Cheap flights from Washington to Los Angeles

Cheapest current fares: $91 in August 2026, 3,710 km direct flight in ~4h 22m.

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Cheapest month-by-month fares

Lowest available fare per calendar month from Washington (DCA) to Los Angeles (LAX). Refreshed daily.

Washington (DCA) → Los Angeles (LAX)

  1. August 2026 $91
  2. September 2026 $91
  3. October 2026 $95
  4. January 2027 $170
  5. December 2026 $255

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Washington to Los Angeles?

    Based on current 6-month forward fare data, August 2026 is the cheapest month to fly from Washington (DCA) to Los Angeles (LAX), with fares starting from $91.

  • What is the lowest current fare from DCA to LAX?

    The lowest currently-listed fare from Washington (DCA) to Los Angeles (LAX) is $91 on 2026-08-25.

  • How long is the flight from Washington to Los Angeles?

    Direct flights from DCA to LAX cover approximately 3,710 km (2,305 miles), with an estimated flight time of 4h 22m. Operating airlines: AA, AS, DL.

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