Question 1

Which is the best airline for flights from London to Washington, D.C., Austrian Airlines or Air France?

Accepted Answer

The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Washington, D.C. are Austrian Airlines and Air France. With an average price for the route of £500 and an overall rating of 7.5, Austrian Airlines is the most popular choice. Air France is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £644 and an overall rating of 7.5.

Question 2

How long does a flight from London to Washington, D.C. take?

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The duration of a direct flight to Washington, D.C. from London is typically 8h 00m. The journey crosses a distance of 3,662 miles.

Question 3

How many flights are there between London and Washington, D.C. per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are 7 direct flights that take off from London and land in Washington, D.C., with an average flight time of 8h 32m. The most common departure time is 16:00 and most flights take off in the afternoon. Each week, there are 49 flights and there are the same number of flights each day (7).

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Washington, D.C. was £285 for a one-way ticket and £407 for a return.

Question 5

Which airlines fly most frequently between London and Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

London and Washington, D.C. are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are British Airways (28 flights per week), United Airlines (14 flights per week), and Virgin Atlantic (7 flights per week).

Question 6

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

For London to Washington, D.C., Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Washington, D.C. back to London, the best deals are generally found on Tuesday, with Wednesday being the most expensive.

Question 7

Which airports will I be using when flying from London to Washington, D.C.?

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London is served by 2 major airports and there are 2 airports in Washington, D.C.. You will leave London from one of these airports: London Heathrow or London Stansted. You will be arriving in Washington, D.C. at one of these airports: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl.

Question 8

What’s the earliest departure time from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from London at 12:05 and will be landing in Washington, D.C. at 15:40.

Question 9

What’s the latest departure time from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from London to Washington, D.C. jets off at 17:05 and lands at 20:20.

Question 10

Which airlines fly direct between London and Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

There are 12 airlines that fly direct from London to Washington, D.C.. They are: Aer Lingus, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Delta, Finnair, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic. The cheapest price of all airlines flying this route was found with Virgin Atlantic at £332 for a return flight. On average, the best prices for this route can be found at Virgin Atlantic.

Question 11

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 777 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to Washington, D.C. flight route.

Question 12

Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between London and Washington, D.C., with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 13

On which days can I fly direct from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from London to Washington, D.C. on a daily basis.

Question 14

How do I travel to London airports?

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For those departing from Heathrow Airport, you can catch the Heathrow Express train from central London. This will take you only 15min. Alternatively, the Piccadilly Line on the Underground stops outside Terminals 2 & 3, Terminal 4 and Terminal 5. The Gatwick Express can take you to Gatwick Airport in 30min from Victoria Station, and those departing from Stansted Airport, can catch the Stansted Express from Tottenham Hale or Liverpool Street stations.

Question 15

How do I travel from Washington Airport into the city?

Accepted Answer

The Washington DC Metrorail Train System is connected to Reagan Airport with a station located on the concourse between Terminals B and C. Farecards can be found at all entrances to the station. On the other hand, the Dulles Airport is not directly connected to the Metrorail system, however the Silver Line Express bus service can connect you to the closest station, the Wiehle-Reston East Metro Station, for around $5 (£3.80).

Question 16

Are there any passenger lounges in London airports?

Accepted Answer

If you’d like to wait for your flight from London to Washington in comfort, you can find passenger lounges throughout Heathrow Airport. Plaza Premium Lounges are located at Terminal 2A, Terminal 3 ground floor, Terminal 4 near Gate 1 and at Terminal 5 next to Gate A7. These lounges can be accessed for £40 at the door. The Aspire Lounge & Spa at Terminal 5 has the added luxury of spa facilities and can be accessed for £35.

Question 17

Are there any hotels near Washington Airport?

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For those flying into Dulles Airport, you can find Washing Dulles Airport Marriott on the airport campus, within a 3min drive of the terminal. This hotel also offers an airport shuttle for added convenience. The Westin and Hyatt Regency Dulles are also within a 5min drive. 5min from Ronald Reagan Airport is Crystal City, which has a range of accommodation options, including the International Luxury Suites, the Hilton Garden Inn and the Crystal City Marriott.

Question 18

What visa do I need to fly from London to Washington DC?

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UK travellers must apply for an Electronic System for Travel Authorisation (ESTA) before they fly to the United States. An ESTA usually costs around US$ 20 (£18), and you can apply for it through the US State Department website. This will allow you to stay in the United States for up to 90 days. You must also have a valid UK passport when you travel to America.

Question 19

What parking is available at the Washington DC airports?

Accepted Answer

If you’re landing at Dulles International, you can meet your lift at the short-stay car park, inside Garages 1 and 2. You can reach the car parks via covered walkways or take a quick, free shuttle from Curb 2F at the terminals. A mobile phone car park is also available in the pick-up zone, where drivers can park for up to 1 hour for free. Meanwhile, passengers arriving at Ronald Reagan National Airport can reach the car park via the AirTrain service, which stops at all terminals and international parking garages.

Question 20

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from London to Washington, D.C. is February, where tickets cost £485 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £584 and £581 respectively.

Question 21

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Washington, D.C.?

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KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Washington, D.C..

Question 22

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Washington, D.C. from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

Question 23

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Washington, D.C. with an airline and back to London with another airline.

Question 24

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Washington, D.C. from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Question 25

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Amsterdam (AMS) offer the most affordable fares, with an average price of £323 for a return.

Question 26

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Reykjavik (KEF) is the top choice – 37% of KAYAK users who clicked on one-stop flights from London to Washington, D.C. picked an itinerary connecting there.

Question 27

Which stopover airport has the quickest connection when flying from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer a quick connection, Madrid (MAD) often has the shortest stopovers from London to Washington, D.C., with an average time of 1h 00m.

Question 28

Which stopover airport offers the shortest total travel time from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Consider flying via Newark (EWR) for the shortest journey. The average one-way travel time for flights connecting there is 10h 54m.

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

Weekly flights between London and Washington, D.C. historically see delays in approximately 16% of cases, with the average delay over the past year being 140 minutes.

Question 30

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

Accepted Answer

Based on our data, United Airlines have experienced the fewest delays on this route in the past 12 months, with only about 10% of their flights encountering any delays.

Question 31

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

Accepted Answer

Statistically, Saturday is the day of the week with the fewest delays on this flight route, while Thursday has typically experienced more delays than other days.

Question 32

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

Accepted Answer

Typically, flights leaving in the morning tend to face fewer delays, whereas flights in the evening have historically encountered delays more often.

Question 33

Which cabin class options are there for flights between London and Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 34

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

In the past 5 days, the cheapest return tickets from London to Washington, D.C. were found on Virgin Atlantic (£407) and SWISS (£407).

Question 35

What is the cheapest London to Washington, D.C. flight route?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest return flight from London to Washington, D.C. costs £402 on the route between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 5% cheaper than other London-Washington, D.C. routes. It is also the most popular route.

Question 36

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Washington, D.C., you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 31% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.

Question 37

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at £497 on average.

Question 38

How much is a return flight from London to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.Flights to Washington, D.C. from London usually cost between £452 and £596 in November.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £407 on Virgin Atlantic (18 Nov–2 Dec).

Question 39

What are the most popular airlines flying to Washington, D.C.?

Accepted Answer

The most popular airline among KAYAK users flying to Washington, D.C. is British Airways, followed by Virgin Atlantic and Lufthansa.

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