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Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles from £102

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — LAX
3 Mar — 10 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are usually found in September or August, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 February 2026.

Wed 18/312:40
DCA
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LAX
1 stop9h 25m
Southwest
Mon 23/323:20
LAX
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DCA
1 stop9h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 29/1£188
Sat 21/216:30
IAD
-
LAX
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Sat 28/205:45
LAX
-
IAD
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 30/1£188
Fri 15/520:29
IAD
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 46m
United Airlines
Sun 24/516:42
LAX
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/1£189
Thu 19/312:45
DCA
-
LAX
1 stop9h 35m
Southwest
Wed 1/407:05
LAX
-
DCA
2 stops10h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/2£191
Wed 25/216:30
IAD
-
LAX
1 stop7h 55m
Southwest
Wed 4/307:50
LAX
-
IAD
2 stops11h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 29/1£191
Thu 7/522:05
IAD
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 47m
United Airlines
Thu 14/516:42
LAX
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 31/1£192
Fri 3/422:15
IAD
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 50m
United Airlines
Fri 10/422:35
LAX
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/1£194
Tue 24/209:59
DCA
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 25/207:45
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop11h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 29/1£195
Wed 25/209:05
IAD
-
LAX
2 stops11h 00m
Southwest
Tue 3/307:50
LAX
-
IAD
2 stops11h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 29/1£195
Wed 15/406:10
DCA
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LAX
2 stops11h 40m
Southwest
Mon 20/407:55
LAX
-
DCA
1 stop10h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 31/1£196
Wed 1/422:15
IAD
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 7/422:35
LAX
-
IAD
Nonstop5h 02m
United Airlines
Deal found 29/1£196
Wed 25/222:05
IAD
-
LAX
Nonstop6h 04m
United Airlines
Sun 1/321:34
LAX
-
IAD
Nonstop4h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 30/1£199

Find 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 1 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£188

One-way from

£102

Popular in

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September

Average price

£246

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£160 or less
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  • Southwest
  • 18/3-23/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 05m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles
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  • Alaska Airlines
  • 3/3
  • Nonstop
  • 6h 04m total
  • Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles
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Customise 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 1 February 2026.
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Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 26/2

16:45-21:50

1 stop8h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 1/3

23:15-12:00

1 stop9h 45m

£188

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 16/3

16:35-22:25

1 stop8h 50m

Los Angeles

Mon 23/3

23:20-12:00

1 stop9h 40m

£188

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

DCA - LAX

DCALAX

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 28/2

18:45-23:45

1 stop8h 00m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/3

22:55-08:25

1 stop6h 30m

£188

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/3

05:10-09:50

1 stop7h 40m

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

12:30-21:55

1 stop6h 25m

£188

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/3

05:30-10:10

1 stop7h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/3

06:05-16:05

1 stop7h 00m

£188

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 3/4

05:50-10:05

1 stop7h 15m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/4

14:05-23:40

1 stop6h 35m

£188

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 26/2

05:10-09:50

1 stop7h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 5/3

06:15-16:05

1 stop6h 50m

£188

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 25/2

17:30-22:00

1 stop7h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 4/3

12:30-21:55

1 stop6h 25m

£188

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 28/2

16:30-21:10

1 stop7h 40m

Los Angeles

Sat 7/3

06:05-16:05

1 stop7h 00m

£188

Washington, D.C.Los Angeles

IAD - LAX

IADLAX

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 27/2

19:00-23:45

1 stop7h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 6/3

06:15-16:05

1 stop6h 50m

£188

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Best time to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 30 January 2026.

Booking 54 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (average of £63). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of £133). 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 WAS to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 February 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles at midday. Doing so could potentially save you 93% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. 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 1 February 2026.

The most flights from WAS to LAX are scheduled on a Friday (39 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

How often are flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 179 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights?

Over the past year, Air China have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.

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), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. 0 airlines have flights to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 30 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in 5h 46m. Fly via Southwest, United Airlines, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is about 2282 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are United Airlines (£123), Alaska Airlines (£127), and American Airlines (£164).

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

    While some choose either Baltimore/Washington - Los Angeles or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Los Angeles, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Los Angeles is the most popular route from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles.

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

    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 Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles on time: Egyptair (89%), Air China (88%), Ethiopian Air (88%).

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

    While on average a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is generally £160, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £123. When looking at the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay £155 for that flight.

  • 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 holiday 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles (average of £63). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of £133). 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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