$65 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Washington (WAS)

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Popular airlines from Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) to Washington

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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Washington (LAX-WAS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $65 for one-way flights and $130 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Dec 11 - Sat, Dec 13
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$130 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 11 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $130 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
LAX
Los Angeles
BWI
Baltimore
$132 Roundtrip, just found
$132
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Los Angeles to Baltimore, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $132 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Fri, Jan 9
LAX
Los Angeles
BWI
Baltimore
$137 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$137
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Los Angeles to Baltimore, returning Fri, Jan 9, priced at $137 found 17 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
LAX
Los Angeles
BWI
Baltimore
$137 Roundtrip, just found
$137
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Los Angeles to Baltimore, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $137 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Nov 15 - Tue, Nov 18
LAX
Los Angeles
BWI
Baltimore
$139 Roundtrip, just found
$139
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Los Angeles to Baltimore, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $139 just found
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 13
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$140 Roundtrip, just found
$140
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 10 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $140 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Nov 15 - Sun, Feb 22
LAX
Los Angeles
BWI
Baltimore
$143 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$143
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 15 from Los Angeles to Baltimore, returning Sun, Feb 22, priced at $143 found 20 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 18
LAX
Los Angeles
BWI
Baltimore
$145 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Los Angeles to Baltimore, returning Tue, Nov 18, priced at $145 found 3 hours ago
United
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
LAX
Los Angeles
BWI
Baltimore
$157 Roundtrip, just found
$157
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Los Angeles to Baltimore, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $157 just found
American Airlines
Thu, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 12
LAX
Los Angeles
BWI
Baltimore
$187 Roundtrip, just found
$187
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jan 8 from Los Angeles to Baltimore, returning Mon, Jan 12, priced at $187 just found

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to Washington (WAS)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $76 - $144 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Washington

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Ronald Reagan Washington National DCA. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 8 minutes. Flights from $130
DCA
Ronald Reagan Washington National
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center8 min
Flights from $130
Select flight to Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall BWI. Average driving time to city center is 40 minutes. Flights from $163
BWI
Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall
Average driving time to city center40 min
Flights from $163

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Washington, DC (WAS-All Airports)?
Round-trip tickets from LAX to Washington, DC (WAS-All Airports) start from $130. This figure is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book ASAP to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Washington, DC (WAS-All Airports)?
Most flights can be canceled online, but whether or not you are charged a fee all comes down to your airline. If you do need to cancel your break, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from LAX to Washington, DC (WAS-All Airports) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for LAX to Washington, DC (WAS-All Airports) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from LAX to Washington, DC (WAS-All Airports)?
It's around 2300 mi between Los Angeles and Maryland, so expect to be strapped into your seat for a while. Keep yourself entertained by packing things like crossword puzzles or a good old-fashioned book.
Which airlines fly direct from LAX to Washington, DC (WAS-All Airports)?
You have a lot of choice when traveling from LAX to Washington, DC (WAS-All Airports). Lock in your ticket with one of these top carriers:

  • United Airlines - (UA) with 178 monthly flights
  • American Airlines - (AA) with 60 monthly flights
  • Alaska Airlines - (AS) with 56 monthly flights
  • Delta Air Lines - (DL) with 30 monthly flights

Are Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Washington, DC (WAS-All Airports) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Fares from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Washington, DC (WAS-All Airports) are available up to 12 months prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally score a great last-minute deal, it's never a sure thing. Also, booking your flights ahead of time means you'll have more options — and you can avoid landing the dreaded middle seat! We're always updating our fares to make sure you get the biggest bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.

Travel information

Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Roundtrip price
$130
Distance
2305 mi

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Los Angeles to Washington Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to Washington

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Los Angeles to Washington are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to Washington with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to Washington: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Los Angeles to Washington

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to Washington in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $65 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Los Angeles to Washington flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

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