€156 Cheap Flights Washington to Los Angeles (DCA-LAX)

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Popular airlines from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Los Angeles Intl. (LAX)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at €156 for one-way flights and €306 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Sun, 24 May - Sat, 30 May
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
€306 Return, found 5 days ago
€306
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, 24 May from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Sat, 30 May, priced at €306 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Sun, 24 May - Sat, 30 May
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
€323 Return, found 5 days ago
€323
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, 24 May from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Sat, 30 May, priced at €323 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Sun, 24 May - Sat, 30 May
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
€336 Return, found 5 days ago
€336
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, 24 May from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Sat, 30 May, priced at €336 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Sun, 24 May - Sat, 30 May
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
€341 Return, found 5 days ago
€341
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, 24 May from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Sat, 30 May, priced at €341 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Sun, 24 May - Sat, 30 May
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
€350 Return, found 5 days ago
€350
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, 24 May from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Sat, 30 May, priced at €350 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Sun, 24 May - Sat, 30 May
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
€353 Return, found 5 days ago
€353
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, 24 May from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Sat, 30 May, priced at €353 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Sun, 24 May - Sat, 30 May
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
€362 Return, found 5 days ago
€362
Return
found 5 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, 24 May from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Sat, 30 May, priced at €362 found 5 days ago
Delta
Sun, 24 May - Sat, 30 May
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
€379 Return, found 5 days ago
€379
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, 24 May from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Sat, 30 May, priced at €379 found 5 days ago
JetBlue Airways
Sun, 3 May - Sat, 9 May
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
€407 Return, found 3 days ago
€407
Return
found 3 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Sun, 3 May from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Sat, 9 May, priced at €407 found 3 days ago
United
Sun, 24 May - Sat, 30 May
DCA
Washington
LAX
Los Angeles
€651 Return, found 5 days ago
€651
Return
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, 24 May from Washington to Los Angeles, returning Sat, 30 May, priced at €651 found 5 days ago

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

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From €126 - €253 per traveller.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from DCA to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Pack your bags, because round-trip journeys from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to LAX start from €306. That's based on airfares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can move quickly, so book now to lock in the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from National Airport to LAX?
When it comes to cancellation fees, each airline has a different set of terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your holiday, visit our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from DCA to LAX that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from National Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The flight distance from DCA to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is 3,700 kilometres. Pack yourself a snack, a drink and an interesting novel to read. Keep yourself occupied and time will zip by.
Which airlines fly direct from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to LAX?
Many savvy travellers like to fly with American Airlines (AA) from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to LAX. It offers 60 monthly flights, so you can pick a flight time that's perfect for you. Another airline operating on this route is Alaska Airlines (AS). You'll have 30 flights each month to select from.
Are National Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices from DCA to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) are available up to a year prior to departure on Expedia. And although you may nab a fantastic last-minute deal, it's not something you should bank on. Also, booking your flights in advance means you'll have more options — and you can avoid getting stuck in the dreaded middle seat! We frequently update our fares to make sure you get the biggest bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials.

Travel information

Origin airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta
Return price
€306
Distance
3688 km
Average flight time
3 hours 32 mins

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