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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to Washington D.C. (BWI)

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Flight deals from Los Angeles International to Baltimore Washington International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Los Angeles International to Baltimore Washington International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..$143 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Sat, 20 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 20 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $143, select.
Washington D.C..$149 per passenger.Departing Wed, 10 Sep, returning Wed, 1 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 10 Sep, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 1 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Washington D.C..$149 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Wed, 3 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 3 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Washington D.C..$149 per passenger.Departing Tue, 11 Nov, returning Wed, 12 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 11 Nov, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Washington D.C..$149 per passenger.Departing Tue, 7 Oct, returning Tue, 28 Oct.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 7 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 28 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $149, select.
Washington D.C..$152 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Aug, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 26 Aug, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $152, select.
Washington D.C..$166 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Tue, 4 Nov.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $166, select.
Washington D.C..$167 per passenger.Departing Wed, 12 Nov, returning Wed, 3 Dec.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 12 Nov, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 3 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $167, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Baltimore Washington International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to Baltimore Washington International flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from $1,994
Aug
from $152
Sep
from $143
Oct
from $149
Nov
from $149
Dec
from $183
Jan
from $183
Feb
from $182
Mar
from $183
Apr
from $782
May
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Jun
from $801

Direct flights from Los Angeles International to Baltimore Washington International

Los Angeles International to Baltimore Washington International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Los Angeles International to Washington D.C. below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Baltimore Washington International.

Los Angeles to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$143
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time5 hrs, 2 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week69

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to Baltimore Washington International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Los Angeles International to Baltimore Washington International is $143. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
5 hours and 2 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to Baltimore Washington International.
Southwest Airlines, United and Spirit Airlines fly direct from Los Angeles International to Baltimore Washington International.
As of July 2025, there are 69 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to Baltimore Washington International.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to Baltimore Washington International is usually September.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore Washington International Airport on Saturday, 13 September 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 2 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Baltimore Washington International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Baltimore Washington International.

Flying from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours.

  • Washington DC is three hours ahead of Los Angeles and observes the UTC-4 timezone.

  • Flights from LAX to BWI start from 00:07 — the first with Spirit Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:43 with United Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 35 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your LAX to BWI flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid the stress of rushing.

  • Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.

  • You'll find a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. When you're ready to start your Washington DC adventure, let one of these carriers take you to this popular corner of United States:

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with Spirit Airlines on this route.

  • Spirit Airlines stands out as the most punctual carrier for LAX to BWI flights, with 88.24% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.

  • If you want to include a stop along the way, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between LAX and BWI:

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Chicago Midway International Airport

    • Denver International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport flight is $74. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $143. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.

  • Book six months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from LAX to BWI.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across each month.

  • You don't need to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's a new deal on cheap flights from LAX to BWI.

  • Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The address for LAX is One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport gets top marks for on-time performance. 81.05% of flights that depart LAX reach their destination on time.

  • Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is around 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.

  • You can expect a journey time of around 55 minutes when using public transport.

  • Get your trip off to a relaxed start by staying near LAX. Whether you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

Getting from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) to central Washington DC

  • From Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, Washington DC is approximately 48 kilometres away. It takes around 50 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It'll take around 1 hour 30 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Washington DC. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in May.

  • The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 33ºC (91ºF). Book your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.

  • Look for cheap tickets from LAX to BWI in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC (21ºF) and 10ºC (50ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • You've visited Washington DC, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey about 322 kilometres north-east to New York to check off its popular sights. From Statue of Liberty to Central Park and Empire State Building, there's plenty to keep you busy.

  • If there's time to check out another major destination in United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.

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