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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Baltimore Washington International to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in May.

Direct flights from Baltimore Washington International to Los Angeles International

Baltimore Washington International to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

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

Washington D.C. to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found92 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time5 hrs, 42 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week58

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Baltimore Washington International to Los Angeles International is 92 €. 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 42 minutes is the average flight time from Baltimore Washington International to Los Angeles International.
Southwest Airlines, United and Spirit Airlines fly direct from Baltimore Washington International to Los Angeles International.
As of April 2025, there are 58 flights per week flying from Baltimore Washington International to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from Baltimore Washington International to Los Angeles International is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Tuesday, 27 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 42 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles International.

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

  • Hop on a direct flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 5 hours 35 minutes.

  • Los Angeles is three hours behind Washington DC and follows the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Flights from BWI to LAX start from 06:00 — the earliest with United Airlines. The last service of the day is at 23:53 with Spirit Airlines. Overall, you can choose from 36 weekly Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.

  • For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your BWI to LAX flight.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.

  • With direct flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles International Airport available from numerous airlines, getting to Los Angeles (and then other destinations in United States) is easy. You can travel nonstop with:

  • Spirit Airlines tops the list for bookings on this route.

  • With a dependable 89.71% of services landing on schedule, Spirit Airlines is the most punctual carrier for BWI to LAX flights.

  • If you want to split up your journey, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between BWI and LAX:

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

    • Nashville International Airport

    • Chicago Midway International Airport

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is 46 €. A return fare right now is 92 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Score cheap tickets from BWI to LAX by booking at least six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfare across every month.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from BWI to LAX by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • 77.13% of flights leaving from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport make it to their destination on time.

  • To get to Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport from central Washington DC, it takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 48 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Have an early flight from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near BWI:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • The address for LAX is One World Way.

  • From Los Angeles International Airport, Los Angeles is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to reach the centre by car.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 55 minutes.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

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

  • The warmest month in Los Angeles is August, with the temperature ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Book your flights from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport to Los Angeles International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.

  • Search for cheap tickets from BWI to LAX in February if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) on average.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • San Jose is another favourite destination in United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.

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