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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to Washington, D.C. from £271

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — WAS
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) 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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£355

One-way from

£274

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

£575
4/3-11/3
  • 4/3-11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 00m total
  • London to Washington, D.C.
2/5
  • 2/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 20m total
  • London to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price (£145 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£20 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2025

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.

Thu 24/407:40LGW - BWI
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 28/418:50BWI - LGW
2 stops19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£354
Tue 9/912:10LGW - DCA
1 stop12h 42mJetBlue
Mon 6/1012:30DCA - LGW
1 stop16h 05mJetBlue
Deal found 20/2£415
Tue 22/415:40LGW - IAD
1 stop32h 40mIcelandair
Wed 30/420:30IAD - LGW
1 stop10h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 20/2£424
Fri 28/306:50LGW - IAD
2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Mon 31/322:20IAD - LGW
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/2£428
Tue 22/415:40LGW - BWI
1 stop32h 45mIcelandair
Wed 30/420:30BWI - LGW
1 stop10h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 20/2£429
Mon 10/316:35LGW - IAD
1 stop26h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 11/318:30IAD - LGW
1 stop17h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 20/2£509
Mon 17/318:45LGW - IAD
1 stop24h 45mSWISS
Sat 29/320:45IAD - LGW
1 stop16h 05mSWISS
Deal found 20/2£531
Mon 28/415:05LGW - BWI
2 stops33h 24mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/507:30BWI - LGW
2 stops19h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/2£536
Wed 30/415:05LGW - DCA
1 stop12h 24mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/517:49DCA - LGW
1 stop9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/2£543
Thu 19/616:40LGW - IAD
1 stop31h 25mRoyal Air Maroc
Tue 15/721:05IAD - LGW
1 stop13h 35mRoyal Air Maroc
Deal found 20/2£557
Wed 5/311:55LGW - DCA
2 stops33h 35mIcelandair
Tue 11/315:50DCA - LGW
2 stops15h 05mIcelandair
Deal found 19/2£575
Tue 11/306:00LGW - IAD
1 stop18h 30mTurkish Airlines
Fri 14/315:00IAD - LGW
1 stop20h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/2£604

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to Washington, D.C. that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonBaltimore

LGW - BWI

LGWBWI

London Gatwick

Thu 24/4

07:40-17:40

1 stop15h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 28/4

18:50-19:10

2 stops19h 20m

£354

LondonWashington, D.C.

LGW - IAD

LGWIAD

London Gatwick

Tue 22/4

15:40-19:20

1 stop32h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 30/4

20:30-11:45

1 stop10h 15m

£424

LondonWashington, D.C.

LGW - IAD

LGWIAD

London Gatwick

Fri 28/3

06:50-22:00

2 stops19h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 31/3

22:20-21:55

2 stops18h 35m

£428

LondonBaltimore

LGW - BWI

LGWBWI

London Gatwick

Tue 22/4

15:40-19:25

1 stop32h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 30/4

20:30-11:45

1 stop10h 15m

£429

LondonWashington, D.C.

LGW - DCA

LGWDCA

London Gatwick

Thu 19/6

12:10-18:59

1 stop11h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 15/7

18:45-09:35

1 stop9h 50m

£484

LondonWashington, D.C.

LGW - IAD

LGWIAD

London Gatwick

Wed 21/5

16:25-15:20

1 stop27h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 27/5

22:20-09:45

1 stop30h 25m

£507

LondonWashington, D.C.

LGW - IAD

LGWIAD

London Gatwick

Mon 17/3

18:45-15:30

1 stop24h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 29/3

20:45-16:50

1 stop16h 05m

£531

LondonBaltimore

LGW - BWI

LGWBWI

London Gatwick

Mon 28/4

15:05-19:29

2 stops33h 24m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 4/5

07:30-07:50

2 stops19h 20m

£536

LondonWashington, D.C.

LGW - DCA

LGWDCA

London Gatwick

Wed 30/4

15:05-22:29

1 stop12h 24m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 6/5

17:49-08:10

1 stop9h 21m

£543

LondonWashington, D.C.

LGW - IAD

LGWIAD

London Gatwick

Thu 19/6

16:40-19:05

1 stop31h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 15/7

21:05-15:40

1 stop13h 35m

£557

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

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Travel insights for flights from Gatwick to Washington, D.C.

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Gatwick to Washington, D.C. including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of £599). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £947). 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 LGW to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick 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 21 February 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from London Gatwick Airport to Washington, D.C. is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Gatwick Airport to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 66.0 - 102.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

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 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

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 21 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Air Transat and Finnair from London to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

8.0
Very Good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Flying on Icelandair is currently your cheapest option to Washington, D.C., with prices starting at £429. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by JetBlue and TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with the lowest prices starting at £454 and £509, respectively. These flights start at 27% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London Gatwick Airport to Washington, D.C. are Air Transat (£403), TAP AIR PORTUGAL (£463), and Icelandair (£482).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick 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 Gatwick Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of £599). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £947). 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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JetBlueCheapest£454Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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