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Washington D.C..$162 per passenger.Departing Wed, 30 Apr, returning Mon, 5 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $162, select.
Washington D.C..$170 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 May, returning Mon, 5 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 1 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 5 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $170, select.
Washington D.C..$206 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $206, select.
Washington D.C..$207 per passenger.Departing Mon, 28 Apr, returning Wed, 30 Apr.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 28 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 30 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $207, select.
Washington D.C..$207 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 May, returning Tue, 3 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 19 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Baltimore Washington International on Tue, 3 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $207, select.
Washington D.C..$208 per passenger.Departing Sat, 24 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 24 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $208, select.
Washington D.C..$208 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Apr, returning Wed, 7 May.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 7 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $208, select.
Washington D.C..$209 per passenger.Departing Wed, 4 Jun, returning Wed, 11 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 11 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $209, 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 May.
Apr
from $207
May
from $170
Jun
from $206
Jul
from $288
Aug
from $328
Sep
from $242
Oct
from $245
Nov
from $243
Dec
from $815
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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$162
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time5 hrs, 3 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week54

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 $162. 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 3 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 April 2025, there are 54 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 April 2025.
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 Wednesday, 30 April 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 3 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.

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

  • The average time for a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is 5 hours 1 minute. Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, which makes Washington DC 3 hours ahead of Los Angeles.

  • For the earliest departure, hop on the 00:07 flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. If you'd like to go later, the latest flight departs at 23:53. With 35 flights every week from LAX to BWI, you can pick the timing that suits you best.

  • If you're flying during a popular month like July, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of domestic departures. Expect lines to be longer during high seasons like Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Year.

  • United Airlines runs direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Washington DC — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.

  • To break up your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that interests you. The top stopovers on the LAX - BWI route are:

    • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport

    • Nashville International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

  • After booking your cheap ticket from LAX to BWI, get your travel documents in order. A passport or visa isn't needed since you're travelling within United States. As long as you have another form of identification, such as an ID card or driver's license, you're good to go.

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

  • $79 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport. Return flights start from $162. These fares can change based on availability.

  • To score cheap flight tickets from LAX to BWI, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of the departure date.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Finding a cheap ticket from LAX to BWI is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport.

Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • Travelling from central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport takes about 54 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 32 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Booked an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to LAX:

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

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

  • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to central Washington DC is around 48 minutes by car. It's approximately 48 kilometres away. See what options are available, such as cabs, car rentals or ride-sharing services.

  • When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour and 32 minutes.

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

  • The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to go to Washington DC based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • The warmest month in Washington DC is July, with the temperature ranging between 19ºC and 33ºC. Lock in your flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from LAX to BWI sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Washington DC

  • As soon as you've booked your flights from LAX to BWI, you'll want to find somewhere to stay in Washington DC. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this top destination:

  • White House Historical Association and The White House are just the start of the big attractions to put on your Washington DC to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at National Mall.

  • There's more than one way to travel to and from Washington DC. Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is another great choice. Be sure to check out the prices and departure times from this domestic airport.

Complete your Washington DC trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Washington DC getaway.

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