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£105 Find Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to Reagan-National departing on 19/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest return fare
£198
Overall average: £299
Southwest
Fri 17/4Sat 25/4
LAX - DCA • 2 stops
Cheapest direct flights
£209
Typical prices: £236-£409
Delta
Tue 21/4Tue 28/4
LAX - DCA • Direct
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Delta's Comfort Plus seats offer extra legroom.
DCA is accessible via the metro line for quick transit.
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Reagan-National (LAX-DCA)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Los Angeles to Reagan-National that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to Reagan-National

Fri, 17 Apr - Sat, 25 Apr
Southwest Logo
10:40 - 22:55
LAX
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DCA
9h 15m
2 stops
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12:15 - 20:25
DCA
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LAX
11h 10m
2 stops
£198Southwest
Sun, 10 May - Tue, 12 May
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23:55 - 14:00
LAX
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DCA
11h 05m
1 stop
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06:10 - 14:50
DCA
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LAX
11h 40m
2 stops
£199Southwest
Wed, 22 Apr - Wed, 29 Apr
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17:11 - 13:00
LAX
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DCA
16h 49m
2 stops
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08:00 - 15:20
DCA
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LAX
10h 20m
1 stop
£203Frontier
Mon, 4 May - Thu, 7 May
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23:50 - 12:10
LAX
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DCA
9h 20m
1 stop
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06:10 - 10:30
DCA
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LAX
7h 20m
1 stop
£205Southwest
Sun, 26 Apr - Sun, 3 May
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06:15 - 13:00
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DCA
27h 45m
1 stop
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08:00 - 07:41
DCA
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LAX
26h 41m
1 stop
£206Frontier
Wed, 8 Apr - Fri, 10 Apr
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23:30 - 08:50
LAX
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DCA
6h 20m
1 stop
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19:20 - 00:20
DCA
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LAX
8h 00m
1 stop
£209Southwest
Tue, 14 Apr - Tue, 21 Apr
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09:35 - 20:45
LAX
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DCA
8h 10m
2 stops
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16:55 - 23:40
DCA
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LAX
9h 45m
1 stop
£209Southwest
Wed, 8 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr
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23:30 - 08:50
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DCA
6h 20m
1 stop
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06:10 - 14:50
DCA
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LAX
11h 40m
2 stops
£212Southwest
Thu, 30 Apr - Sat, 2 May
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23:50 - 13:20
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DCA
10h 30m
2 stops
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12:15 - 20:25
DCA
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LAX
11h 10m
2 stops
£213Southwest
Wed, 8 Apr - Tue, 14 Apr
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05:15 - 18:40
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DCA
10h 25m
2 stops
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14:40 - 20:55
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LAX
9h 15m
2 stops
£216Southwest
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Los Angeles to Reagan-National flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Reagan-National to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is May, where tickets cost £273 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £375 and £355 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £443 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 32% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Reagan-National

 
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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight£105
Best time to beat the crowds (7% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Reagan-National

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Reagan-National based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport flights

  • Are there lactating rooms at LAX airport?

    If you are a parent with a baby, LAX airport caters to breastfeeding parents. It has spacious nursing rooms, and several parents can use them. The nursing rooms can be found in all terminals. Each room is fitted with comfortable seats and changing spaces. The rooms offer a space for strollers and babies to play if needed.

  • Where at LAX airport can you rest before your flight?

    There are no hotels inside the airport, but you can stay in nearby hotels. There are several hotels that offer free transport from and to the airport. Hyatt Regency Los Angeles is the closest and can be accessed by foot or using free airport vehicles. You can also take advantage of the lounges inside the airport to relax before your flight.

  • Which lounges are available at DCA airport, and what services do they offer?

    There are several lounge options available to travelers passing through DCA. These lounges provide services such as meals, showers, and TVs. The lounges include two American Admiral Clubs located near gates C23 - C34 and near gates D35 - D45 of terminal 2. Delta Sky club is located near gates B10 - B22 of terminal 2 and the United Club is found across gate B11 in terminal 2.

  • Are there restaurants where you can eat upon your arrival at DCA airport?

    Yes, there are food stores and restaurants where you can eat. The restaurants are found in terminals A, B, and C. If you want a place to enjoy a drink, there are also bars inside the airport. These bars include The Vino Volo wine bar, The Greene Turtle Sports Bar & Grille, and District Drafts. For those who want a cup of coffee, Caribou Coffee has a variety of coffee and teas.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport was £105 for a one-way ticket and £198 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, American Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Reagan Washington National Airport from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Reagan Washington National Airport with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Reagan Washington National Airport from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

  • If you arrive early at LAX airport, you can use the lounges in the terminals -some of which even have showers. Your options include the American Airlines Admirals Club located across from gate 40 after security in terminal 4 and the KAL lounge on the fifth floor in terminal 7. You can access the KAL lounge through the lounge membership program and American Airlines Admirals Club with proof of an American Airlines ticket.
  • If you are traveling with your four-legged friend, you can take them for a potty break in the pet relief areas at LAX. The airport has 11 indoor and three outdoor pet relief areas. The sites are accessible via the terminals making traveling with pets a more enjoyable experience.
  • If you need some entertainment while at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), check out the view from one of the terraces of terminals B or C on the departure level. Or relax on the rocking chairs in terminal A. If a massage sounds nice, XpresSpa provides a variety of services. The spa is located in the national hall in terminal B.
  • If you arrive at DCA airport with your child, there are five spacious and safe nursing rooms where you can pump or breastfeed your infant. The lactating rooms include a changing table, mirror, electrical outlets, and a comfortable chair. These rooms are located at terminals 1 and 2.
  • If you are traveling with your dog, DCA has pet facilities. There are pet relief areas near gates E46-E59 in terminal 2, at the south end of gates A1-A9 terminal roadway curb, and the pre-security area opposite the Metro rail station entrance.

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to Reagan Washington National Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Los Angeles Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Los Angeles Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles Los Angeles to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

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Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

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Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Los Angeles Los Angeles

Monday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

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Saturday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

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Sunday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta

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