Flights
Insights
FAQs

Virgin Atlantic flights from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. (LHR - WAS)

LHR — WAS
12 Apr — 19 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights users flying from London to Washington, D.C. on Virgin Atlantic typically fly into Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl and depart from London Heathrow. Select your dates above for pricing.

Virgin Atlantic flights from Heathrow to Washington, D.C. in 2026

Find detailed information about Virgin Atlantic flights from Heathrow to Washington, D.C.. Explore the options provided by Virgin Atlantic to plan your journey from Heathrow to Washington, D.C.. Data last updated 13 March 2026.

One-way from

£463

Return from

£439

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price (all airlines)

£506
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 9/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 16h 24m total
  • London to Washington, D.C.
Search Deals
Virgin Atlantic
  • Virgin Atlantic
  • 9/5-24/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 33h 25m total
  • London to Washington, D.C.
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights from London Heathrow to Washington, D.C.; 12% potential price increase.
Search Deals
Best time to find cheap flights from London Heathrow to Washington, D.C.; 1% potential price drop.
Search Deals
Average price for all London Heathrow to Washington, D.C. flights (one-way and round-trip).
Search Deals

  • How do most travelers feel about Virgin Atlantic?

    Virgin Atlantic has received a 7.5/10 rating from 680 Cheapflights user reviews. If you wish to plan your next trip from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. with Virgin Atlantic, enter your preferred travel dates above!

  • Can I get a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. on Virgin Atlantic for under £524?

    Cheapflights currently has 1 LHR-WAS flights for under £524. Flights to Washington, D.C. will vary based on many factors, like date and time. Click here to find the best price for your dates on Cheapflights.

Find Virgin Atlantic flight deals from Heathrow to Washington, D.C.

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest Virgin Atlantic flights from Heathrow to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable Virgin Atlantic flight options available from Heathrow to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares with prices last updated on 13 March 2026.

Fri 10/417:55
LHR
-
IAD
Nonstop8h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 1/522:55
IAD
-
LHR
Nonstop7h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 11/3£470
Thu 9/408:40
LHR
-
IAD
1 stop11h 55m
Virgin Atlantic
Thu 16/411:04
IAD
-
LHR
1 stop15h 06m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/3£473
Wed 8/409:55
LHR
-
IAD
1 stop10h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 15/411:04
IAD
-
LHR
1 stop15h 06m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/3£475

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. with Virgin Atlantic?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

Booking with Virgin Atlantic 21 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. with Virgin Atlantic?

Currently, the most affordable month to book a Virgin Atlantic flight from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. in September, with an average price of £390. Conversely, traveling with Virgin Atlantic from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. in April will be the most expensive, with an average cost of £481. Various factors influence flight prices, so comparing airlines, departure airports, and times can help reduce costs.

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).

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Heathrow with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Fly from Heathrow to Washington, D.C. on another airline

Consider alternative airlines that service the Washington, D.C. area. Flight routes are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 13 March 2026.
British Airways flights from London Heathrow to Washington, D.C.

See what others are saying about Virgin Atlantic

Read reviews and see what other travellers are saying about their experiences with Virgin Atlantic. Get insights from real passengers regarding the airline's services, customer satisfaction, and overall travel experience. Use these reviews to inform your decision when choosing Virgin Atlantic for your next flight. Reviews last updated 13 March 2026.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
680 reviews
Check prices
Overview

Entertainment

7.6

Food

6.9

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.2

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.