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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from $208

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 17/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — DCA
22 May — 29 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National are usually found in August or September, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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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 22 April 2026.

Tue 9/605:00
LAX
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DCA
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Fri 18/906:50
DCA
-
LAX
2 stops10h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 22/4$374
Tue 26/505:15
LAX
-
DCA
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Tue 2/606:10
DCA
-
LAX
2 stops11h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 20/4$377
Mon 1/623:50
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop9h 20m
Southwest
Thu 4/618:10
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 21/4$380
Wed 27/506:45
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Mon 1/618:35
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 20/4$383
Sat 23/520:59
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop13h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 27/509:59
DCA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 22/4$385
Wed 28/1011:48
LAX
-
DCA
Nonstop5h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 7/1109:30
DCA
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 21/4$387
Tue 26/505:15
LAX
-
DCA
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Mon 1/618:35
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 20/4$390
Fri 29/523:30
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Mon 1/615:35
DCA
-
LAX
2 stops11h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 21/4$398
Wed 3/605:15
LAX
-
DCA
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Fri 5/606:55
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop10h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 21/4$401
Fri 21/810:10
LAX
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DCA
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Mon 24/815:15
DCA
-
LAX
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 19/4$405
Tue 19/523:30
LAX
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DCA
1 stop9h 50m
Southwest
Tue 26/516:50
DCA
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LAX
2 stops8h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 21/4$406

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Reagan-National

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Reagan-National (DCA). 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 22 April 2026.

Round-trip from

$374

One-way from

$208

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$666
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 9/6-18/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 18h 50m total
  • Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 17/10
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 01m total
  • Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($81 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 30/6

05:00-16:45

1 stop8h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 8/7

16:00-20:15

1 stop7h 15m

$415

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 26/5

05:15-18:40

2 stops10h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/6

15:35-23:45

2 stops11h 10m

$429

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 25/5

23:30-12:20

1 stop9h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 28/5

10:35-18:00

2 stops10h 25m

$486

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 17/7

09:00-20:55

2 stops8h 55m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 26/7

19:55-00:50

1 stop7h 55m

$493
Fastest return journey

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 2/6

07:40-15:40

Nonstop5h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/6

16:45-19:20

Nonstop5h 35m

$512

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 17/6

05:05-18:15

2 stops10h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 23/6

11:35-17:00

2 stops8h 25m

$563

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 17/10

05:15-18:20

2 stops10h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 25/10

18:50-00:20

1 stop8h 30m

$652

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 3/6

05:15-18:40

2 stops10h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 7/6

09:25-17:10

2 stops10h 45m

$659

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 21/6

07:45-23:55

1 stop13h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 6/8

15:15-22:40

2 stops10h 25m

$667

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

09:35-20:45

2 stops8h 10m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 8/5

06:10-10:30

1 stop7h 20m

$674

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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 17 April 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $526). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $764). 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 22 April 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 Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. On average, Los Angeles has 10 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day from 0 airlines. Los Angeles 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 $512, Southwest can have you in Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport from Los Angeles in 5h. The distance between Los Angeles and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is about 3708 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 American Airlines(92%), Malaysia Airlines(86%) or Japan Airlines(84%), as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (average of $526). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $764). 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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