The prices shown on this page were available within the last 20 days for the specified periods and should not be considered the final price offered. Please note that availability and prices are subject to change.

Cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available at the end of April. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

Filter by

week: Apr 27 - May 3

Flights from just $134

$134

$135

$173

$171

$163

$159

$189

$209

$226

$203

$220

$193

AprilMayJuneJuly

Flying Time6 h and 4 mWhen flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA, this can take around 6 h and 4 m in flying time, however this flight duration can vary due to other factors

Cheapest flight$78The best price for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA offered by eDreams, which have been found by our customers in the last 3 days

Origin airportsWashington Dulles International Airport, Ronald Reagan Washington National AirportFor flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA

Destination airportLos Angeles International AirportFor the route from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA

Peak seasonMarchMarch is the busiest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA according to search data results from our customers

Airlines operating this routeAmerican Airlines, Alaska AirlinesAirline(s) that fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA

One-way average Price$252A flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA at eDreams will cost around $252, this being based on prices of the previous 6 months of data

Best time to bookMarchOctober is one of the most frequent times to fly to Los Angeles, CA from Washington, D.C. according to real data from our customers

Distance: 2294 miles

Washington, D.C. airports

Dulles Intl (IAD)How far from city center: 23 miles

R Reagan National (DCA)How far from city center: 3 miles

Los Angeles, CA airports

Los Angeles Intl Airport (LAX)How far from city center: 12 miles

Flights from Washington, D.C.

Located on the east coast of the United States is Washington D.C. The country's capital is home to three branches of the federal government. There are three airports that handle all air traffic to and from the district. Washington Dulles International Airport primarily handles all international arrivals and departures. The Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport looks after domestic flights. The Baltimore Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport, another major airport that serves the area, handles more than 23 million passengers every year. It is the largest airport in the Baltimore-Washington Metropolitan Area. You can book cheap flights from Washington DC to numerous domestic and international destinations around the world.

Travelling to Washington, D.C. airport

The BWI Marshall Airport is located in Anne Arundel County, Maryland. Passengers can use MARC trains, Amtrak trains or Light Rail to travel to the airport. There are free shuttles that transfer passengers from the station to the terminal. People can also use RTA, ICC and WMATA to travel to the airport from different parts of the district. Those traveling to Ronald Regan Washington National Airport can hop onto a Metrorail train. The Metrorail station directly connects passengers to Terminal B and C. If you're travelling from Washington DC to LAX via Dulles International Airport, take the Silver Line express bus to the Metrorail station.

Reaching Los Angeles, CA

From historic sites and retail boulevards to museums and theme parks, you'll bite off more than you can chew in Los Angeles. Whether you plan to visit Hollywood Boulevard, Universal Studios or walk through the streets of glitzy Beverly Hills, you'll always find something interesting to do. Take a champagne air tour or stroll through trendy shopping precincts. Don't forget to step into the Getty Center to set your eyes on some stellar works of art. And if that's not enough, walk through the Los Angeles County Museum of Art. For a look at one of the world's most advanced star projectors, you have to pay a visit to the famous Griffith Observatory.

Getting to the city center

Los Angeles flights from Washington DC arrive at the Los Angeles International Airport. Passengers can use the free shuttle bus service to travel to the nearest station or bus center. Those who want to board a train to various places in the Los Angeles area need to take the 'G' shuttle at the Arrivals Level. Those who want bus services need to hop onto the 'C' shuttle from the same location. Passengers also have the option of using a LAX FlyAway Bus Service to Van Nuys, Union Station, Hollywood, Orange Beach and the Orange Line. The trip to Union Station (downtown) takes approximately 35 minutes by bus.

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

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to United States. At eDreams have you covered!

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA?

When you fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA the average price is $252. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

For flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA is $78. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

When booking, when is the best time to get the best prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA?

The most popular months to book a trip from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA are April, December and July, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA?

The best time of the year to visit Los Angeles, CA depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, December is the best month to fly to Los Angeles, CA from Washington, D.C. in terms of searches from our customers, followed by August and May. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds October, March and February are the months with fewer searches for Washington, D.C. - Los Angeles, CA.

How long does the flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA take?

Flight length from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA is around 6 h and 4 m on average, at an average distance of 2,294.19 mi, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

Which airports have flights between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles, CA?

The main route from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA is: Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Los Angeles International Airport(LAX). The following airlines fly this route:

Which airlines fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA?

The airlines that fly non-stop from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, CA are:

Alaska Airlines.
United Airlines.
American Airlines.

American Airlines, stopping at Chicago during at least 63 minutes.

United Airlines, with 76 minutes of layover in Chicago.

Plan your trip

Popular Flight RoutesAlternative routes