Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. from £86
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 16/7. 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 Friday 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 18 April 2025.
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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 18 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 18 April 2025.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - IAD
LAXIAD
Los Angeles
Sun 25/5
06:00-18:59
1 stop9h 59m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mon 2/6
19:25-22:03
Nonstop5h 38m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - IAD
LAXIAD
Los Angeles
Tue 27/5
20:55-07:19
1 stop7h 24m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Sat 31/5
22:05-00:34
Nonstop5h 29m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - DCA
LAXDCA
Los Angeles
Mon 2/6
06:15-16:57
1 stop7h 42m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 9/6
18:00-00:29
1 stop9h 29m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - IAD
LAXIAD
Los Angeles
Mon 2/6
12:39-23:34
1 stop7h 55m
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
Mon 9/6
11:04-18:02
1 stop9h 58m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - DCA
LAXDCA
Los Angeles
Fri 4/7
22:50-09:00
1 stop7h 10m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Sat 12/7
18:30-00:10
1 stop8h 40m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - DCA
LAXDCA
Los Angeles
Thu 14/8
13:31-21:42
Nonstop5h 11m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 18/8
09:59-12:33
Nonstop5h 34m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - DCA
LAXDCA
Los Angeles
Wed 3/9
12:48-20:59
Nonstop5h 11m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Mon 8/9
17:06-00:08
1 stop10h 02m
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
06:30-12:56
1 stop9h 26m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - DCA
LAXDCA
Los Angeles
Wed 25/6
12:07-22:15
1 stop7h 08m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 1/7
14:00-19:21
1 stop8h 21m
Los AngelesWashington, D.C.
LAX - DCA
LAXDCA
Los Angeles
Sat 10/5
08:00-16:05
Nonstop5h 05m
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
Tue 13/5
17:15-19:55
Nonstop5h 40m
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 11 April 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 52 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 Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. (average of £599). Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £947). 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 18 April 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 51% on your trip compared to booking a flight 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 18 April 2025.
The most flights from LAX to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (56 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 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 18 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C., see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Crew
Entertainment
Overall
Comfort
Food
Boarding
Reviews
Cheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Crew
Entertainment
Overall
Comfort
Food
Boarding
Reviews
Cheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Crew
Entertainment
Overall
Comfort
Food
Boarding
Reviews
Cheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Crew
Entertainment
Overall
Comfort
Food
Boarding
Reviews
Cheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Crew
Entertainment
Overall
Comfort
Food
Boarding
Reviews
Cheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
Crew
Entertainment
Overall
Comfort
Food
Boarding
Reviews
Cheri,Jan 2025
FAT - SEA
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