Best One-Way Price | £185 |
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Best Round-Trip Price | £287 |
Fastest flight time | 14h 32m |
Operated By | 1 airline |
CHEAPEST ROUTE FROM London TO Washington, D.C.
London Stansted Airport (STN) to Baltimore (BWI)
Typically, flights to Washington, D.C. from London are cheaper when flying from London Stansted to Baltimore/Washington, which has an average price of £371
CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO WASHINGTON, D.C. FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT | February | 18% cheaper | Flying from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. costs on average just £468 in February |
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO WASHINGTON, D.C. FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT | August | 24% more expensive | It costs about £701 for flights to Washington, D.C. from London Heathrow Airport in August |
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO WASHINGTON, D.C. FROM LONDON HEATHROW AIRPORT | August | 200% more users visited | More momondo users searched in flights to Washington, D.C. from London Heathrow Airport in August than any other month |
Direct flights to Washington, DC, USA, take between 8 and 9 hours, depending on the airline you choose. Most of the flight services from UK airports are one stop journeys. From London, there is a plethora of one-stop departures offered by a number of airlines, which typically last between 11 and 12 hours. This duration also holds true for flights from origin points further north, like Edinburgh, and for departures from airports in Northern Ireland.
The only direct flights from the UK to Washington, DC, currently available are out of Heathrow Airport (LHR). At least four airlines: British Airways, Finnair, Austrian Airlines and US carrier United Airlines offer direct journeys to Dulles International Airport (IAD), Washington, DC. A few others provide one-stop service to the US capital from the UK capital. Virgin Atlantic has service with connections at Amsterdam from London Heathrow and London City Airport (LCY), while KLM provides service from London City Airport via Amsterdam. Washington, DC, flight deals with United Airlines and Air Canada see connections in Toronto, though most of United’s service involves stopovers in Frankfurt. Flights from Edinburgh Turnhouse Airport (EDI) require stops at two key cities. Passengers aboard American Airlines, British Airways and Finnair stopover at London Heathrow, but those travelling with Virgin Atlantic and KLM will experience connections at Amsterdam. A few airlines with one-stop departures from Belfast City Airport (BHD) also use London Heathrow for stopovers. These include American Airlines, British Airways, Virgin Atlantic and Finnair.
The best time to plan to fly to Washington, D.C. to go sightseeing would be when the temperature is not unbearable and the chance of rain is only moderate. Considering those guidelines, May seem like the best times of year to plan your visit.
Finding an alternative and possibly cheaper destination airport near Washington, D.C. is possible. If you are planning a flight to Washington, D.C., consider booking flights to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (22 mi from Washington, D.C. city centre) or Baltimore/Washington Airport (27 mi from Washington, D.C. city centre).
Prices vary based on where travellers are departing from, but on average, the cheapest airport to fly to in Washington, D.C. is Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport where the average price is £367. Users typically find the best prices when using momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.
Yes, you can get a flight to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl airport in Washington, D.C. (23.3 mi from The Mall - East End).
The closest airport to Union Station is Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, 24.0 mi away.
Prices for flights to Washington, D.C. are refreshed on a daily basis.
There are 34 operators available for flights to Washington, D.C. as of March 2024.
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel to Washington, D.C..
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Washington, D.C. can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Washington, D.C.. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
UK citizens need a valid passport and a US ESTA to visit Washington, DC, USA. This allows you entry for a period up to 90 days and can be processed online, usually in about an hour; the fees are approximately $14.00 (£10.50). If you hold an EU or other passport, you should check online for visa requirements.
Washington, DC, is the seat of the US government, with prominent federal buildings, museums, monuments and other world-famous sights, making it a huge attraction for tourists each year. Many of the city’s most iconic landmarks are located around the National Mall, including the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument, the Smithsonian Museum, the National Air and Space Museum, the United States Capitol Building and the White House. Dupont Circle may be a haven for traffic and pedestrians, but you can always experience a quiet moment at the Reflecting Pool. The city is also a huge sports magnet, with professional teams in American football, basketball, soccer, baseball and ice hockey.
Finding the right flight to Washington, D.C. is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. These options can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to Washington, D.C. quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Washington, D.C. with this policy.
Once all potential Washington, D.C. flight options are in front of you momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times, amongst many other options.
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