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

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Flight information for Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles to help you plan your next trip.
Cheapest round-trip flight
$153
Spirit Nonstop 6 hr Sep 5 — Sep 11
The cheapest round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is currently $153
Cheapest one-way flight
$69
Spirit Nonstop 6 hr Aug 27
The cheapest one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is currently $69
Fastest flight
5 hr 18 min
The fastest nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles takes 5 hr 18 min
Nonstop flights
Every day
There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is typically September. The most expensive one is typically July.
September
Cheapest
Typical prices: $115–205
July
Most expensive
Typical prices: $190–325

Popular airports near Washington, D.C.

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
    Washington 17 min 4 mi
  • Dulles International Airport (IAD)
    Washington 52 min 22 mi
  • Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
    Baltimore 48 min 27 mi
  • Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
    Philadelphia 2 hr 18 min 116 mi

Popular airports near Los Angeles

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
    Los Angeles 31 min 12 mi
  • Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
    Burbank 25 min 12 mi
  • Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
    Tijuana 2 hr 24 min 127 mi
  • Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
    Las Vegas 3 hr 58 min 224 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

How long does it take to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?
5 hr 18 min is the shortest flight time from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles.
When are the cheapest days to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in September. Typical prices range from $115 to $205.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles was with Spirit from $153. The best one-way deal was with Spirit from $69.
When are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles available?
There are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?
Southwest, Spirit, United, American, Alaska and Delta fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles.
What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles starts at $153 from Thu, Sep 5 to Wed, Sep 11. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $69 and departs on Tue, Aug 27.
When should you visit Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is a year-round destination. The weather's mostly warm and mild, with hotter temperatures Jul–Oct. Arts and cultural events happen regularly, including film festivals such as LA Film Fest (Jun) and AFI Fest (Nov). In summer, there are free outdoor concerts and film screenings at venues across the city. Other major annual events include the Academy Awards (Feb/Mar) and the LA Marathon (Feb/Mar).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.

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