Washington, D.C.

$368+ Cheap flights from London (LON) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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LON — WAS
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$657
(ChecknFly)

One-way from

$368
(Norse)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$833

Good round-trip deal

$747 or less

Good one-way deal

$654 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. 14% potential increase in price ($125 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
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Cheapest flights from London to Washington, D.C.
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 June 12, 2025.

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Tue 11/49:55 amLHR - IAD
1 stop14h 36mFinnair
Fri 11/78:50 amIAD - LHR
2 stops18h 45mFinnair
Deal found 6/10$657
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Fri 9/2612:20 pmLGW - DCA
2 stops15h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/291:44 pmDCA - LGW
2 stops13h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$658
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Tue 10/144:25 pmLGW - IAD
1 stop27h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 11/135:30 pmIAD - LGW
2 stops34h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 6/10$659
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Fri 8/2211:00 amLHR - DCA
1 stop12h 38mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/83:21 pmDCA - LHR
1 stop11h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$659
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Tue 9/169:20 amLCY - IAD
1 stop11h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 9/301:00 pmIAD - LCY
2 stops14h 10mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/10$659
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Wed 10/86:40 amLHR - IAD
2 stops18h 19mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 10/1210:05 pmIAD - LHR
2 stops13h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$660
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Tue 6/176:30 amLHR - IAD
1 stop14h 05mKLM
Tue 6/2412:49 pmIAD - LHR
1 stop12h 56mKLM
Deal found 6/10$661
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Tue 6/178:40 amLHR - IAD
1 stop11h 55mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 6/243:31 pmIAD - LHR
2 stops14h 54mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/10$662
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Fri 10/316:30 amLHR - DCA
2 stops15h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/312:55 pmDCA - LHR
2 stops13h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$663
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Wed 9/106:15 pmLHR - DCA
1 stop18h 49mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 10/111:00 amDCA - LHR
1 stop14h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 6/11$664
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Sun 10/197:50 pmLHR - IAD
1 stop24h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 10/2911:30 pmIAD - LHR
1 stop18h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 6/12$665
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Tue 10/712:10 pmLGW - DCA
1 stop13h 41mJetBlue
Mon 10/136:55 pmDCA - LGW
1 stop9h 40mJetBlue
Deal found 6/9$665

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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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LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - IAD

LHRIAD

London Heathrow

Tue 11/4

9:55 am-7:31 pm

1 stop14h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 11/7

8:50 am-8:35 am

2 stops18h 45m

$657

LondonWashington, D.C.

LGW - DCA

LGWDCA

London Gatwick

Fri 9/26

12:20 pm-11:04 pm

2 stops15h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 9/29

1:44 pm-8:10 am

2 stops13h 26m

$658

LondonWashington, D.C.

LGW - IAD

LGWIAD

London Gatwick

Tue 10/14

4:25 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/13

5:30 pm-9:25 am

2 stops34h 55m

$659

LondonWashington, D.C.

LCY - IAD

LCYIAD

London City

Tue 9/16

9:20 am-3:35 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 9/30

1:00 pm-8:10 am

2 stops14h 10m

$659

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - DCA

LHRDCA

London Heathrow

Fri 8/22

11:00 am-6:38 pm

1 stop12h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 10/8

3:21 pm-7:50 am

1 stop11h 29m

$659

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - IAD

LHRIAD

London Heathrow

Wed 10/8

6:40 am-7:59 pm

2 stops18h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 10/12

10:05 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops13h 55m

$660

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - IAD

LHRIAD

London Heathrow

Sat 10/18

12:15 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop8h 15m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/18

5:37 pm-6:30 am

1 stop31h 53m

$661

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - IAD

LHRIAD

London Heathrow

Sat 9/6

8:40 am-3:35 pm

1 stop11h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/12

5:50 pm-6:20 am

Nonstop7h 30m

$662

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - DCA

LHRDCA

London Heathrow

Fri 10/31

6:30 am-6:07 pm

2 stops15h 37m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/3

12:55 pm-7:10 am

2 stops13h 15m

$663

LondonWashington, D.C.

LGW - DCA

LGWDCA

London Gatwick

Tue 10/7

12:10 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop13h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/13

6:55 pm-9:35 am

1 stop9h 40m

$665

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British Airways

BA's Club Suite offers private pods with doors for enhanced privacy on long-haul flights.


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United's Polaris Business Class features lie-flat seats, large screens, and Saks Fifth Avenue bedding.


United's Premium Plus offers bigger seats, extra legroom, and upgraded meals on international flights.

Airports
LHR

Heathrow's strict security can cause delays. Ensure all liquids are in a single bag and remove suspicious items to avoid long waits.

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IAD

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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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 June 9, 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from London to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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 June 12, 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 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 afternoons 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from LON to WAS are scheduled on a Wednesday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Austrian Airlines from London to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Flying on Finnair is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $657. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with the lowest prices starting at $658 and $659, respectively. These flights start at 11% 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 $407 on PLAY. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include WorldTicket from $429 and TAP AIR PORTUGAL from $506 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from London to Washington, D.C.?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London to Washington, D.C.?

    Before booking your flight to Washington, D.C. from London, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (57%), Aer Lingus (57%), Finnair( 57%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $598. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $441 on average our data indicates $2,233 when flying from London to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on London to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from London to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from London to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Washington, D.C. (average of $241). Flying from London to Washington, D.C. in March is currently the most expensive (average of $290). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
PLAYCheapest$304Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$390Average$833FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$431Average$986FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
IcelandairCheapest$529Average$993FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$564Average$804FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$595Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$619Average$787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Aer LingusCheapest$652Average$812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$652Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$682Average$886FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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