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Cheap flights from Lake Charles (LCH) to Washington, D.C. (WAS) from $196

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 5/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LCH — WAS
May 8 — May 151
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Cheap flight deals from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lake Charles (LCH) 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 May 3, 2024.

Round-trip from

$234

One-way from

$196
From Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.?

Tuesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 26%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. (LCH - WAS)?

It’s optimal to fly from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Lake Charles and Washington, D.C.. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Wed 9/182:18 pmLCH - IAD
2 stops8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/255:29 pmIAD - LCH
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$338
Wed 9/186:08 amLCH - DCA
2 stops7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/2511:30 amDCA - LCH
2 stops7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$343
Wed 9/186:08 amLCH - DCA
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/2511:30 amDCA - LCH
2 stops7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$367
Wed 9/182:18 pmLCH - IAD
2 stops8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/258:55 amIAD - LCH
2 stops10h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$466
Mon 6/35:43 amLCH - BWI
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/73:47 pmBWI - LCH
2 stops7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$726
Mon 6/312:15 pmLCH - BWI
2 stops10h 44mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/73:47 pmBWI - LCH
2 stops7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$785
Mon 6/312:15 pmLCH - DCA
2 stops7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/711:32 amDCA - LCH
1 stop7h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$894

Cheap United Airlines flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Lake Charles and Washington, D.C.. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest United Airlines flights traveling from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Wed 9/186:05 pmLCH - IAD
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/256:20 amIAD - LCH
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$318
Mon 6/36:05 pmLCH - IAD
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/76:10 amIAD - LCH
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$407
Mon 6/36:05 pmLCH - IAD
2 stops16h 08mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/76:10 amIAD - LCH
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$517
Mon 6/312:30 pmLCH - BWI
1 stop9h 30mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/74:59 pmBWI - LCH
1 stop4h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$616
Mon 6/36:05 pmLCH - DCA
1 stop16h 32mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/712:55 pmDCA - LCH
1 stop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$732

Cheap Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Prices were last updated on May 3, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. in May and June 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Fri 5/312:12 pmLCH - DCA
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/55:00 amDCA - LCH
2 stops7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$357
Fri 5/35:40 amLCH - DCA
2 stops7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/55:00 amDCA - LCH
2 stops7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$362
Fri 5/312:12 pmLCH - BWI
2 stops8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/56:10 amBWI - LCH
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$392
Fri 5/312:12 pmLCH - BWI
2 stops8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/55:00 amBWI - LCH
2 stops7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$396
Mon 6/36:05 pmLCH - IAD
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/76:10 amIAD - LCH
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$407
Fri 5/312:12 pmLCH - DCA
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/56:41 amDCA - LCH
1 stop6h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$426
Fri 5/35:40 amLCH - IAD
2 stops8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/56:43 amIAD - LCH
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$431
Fri 5/35:40 amLCH - IAD
2 stops8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/55:04 amIAD - LCH
2 stops7h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$435
Fri 5/35:40 amLCH - BWI
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/56:10 amBWI - LCH
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$443

Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Lake Charles and Washington, D.C. in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. in May and June 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 9/1812:30 pmLCH - DCA
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/252:55 pmDCA - LCH
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$318
Wed 9/186:05 pmLCH - IAD
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/256:20 amIAD - LCH
1 stop6h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/2$318
Wed 9/182:18 pmLCH - IAD
2 stops8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/255:29 pmIAD - LCH
1 stop5h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$338
Wed 9/186:08 amLCH - DCA
2 stops7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/2511:30 amDCA - LCH
2 stops7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$343
Fri 5/312:12 pmLCH - DCA
1 stop7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/55:00 amDCA - LCH
2 stops7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$357
Fri 5/35:40 amLCH - DCA
2 stops7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/55:00 amDCA - LCH
2 stops7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$362
Wed 9/186:08 amLCH - DCA
1 stop5h 27mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/2511:30 amDCA - LCH
2 stops7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$367
Fri 5/312:12 pmLCH - BWI
2 stops8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/56:10 amBWI - LCH
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$392
Fri 5/312:12 pmLCH - BWI
2 stops8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/55:00 amBWI - LCH
2 stops7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/2$396

One-way flights to Washington, D.C. from Lake Charles

Search for one-way flight options from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.. Users can also find round-trip Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. flights by using the search form above.
Wed 5/296:05 pmLCH - IAD
1 stop4h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$196
Wed 5/297:50 amLCH - BWI
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$229
Wed 5/296:29 pmLCH - BWI
2 stops13h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/1$248
Tue 5/286:05 pmLCH - BWI
2 stops10h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$274
Tue 5/2812:30 pmLCH - BWI
1 stop26h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/1$314

Find flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,864,334 searches. Data last updated May 3, 2024.

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$318 - $616

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Lake CharlesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

LCH - DCA

LCHDCA

Lake Charles

Wed 9/18

1 stop7h 18m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/25

1 stop6h 57m

$318

Lake CharlesWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LCH - IAD

LCHIAD

Lake Charles

Wed 9/18

1 stop4h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/25

1 stop6h 13m

$318

Lake CharlesWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LCH - IAD

LCHIAD

Lake Charles

Wed 9/18

2 stops8h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/25

1 stop5h 46m

$338

Lake CharlesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

LCH - DCA

LCHDCA

Lake Charles

Wed 9/18

2 stops7h 16m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/25

2 stops7h 37m

$343

Lake CharlesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

LCH - DCA

LCHDCA

Lake Charles

Wed 9/18

1 stop5h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/25

2 stops7h 37m

$367

Lake CharlesWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LCH - IAD

LCHIAD

Lake Charles

Mon 6/3

1 stop4h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/7

1 stop6h 41m

$407

Lake CharlesWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LCH - IAD

LCHIAD

Lake Charles

Wed 9/18

2 stops8h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/25

2 stops10h 12m

$466

Lake CharlesWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LCH - IAD

LCHIAD

Lake Charles

Mon 6/3

2 stops16h 08m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/7

1 stop6h 41m

$517

Lake CharlesBaltimore/Washington

LCH - BWI

LCHBWI

Lake Charles

Mon 6/3

1 stop9h 30m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 6/7

1 stop4h 52m

$616

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Deals found on 5/2

When is the cheapest time to fly from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. is currently $252 while a round-trip flight costs $410. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. (average of $281). Flying from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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.

January

$308

February

$303

March

$358

April

$337

May

$337

June

$398

July

$378

August

$296

September

$281

October

$303

November

$328

December

$291

Temperature and rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

WAS

Temperature

35.6 - 80.6 °F

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 May 3, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines and United Airlines from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,142 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,142 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,142 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,769 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,142 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 10

The staff were pleasant. There was no food or entertainment.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.?

    Lake Charles (LCH), located 6.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.. 2 airlines have flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day.

  • Can I find flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $318, but on average you can expect to pay $525.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. is United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $318 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is American Airlines, starting at $338.

  • What are the most popular routes from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.?

    The most popular route from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. is Lake Charles - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You may also consider Lake Charles - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Lake Charles - Baltimore/Washington.

  • What does LCH to IAD mean?

    Lake Charles Airport is LCH and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is IAD. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. flight deals updated?

    The Lake Charles to Washington, D.C. flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/2.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Lake Charles to Washington, D.C.

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