London to Washington flights
Direct and connecting flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from London to Washington take?
Flight time from London (LHR) to Washington (IAD) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from London to Washington?
Airline availability for LHR to IAD changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from London to Washington?
Direct (nonstop) availability on LHR to IAD varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- United Airlines5-yr attributed events: 58Last 90 days: none recorded
- Virgin Atlantic Airways5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- British Airways5-yr attributed events: 10Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| United Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| Virgin Atlantic Airways | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| British Airways | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
Planning LHR → IAD
LHR to IAD is a long-haul route of 5,902 km (3,667 mi). See the return IAD → LHR route.
Alternative airports near London: Northolt (NHT) — 10 km, Wycombe (HYC) — 29 km, Farnborough (FAB) — 31 km.
Alternative airports near Washington: Manassas (MNZ) — 25 km, Gaithersburg (GAI) — 35 km, Fort Belvoir (DAA) — 35 km.