$94 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Washington (DCA)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $94 for one-way flights and $184 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 17 - Wed, May 28
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$184 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 17 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $184 found 5 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Fri, May 30
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$188 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Fri, May 30, priced at $188 found 12 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 10 - Sat, May 17
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$188 Roundtrip, just found
$188
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 10 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Sat, May 17, priced at $188 just found
Southwest Airlines
Sun, May 25 - Wed, May 28
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$189 Roundtrip, just found
$189
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, May 25 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $189 just found
United
Wed, May 28 - Sat, Jun 7
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$195 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, May 28 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Sat, Jun 7, priced at $195 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Apr 29 - Mon, May 5
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$198 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Apr 29 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Mon, May 5, priced at $198 found 10 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, May 20 - Fri, May 30
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$199 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Fri, May 30, priced at $199 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, May 20 - Wed, May 28
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$203 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 20 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $203 found 7 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Wed, May 28
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$208 Roundtrip, just found
$208
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $208 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Wed, May 28
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$208 Roundtrip, just found
$208
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Wed, May 28, priced at $208 just found
Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Washington (DCA)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$182
Distance
2305 mi

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 May. 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 $94 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.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Los Angeles to Washington airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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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.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) cost?
Cheap return fares from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) start from $166. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Delta and Spirit Airlines flight leaving LAX on May 14 2025 and touching down at DCA. The price was last updated on April 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LAX to DCA?
The cheapest flights from LAX to DCA are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Fly straight to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). 3 airlines operate nonstop flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), including:

  • American Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from LAX to DCA?
With fares starting at $90 for a one-way flight from LAX to DCA, American Airlines is currently the cheapest airline for this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LAX on May 24 2025. Prices were last updated on April 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Daily, an average of 4 nonstop flights take off from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Choose the departure time that best suits your plans.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
Flights between LAX and DCA are busiest at 7 AM. If you want a quieter trip and potentially cheaper prices, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to DCA?
If you jet off on a Thursday, you’ll get the largest range of options for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
The earliest flight leaving from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is at around 7:56AM UTC-8. Board this plane and you’ll arrive at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) at approximately 3:56PM UTC-5. The overall travel time is 5h.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
The average flight duration from LAX to DCA is 4 hours and 57 minutes, covering a distance of 2,300 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to DCA?
With 91% of journeys usually arriving on schedule, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). To check your flight status and receive notifications about any changes, head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
To avoid potential delays on the Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) route, travel before 3 PM. Flights after this time have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Washington from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) has direct flights to Washington. Here are some of the airports you can fly to without detours:

  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
  • Washington Dulles Intl. Airport (IAD)
  • Baltimore Washington Intl. Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from LAX to DCA just before your trip is generally more expensive. However, if there’s some wiggle room with your travel dates and times, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to DCA flight and hotel package?
You’ll generally save money by booking a LAX to DCA flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s simple to manage it all in one convenient place. After selecting your ideal accommodations and flights, consider adding extras like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
It’s generally possible to cancel or reschedule your LAX to DCA flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline’s policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You’ll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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