Travelling from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
Start your travel planning by considering where you'll take off for your flight from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) are the main airports in Washington DC.
London is five hours ahead of Washington DC. London Heathrow Airport is located in London, which is in the UTC+0 timezone.
To ensure you catch your flight from Washington DC to LHR, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
With more travellers during busy periods like April, get to the terminal earlier than usual. Two hours for domestic flights and as much as four for international journeys will help you deal with longer queues. Remember things also get busy during major holidays like Christmas.
Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Consider adding a stopover to find cheap flights from Washington DC to LHR. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). Break up your trip (and maybe get a better deal) by stopping at one of these popular airports:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
The journey from central Washington DC to DCA takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Of the departures from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, 76% land on schedule at their destination.
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Think about kicking off your journey from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). You can book a direct Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) plane ticket with departures from here.
When setting off from IAD, you'll have your pick of airlines that operate direct flights from Washington DC to LHR. Take to the skies with any of these carriers:
British Airways is the top choice for passengers flying from IAD to LHR.
Flights between Washington Dulles International Airport and London Heathrow Airport are more likely to reach their destination on time with Virgin Atlantic compared to other carriers.
Split up your flight from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Popular stopovers between Washington Dulles International Airport and LHR include:
Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Dublin Airport (DUB)
Using public transport, you can travel from central Washington DC to IAD in about 1 hour 10 minutes. The terminal is roughly 40 kilometres away, and making the journey by car takes approximately 45 minutes.
Kick off your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Washington DC to LHR flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Washington Dulles International Airport:
When it comes to flights staying on schedule, Washington Dulles International Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 74%.
You'll find IAD at 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Get to your destination faster from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Direct flights from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport are available from here.
British Airways is one reputable carrier that offers direct Washington DC to LHR plane tickets from BWI.
Most travellers prefer to fly with British Airways from BWI to LHR.
Among carriers on this route, British Airways leads the way for on-time arrivals.
You can reserve a plane ticket from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) with one or more stops out of Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI). Here are some of the most popular stopovers between BWI and LHR:
New York John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK)
Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)
Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
From central Washington DC, BWI is around 48 kilometres away. It'll take you roughly 40 minutes to reach the airport by car and 50 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Sleep a little longer and still make your Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near Baltimore Washington International Airport make it a breeze to get to the terminal if you're flying out first thing:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations as expected. At BWI, that figure is 77%.
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near LHR instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion to explore London and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride around one week ahead of your Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport flight.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
Central London is around 24 kilometres from London Heathrow Airport and takes about 45 minutes to reach by car. See what your options are for heading into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes roughly 25 minutes when travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport is Rs99,464. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs203,283. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book two months before flying. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from Washington DC to LHR.
The best month for scoring cheap Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport tickets is July. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then choose the dates that offer the lowest fares.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a better deal comes up on plane tickets from Washington DC to LHR.
Filters make it easier to dig up a deal for your flight from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
January is the quietest month for flights from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), while July is the most popular. Figure out the ideal time to visit London based on whether you want a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Before locking in your Washington DC to LHR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport in January when temperatures are between 0ºC and 9ºC.
More about London
Start your London trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Washington DC to London Heathrow Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
There are loads of awesome things to do in London when you're ready to go sightseeing. Kick off your exploring at The British Museum followed by Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
You've done London, now it's time to explore other corners of the United Kingdom. Travel around 153 kilometres northwest to Birmingham to check off its top attractions. From Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery to Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 145 kilometres west of London, Bristol is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Banksey, Clifton Suspension Bridge and Bristol International Balloon Fiesta.