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

For as low as $576, Virgin Atlantic can have you in Washington, D.C. from London in 8h 25m. The distance from London to Washington, D.C. is about 3664 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 Lufthansa is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $556. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $563 and $566, respectively. These flights start at 20% 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 $334 on Virgin Atlantic. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Icelandair from $407 and Aer Lingus from $412 one-way.

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.

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).

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

While some choose either London Heathrow - Baltimore/Washington or London Stansted - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, London Heathrow - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl is the most popular route from London to Washington, D.C..

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

Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $465. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) can be booked for $425 on average, our data indicates $2,051 when flying 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: Air Canada (78%), Austrian Airlines (78%), Copa Airlines( 78%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London to Washington, D.C.?

When booking a flight from London to Washington, D.C., you may want to consider flying on British Airways, Lufthansa or Virgin Atlantic as they are the most popular for this route.

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Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on London-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for London-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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.

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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 September 22, 2026.

Thu 10/14:05 pm -

2 stops24h 40m

Tue 11/1712:35 pm -

2 stops14h 20m

Deal found 9/21

$554

Thu 10/13:50 pm -

Nonstop8h 25m

Thu 10/2210:05 pm -

Nonstop7h 35m

Deal found 9/22

$555

Tue 10/206:35 pm -

1 stop25h 50m

Tue 10/279:10 pm -

1 stop16h 40m

Deal found 9/21

$555

Tue 11/39:40 am -

1 stop13h 13m

Mon 11/96:45 pm -

1 stop10h 10m

Deal found 9/21

$555

Fri 11/62:00 pm -

Nonstop8h 40m

Sat 11/146:55 pm -

Nonstop7h 25m

Deal found 9/21

$556

Wed 11/49:00 am -

2 stops15h 58m

Tue 11/174:00 pm -

2 stops14h 20m

Deal found 9/21

$556

Thu 10/89:55 am -

1 stop10h 40m

Tue 10/1312:29 pm -

1 stop13h 46m

Deal found 9/22

$557

Thu 10/18:40 am -

1 stop11h 55m

Sat 10/1010:05 pm -

Nonstop7h 35m

Deal found 9/21

$558

Wed 9/3010:25 am -

1 stop14h 10m

Mon 10/56:15 pm -

1 stop10h 25m

Deal found 9/19

$558

Wed 11/49:00 am -

2 stops15h 58m

Mon 11/94:00 pm -

2 stops14h 20m

Deal found 9/18

$558

Thu 10/110:00 am -

1 stop10h 35m

Tue 10/65:30 pm -

1 stop9h 25m

Deal found 9/21

$558

Wed 10/76:15 am -

1 stop14h 50m

Mon 10/1210:05 pm -

Nonstop7h 35m

Deal found 9/20

$559

Best flights from London to Washington, D.C.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from London to Washington, D.C. that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 22, 2026.

Thu 10/89:55 am -

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1 stop13h 46m

Deal found 9/22

$557

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Deal found 9/18

$567

Mon 11/212:05 pm -

Nonstop8h 35m

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Nonstop7h 20m

Deal found 9/18

$575

Sat 10/103:50 pm -

Nonstop8h 25m

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1 stop13h 50m

Deal found 9/21

$576

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Nonstop8h 40m

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Nonstop7h 25m

Deal found 9/20

$576

Tue 11/31:10 pm -

1 stop11h 05m

Mon 11/92:56 pm -

1 stop9h 54m

Deal found 9/21

$581

Fri 10/306:00 am -

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1 stop31h 26m

Deal found 9/20

$633

Wed 11/2510:20 am -

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Deal found 9/18

$633

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1 stop11h 35m

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1 stop10h 15m

Deal found 9/17

$664

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1 stop11h 25m

Deal found 9/20

$676

Thu 10/1512:30 pm -

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Deal found 9/21

$726

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Deal found 9/21

$986

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Deal found 9/20

$571

Wed 12/212:05 pm -

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Deal found 9/17

$575

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Nonstop7h 25m

Deal found 9/21

$576

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1 stop11h 23m

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Deal found 9/18

$581

Sat 12/124:20 pm -

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Nonstop7h 20m

Deal found 9/20

$577

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Deal found 9/17

$581

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1 stop10h 45m

Deal found 9/18

$581

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Deal found 9/20

$640

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Deal found 9/20

$598

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Deal found 9/21

$669

Wed 12/210:40 am -

1 stop14h 50m

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2 stops41h 05m

Deal found 9/21

$689

Thu 10/2212:15 pm -

Nonstop8h 15m

Thu 10/291:15 pm -

1 stop12h 40m

Deal found 9/17

$578

Thu 10/153:50 pm -

1 stop12h 05m

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Deal found 9/19

$581

Mon 11/2310:35 pm -

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2 stops21h 30m

Deal found 9/17

$641

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Deal found 9/21

$584

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Deal found 9/21

$724

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Deal found 9/18

$674

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2 stops28h 15m

Wed 10/2811:30 pm -

1 stop30h 20m

Deal found 9/21

$700

Last-minute flights from London to Washington, D.C.
Discover last-minute flight deals from London to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated September 22, 2026 and is based on user searches.

Fri 9/254:20 pm -

1 stop11h 39m

Sat 10/1012:27 pm -

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Deal found 9/18

$559

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1 stop10h 25m

Deal found 9/19

$558

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Tue 11/1712:35 pm -

2 stops14h 20m

Deal found 9/21

$554

Thu 10/13:50 pm -

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Thu 10/2210:05 pm -

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Deal found 9/22

$555

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1 stop11h 55m

Sat 10/1010:05 pm -

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Deal found 9/21

$558

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1 stop9h 25m

Deal found 9/21

$558

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1 stop10h 35m

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1 stop9h 25m

Deal found 9/22

$559

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1 stop14h 50m

Mon 10/1210:05 pm -

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Deal found 9/20

$559

Thu 10/83:50 pm -

Nonstop8h 25m

Sun 10/1110:05 pm -

Nonstop7h 35m

Deal found 9/21

$556

Thu 10/89:55 am -

1 stop10h 40m

Tue 10/1312:29 pm -

1 stop13h 46m

Deal found 9/22

$557

Tue 10/206:35 pm -

1 stop25h 50m

Tue 10/279:10 pm -

1 stop16h 40m

Deal found 9/21

$555

Fri 10/309:00 am -

1 stop13h 00m

Wed 11/48:10 pm -

1 stop16h 40m

Deal found 9/21

$559

One-way flights from London to Washington, D.C.
Search for one-way flight options from London to Washington, D.C.. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 22, 2026.

Sun 12/138:35 pm -

1 stop27h 05m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/17

$386

Wed 3/1712:15 pm -

1 stop11h 25m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/18

$388

Wed 11/1112:15 pm -

1 stop11h 25m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/20

$389

Wed 11/1811:55 am -

1 stop11h 45m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/20

$389

Tue 11/1012:15 pm -

1 stop11h 25m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/20

$390

Sun 11/88:35 pm -

1 stop27h 05m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/19

$391

Mon 11/2311:55 am -

1 stop11h 45m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/18

$391

Tue 1/1912:15 pm -

1 stop11h 25m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/17

$392

Wed 1/2011:55 am -

1 stop11h 45m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/17

$392

Mon 11/168:35 pm -

1 stop27h 05m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/18

$394

Sun 1/108:35 pm -

1 stop27h 05m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/17

$395

Mon 2/158:35 pm -

1 stop27h 05m

Wed 12/3112:00 am -

Nonstop0h 00m

Deal found 9/18

$396

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

Most accurate provider	FlightHub 3 stars
Most trusted provider	FlightHub 3 stars
Round-trip from	$554 (Flightcatchers)
One-way from	$386 (oojo)
Popular in	June
Cheapest in	February
Average price	$653
Good round-trip deal	$582 or less
Good one-way deal	$528 or less

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($70 potential increase over avg. RT price).

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LondonBaltimore

LGW London Gatwick - BWI Baltimore/Washington

LGWBWI

London Gatwick

Sun 11/1

12:35 pm-8:17 am

1 stop24h 42m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$401

LondonBaltimore

STN London Stansted - BWI Baltimore/Washington

STNBWI

London Stansted

Tue 10/27

6:20 am-10:24 am

3 stops56h 04m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$454

LondonBaltimore

STN London Stansted - BWI Baltimore/Washington

STNBWI

London Stansted

Mon 1/11

7:40 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops28h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$466

LondonBaltimore

STN London Stansted - BWI Baltimore/Washington

STNBWI

London Stansted

Mon 11/30

6:35 am-6:40 pm

2 stops17h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$466

LondonBaltimore

LGW London Gatwick - BWI Baltimore/Washington

LGWBWI

London Gatwick

Wed 10/28

9:50 am-8:17 am

1 stop26h 27m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$468

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR London Heathrow - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LHRDCA

London Heathrow

Mon 11/9

10:35 am-5:19 pm

1 stop11h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$480

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR London Heathrow - DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

LHRDCA

London Heathrow

Tue 11/10

10:35 am-5:19 pm

1 stop11h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$480

LondonBaltimore

LHR London Heathrow - BWI Baltimore/Washington

LHRBWI

London Heathrow

Sat 11/21

7:30 am-12:20 am

2 stops21h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$480

LondonBaltimore

LHR London Heathrow - BWI Baltimore/Washington

LHRBWI

London Heathrow

Sun 11/22

6:30 am-5:53 pm

2 stops16h 23m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$481

LondonWashington, D.C.

LGW London Gatwick - IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

LGWIAD

London Gatwick

Thu 11/12

7:40 pm-4:20 pm

1 stop25h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

12:00 am-6:00 am

Nonstop0h 00m

$482

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Compare providers for flights from London to Washington, D.C.

Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from London to Washington, D.C. in September.

Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
eDreams	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Cheapflightsfares	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*1 star
AranGrant	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
oojo	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on London-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on London-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from London-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on London-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for London-Washington, D.C. flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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LHR-IAD

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Washington, D.C. (average of $642). Flying from London to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $773). 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?

When flying from London to Washington, D.C., the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

The most flights from LON to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

London to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $588 and $784 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $554 on Virgin Atlantic (Oct 1-Nov 17).

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

Dublin (DUB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 43% 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.?

Reykjavik (KEF) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $446.

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

Flights via Dublin (DUB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 11h 05m.

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

Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 38m.

How often are flights from London to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between London and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for London to Washington, D.C. flights?

Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 81 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.

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Gabriel Leigh

Expert on British Airways

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Expert on United Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Expert on LHR and IAD

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to Washington, D.C., such as United Airlines,Virgin Atlantic, andIcelandair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,223 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,223 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,223 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Virgin Atlantic

7.4

Good

694 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,223 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Icelandair

6.9

Okay

747 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,223 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

Lufthansa

6.8

Okay

8,238 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,223 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

British Airways

6.7

Okay

8,226 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

10,223 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Dane,Jan 2026

TYS - IAD

It was a short flight, so no time for amenities. Just glad everything was quick and easy from boarding to arriving at my destination with my family

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For as low as $576, Virgin Atlantic can have you in Washington, D.C. from London in 8h 25m. The distance from London to Washington, D.C. is about 3664 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.
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Flying on Lufthansa is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at $556. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at $563 and $566, respectively. These flights start at 20% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
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One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $334 on Virgin Atlantic. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Icelandair from $407 and Aer Lingus from $412 one-way.
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While some choose either London Heathrow - Baltimore/Washington or London Stansted - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, London Heathrow - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl is the most popular route from London to Washington, D.C..
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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Icelandair	Cheapest$535	Average$624	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
Lufthansa	Cheapest$556	Average$740	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%
United Airlines	Cheapest$563	Average$818	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
British Airways	Cheapest$566	Average$741	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%
Austrian Airlines	Cheapest$567	Average$743	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%
American Airlines	Cheapest$568	Average$839	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Virgin Atlantic	Cheapest$581	Average$757	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%
Delta	Cheapest$581	Average$872	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Air France	Cheapest$582	Average$730	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%
Aer Lingus	Cheapest$658	Average$783	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

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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 September 22, 2026.

When flying from London to Washington, D.C., the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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The most flights from LON to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

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Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

London to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $588 and $784 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $554 on Virgin Atlantic (Oct 1-Nov 17).

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Reykjavik (KEF) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $446.

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Flights via Dublin (DUB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 11h 05m.

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Flights via Reykjavik (KEF) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 38m.

How often are flights from London to Washington, D.C. delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between London and Washington, D.C. have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 minutes.

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Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to Washington, D.C. flights?

Over the last year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 10% of flights being delayed.

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 81 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.

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London to Washington, D.C. flights typically cost between $588 and $784 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $554 on Virgin Atlantic (Oct 1-Nov 17).