Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. from $178
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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. are usually found in August or September, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday
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 30 April 2025.
Round-trip from | $315 |
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One-way from | $178 |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $565 |
Good round-trip deal | $350 or less |
Good one-way deal | $177 or less |
Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.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 30 April 2025.
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 30 April 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - IAD
LAXIAD
Los Angeles
Sun 25/5
08:00-16:14
Nonstop5h 14m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 7/6
19:25-22:03
Nonstop5h 38m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - IAD
LAXIAD
Los Angeles
Thu 29/5
16:45-00:44
Nonstop4h 59m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sun 1/6
20:20-22:49
Nonstop5h 29m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - DCA
LAXDCA
Los Angeles
Wed 28/5
08:00-16:05
Nonstop5h 05m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 3/6
17:15-19:55
Nonstop5h 40m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - DCA
LAXDCA
Los Angeles
Tue 12/8
06:00-17:58
1 stop8h 58m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 18/8
09:59-12:33
Nonstop5h 34m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - DCA
LAXDCA
Los Angeles
Sat 24/5
12:37-22:42
1 stop7h 05m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 28/5
14:00-19:11
1 stop8h 11m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - IAD
LAXIAD
Los Angeles
Sat 10/5
08:00-16:00
Nonstop5h 00m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Tue 13/5
07:00-15:08
1 stop11h 08m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - DCA
LAXDCA
Los Angeles
Sun 25/5
06:00-17:38
1 stop8h 38m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Thu 29/5
17:00-23:59
1 stop9h 59m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - DCA
LAXDCA
Los Angeles
Wed 17/9
06:00-18:00
1 stop9h 00m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Wed 24/9
17:15-00:18
1 stop10h 03m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - IAD
LAXIAD
Los Angeles
Sun 8/6
23:55-11:43
1 stop8h 48m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 12/6
12:40-22:44
1 stop13h 04m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - IAD
LAXIAD
Los Angeles
Wed 28/5
05:25-17:55
2 stops9h 30m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Thu 29/5
14:10-21:15
1 stop10h 05m
Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
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 return flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.
Booking 52 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. 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 Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (average of $1,013). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,608). 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 30 April 2025.
Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 28% on flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.
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 30 April 2025.
The most flights from LAX to WAS are scheduled on a Tuesday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 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 66.0 - 102.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.
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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).
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 30 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Food
Comfort
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Reviews
James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
Food
Comfort
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Reviews
James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
Food
Comfort
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Reviews
James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
Food
Comfort
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Reviews
James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
Food
Comfort
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Reviews
James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
Food
Comfort
Overall
Entertainment
Crew
Reviews
James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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