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Flying from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.: things to know

The most popular route is from Los Angeles International Airport in Los Angeles to Washington Dulles International Airport in Washington, D.C.. On average this flight takes 5 hours 32 minutes one-way and costs $1,101 round-trip.

Most popular route
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Average flight time
5 hours 32 minutes
Average round-trip price
$1,101
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Airlines that fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.

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  • United Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • Frontier Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines
  • Hawaiian Airlines
  • JetBlue
  • Sun Country

Frequently asked questions

It takes about 5 hours 32 minutes to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C.. Flight durations are based on flights booked in the last 6 months.

There are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.:

  • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)

The average price for a round-trip from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is $1,101. Prices are based on flights booked in the last 6 months.

There are 2 airports in Los Angeles:

  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
  • LA/Ontario International Airport (ONT)

Alaska Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C..

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