Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA): what you need to know
The timezone in Washington DC is UTC-5, which is five hours behind London.
Your LHR to DCA flight won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or visit a new city along the way. Here's where you can stop between LHR and DCA:
New York Newark Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
Toronto Pearson International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
Rs107,509 is the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight. A return flight starts from Rs173,163. These fares may change based on availability.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from LHR to DCA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
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Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
78% of flights departing from London Heathrow Airport arrive at their destination on time.
London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 45 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 25 minutes.
Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to LHR:
Arriving at Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
Book a hotel near DCA if you're taking a late London Heathrow Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Washington Ronald Reagan Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Sixt or Dollar and explore beyond Washington DC's main sights.
Get the best deal by reserving your vehicle from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport around four weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is roughly 6 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. The drive time takes about 10 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 25 minutes.
When to fly to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Washington DC. If you like a quieter vibe, go in March.
Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Washington Ronald Reagan Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Washington DC, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 33ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for cheap tickets from LHR to DCA around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of the United States
Washington DC has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 322 kilometres north-east of Washington DC, a visit to New York will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Central Park, Statue of Liberty and Metropolitan Museum of Art.
Philadelphia is another essential stop in the United States and is around 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. No journey is complete without experiencing Independence Hall, Liberty Bell and Philadelphia Museum of Art.