Flying from Washington DC to London Gatwick Airport (LGW): What you need to know
London Gatwick Airport is located in London. The city is in the UTC+0 timezone and is five hours ahead of Washington DC.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to catch your flight from Washington DC to LGW.
July is a peak travel month. If you're taking off then or during a major holiday like Thanksgiving or Christmas, get there even earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international journeys.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
We make it a breeze to find cheap flights from Washington DC to LGW with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Next, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between DCA and LGW include:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Travelling from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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71% of flights departing from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport land at their destination on time.
You'll find DCA at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Check a new destination off your list or just take a moment to reset with a stopover. If you'd like to split up your flight from Washington DC to London Gatwick Airport, check out these options when setting off from Washington Dulles International Airport:
Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS)
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 40 kilometres away, and getting there by car will take approximately 45 minutes.
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Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time performance rate of 77%. This figure provides insight into how often flights that take off from this airport land at their destination on time.
IAD is located at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
You can lock in a plane ticket from Washington DC to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) with a stop or two leaving from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Here are some of the most common stopovers between BWI and LGW:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Orlando International Airport (MCO)
Keflavik Airport (KEF)
BWI is around 48 kilometres from central Washington DC. Driving from the city centre to the terminal takes about 40 minutes. If you're considering public transport, you can expect a journey of around 50 minutes.
Wake up, take it easy and still make your Washington DC to London Gatwick Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These accommodation options near Baltimore Washington International Airport make departure day a breeze if you're flying out first thing:
The on-time performance rate of BWI is 77%. In other words, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
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Getting from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to central London
London Gatwick Airport to the centre of London is roughly 40 kilometres. If you're getting a taxi or renting a car, plan ahead to make your trip as easy as possible. Journey times can vary based on traffic conditions and the time of day.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 20 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
At the moment, Rs59,707 is the best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to London Gatwick Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is Rs152,942. Keep in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
To find cheap flights from Washington DC to LGW, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
Cheap Washington DC to London Gatwick Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search tool to compare fares across each month and then fly out on the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Washington DC to London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
January is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to London Gatwick Airport (LGW), while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to London based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Washington DC to LGW plane ticket, consider the kind of weather forecast you're hoping for. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Washington DC to London Gatwick Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about London
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There are loads of terrific things to do in London when you're ready to see the sights. Kick off your exploring at The British Museum followed by Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Manchester is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen London. Around 290 kilometres away to the northwest, popular attractions include Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Birmingham is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 193 kilometres northwest of London. No trip is complete without visiting Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.