Cheap Flights from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles from $92

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles (WAS-LAX)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Frontier Airlines offers one-way fares as low as $92 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. DCA to LAX on Mon, Nov 2), while Frontier Airlines offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $173 departing on Wed, Nov 4 and returning on Thu, Nov 12.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles with the following airlines, including: United Airlines American Airlines Alaska Airlines Delta Air Lines Frontier Airlines Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles (LAX) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 5 hours 43 minutes to fly from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles (LAX).

• When is the best time to book flights from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 58 flight per week flying from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: United Airlines: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- UA1734 (08:04)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles?

  To find best deals on flights from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Mon, Nov 2, with one-way flights priced at just $92.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is American Airlines.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Los Angeles travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Washington D.C. (WAS) to Los Angeles (LAX) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles is November, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles on?

  After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles on September 23, 2026 with Frontier Airlines, with prices starting at $82.

• Which airports can I fly into Los Angeles from Washington D.C.?

  You can arrive at any of the following airports in Los Angeles: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Ontario International Airport (ONT), and Van Nuys Airport (VNY). Flights from Dulles International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport (IAD-LAX) are by far the most popular option for this route.

• Is there any time difference between Washington D.C. and Los Angeles?

  The time difference between Los Angeles and Washington D.C. is 3h.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles is $233. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles is $448. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles on Trip.com?

  Enter Washington D.C. and Los Angeles, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Washington D.C. to Los Angeles route?

  Frontier Airlinesare the most popular budget airlines flying from Washington D.C. to Los Angeles. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.