CA $121 Cheap Flights from Washington (DCA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap flights from Washington (DCA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $121 for one-way flights and CA $310 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Wed, Aug. 27 - Wed, Sep. 3
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
CA $310 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
CA $310
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug. 27 from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Sep. 3, priced at CA $310 found 6 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Aug. 27 - Wed, Sep. 3
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
CA $312 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
CA $312
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug. 27 from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Sep. 3, priced at CA $312 found 6 days ago
Delta
Wed, Aug. 27 - Wed, Sep. 3
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
CA $314 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
CA $314
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Aug. 27 from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Sep. 3, priced at CA $314 found 6 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Wed, Aug. 27 - Wed, Sep. 3
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
CA $316 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
CA $316
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Wed, Aug. 27 from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Sep. 3, priced at CA $316 found 6 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Aug. 27 - Wed, Sep. 3
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
CA $326 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
CA $326
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug. 27 from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Sep. 3, priced at CA $326 found 6 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Aug. 23 - Sat, Aug. 30
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
CA $339 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
CA $339
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug. 23 from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Aug. 30, priced at CA $339 found 3 hours ago
American Airlines
Fri, Oct. 31 - Mon, Nov. 3
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
CA $346 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
CA $346
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct. 31 from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Nov. 3, priced at CA $346 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep. 30 - Tue, Oct. 7
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
CA $352 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
CA $352
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep. 30 from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Oct. 7, priced at CA $352 found 3 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Oct. 15 - Sat, Nov. 8
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
CA $353 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
CA $353
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct. 15 from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Nov. 8, priced at CA $353 found 4 hours ago
Delta
Sat, Oct. 18 - Sat, Nov. 8
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
CA $353 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
CA $353
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Oct. 18 from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Nov. 8, priced at CA $353 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington (DCA) to Los Angeles (LAX)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $189 - CA $450 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from Washington to Los Angeles (DCA - LAX) route information
Origin airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, United
Roundtrip price
CA $310
Distance
3688 km

Washington to Los Angeles Flights

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  • Fly in August when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from DCA to LAX?
Round-trip flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to LAX start from CA $310. This figure is based on fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book ASAP so you don't miss out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
We get that things crop up unexpectedly, so we've made it as simple as possible for you to cancel your trip online. Just visit the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines will allow you to reschedule your flight at no extra charge. All you pay is the cost difference between flights. When looking for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to LAX flights, you'll find a "No change fees" filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from National Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
You may like to bring your own entertainment (like some downloaded podcasts), as it takes around 5 hours and 58 minutes to touch down in Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) from National Airport. A good pair of noise-cancelling headphones will also be useful.
How far is the flight from DCA to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Around 3,700 kilometres separates Arlington and Los Angeles, so pack some entertainment to keep you busy for a few hours. That gripping novel you've yet to start will be just the ticket.
Which airlines fly direct from DCA to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
With 60 flights every month operating from National Airport to LAX, American Airlines (AA) is a popular choice. After some more options? Have a look at the ticket prices from Alaska Airlines (AS). This carrier offers 30 fights monthly between these airports.
Are National Airport to LAX flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking last minute from National Airport to LAX can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to find a bargain, but you could also completely miss out! If you'd prefer to play it safe and start planning early, Expedia compares flight deals up to a year in advance. Just bear in mind that not all airlines release their prices so far in advance. Our top tip? Check back often as updates are made regularly.

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