Cheap Flights from Washington to Los Angeles

Cheapest flights from Washington to Los Angeles

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Washington to Los Angeles. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$73

Frontier Airlines

1 layover

13h 16m

03/07/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Washington to Los Angeles departs on 03/07/2026, is operated by Frontier Airlines and costs $73

Cheapest round trip flight

$121

Frontier Airlines

1 layover

20h 58m

02/18/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Washington to Los Angeles departs on 02/18/2026, is operated by Frontier Airlines and costs $121

The fastest flight

5h 36m

Fastest flight from Washington to Los Angeles takes 5h 36m

Direct flights

Every day

There are direct flights on this route 7 days a week: Su, Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

6:48 AM

Latest flight

10:08 PM

Average flight duration

5h 52m

Direct flights count

74

Distance

3691km

Timezone difference

3h

The distance between Washington and Los Angeles is 3691km (2288 miles). The average flight duration is 5h 52m. There are 74 direct flights from Washington to Los Angeles. The time difference between Washington and Los Angeles is 3h. Flights from Washington begin at 6:48 AM. The latest flight from Washington departs at 10:08 PM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Washington to Los Angeles by month

In different months, ticket prices from Washington to Los Angeles vary: minimum — $73 (March 2026), maximum — $165 (January 2026). Typically, the flight costs $118–$257.

March 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$73

January 2026

Highest price

on average:

$165

Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

The route Washington — Los Angeles is served by many carriers — 8 in total, including United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, JetHunter, Mexicana de Aviación, Frontier Airlines, and Spirit Airlines. This gives passengers wide opportunities: from finding the lowest fare (from $73) to selecting flights by schedule or service class. Our service aggregates data from multiple booking systems so you can compare offers in one place. This saves time and money: no need to check dozens of sites — just pick the right option and book online.

starting at $193

starting at $136

starting at $210

starting at $151

starting at $267

starting at $223

starting at $73

starting at $104

Non-stop flights from Washington to Los Angeles

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Washington to Los Angeles, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Washington — Los Angeles

WAS — LAX

08/19/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA1689

starting at $193

Washington — Los Angeles

WAS — LAX

10/08/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA2276

starting at $397

Washington — Los Angeles

WAS — LAX

02/01/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA1734

starting at $217

Washington — Los Angeles

WAS — LAX

02/11/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA1734

starting at $339

Washington — Los Angeles

WAS — LAX

02/20/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AS5

starting at $241

Washington — Los Angeles

WAS — LAX

02/26/2026

Departure

Direct flight

AA2828

starting at $397

Washington — Los Angeles

WAS — LAX

02/28/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA1734

starting at $353

Washington — Los Angeles

WAS — LAX

03/02/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA1730

starting at $222

Washington — Los Angeles

WAS — LAX

03/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

WN2180

starting at $237

Washington — Los Angeles

WAS — LAX

04/08/2026

Departure

Direct flight

UA1734

starting at $224

Schedule of direct flights from Washington to Los Angeles

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Washington to Los Angeles:

United Airlines

Mo, Tu, We, Th, and Fr

starting at $221

Hawaiian Airlines

Su, Mo, Th, and Sa

starting at $290

Washington airports overview

Ronald Reagan National Airport

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DCA

5km

Washington Dulles International Airport

•

IAD

37km

•

Los Angeles airports overview

Bob Hope Airport - Hollywood Burbank

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BUR

19km

Los Angeles International Airport

•

LAX

20km

John Wayne Airport - Santa Ana

•

SNA

55km

Van Nuys Airport

•

VNY

29km

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Washington to Los Angeles?

The cheapest flight ticket from Washington to Los Angeles according to data for the last 48 hours costs $73

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Washington — Los Angeles?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Washington to Los Angeles is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Washington to Los Angeles?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Washington to Los Angeles can be found flying in these months: March, February, April.

How long does it take to fly from Washington to Los Angeles?

The fastest flights from Washington to Los Angeles start from 5 hours 36 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Washington to Los Angeles?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Washington — Los Angeles: United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Washington to Los Angeles

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

Washington — Los Angeles

March 7

Frontier Airlines

$73

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