On this page, you can book flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. The distance between the cities is approximately 3,700 km, and flight frequency reaches 66 flights per week.
Find out in advance the most convenient way to get to the departure airport and plan the fastest way to get from the airport to the city center. Flights are operated by companies such as United Airlines and American Airlines; current prices and price trends are available in the calendar below.
The table shows direct flights Los Angeles → Washington, D.C. on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 4 h 59 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Departures from Los Angeles International Airport and Ontario International Airport airports, arrivals at Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Los Angeles — Washington, D.C. by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 295 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 1,233 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Los Angeles → Washington, D.C., average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 1,048 | low | May | AED 1,383 | high | Sep | AED 1,216 | medium |
| Feb | AED 1,341 | high | Jun | AED 1,509 | high | Oct | AED 1,090 | low |
| Mar | AED 1,425 | high | Jul | AED 1,299 | medium | Nov | AED 1,174 | medium |
| Apr | AED 1,299 | medium | Aug | AED 1,257 | medium | Dec | AED 1,593 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The climate in Washington, D.C. is characterized by hot summers and cool winters. The warmest month is July, with an average high of 31.5°C; it also leads in precipitation, while the lowest daytime temperatures are recorded in January.
The most budget-friendly flights are available in August, when ticket prices start AED 295, and in July — AED 304. Prices peak in June, when the minimum fare on the route starts AED 740.
The optimal time for a trip is October: during this period, temperatures are a comfortable 20.7°C, and the number of rainy days is minimal. It is best to avoid July if you do not handle high humidity combined with peak temperatures well.
More than 10 airlines operate on the Los Angeles to Washington route, with United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines being the key carriers. A total of about 66 flights per week are performed, including both direct non-stop flights and options with short layovers at major hubs. Click on a specific airline's card below to see detailed daily schedules and current aircraft types.
Flights Los Angeles — Washington, D.C. depart from Los Angeles International Airport and Ontario International Airport and arrive at Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct flight covering 3,700 km takes an average of 4 hours 30 minutes to 5 hours, depending on weather conditions and the specific arrival airport.
The bulk of the traffic is provided by major US airlines, including United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, and Southwest.
Yes, there are a significant number of direct flights daily on this route, allowing you to reach the capital without extra connections.
Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand. You can check the current minimum for the coming months in the low price calendar on this page.
To get the best price, it is recommended to purchase in advance and, if possible, prefer mid-week departures.
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