Distance from Los Angeles to Washington D.C.
3,692 km (2,294 miles) — straight-line distance as the crow flies
3,692 km
Kilometers
2,294 miles
Miles
~4h 51m
Est. Flight
3h
Time Difference
Los Angeles
USAWashington D.C.
USAThe distance between Los Angeles and Washington D.C. is roughly equivalent to 9 hours of driving, though the straight-line distance as the crow flies is significantly shorter than any road route.
Los Angeles is known for Hollywood and Venice Beach, while Washington D.C. is famous for The White House and Lincoln Memorial.
In terms of city area, Los Angeles is 7.4x larger than Washington D.C.. You can compare their sizes visually on our side-by-side map comparison.
Compare Los Angeles and Washington D.C. side by side
Open Map ComparisonFrequently Asked Questions
How far is Los Angeles from Washington D.C.?
The straight-line (as the crow flies) distance from Los Angeles to Washington D.C. is 3,692 km (2,294 miles).
How long is the flight from Los Angeles to Washington D.C.?
A direct flight would take approximately 4h 51m, based on an average commercial jet speed of 850 km/h.
Is Los Angeles bigger than Washington D.C.?
Los Angeles is larger at 1,302 km², compared to 177 km².