Washington, D.C.

$455+ Cheap flights from London (LON) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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LON — WAS
Aug 26 — Sep 21
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or November, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from London to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated August 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$564
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$455
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$818

Good round-trip deal

$740 or less

Good one-way deal

$665 or less
From London (LON) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from London (LON) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($95 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2025.

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Thu 9/410:55 pmSTN - BWI
2 stops23h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/76:50 pmBWI - STN
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/19$564
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Tue 9/233:40 pmLGW - BWI
1 stop32h 45mIcelandair
Tue 9/308:30 pmBWI - LGW
1 stop13h 10mIcelandair
Deal found 8/20$564
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Mon 9/2211:40 amSTN - BWI
1 stop11h 00mPLAY
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1 stop10h 50mPLAY
Deal found 8/21$565
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Thu 9/251:05 pmLHR - BWI
1 stop11h 20mIcelandair
Wed 10/18:30 pmBWI - LHR
1 stop10h 25mIcelandair
Deal found 8/19$565
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Thu 9/2511:15 amLGW - BWI
2 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/11:17 pmBWI - LGW
1 stop15h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/20$565
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Thu 8/2811:40 amSTN - BWI
1 stop11h 00mPLAY
Tue 9/26:50 pmBWI - STN
1 stop10h 50mPLAY
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Wed 9/101:05 pmLHR - BWI
1 stop11h 20mIcelandair
Sat 9/138:30 pmBWI - LHR
1 stop10h 25mIcelandair
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Fri 9/58:00 amLGW - BWI
2 stops14h 40mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/86:50 pmBWI - LGW
2 stops21h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/19$566
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Thu 9/258:15 amSTN - BWI
2 stops14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/16:50 pmBWI - STN
1 stop10h 50mMultiple Airlines
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Thu 11/1311:55 amLGW - BWI
1 stop11h 45mIcelandair
Mon 11/247:40 pmBWI - LGW
1 stop10h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 8/21$567
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Fri 8/292:00 pmLGW - BWI
1 stop26h 44mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/72:09 pmBWI - LGW
2 stops35h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/21$568
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Thu 9/49:25 pmLHR - BWI
1 stop27h 00mIcelandair
Tue 9/98:30 pmBWI - LHR
1 stop10h 25mIcelandair
Deal found 8/21$569

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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STN - BWI

STNBWI

London Stansted

Wed 10/8

6:45 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops27h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 10/11

6:50 pm-10:40 am

1 stop10h 50m

$564

LondonBaltimore

LGW - BWI

LGWBWI

London Gatwick

Tue 9/23

3:40 pm-7:25 pm

1 stop32h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 9/30

8:30 pm-2:40 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$564

LondonBaltimore

STN - BWI

STNBWI

London Stansted

Thu 9/4

10:55 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops23h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 9/7

6:50 pm-10:40 am

1 stop10h 50m

$564

LondonBaltimore

STN - BWI

STNBWI

London Stansted

Mon 9/22

11:40 am-5:40 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 9/26

6:50 pm-10:40 am

1 stop10h 50m

$565

LondonBaltimore

STN - BWI

STNBWI

London Stansted

Sat 10/4

6:35 am-5:40 pm

2 stops16h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 10/6

6:50 pm-10:40 am

1 stop10h 50m

$565

LondonBaltimore

LGW - BWI

LGWBWI

London Gatwick

Thu 9/25

11:15 am-5:40 pm

2 stops35h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 10/1

1:17 pm-10:00 am

1 stop15h 43m

$565

LondonBaltimore

LGW - BWI

LGWBWI

London Gatwick

Tue 11/25

11:55 am-6:40 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 11/30

7:40 pm-10:55 am

1 stop10h 15m

$566

LondonBaltimore

LGW - BWI

LGWBWI

London Gatwick

Mon 12/1

11:55 am-6:40 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/8

7:40 pm-10:55 am

1 stop10h 15m

$566

LondonBaltimore

LGW - BWI

LGWBWI

London Gatwick

Fri 2/6

11:55 am-6:40 pm

1 stop11h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 2/10

7:40 pm-10:55 am

1 stop10h 15m

$566

LondonBaltimore

LGW - BWI

LGWBWI

London Gatwick

Fri 9/5

8:00 am-5:40 pm

2 stops14h 40m

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Mon 9/8

6:50 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops21h 10m

$566

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Airlines
British Airways

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LHR

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Use the Silver Line Metro for a cost-effective trip to Washington, D.C. It takes under 40 minutes and is five minutes from the terminal.

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Best time to book a flight from London to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from London with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from London to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from London to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 84 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Washington, D.C. (average of $303). Flying from London to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LON to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from London to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 21, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from London to Washington, D.C. in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from London to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their London to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from London to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated August 21, 2025.

The most flights from LON to WAS are scheduled on a Wednesday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (17 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from London to Washington, D.C.?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from London to Washington, D.C.?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from London to Washington, D.C. chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Reykjavik (KEF) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from London to Washington, D.C. on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from London to Washington, D.C.?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from London to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Reykjavik (KEF) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $478.

What’s the fastest layover option from London to Washington, D.C.?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from London to Washington, D.C., based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Dublin (DUB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 11h 00m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from London to Washington, D.C.?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from London to Washington, D.C., chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 20m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated August 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to Washington, D.C., such as Delta, United Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Morgan Rae,Aug 2025

BRU - JFK

Typically I choose delta because they do a great job but this time the flight attendant in my zone was very rude and didnt offer the same treatment as she did to others

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  • How long is the flight from London to Washington, D.C.?

    For as low as $565, Icelandair can have you in Washington, D.C. from London in 11h. The distance from London to Washington, D.C. is about 3641 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $320. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Scandinavian Airlines and Austrian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $390 and $431, respectively. These flights start at 56% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $461 on WorldTicket. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include TAP AIR PORTUGAL from $541 and Icelandair from $553 one-way.

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    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from London, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (75%), Air France (75%), Delta( 75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $560. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $488 on average our data indicates $3,086 when flying from London to Washington, D.C..

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Washington, D.C. (average of $303). Flying from London to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 10 airlines flying from London to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London to Washington, D.C.. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
PLAYCheapest$304Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$320Average$949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$390Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$431Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$476Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IcelandairCheapest$510Average$948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
British AirwaysCheapest$595Average$854FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$619Average$753FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Air CanadaCheapest$635Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Aer LingusCheapest$652Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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