Direct flights from Washington to Los Angeles

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Washington

United States

United States

IAD

Washington Dulles International Airport

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Los Angeles

United States

United States

LAX

Los Angeles International Airport

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Distance
2,281 miles  ·  (3,671 km)
Flight time
5 hours and 34 minutes
Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • United Airlines
Alliances
  • Oneworld
  • SkyTeam
  • Star Alliance
Classes
  • Economy
  • Premium Economy
  • Business Class
  • First Class
Aircrafts
  • Boeing 737 MAX 8
  • Boeing 737 MAX 9
  • Boeing 737-800
  • Boeing 737-900
  • Boeing 757-200
  • Boeing 757-300
  • Boeing 777

Washington to Los Angeles Flight Schedule

Scan through all non-stop flights from Washington to Los Angeles. The full flight schedule below gives an overview of all non-stop flights from IAD to LAX, which includes the daily timetable of every operating airline for the upcoming 12 months.

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Best time to visit Los Angeles

What is the best time to visit Los Angeles?

☀️  Hot Mediterranean

The Mediterranean regions near Los Angeles are known for their warm, arid summers, where temperatures often go beyond 30°C (86°F). In some inland spots, the heat can climb even higher, sometimes reaching 40°C (104°F) or more. The winters are pleasantly mild, accompanied by some rainfall. This lovely climate, paired with breathtaking landscapes and bright, sunny days attract visitors from around the globe.

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Los Angeles is a wonderful place to visit all year long, but spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) are the best seasons to visit. The weather is pleasantly warm during these times, especially since the summers can be quite hot in those regions.

Airlines flying from Washington to Los Angeles

Airline-specific flight schedules from Washington to Los Angeles

In total there are 2 airlines operating nonstop flights from Washington IAD to Los Angeles LAX. This section gives an overview of the flight schedules and timetables of every airline with direct flights for this route.

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American Airlines
American Airlines flight schedulefrom Washington to Los Angeles

American Airlines is a member of Oneworld
American Airlines flights start in April
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United Airlines
United Airlines flight schedulefrom Washington to Los Angeles

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Washington to Los Angeles Flights

Flights from IAD to LAX are operated 4 times a week, with an average of 1 flight per day. Departure times vary between 06:00 - 22:20. The earliest flight departs at 06:00, the last flight departs at 22:20. However, this depends on the date you are flying so please check with the full flight schedule above to see which departure times are available on your preferred date(s) of travel.

You can fly in Economy and Business Class. Premium Economy and First Class are not available on this route (at least not as a non-stop flight).

The fastest direct flight from Washington to Los Angeles takes 5 hours and 34 minutes. The flight distance between Washington and Los Angeles is 2,281 miles (or 3,671 km).

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Frequently asked questions - FAQ

How many airports are there in Los Angeles?

There are 2 airports in Los Angeles: Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY).

How many flights per week are there from IAD to LAX?

There are 4 flights per week flying from Washington to Los Angeles (as of March 2026).

How long does it take to fly from Washington to Los Angeles?

5 hours and 34 minutes is the average flight time from Washington to Los Angeles.

How far is Los Angeles from Washington?

The distance from Washington to Los Angeles is 2,281 miles (3,671 kilometers).

What airlines fly nonstop from IAD airport to LAX airport?

American Airlines and United Airlines are flying nonstop from Washington to Los Angeles.

What alliances have direct flights from Washington to Los Angeles?

Oneworld and Star Alliance are flying nonstop from Washington to Los Angeles.

What classes are available from Washington to Los Angeles?

You can fly non-stop in Economy and Business Class.

What aircraft types fly from Washington to Los Angeles?

Aircraft types that fly from Washington to Los Angeles:

  • Boeing 737 MAX 8
  • Boeing 737 MAX 9
  • Boeing 737-800
  • Boeing 737-900
  • Boeing 757-200
  • Boeing 757-300
  • Boeing 777

What is the earliest flight departing from Washington to Los Angeles?

The earliest flight departs at 06:00 from Washington and arrives at 09:00 at Los Angeles.

What is the latest flight available from Washington to Los Angeles?

The latest flight departs at 22:20 from Washington and arrives at 01:04 at Los Angeles.

Popular flights from Washington via Los Angeles

Non-stop flights from IAD to LAX

2,281 miles (3,671 km)  ·  5h 34m

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