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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. from £272

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 5/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — WAS
22 May — 29 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to Washington, D.C. are usually found in February or January, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) 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 17 May 2025.

Round-trip from

£482

One-way from

£272

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£596

Good round-trip deal

£546 or less

Good one-way deal

£605 or less
Austrian Airlines
  • Austrian Airlines
  • 2/9-13/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 55h 44m total
  • London to Washington, D.C.
5/11
  • 5/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 05m total
  • London to Washington, D.C.
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (£51 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£10 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London Heathrow to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London Heathrow to Washington, D.C. (WAS).

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Tue 2/919:30LHR - IAD
1 stop24h 05mAustrian Airlines
Tue 9/917:16IAD - LHR
2 stops31h 39mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 16/5£482
Mon 26/521:25LHR - IAD
1 stop29h 45mIcelandair
Mon 9/620:30IAD - LHR
1 stop10h 25mIcelandair
Deal found 16/5£483
Sun 1/611:55LHR - DCA
1 stop16h 03mJetBlue
Sun 1/309:15DCA - LHR
1 stop15h 40mJetBlue
Deal found 16/5£483
Fri 12/906:50LHR - DCA
2 stops14h 01mAir Canada
Sun 21/916:35DCA - LHR
2 stops14h 15mAir Canada
Deal found 16/5£484
Sat 30/806:50LHR - IAD
2 stops14h 28mAir Canada
Sun 14/914:25IAD - LHR
2 stops14h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 16/5£486
Sun 12/1008:15LHR - DCA
1 stop15h 29mIcelandair
Sun 19/1017:15DCA - LHR
1 stop22h 30mIcelandair
Deal found 16/5£487
Thu 29/506:40LHR - IAD
1 stop18h 19mScandinavian Airlines
Wed 4/320:30IAD - LHR
1 stop16h 10mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 16/5£487
Sun 7/909:50LHR - IAD
1 stop11h 00mAer Lingus
Fri 12/920:25IAD - LHR
1 stop9h 50mAer Lingus
Deal found 16/5£490
Sun 24/809:00LHR - IAD
1 stop15h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Wed 10/915:00IAD - LHR
2 stops15h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 16/5£493
Wed 28/508:40LHR - IAD
1 stop11h 55mDelta
Sun 1/319:10IAD - LHR
Nonstop7h 30mDelta
Deal found 16/5£494
Sat 27/909:30LHR - DCA
1 stop11h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 29/913:00DCA - LHR
2 stops15h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/5£494
Thu 29/513:05LHR - BWI
1 stop11h 20mIcelandair
Sun 1/620:30BWI - LHR
1 stop18h 50mIcelandair
Deal found 15/5£494

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow 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 17 May 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Heathrow

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Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - IAD

LHRIAD

London Heathrow

Tue 27/5

21:25-19:20

1 stop26h 55m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 8/6

20:30-20:20

1 stop18h 50m

£482

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - DCA

LHRDCA

London Heathrow

Sun 1/6

11:55-22:58

1 stop16h 03m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/3

09:15-05:55

1 stop15h 40m

£483

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - DCA

LHRDCA

London Heathrow

Fri 12/9

06:50-15:51

2 stops14h 01m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 21/9

16:35-11:50

2 stops14h 15m

£484

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - DCA

LHRDCA

London Heathrow

Sun 12/10

08:15-18:44

1 stop15h 29m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 19/10

17:15-20:45

1 stop22h 30m

£487

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - IAD

LHRIAD

London Heathrow

Thu 29/5

06:40-19:59

1 stop18h 19m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/3

20:30-17:40

1 stop16h 10m

£487

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - IAD

LHRIAD

London Heathrow

Wed 28/5

06:30-15:35

1 stop14h 05m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 6/3

19:10-07:40

Nonstop7h 30m

£494

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - DCA

LHRDCA

London Heathrow

Sat 27/9

09:30-15:51

1 stop11h 21m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 29/9

13:00-09:35

2 stops15h 35m

£494

LondonBaltimore

LHR - BWI

LHRBWI

London Heathrow

Thu 5/6

07:25-21:21

2 stops18h 56m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 13/6

21:51-06:30

2 stops27h 39m

£496

LondonBaltimore

LHR - BWI

LHRBWI

London Heathrow

Sat 30/8

08:45-21:42

2 stops17h 57m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 14/9

18:40-11:45

1 stop12h 05m

£497

LondonWashington, D.C.

LHR - IAD

LHRIAD

London Heathrow

Sun 1/6

06:30-15:15

1 stop13h 45m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 21/6

18:35-06:55

Nonstop7h 20m

£502

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

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C.

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

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 16 May 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. is 71 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of £599). Flying from London Heathrow 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 LHR to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow 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 17 May 2025.

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C., the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 22% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

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

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow 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 17 May 2025.

The most flights from LHR to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (27 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 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 17 May 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and LOT from London to Washington, D.C. have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
8.0
Very Good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Austrian Airlines (£482), Icelandair (£483), and JetBlue (£483) offers the cheapest pricing from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C.. Austrian Airlines is currently priced 20% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is TAP AIR PORTUGAL, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £375. However, be on the lookout for offers from Aer Lingus and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

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

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

    Consider United Airlines (88%), Air Canada (84%) or Austrian Airlines (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C..

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay £1,253, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £408. The most popular route (London Heathrow - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), is priced around £391.

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

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

    Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, 3Olympia Theatre, and Button Factory are currently the most popular points of interest in Dublin at the moment. Those on a stopover in Dublin interested in visiting Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, 3Olympia Theatre, or Button Factory can do so by traveling 5.7 mi, 5.7 mi, and 5.7 mi, respectively from Dublin. Those looking to explore during their stopover in Dublin can hire a car from Dublin for about £22 per day.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of £599). Flying from London Heathrow 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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Top 10 airlines flying from Heathrow to Washington, D.C.

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DeltaCheapest£190Average£559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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PLAYCheapest£279Average£503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air FranceCheapest£296Average£615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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IcelandairCheapest£369Average£533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapest£385Average£722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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JetBlueCheapest£385Average£573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest£394Average£566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest£442Average£585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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FinnairCheapest£452Average£640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£464Average£672FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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