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DCA to LAX: Distance and Flight Time

The distance from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is 3,711 km (2,306 mi). A typical nonstop flight covers it in about 5h 10m, heading west. The distance is the same in either direction (LAX to DCA).

Distance
3,711 km
Distance (mi)
2,306 mi
Nautical miles
2,004 nm
Typical flight time
5h 10m
Direction
west
Airlines
4

How far is it from Washington to Los Angeles?

The great-circle distance between Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is 3,711 km (2,306 mi, 2,004 nautical miles). That is the straight-line distance; a real flight is a little longer because of air-traffic routing.

How long is the flight from DCA to LAX?

A nonstop flight typically takes about 5h 10m. This is an estimate from the distance; actual block times depend on the aircraft, winds and the exact routing. LAX is roughly west of DCA.

Airlines flying DCA to LAX

4 airlines appear on this route in the open route dataset. Codes and carriers:

Frequently asked questions

How far is Washington from Los Angeles?

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) are 3,711 km (2,306 mi, 2,004 nautical miles) apart in a straight line.

How long is the flight from DCA to LAX?

A typical nonstop flight between DCA and LAX takes about 5h 10m. Actual times vary with aircraft type, winds and routing.

What direction is LAX from DCA?

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) lies roughly west of Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA).

Which airlines fly DCA to LAX?

4 airlines appear on the DCA-LAX route in the open dataset, including American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta Air Lines.

Related routes

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