Flights from Washington, D.C. to London
Washington, D.C. to London: distance and flight time
The nonstop distance from Washington, D.C. to London is about 3,668 miles (5,903 km). A direct flight takes roughly 8h; itineraries with a connection take longer depending on the layover.
About London
When you’re in central London, use the Tube “contactless” tap-in/tap-out and consider getting a Visitor Oyster/contactless for smoother travel—many attractions also offer discounted entry with nearby stations. If you hear a loud “cheer” at noon, it’s probably from the Queen’s Guard changing at Buckingham Palace, which happens daily in warmer months (check exact times).
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Price Overview
Flights from Washington, D.C. to London start from $296. Prices vary by date, airline, and how far in advance you book.
Best Time to Fly
The cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to London is typically January with average fares around $552.
| Month | From | Average |
|---|---|---|
| September | $337 | $1,409 |
| October | $342 | $645 |
| November | $697 | $1,309 |
| December | $339 | $1,616 |
| January | $296 | $552 |
| April | $683 | $1,281 |
| May | $909 | $1,306 |
Airlines
- JetBlue Airways — from $296
- Icelandair — from $311
- ITA Airways — from $365
- TAP Air Portugal — from $448
- Aer Lingus — from $456 (direct)
- Air Canada — from $482
- Virgin Atlantic — from $498 (direct)
- Lufthansa — from $506 (direct)
- United Airlines — from $516 (direct)
- Delta Air Lines — from $517 (direct)
- British Airways — from $530 (direct)
- American Airlines — from $534
- Iberia — from $537
- Turkish Airlines — from $620
- Finnair — from $674 (direct)
- Scandinavian Airlines — from $683
- KLM Royal Dutch Airlines — from $828
- Air France — from $828 (direct)
- Swiss International Air Lines — from $1,002
- EgyptAir — from $1,140
- Avianca — from $1,868
Direct Flights
Direct flights from Washington, D.C. to London are available.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How much are flights from Washington, D.C. to London?
- Fares start from $296. Prices shift significantly by departure date — comparing nearby dates is the fastest way to find the lowest fare.
- What airlines fly from Washington, D.C. to London?
- 21 airlines serve this route: JetBlue Airways, Icelandair, ITA Airways, TAP Air Portugal, Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Virgin Atlantic, Lufthansa, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, British Airways, American Airlines, Iberia, Turkish Airlines, Finnair, Scandinavian Airlines, KLM Royal Dutch Airlines, Air France, Swiss International Air Lines, EgyptAir, Avianca. JetBlue Airways currently has the lowest fares from $296.
- Are there direct flights from Washington, D.C. to London?
- Yes — non-stop flights are available on Aer Lingus, Virgin Atlantic, Lufthansa, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, British Airways, Finnair, Air France. Connecting itineraries are also available and sometimes cheaper.