What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?

Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to District of Columbia

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

The number of flights available between Los Angeles and District of Columbia is 138 per week as of October 2026. The most frequent departure day is Thu, with 33% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia are refreshed on a daily basis.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?

The required travel and health documents for your District of Columbia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at District of Columbia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

C$ 236 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia in 2026/27

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

19 flights are operational daily from Los Angeles to District of Columbia as of October 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 8:00a.m., with 43% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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9:25 a.m. - 9:55 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

9h 30m2 stops San Antonio Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

7:25 a.m. - 6:50 p.m.DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

14h 25m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

C$ 412Southwest

Thu, 3 Dec - Sat, 5 Dec

12:03 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4h 57mdirect

6:59 p.m. - 8:37 a.m.DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

16h 38m1 stop San Francisco

C$ 416Alaska Airlines

Wed, 9 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec

10:46 a.m. - 6:43 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 57mdirect

6:39 a.m. - 9:29 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 50mdirect

C$ 418United Airlines

Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

7:40 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 15m1 stop Kansas City

5:45 p.m. - 10:35 p.m.DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

7h 50m1 stop Kansas City

C$ 418Southwest

Thu, 19 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

8:30 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

9h 30m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

6:00 a.m. - 12:12 p.m.DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

9h 12m1 stop Fort Lauderdale

C$ 419JetBlue

Wed, 18 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec

10:35 p.m. - 6:17 a.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 42mdirect

7:00 a.m. - 9:51 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 51mdirect

C$ 420United Airlines

Sun, 22 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

1:20 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 00m1 stop Kansas City

1:35 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

10h 40m1 stop Dallas Love Field

C$ 423Southwest

Thu, 3 Dec - Sun, 6 Dec

10:10 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

8h 50m2 stops Dallas Love Field Nashville Intl

5:45 p.m. - 10:35 p.m.DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

7h 50m1 stop Kansas City

C$ 425Southwest

Wed, 18 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

4:45 p.m. - 12:39 a.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 54mdirect

10:24 p.m. - 1:15 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 51mdirect

C$ 430United Airlines

Fri, 11 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec

7:40 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 15m1 stop Kansas City

4:20 p.m. - 11:35 p.m.DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

10h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl

C$ 430Southwest

Wed, 18 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec

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8:25 a.m. - 4:23 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 58mdirect

6:39 a.m. - 9:29 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 50mdirect

C$ 681United Airlines

Tue, 3 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

1:15 p.m. - 9:12 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 57mdirect

8:02 p.m. - 10:52 p.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 50mdirect

C$ 709United Airlines

Tue, 3 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec

9:35 p.m. - 5:19 a.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 44mdirect

6:39 a.m. - 9:31 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 52mdirect

C$ 722United Airlines

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov

4:45 p.m. - 12:40 a.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 55mdirect

6:39 a.m. - 9:31 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 52mdirect

C$ 723United Airlines

Mon, 2 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

9:35 p.m. - 5:19 a.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 44mdirect

6:39 a.m. - 9:31 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 52mdirect

C$ 797United Airlines

Tue, 3 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov

9:25 a.m. - 9:55 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

9h 30m2 stops San Antonio Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

4:00 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

9h 05m2 stops Omaha Eppley Airfield Denver Intl

C$ 820Southwest

Tue, 3 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov

8:25 a.m. - 4:23 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 58mdirect

8:01 p.m. - 10:50 p.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 49mdirect

C$ 823United Airlines

Tue, 3 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov

10:46 a.m. - 6:44 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 58mdirect

6:39 a.m. - 9:31 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 52mdirect

C$ 862United Airlines

Tue, 3 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov

9:20 a.m. - 5:44 a.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

17h 24m2 stops San Jose Seattle/Tacoma Intl

5:18 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

9h 41m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

C$ 887Alaska Airlines

Wed, 4 Nov - Fri, 4 Dec

8:25 a.m. - 4:23 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 58mdirect

10:10 p.m. - 12:59 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 49mdirect

C$ 890United Airlines

Tue, 3 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov

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10:46 a.m. - 6:43 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 57mdirect

6:39 a.m. - 9:29 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 50mdirect

C$ 418United Airlines

Wed, 18 Nov - Thu, 19 Nov

10:35 p.m. - 6:17 a.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 42mdirect

7:00 a.m. - 9:51 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 51mdirect

C$ 420United Airlines

Sun, 22 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec

4:45 p.m. - 12:39 a.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 54mdirect

10:24 p.m. - 1:15 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 51mdirect

C$ 430United Airlines

Fri, 11 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec

11:35 p.m. - 7:31 a.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 56mdirect

8:35 a.m. - 11:24 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 49mdirect

C$ 436United Airlines

Sat, 12 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec

7:40 a.m. - 3:26 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

4h 46mdirect

4:37 p.m. - 7:32 p.m.DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

5h 55mdirect

C$ 443Delta

Tue, 26 Jan - Sat, 30 Jan

9:09 p.m. - 5:05 a.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 56mdirect

8:15 p.m. - 11:07 p.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 52mdirect

C$ 443United Airlines

Tue, 22 Dec - Mon, 4 Jan

10:35 p.m. - 6:29 a.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 54mdirect

3:14 p.m. - 6:04 p.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 50mdirect

C$ 445United Airlines

Wed, 2 Dec - Fri, 4 Dec

3:00 p.m. - 10:50 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 50mdirect

10:10 p.m. - 12:35 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 25mdirect

C$ 452United Airlines

Fri, 9 Apr - Fri, 16 Apr

11:48 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.LAX Los Angeles-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

5h 12mdirect

9:30 a.m. - 12:06 p.m.DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-LAX Los Angeles

5h 36mdirect

C$ 457Alaska Airlines

Wed, 17 Mar - Wed, 21 Apr

10:35 p.m. - 6:17 a.m.LAX Los Angeles-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

4h 42mdirect

8:22 a.m. - 11:19 a.m.IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-LAX Los Angeles

5h 57mdirect

C$ 461United Airlines

Sun, 22 Nov - Fri, 8 Jan

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American Airlines flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia

Our best American Airlines deals on Los Angeles to District of Columbia flight tickets

American Airlines

7 Nov

LAX9:45 p.m.Los Angeles

4h 53m

IAD5:38 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11 Nov

IAD4:39 p.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 55m

1 stop

LAX9:34 p.m.Los Angeles

C$ 848

American Airlines

7 Nov

LAX10:37 p.m.Los Angeles

7h 26m

1 stop

IAD9:03 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

11 Nov

IAD7:14 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 56m

1 stop

LAX12:10 p.m.Los Angeles

C$ 860

American Airlines

6 Nov

LAX9:45 p.m.Los Angeles

4h 53m

IAD5:38 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7 Nov

IAD11:48 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 55m

1 stop

LAX4:43 p.m.Los Angeles

C$ 926

United Airlines flights from Los Angeles to District of Columbia

Our best United Airlines deals on Los Angeles to District of Columbia flight tickets

United Airlines

18 Nov

LAX10:46 a.m.Los Angeles

4h 57m

IAD6:43 p.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

19 Nov

IAD6:39 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 50m

LAX9:29 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 418

United Airlines

22 Nov

LAX10:35 p.m.Los Angeles

4h 42m

IAD6:17 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

3 Dec

IAD7:00 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 51m

LAX9:51 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 420

United Airlines

11 Dec

LAX4:45 p.m.Los Angeles

4h 54m

IAD12:39 a.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

13 Dec

IAD10:24 p.m.Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

5h 51m

LAX1:15 a.m.Los Angeles

C$ 430

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Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 3/12

9:25 a.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops9h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/12

7:25 a.m.-6:50 p.m.

2 stops14h 25m

C$ 412

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 9/12

12:03 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Nonstop4h 57m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 13/12

6:59 p.m.-8:37 a.m.

1 stop16h 38m

C$ 416

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Wed 18/11

10:46 a.m.-6:43 p.m.

Nonstop4h 57m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 19/11

6:39 a.m.-9:29 a.m.

Nonstop5h 50m

C$ 418

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 19/11

7:40 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

1 stop6h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 20/11

5:45 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

1 stop7h 50m

C$ 418

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 18/11

8:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

1 stop9h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 2/12

6:00 a.m.-12:12 p.m.

1 stop9h 12m

C$ 419

Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Sun 22/11

10:35 p.m.-6:17 a.m.

Nonstop4h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/12

7:00 a.m.-9:51 a.m.

Nonstop5h 51m

C$ 420

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Thu 3/12

1:20 p.m.-10:20 p.m.

1 stop6h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 6/12

1:35 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

1 stop10h 40m

C$ 423

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 18/11

10:10 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

2 stops8h 50m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 20/11

5:45 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

1 stop7h 50m

C$ 425

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LAXIAD

Los Angeles

Fri 11/12

4:45 p.m.-12:39 a.m.

Nonstop4h 54m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 13/12

10:24 p.m.-1:15 a.m.

Nonstop5h 51m

C$ 430

Los AngelesWashington, D.C.

LAX Los Angeles - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LAXDCA

Los Angeles

Wed 18/11

7:40 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

1 stop6h 15m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/12

4:20 p.m.-11:35 p.m.

1 stop10h 15m

C$ 430

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to District of Columbia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to District of Columbia?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to District of Columbia from Los Angeles, with most prices found around C$ 546. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to District of Columbia from Los Angeles during February instead. Flights to District of Columbia in February, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around C$ 554.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia?

The cheapest day to depart from Los Angeles to District of Columbia is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as C$ 730. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to District of Columbia on Wednesday is C$ 1,379.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia?

Our data shows that the cheapest Los Angeles to District of Columbia flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to District of Columbia in the morning for as low as C$ 730. In the evening is when there is more demand to fly to District of Columbia, so prices are often more expensive at around C$ 996 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to District of Columbia flight route?

Fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National for the best Los Angeles - District of Columbia flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to District of Columbia from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to District of Columbia for around C$ 625 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to District of Columbia from Los Angeles for as low as C$ 473 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to District of Columbia flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Los Angeles to District of Columbia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Los Angeles to District of Columbia flights?

You could potentially save up to 69% on your flight if you consider stops on a Los Angeles to District of Columbia flight.

Cheap Los Angeles to District of Columbia flight deals and tips

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Best price found	C$ 236
Fastest flight time	4h 55m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in District of Columbia	2 airports

The best one-way flight to District of Columbia from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is C$ 236. The best round-trip flight deal from Los Angeles to District of Columbia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 412.

The fastest flight from Los Angeles to District of Columbia takes 4h 55m

Direct flights go from Los Angeles to District of Columbia every day.

There are 2 airports in District of Columbia. From Los Angeles there are direct flights to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Los Angeles to District of Columbia

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia are refreshed on a daily basis.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Los Angeles Airport to District of Columbia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?
The required travel and health documents for your District of Columbia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at District of Columbia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to District of Columbia?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Los Angeles and District of Columbia, the leading plane model is Boeing 757-300, making up 18.33% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 18.00%, Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 14.89%, and Boeing 777 with 12.95%.

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