Cheap flights from LAX to DCA (Los Angeles Intl. to Ronald Reagan Washington National)

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Cheap Flights from LAX to DCA starting at $72 One Way, $144 Round Trip

Prices starting at $144 for return flights and $72 for one-way flights to Ronald Reagan Washington National were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Apr 22 - Tue, Apr 28
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$144 Roundtrip, just found
$144
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 22 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Tue, Apr 28, priced at $144 just found
Tue, May 12 - Wed, May 20
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$154 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$154
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, May 12 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Wed, May 20, priced at $154 found 2 hours ago
Wed, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 4
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$158 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$158
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 25 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $158 found 2 hours ago
Sat, Feb 28 - Wed, Mar 4
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$177 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Feb 28 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Wed, Mar 4, priced at $177 found 6 hours ago
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
LAX
Los Angeles
DCA
Washington
$237 Roundtrip, just found
$237
Roundtrip
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Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 31 from Los Angeles to Washington, returning Sat, Nov 7, priced at $237 just found

Hotel Ideas near Ronald Reagan Washington National

Airport Hotels near Ronald Reagan Washington National

Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport

Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport

3.5 out of 5
2020 Richmond Highway Arlington VA
$84 nightly
The price is $96 total per night from Feb 28 to Mar 1
$96 total
Feb 28 - Mar 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,824 reviews)
Wonderful hotel and staff. Very pleasant lobby and dining area. On site snacks available. On site bar and food, did not have opportunity to see what was available but plenty of people there morning/night. Parking deck is connected with separate building access. Our room was Large 2 queen/double suite ...

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Reagan National Airport
Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National

Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National

3.5 out of 5
2899 Richmond Highway Arlington VA
$125 nightly
The price is $143 total per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
$143 total
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy a free airport shuttle, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,559 reviews)
Nice staff and room was big and very clean. Also, the airport shuttle runs very often so it was convenient to get from the hotel to the airport.

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Arlington Crystal City/Reagan National
AC Hotel by Marriott Arlington National Landing

AC Hotel by Marriott Arlington National Landing

4 out of 5
1999 Richmond Highway Arlington VA
$135 nightly
The price is $154 total per night from Feb 20 to Feb 21
$154 total
Feb 20 - Feb 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Arlington. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (281 reviews)
Never received towels Heater was not working Phone was not connected

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

AC Hotel by Marriott Arlington National Landing
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Hotels In Washington

Washington Plaza Hotel

Washington Plaza Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Thomas Circle NW Washington DC
$99 nightly
The price is $115 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$115 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (4,928 reviews)
Clean rooms…. Great view…. Nice staff I would book again!

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Washington Plaza Hotel
Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC

4 out of 5
1001 14th St NW Washington DC
$131 nightly
The price is $147 total per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
$147 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (3,139 reviews)
Staff was great, room was great.

Reviewed on Feb 10, 2026

Hamilton Hotel Washington DC
citizenM Washington DC NoMa

citizenM Washington DC NoMa

4 out of 5
1222 1ST STREET NE Washington DC
$89 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Feb 16 to Feb 17
$103 total
Feb 16 - Feb 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,761 reviews)
It was a nice place, with

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

citizenM Washington DC NoMa
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Washington Hotels With Airport Transportation

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center

4 out of 5
201 Waterfront Street Fort Washington MD
$253 nightly
The price is $298 total per night from Mar 6 to Mar 7
$298 total
Mar 6 - Mar 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in National Harbor. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and a marina. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Top notch service and accommodations.

Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026

Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle

3.5 out of 5
1733 N St NW Washington DC
$139 nightly
The price is $161 total per night from Feb 15 to Feb 16
$161 total
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
The hotel was good but I had issues with the parking and valet.

Reviewed on Jan 12, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Washington, DC Dupont Circle
Malolo Bed and Breakfast

Malolo Bed and Breakfast

3.5 out of 5
5213 B Street Southeast Washington DC
Stay at this B&B in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Popular attractions Smithsonian Institution and National Mall are located ...
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Malolo Bed and Breakfast
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Low Priced Washington Hotels

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center

3.5 out of 5
627 H Street NW Washington DC
$77 nightly
The price is $90 total per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
$90 total
Feb 26 - Feb 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,874 reviews)
Clean room

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Motto by Hilton Washington DC City Center
The Baron Hotel

The Baron Hotel

3 out of 5
1523 22nd Street NW Washington DC
$120 nightly
The price is $139 total per night from Mar 1 to Mar 2
$139 total
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
Decent spot

Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025

The Baron Hotel
Windsor Inn Hotel

Windsor Inn Hotel

2 out of 5
1842 16th St Nw Washington DC
$120 nightly
The price is $139 total per night from Mar 2 to Mar 3
$139 total
Mar 2 - Mar 3
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
Windsor Inn Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Family Friendly Hotels in Washington

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center

3.5 out of 5
900 10th St NW Washington DC
$163 nightly
The price is $189 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$189 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, a 24-hour fitness center, and WiFi (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,195 reviews)
Great

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Washington D.C. – Convention Center
Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG

3 out of 5
550 C St SW Washington DC
$148 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
$172 total
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,915 reviews)
The hotel needs some TLC. Two of the four elevators were out of order. There is masking tape on the seems of the carpet. The climate control in our room was not working and the duvet had what I believe to be gum on the top. There is not a fan in the bathroom therefore when you shower it steams up ...

Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026

Holiday Inn Washington Capitol - Natl Mall by IHG
Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall

3 out of 5
400 E Street SW Washington DC
$169 nightly
The price is $196 total per night from Feb 18 to Feb 19
$196 total
Feb 18 - Feb 19
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Washington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,662 reviews)
Great hotel, but terrible wifi. If you need to work this is not the hotel for you. For play this is the place!

Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026

Hyatt Place Washington DC/National Mall
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

LAX to DCA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
LAX Address & GPS
Address:
One World Way
Los Angeles CA, 90045-5803
United States
IATA Code:
LAX
Longitude:
-118.408279
Latitude:
33.943399
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
DCA Address & GPS
Address:
1 Aviation Circle
Washington DC, 20001-6000
United States
IATA Code:
DCA
Longitude:
-77.043457
Latitude:
38.853434
Time Zone:
America/New_York

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to DCA?
Yep, your memorable getaway is just a single flight away. Great news, isn't it? Travel in comfort aboard one of 3 highly rated carriers that fly directly from LAX to DCA. Top picks include:

  • American Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines

What is the shortest flight from LAX to DCA?
The shortest flight time from Los Angeles to Washington is 4 hours and 54 minutes. Grab a wine from the drink trolley, work on your travel itinerary or read a few magazines — you'll have enough time on this medium-haul trip.
How many hours flight from LAX to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)?
The trip from LAX to DCA will take approximately 4 hours and 57 minutes. A few TV shows, some light reading and a decent snooze will make the time fly by.
What airlines have the most flights from LAX to DCA?
While you'll find various airlines that fly from LAX to National Airport, there are a couple that seasoned jetsetters keep coming back to. Alaska Airlines (AS) is among the best and offers 45 flights monthly. Also check out the great deals available with Delta Air Lines (DL). Offering 160 flights every month between Los Angeles and Washington, they make the journey just as enjoyable as the destination.

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