Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to District of Columbia from $98

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LAX — IAD
Jun 10 — Jun 171

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

Find a great deal and save up to 61% by booking at least 29 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Los Angeles to District of Columbia within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $376.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

Flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Los Angeles to District of Columbia in September, with the cheapest ticket starting at $109.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to DC?

When flying from Los Angeles to District of Columbia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Los Angeles to District of Columbia flights in June & July 2024

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Check out some of the best flight deals from Los Angeles to District of Columbia in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Mon 7/19:39 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 01mAlaska Airlines
Thu 7/45:43 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$197
Wed 7/109:39 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 01mAlaska Airlines
Sat 7/207:10 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/4$227
Wed 7/109:39 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 01mAlaska Airlines
Sun 7/147:00 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/4$237
Tue 7/3011:26 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/610:25 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/4$242
Mon 7/2910:56 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/1210:25 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/3$247
Tue 7/911:26 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/167:15 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/4$248
Thu 7/411:00 amLAX - IAD
1 stop7h 22mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/56:30 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/3$252
Tue 7/236:53 pmLAX - IAD
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/3010:25 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/4$254
Thu 7/410:56 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/1110:25 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/4$256

Los Angeles to District of Columbia 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Los Angeles and District of Columbia in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 5, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Los Angeles to District of Columbia in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Sat 9/710:10 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/77:22 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$192
Fri 9/68:30 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/175:38 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$194
Sat 9/712:56 pmLAX - DCA
Nonstop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/109:20 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$197
Sat 9/219:50 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/15:27 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/5$197
Wed 8/218:10 amLAX - DCA
1 stop24h 59mFrontier
Wed 9/47:00 amDCA - LAX
1 stop16h 40mFrontier
Deal found 6/5$198
Wed 8/149:39 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 01mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/157:10 amIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/4$201
Tue 8/138:10 amLAX - DCA
1 stop6h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/209:20 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$202
Tue 8/138:10 amLAX - DCA
1 stop6h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/209:20 amDCA - LAX
Nonstop5h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$203
Tue 9/34:33 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/77:22 pmIAD - LAX
Nonstop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$204

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Sat 6/159:34 pmLAX - IAD
2 stops15h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/285:10 pmIAD - LAX
1 stop17h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$284
Sat 6/159:34 pmLAX - IAD
2 stops15h 21mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/215:35 pmIAD - LAX
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$292
Wed 6/129:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop9h 27mFrontier
Wed 6/2612:53 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop10h 47mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$294
Wed 6/129:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop9h 27mFrontier
Tue 6/1812:59 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop10h 41mFrontier
Deal found 6/3$297
Sat 6/159:34 pmLAX - IAD
2 stops15h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/2212:40 pmIAD - LAX
1 stop13h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/4$298
Wed 6/129:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop9h 27mFrontier
Wed 6/267:00 amDCA - LAX
1 stop16h 40mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$304
Tue 6/119:34 pmLAX - IAD
2 stops10h 46mMultiple Airlines
Wed 6/125:35 pmIAD - LAX
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/5$314
Mon 6/109:34 pmLAX - IAD
2 stops10h 46mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/115:35 pmIAD - LAX
2 stops18h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/3$319
Wed 6/129:30 amLAX - DCA
1 stop29h 30mFrontier
Mon 6/176:59 pmDCA - LAX
1 stop28h 41mFrontier
Deal found 6/4$320

One-way flights to District of Columbia from Los Angeles

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Users traveling one-way from Los Angeles to District of Columbia can select one of these great deals. Users needing a return flight from Los Angeles to District of Columbia should utilize the search form above.
Wed 9/188:30 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/4$98
Wed 9/258:30 amLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/4$99
Tue 9/34:33 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$105
Wed 8/79:20 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$106
Thu 8/19:39 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/4$109
Sat 8/245:45 amLAX - DCA
1 stop7h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$118
Tue 8/208:55 amLAX - IAD
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/4$118
Sun 8/189:20 pmLAX - IAD
Nonstop5h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/5$119
Fri 8/169:15 pmLAX - DCA
1 stop8h 34mJetBlue
Deal found 6/5$121

Find flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia within your budget

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Los AngelesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sat 9/7

1 stop6h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/10

1 stop10h 41m

$173

Los AngelesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sat 9/21

1 stop10h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/25

1 stop10h 41m

$180

Los AngelesWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Sat 9/7

Nonstop5h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 9/7

Nonstop5h 33m

$192

Los AngelesWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Fri 9/6

Nonstop5h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/17

Nonstop5h 29m

$194

Los AngelesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Sat 9/7

Nonstop5h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/10

Nonstop5h 32m

$197

Los AngelesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Tue 8/13

1 stop6h 59m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/20

Nonstop5h 32m

$202

Los AngelesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Mon 9/23

1 stop8h 12m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/2

1 stop10h 19m

$242

Los AngelesWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAX - IAD

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Tue 7/9

1 stop13h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 7/12

1 stop15h 12m

$289

Los AngelesWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAX - DCA

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Fri 9/20

Nonstop5h 02m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 9/24

1 stop7h 15m

$327

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Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated June 5, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Sun Country Air from Los Angeles to District of Columbia 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.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,922 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,922 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,922 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very good
9,222 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,922 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very good
10,368 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,922 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.6
Good
4,316 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,922 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.5
Good
2,856 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,922 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

    Most people fly from Los Angeles (LAX) if they book a flight from Los Angeles to District of Columbia. Los Angeles is conveniently located just 9.4 mi from Los Angeles’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $173, but on average you can expect to pay $197.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to District of Columbia is less than $221.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Los Angeles to District of Columbia for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Los Angeles to District of Columbia on average per day?

    On average 21 flights depart from Los Angeles to District of Columbia per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 33% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 38% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 29% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

    For as low as $173, Frontier can have you in District of Columbia from Los Angeles in 5h 03m. There are 2296 mi between Los Angeles and District of Columbia. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to District of Columbia one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $98. United Airlines flights start at $105 while deals on JetBlue start at $121 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Los Angeles to District of Columbia on time: Egypt Air (96%), Virgin Australia (93%), Air China (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to District of Columbia is $128. On average you can expect to pay $924. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), can usually be booked for $188.

  • What does LAX to IAD mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Los Angeles Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a LAX to IAD flight. Baltimore/Washington Airport (BWI), Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Los Angeles to District of Columbia 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 Los Angeles to District of Columbia with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Los Angeles to District of Columbia 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 Los Angeles to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to District of Columbia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to District of Columbia 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 Los Angeles to District of Columbia that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Los Angeles to District of Columbia 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 Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Los Angeles to District of Columbia 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 Los Angeles to District of Columbia flight deals updated?

    The Los Angeles to District of Columbia flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to District of Columbia (average of $278). Flying from Los Angeles to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $382). 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Los Angeles to District of Columbia

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,050,429 searches. Data last updated June 5, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$100Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$102Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
FrontierCheapest$117Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$129Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$153Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$177Average$427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$374FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Sun Country AirCheapest$295Average$385FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%

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Hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to District of Columbia

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 5, 2024.
6%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
48%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
12%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
34%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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