flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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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 $140). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in December 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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