How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Washington?

Direct flights from Los Angeles to Washington typically take around 4h 49m. The great-circle distance is approximately 3,674 km.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Washington?

As a general industry pattern, mid-week flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) tend to be cheaper — see the cheapest-day page for real fare data on this route where available.

Which airlines fly from Los Angeles to Washington?

Use our flight search above to see live availability and compare prices across airlines flying Los Angeles to Washington.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Washington?

For the best fares, aim to book 4–8 weeks ahead during peak season and 2–4 weeks during off-peak periods. Last-minute deals can sometimes appear within 14 days of departure.

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Direct Flights: Los Angeles to Washington

4h 49m

Flight time

3,674 km

Distance

Airport pairs

Find non-stop flights from Los Angeles to Washington — no layovers, no connections. The route covers 3,674 km with a typical flight time of 4h 49m. Washington is located in United States.

Direct airport connections

LAX

Los Angeles International Airport

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IAD

Washington Dulles International Airport

LAX

Los Angeles International Airport

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DCA

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport

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Nearby airports

Near Los Angeles

Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport (HHR)7 km
Long Beach /Daugherty Field/ Airport (LGB)27 km
Bob Hope Airport (BUR)29 km

Near Washington

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)38 km
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshal Airport (BWI)73 km
Hagerstown Regional Richard A Henson Field (HGR)88 km

FAQs — Direct Flights Los Angeles to Washington

Yes, there are non-stop flights operating between Los Angeles and Washington. Flight time is approximately 4h 49m.