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Washington, D.C..AED 382 per passenger.Departing Thu, May 1, returning Mon, May 5.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, May 1, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, May 5, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 382, select.
Washington, D.C..AED 382 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 30, returning Mon, May 5.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Apr 30, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, May 5, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 382, select.
Washington, D.C..AED 421 per passenger.Departing Sat, May 31, returning Wed, Jun 4.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Sat, May 31, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, Jun 4, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 421, select.
Washington, D.C..AED 458 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 16, returning Wed, Apr 23.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Apr 16, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departing from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, Apr 23, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 458, select.
Washington, D.C..AED 463 per passenger.Departing Thu, Apr 24, returning Sat, Apr 26.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Thu, Apr 24, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, Apr 26, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 463, select.
Washington, D.C..AED 483 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 4, returning Wed, Jun 4.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Jun 4, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, Jun 4, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 483, select.
Washington, D.C..AED 543 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 29, returning Sun, Nov 2.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Oct 29, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Sun, Nov 2, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 543, select.
Washington, D.C..AED 543 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jun 11, returning Wed, Jul 2.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Los Angeles International on Wed, Jun 11, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, Jul 2, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 543, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Washington, D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Washington, D.C. flights are currently cheapest in May.
Mar
from AED 2,988
Apr
from AED 458
May
from AED 382
Jun
from AED 483
Jul
from AED 800
Aug
from AED 780
Sep
from AED 544
Oct
from AED 731
Nov
from AED 731
Dec
from AED 834
Jan
from AED 1,036
Feb
from AED 967

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Washington, D.C.

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Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundAED 382
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time5 hrs, 1 min
Most popular airlineUnited
Average flights per week533

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Washington, D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington, D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Los Angeles International to Washington, D.C. is AED 382. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 1 minute is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Washington, D.C..
United, Southwest Airlines and Air New Zealand fly direct from Los Angeles International to Washington, D.C..
There are 533 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Washington, D.C., as of March 2025.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Washington, D.C. is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Los Angeles International Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington, D.C. is Baltimore Washington International – which is 43.6 km away from the center of Washington, D.C.. We've found flights to this airport from AED 382.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington, D.C. on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 1 minute.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Washington, D.C. but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington, D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington, D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington, D.C..

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington DC is 5 hours 49 minutes.

  • Washington DC is 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles, where Los Angeles International Airport is located. Washington DC operates on the UTC-4 timezone.

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is the most traveled route, with 64 flights a week to pick from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from LAX to IAD is with United at 23:50. Go for the first departure with Alaska Airlines at 08:05 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • Leave enough time to make your flight from LAX to Washington DC. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Peak months like July or high seasons such as Thanksgiving and Christmas/New Year will mean bigger queues at check-in and security. If you're traveling then, play it safe and head to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.

  • You can travel directly to Washington DC departing from LAX. Arrive at any of these airports on your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington DC:

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington DC are available from a good range of airlines. Travel with one of these:

  • Once you've booked your flight tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington DC, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're traveling within United States. As long as you have some other valid proof of identity, like a driver's license or an ID card, you're all set.

  • The journey from central Los Angeles to LAX takes about 54 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometers in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Want a leisurely start to your vacation? Stay near LAX. Whether you're taking an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington DC or just don't want to be rushed, these hotels are ideal:

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Washington DC

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington DC is AED 191. The cheapest price for a return flight is AED 382. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from LAX to Washington DC by booking at least 11 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.

  • July is the cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington DC. If you'd like to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from LAX to Washington DC. You don't need to check back in every day to see if prices have dropped. We'll tell you as soon as the price changes.

  • Use the filters to tailor your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington DC. Simply select your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is approximately 8 kilometers. It'll take you about 16 minutes to get to the center driving.

  • Traveling to the center on public transport takes roughly 43 minutes.

  • Reserve a hotel close to DCA if you're catching a late flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington DC. Check in to one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • July is the busiest month to hop on a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington DC while May is the quietest. To work out the ideal time to visit Washington DC, consider the pace you prefer to travel at.

  • When booking your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington DC, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • Search for cheap flights from LAX to Washington DC in January if you like traveling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Washington DC

  • When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Washington DC right here. Browse these options after locking in your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington DC:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be hard to know where to start. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Washington DC itinerary.

Complete your Washington DC trip with a car rental

  • We use the same magic that helped you find your cheap flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Washington DC to track down deals on car rentals. Search for your ride in seconds and compare offers in one place. Plus you'll find all the info you need on car rentals in Washington DC, from the most popular car type to the best time to book.

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