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Cheap flights from London to Washington, D.C. from £224

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 30/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — WAS
20 Apr — 27 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or September, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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 15 April 2025.

Round-trip from

£358

One-way from

£224

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£534

Good round-trip deal

£536 or less

Good one-way deal

£597 or less
PLAY
  • PLAY
  • 26/8-19/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 50m total
  • London to Washington, D.C.
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  • 30/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 10m total
  • London to Washington, D.C.
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 15 April 2025.

Tue 26/811:40STN - BWI
1 stop11h 00mPLAY
Fri 19/918:50BWI - STN
1 stop10h 50mPLAY
Deal found 15/4£358
Thu 1/507:55STN - BWI
2 stops14h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/518:50BWI - STN
2 stops16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4£362
Wed 30/415:35LGW - BWI
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/518:50BWI - LGW
2 stops16h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£369
Thu 24/408:45LTN - BWI
2 stops13h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 30/418:50BWI - LTN
2 stops15h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£380
Thu 27/1107:25LHR - BWI
1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1218:05BWI - LHR
2 stops18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£429
Sat 10/507:25LHR - IAD
1 stop12h 35mLufthansa
Sat 31/522:23IAD - LHR
1 stop17h 17mLufthansa
Deal found 15/4£444
Fri 7/1120:40LHR - BWI
1 stop26h 50mIcelandair
Tue 11/1119:30BWI - LHR
1 stop10h 20mIcelandair
Deal found 14/4£448
Thu 1/508:55LGW - IAD
2 stops15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/520:30IAD - LGW
2 stops15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/4£460
Wed 8/1008:15LHR - DCA
1 stop19h 44mIcelandair
Mon 13/1006:30DCA - LHR
1 stop9h 15mIcelandair
Deal found 15/4£460
Thu 6/1107:05LHR - IAD
2 stops15h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Sat 15/1120:30IAD - LHR
2 stops14h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 14/4£461
Tue 2/911:55LHR - DCA
1 stop16h 04mJetBlue
Thu 18/906:30DCA - LHR
1 stop9h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 14/4£462
Wed 18/612:10LGW - DCA
1 stop11h 49mIcelandair
Tue 24/606:30DCA - LGW
2 stops22h 05mIcelandair
Deal found 14/4£463

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Customise your flight search to find flights from London 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 15 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonBaltimore

STN - BWI

STNBWI

London Stansted

Tue 26/8

11:40-17:40

1 stop11h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 19/9

18:50-10:40

1 stop10h 50m

£358

LondonBaltimore

STN - BWI

STNBWI

London Stansted

Thu 1/5

07:55-17:40

2 stops14h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/5

18:50-16:15

2 stops16h 25m

£362

LondonBaltimore

LGW - BWI

LGWBWI

London Gatwick

Wed 30/4

15:35-17:40

2 stops31h 05m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/5

18:50-16:20

2 stops16h 30m

£369

LondonBaltimore

LTN - BWI

LTNBWI

London Luton

Thu 8/5

06:05-17:40

2 stops16h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 13/5

18:50-18:15

2 stops18h 25m

£393

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - IAD

LHRIAD

London Heathrow

Sat 10/5

07:25-15:00

1 stop12h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 31/5

22:23-20:40

1 stop17h 17m

£444

LondonBaltimore

LHR - BWI

LHRBWI

London Heathrow

Fri 2/5

21:25-19:25

1 stop27h 00m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 5/5

20:30-20:20

1 stop18h 50m

£451

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - DCA

LHRDCA

London Heathrow

Wed 8/10

08:15-22:59

1 stop19h 44m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 13/10

06:30-20:45

1 stop9h 15m

£460

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - DCA

LHRDCA

London Heathrow

Tue 2/9

11:55-22:59

1 stop16h 04m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 16/9

06:30-20:45

1 stop9h 15m

£462

LondonWashington, D.C.

LGW - DCA

LGWDCA

London Gatwick

Wed 18/6

12:10-18:59

1 stop11h 49m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 24/6

06:30-09:35

2 stops22h 05m

£463

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - IAD

LHRIAD

London Heathrow

Sat 26/4

13:05-14:50

1 stop30h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 27/4

17:30-12:20

1 stop13h 50m

£464

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

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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 return flight from London to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 11 April 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London to Washington, D.C.. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 £565). Flying from London to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £946). 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 15 April 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 23% 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 return from London to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 23 June 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings 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 15 April 2025.

The most flights from LON to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 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 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 15 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, KLM and Finnair from London to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,917 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
KLM
7.8
Good
1,323 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,269 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
775 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,578 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,917 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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

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

    According to our current data, PLAY (£358), Icelandair (£451), and JetBlue (£462) offers the cheapest pricing from London to Washington, D.C.. Users have found that PLAY is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for PLAY. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £227. Users have also found prices from £334 and £366 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL and WestJet, respectively.

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

    When deciding which route to take from London to Washington, D.C. consider London Heathrow - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl, London Heathrow - Baltimore/Washington or London Heathrow - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National as they are the most popular.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from London to Washington, D.C. on time: American Airlines (56%), Aer Lingus (56%), Finnair (56%).

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

    While on average a flight from London to Washington, D.C. is generally £862, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £492. When looking at the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay £419 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to Washington, D.C.?

    Most of the time, London to Washington, D.C. flights that have stopovers will stop in Reykjavik.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Reykjavik?

    If you're on a stopover in Reykjavik and looking for things to do, consider visiting National Cathedral, Hallgrímskirkja, or Harpa. Travelers on a layover in Reykjavik can visit National Cathedral, Hallgrímskirkja, and Harpa, by traveling 23.0 mi, 23.2 mi, and 23.3 mi, respectively after landing at Reykjavik Keflavik Intl. Travellers can book a car hire at Reykjavik Keflavik Intl for about £38 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to Washington, D.C. flights?

    Flights departing from London and landing in Washington, D.C. stopover in Dublin least frequently.

  • 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 holiday 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to Washington, D.C. (average of £565). Flying from London to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of £946). 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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PLAYCheapest£254Average£466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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IcelandairCheapest£354Average£541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest£358Average£603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£375Average£640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapest£389Average£729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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JetBlueCheapest£389Average£593FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£447Average£591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£449Average£620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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FinnairCheapest£458Average£641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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