Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, United Airlines or Spirit Airlines?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles are United Airlines and Spirit Airlines. With an average price for the route of £396 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. Spirit Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £113 and an overall rating of 6.3.

Question 2

How long does a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles take?

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Direct flights from Washington, D.C. generally make it to Los Angeles in 5h 16m. The flying distance between the two cities is 2,304 miles. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

How many flights are there between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles per day?

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Each day, there are between 16 and 19 direct flights that take off from Washington, D.C. and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 5h 43m. The most common departure time is 06:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 121 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 16% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Monday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

What is the cheapest flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles was £75 for a one-way ticket and £147 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/Washington-D-C--WAS/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

Which airlines fly most frequently between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

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Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (63 flights per week), Southwest (16 flights per week), and American Airlines (14 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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When flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Thursdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Washington, D.C., you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Tuesdays. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

Which airports will I be using when flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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Washington, D.C. is served by 2 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Los Angeles. You will leave Washington, D.C. from one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. You will be arriving at Los Angeles. <a href='/flight-routes/Washington-D-C--WAS/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 8

What’s the earliest departure time from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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Early birds can take the earliest flight from Washington, D.C. at 06:00 and will be landing in Los Angeles at 08:48.

Question 9

What’s the latest departure time from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles jets off at 22:05 and lands at 00:56.

Question 10

Which airlines fly direct between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

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There are 6 airlines that fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. They are: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Southwest, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Alaska Airlines at £185 for a return flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Spirit Airlines.

Question 11

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight route.

Question 12

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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The Boeing 737 MAX 9 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight route.

Question 13

Which airline alliances offer flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 14

On which days can I fly direct from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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There are direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

Question 15

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

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The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is September, where tickets cost £234 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £363 and £299 respectively.

Question 16

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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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 Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles. <a href='/flight-routes/Washington-D-C--WAS/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 17

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Washington-D-C--WAS/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 18

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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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 Los Angeles with an airline and back to Washington, D.C. with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Washington-D-C--WAS/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

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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 Los Angeles from Washington, D.C. up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Washington-D-C--WAS/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

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There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 21

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles were found on Spirit Airlines (£111) and United Airlines (£135).

Question 22

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight route?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles cost £73 and was between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) and Los Angeles (LAX). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is £73.

Question 23

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

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To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Question 24

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

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No, with an average price for the route of £480, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles flight route?

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

When flying from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Thursdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Washington, D.C., you’ll find the best rates on Saturdays and the most expensive ones on Tuesdays.

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

The cheapest month for flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles is September, where tickets cost £234 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £363 and £299 respectively.

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

No, with an average price for the route of £480, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles were found on Spirit Airlines (£111) and United Airlines (£135).

Which airlines fly most frequently between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (63 flights per week), Southwest (16 flights per week), and American Airlines (14 flights per week).

Which airlines fly direct between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles?

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business and Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Washington, D.C. and Los Angeles per day?

How long does a flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles take?

Direct flights from Washington, D.C. generally make it to Los Angeles in 5h 16m. The flying distance between the two cities is 2,304 miles.

What’s the earliest departure time from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Washington, D.C. at 06:00 and will be landing in Los Angeles at 08:48.

What’s the latest departure time from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Washington, D.C. to Los Angeles jets off at 22:05 and lands at 00:56.

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