DCA (Washington) to LAX (Los Angeles) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Alaska Airlines at 81%. The average delay is 72 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.DCA → LAX
DCA (Washington) to LAX (Los Angeles)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Alaska Airlines edges out Delta Air Lines on this route — 81% vs 76% on time.
Airline Comparison
Alaska Airlines leads at 81% on time; Delta Air Lines trails at 76%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from DCA
79% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DCA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~14 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
DCA cancels 2.6% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at LAX
82% on timeWhen flights into LAX are late, the average delay is 68 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LAX: TSA is ~22 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.