Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles (LAX) from $83

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 5/18. 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.
WAS — LAX
May 7 — May 141

The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are usually found in September or February, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 2, 2024.

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$238

One-way from

$99
High demand for flights, 23% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 27% potential price drop
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Travelers have found that booking a Monday departure is the best way to save up to 17% on the cost of booking your flights compared to booking on days of the week where this route is of high demand.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

To save on the cost of your flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, book at least 54 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 59% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $356 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $612.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.. Prices for September average $365 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $108. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June. Opting for a September flight can save you 29% on your journey compared to booking in June

When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (WAS - LAX)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 11% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles. 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 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights we've come across from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sat 5/116:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/1411:30 pmLAX - BWI
2 stops30h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$115
Sat 5/116:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/1410:43 pmLAX - BWI
3 stops30h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$122
Tue 5/2810:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/318:33 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$134
Tue 5/2810:02 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop13h 26mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/47:30 amLAX - BWI
1 stop10h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$135
Wed 5/226:30 amBWI - LAX
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/2510:51 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$136
Sat 5/255:25 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2811:25 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$137
Tue 5/216:30 amBWI - LAX
1 stop11h 05mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2811:25 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$138
Wed 5/226:30 amBWI - LAX
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2810:43 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop11h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$139
Thu 5/306:56 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/106:23 amLAX - BWI
1 stop29h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$140
  • If you’re traveling from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights are typically 33% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $352.00 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $122. When traveling from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Los Angeles Airport. When flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, Spirit Airlines flights are 11% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Alaska Airlines for the route between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles. 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 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Alaska Airlines flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Wed 9/115:38 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/178:30 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/1$197
Wed 9/45:38 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/149:50 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/1$207
Tue 5/287:00 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 24mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/49:40 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/1$227
Wed 5/296:05 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 35mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/39:40 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/2$237
Sat 9/75:38 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/168:30 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/1$241
Mon 9/95:38 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/178:30 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/1$242
Thu 9/55:38 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/149:50 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/1$247
Fri 9/65:38 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/178:30 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/1$250
Tue 5/287:00 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 24mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/109:40 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/1$267
  • Alaska Airlines is one of the most popular airlines used for those traveling from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Flights on this route from Alaska Airlines typically cost $441.77 RT, a price that is 45% cheaper than the average Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight. The cheapest flight found was $130 RT. Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport is the most common Washington, D.C. airport to take off from when flying to Los Angeles. Los Angeles Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Los Angeles. When flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, Alaska Airlines flights are 11% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Prices were last updated on May 2, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 5/186:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/268:33 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$105
Tue 5/2810:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:43 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop13h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$106
Sat 5/186:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/2311:25 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$107
Sat 5/186:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2810:43 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop11h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/2$110
Sat 5/186:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/286:35 amLAX - BWI
1 stop27h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$112
Sat 5/116:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/1411:30 pmLAX - BWI
2 stops30h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$115
Wed 5/298:50 amBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/36:35 amLAX - BWI
1 stop27h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$116
Tue 5/289:36 pmBWI - LAX
2 stops19h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/46:35 amLAX - BWI
1 stop29h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$117
Sat 5/186:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/225:11 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop17h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/2$119

Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Sat 5/186:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sun 5/268:33 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$105
Tue 5/2810:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/410:43 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop13h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$106
Sat 5/186:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/2311:25 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$107
Sat 5/186:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2810:43 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop11h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/2$110
Wed 6/126:30 amBWI - LAX
1 stop10h 55mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/1210:10 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$111
Sat 5/186:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/286:35 amLAX - BWI
1 stop27h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$112
Tue 5/2810:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/58:15 amLAX - BWI
1 stop9h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/2$113
Tue 5/289:36 pmBWI - LAX
2 stops19h 28mSpirit Airlines
Thu 5/308:33 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$115
Wed 5/298:50 amBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/36:35 amLAX - BWI
1 stop27h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$116

Non-stop flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.

Discover non-stop flight options from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
For a shorter flight, select one of these non-stop flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. If you're looking for other options for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.
Wed 6/57:52 amBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/1210:10 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$134
Sat 5/186:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/318:33 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$136
Sat 5/255:25 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 41mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/2811:25 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$137
Thu 5/306:56 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/68:30 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$139
Wed 6/55:31 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 30mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/88:30 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$141
Tue 5/2810:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/110:51 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$142
Tue 5/2810:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/68:30 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$143
Tue 5/2810:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/3111:25 pmLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$144
Tue 5/2810:34 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Sat 6/18:33 amLAX - BWI
Nonstop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$146

Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Sat 5/116:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/1411:30 pmLAX - BWI
2 stops30h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$115
Sat 5/116:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/1410:43 pmLAX - BWI
3 stops30h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$122
Sat 5/116:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/1410:43 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop11h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$137
Sat 5/116:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/139:17 pmLAX - BWI
3 stops32h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$144
Sat 5/116:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Fri 5/1711:30 pmLAX - BWI
2 stops17h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$146
Tue 5/710:23 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop13h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/1512:49 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop7h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$150
Sat 5/115:25 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 41mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/1512:44 amLAX - BWI
1 stop8h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$156
Sat 5/116:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/209:00 pmLAX - BWI
1 stop8h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$159
Sat 5/116:47 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 43mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/207:35 pmLAX - BWI
2 stops24h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$160

One-way flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.

Search for one-way flight options from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. 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 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles can choose from these deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Sat 5/187:00 amBWI - LAX
1 stop14h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$83
Tue 5/2110:12 pmBWI - LAX
2 stops21h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$84
Tue 5/1410:02 pmBWI - LAX
3 stops24h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$85
Sat 5/259:20 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop16h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$86
Mon 6/311:50 amBWI - LAX
2 stops21h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$87
Tue 5/1410:02 pmBWI - LAX
1 stop13h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$89
Fri 5/317:41 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$91
Fri 5/247:41 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$92
Thu 5/235:25 pmBWI - LAX
Nonstop5h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1$93

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles 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 2,899,487 searches. Data last updated May 2, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$134 - $259

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Baltimore/WashingtonLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 5/28

Nonstop5h 42m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/31

Nonstop5h 02m

$134

Baltimore/WashingtonLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 5/7

1 stop13h 05m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/16

1 stop9h 24m

$192

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlLos Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 9/11

Nonstop5h 29m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/17

Nonstop5h 03m

$197

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlLos Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/28

Nonstop5h 33m

Los Angeles

Tue 6/4

1 stop6h 56m

$211

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalLos Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 5/17

1 stop16h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 5/21

1 stop24h 53m

$225

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalLos Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/25

1 stop9h 15m

Los Angeles

Fri 5/31

1 stop11h 07m

$242

Baltimore/WashingtonLos Angeles

BWI - LAX

BWILAX

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 6/4

1 stop9h 01m

Los Angeles

Mon 6/10

1 stop8h 10m

$248

Washington, D.C. Dulles IntlLos Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/1

1 stop8h 30m

Los Angeles

Thu 8/8

2 stops12h 30m

$251

Washington, D.C. Reagan-NationalLos Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/29

Nonstop5h 40m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/5

Nonstop5h 05m

$259

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

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When is the best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 53 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon 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 Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is currently $88 while a round-trip flight costs $218. Price data was last updated on April 28, 2024.

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (average of $238). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $325). 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

$241

February

$258

March

$297

April

$287

May

$283

June

$321

July

$325

August

$266

September

$238

October

$244

November

$264

December

$246

Temperature and rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

LAX

Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated May 2, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I was very relaxed and calm so I took a brief nap. The flight was pretty smooth.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I was very relaxed and calm so I took a brief nap. The flight was pretty smooth.

8.1
Very good
9,123 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I was very relaxed and calm so I took a brief nap. The flight was pretty smooth.

8.1
Very good
10,874 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I was very relaxed and calm so I took a brief nap. The flight was pretty smooth.

7.6
Good
4,561 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I was very relaxed and calm so I took a brief nap. The flight was pretty smooth.

7.4
Good
11,159 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,121 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 10

I was very relaxed and calm so I took a brief nap. The flight was pretty smooth.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.?

    Los Angeles (LAX) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. You should not have trouble finding flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C.; the airport handles an average of 41 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 9 airlines have flights to the Los Angeles airport from Washington, D.C.. It is only a 9.4 mi journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to Los Angeles’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $134, but on average you can expect to pay $143.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is less than $153.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles on average per day?

    19 flight departures from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles per day on average.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 63% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 37% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    A quick flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles can take about 5h 42m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $134. There are 2296 mi between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $134 on this airline. Spirit Airlines is 63% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $83. Frontier flights start at $95 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $99 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are Iberia (100%), Scandinavian Airlines (85%) and Ethiopian Air (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is $97. On average you can expect to pay $813. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for $217.

  • What does IAD to LAX mean?

    IAD and LAX are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. IAD to LAX refers to a flight route from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Los Angeles Airport. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Chicago?

    If you're on a layover in Chicago and looking for things to do, consider visiting Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, or Wrigley Field. Grant Park, Magnificent Mile, and Wrigley Field are located about 16.2 mi, 15.5 mi, and 13.0 mi, respectively from Chicago O'Hare Intl. Travelers in need of a car in Chicago can rent one for about $56 per day.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Charlotte?

    Most Charlotte visitors opt to spend their time at Carowind, North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center, and NASCAR Hall of Fame. Carowind, North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center and NASCAR Hall of Fame are located about 8.2 mi, 5.8 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Charlotte Douglas if you are interested in checking them out. Those landing in Charlotte looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $52 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights?

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles 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 Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles 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 Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles 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 Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles 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 Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles 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 Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight deals updated?

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

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