On this page, you can find and book flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. The 3,700 km flight operates regularly, with approximately 59 flights per week along this route.
Flights are provided by airlines such as United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines. Ticket prices fluctuate constantly, so use the low price calendar and check our information on how to get to the departure airport and from the arrival airport to choose the best deal.
The table shows direct flights Washington, D.C. → Los Angeles on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 5 h 26 min. Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Departures from Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport airports, arrivals at Los Angeles International Airport and Ontario International 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 Washington, D.C. — Los Angeles by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from $80 in ,, and the most expensive are around $316 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.
Washington, D.C. → Los Angeles, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | $178 | low | May | $228 | medium | Sep | $171 | low |
| Feb | $184 | low | Jun | $266 | high | Oct | $184 | low |
| Mar | $209 | medium | Jul | $279 | high | Nov | $216 | medium |
| Apr | $197 | low | Aug | $235 | medium | Dec | $285 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
When planning a trip to Los Angeles, keep in mind that the hottest weather occurs in July and August, with temperatures reaching 32°C, while the rainiest period is in March. In winter, for example in January, temperatures average around 18.6°C, with lows of about 7°C.
The most affordable month to fly is August, when prices start $80. The highest fares are typically recorded in June, with ticket costs starting $209.
September and October are considered ideal times for booking: these months offer pleasantly warm weather without excessive rainfall, and flights will cost $96 or $121 respectively.
Eight airlines operate on the route from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, with United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines leading in flight frequency. A total of approximately 59 flights are operated weekly, with United Airlines providing the highest number of direct departures. Detailed information on schedules and available flight options can be found in the list below.
Flights Washington, D.C. — Los Angeles depart from Washington Dulles International Airport, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport and Ronald Reagan National Airport and arrive at Los Angeles International Airport and Ontario International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
A direct 3,700 km flight between these cities usually takes about 5 hours and 40 minutes, depending on the specific flight and weather conditions.
Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest, and Alaska Airlines. There are 8 carriers in total on this route.
Ticket prices are dynamic and depend on the departure date. You can find current deals, including tickets starting from 6,334 ₽, in the low price calendar on this page.
Most flights from Washington arrive at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Information on how to get from the airport to the city can be found in our guide.
To get the best price, it is worth planning your purchase in advance—ideally one and a half to two months before the trip—while monitoring the price dynamics.
Where travelers fly most — pick a route and check prices
