Can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Yes, direct flights are available from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. Historically, direct flights have accounted for 37.4% of all available options on this route. For flights that include one or more stops, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options exist, a significant portion of flights involve connections.

How long does it take to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

The median flight time for a direct flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is 10 hours and 38 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 13 hours and 40 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 3674 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in flight duration when planning their journey.

Should I set a price alert for Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flights?

Historically, deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles have been frequent, with an average of 1.03 deals appearing per day across the trailing 30 days. This consistent availability suggests that setting a price alert could be beneficial. Given the frequent deal activity, an alert can help travelers identify opportune moments to book their flights.

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Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

For flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, fares typically range from $307 to $656, with a median of $462. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding particularly cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles can be challenging.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, February stands out as the most affordable month with a median fare of $187. December also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $227. Additionally, travelers can find lower fares in November, where the median price is $287.

A typical journey from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles takes about 16h 37m, including connections. This is because most itineraries for this route connect at least once. For those itineraries that do involve connections, the median number of stopovers is 2.

The route from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles covers a distance of 3674 kilometers. This classifies it as a medium-haul flight, meaning you can expect a significant travel duration.

How much is a round trip from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Regular price: $285 - $394

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is $285 to $394. The current lowest deal is $178 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 14-Aug 20.

now $178

Low $285

High $394

The cheapest time to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from Washington to Los Angeles is February, with a median price of $187. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $590. Generally, prices are lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $187

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

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Last-minute flights going from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Los Angeles

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$317

$211

One-way

Tue, Jul 28

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Los Angeles

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$280

$210

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Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DCA - Los Angeles

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$269

$207

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Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Los Angeles

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$369

$209

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⌛ Last-Minute

IAD - Los Angeles

Washington, D.C. (IAD) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$385

$210

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Tue, Aug 4

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DCA - Los Angeles

Washington, D.C. (DCA) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Frontier Airlines

$283

$212

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles

1 night

Nov 17 - Nov 18

$544 → $242

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$539 → $242

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$539 → $244

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$537 → $247

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Washington, D.C. - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are above the typical level at $178.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, with a median price of $187.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 16h 37m long.

Flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles typically take 16h 37m, covering a distance of 3674 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

37.4% of deals are direct.

37.4% of deals from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal at $178.

Frontier Airlines had a recent deal for $178 from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are frequent, with over 1 deal per day.

Washington, D.C. main airports to depart from

Washington Dulles International (IAD)

Cheapest

Washington Dulles International offers flights to Los Angeles, often with competitive pricing for your journey.

📍 ~40 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$151

Baltimore–Washington International (BWI)

Baltimore–Washington International provides another option for flights from the Washington, D.C. area to Los Angeles.

📍 ~50 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$245

Ronald Reagan Washington National (DCA)

Ronald Reagan Washington National is a convenient choice for flights to Los Angeles from the capital region.

📍 ~5 km from Washington, D.C. (reachable by car or metro)

💸 Flights from ~$174

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Arrive at Los Angeles International for convenient access to the greater Los Angeles area.

📍 ~25 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$151

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Cheapest

Hollywood Burbank is a convenient alternative for North Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley, often with faster security.

📍 ~18 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$162

John Wayne (SNA)

John Wayne is the primary airport for Orange County, offering extensive domestic service and premium cabin classes.

📍 ~60 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$186

Long Beach (LGB)

Long Beach is easier to navigate and less crowded than LAX, close to South Los Angeles and Long Beach.

📍 ~30 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$189

Ontario International (ONT)

Ontario International is a major alternative for the Inland Empire and Eastern Los Angeles, handling long-haul flights.

📍 ~60 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$174

San Diego International (SAN)

San Diego International is a major international hub, a robust backup for specific long-haul or domestic routes.

📍 ~170 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$162

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the best time to purchase tickets for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is typically 60+ days before departure. During the trailing 90 days, prices averaged around $519 for tickets booked in this window. In contrast, tickets purchased 0-6 days before departure had a significantly higher average price of $951. For those planning ahead, booking 28-59 days out also offered a better average price of $558 compared to last-minute options.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles was considered to be $307 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $462. For travelers seeking to stay within a budget, aiming for fares at or below the $307 threshold is advisable. Prices can range up to $656 or more for the upper quartile of fares.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, with a median price of $187. December also offered a lower median price of $227 for this route. In the trailing 270 days, the annual median price for this route was $462, making these months notably more affordable. November, with a median price of $287, was also among the more economical options.

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