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LHR–IAD · Nonstop
London (London Heathrow Airport) to Washington (Washington Dulles International Airport).
The estimated flight time from London (LHR) to Washington (IAD) is about 8h 9m, covering 3,667 miles. British Airways, United Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic fly the route nonstop with 5-6/day departures, from 12:15 to 17:55 local time.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~8h 9m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 3,667 mi | Nonstop | 5-6/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | International |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from London to Washington
British Airways, United Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic operate 5-6/day flights from LHR to IAD. Departures leave from Terminals 5 and 2 and 3 at LHR.
- First departure
- 12:15
- Last departure
- 17:55
- Cadence
- ~hourly
- Scheduled departure times
- 6
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| British Airways | 2-3/day | Boeing 777 · Terminal 5 · Seat map | 12:35 |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
IAD to LHR flights — 6-7/day on 3 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for LHR, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 39 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from London to Washington?
The estimated flight time from London (LHR) to Washington (IAD) is about 8h 9m, based on the 3,667-mile flying distance.
How far is London from Washington?
London (LHR) to Washington (IAD) is about 3,667 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from London to Washington?
Yes. British Airways, United Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic fly nonstop from London (LHR) to Washington (IAD), with 5-6/day departures.
Which airlines fly from London to Washington?
British Airways, United Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic fly nonstop from London (LHR) to Washington (IAD).
What aircraft fly from London to Washington?
The LHR–IAD route is flown with Airbus A330, Boeing 777, Boeing 787.
Route hubs
Nearby airport options
Near London
- LCY - LondonLondon City Airport · 22 mi from LHRFlights from LCY
- LGW - LondonLondon Gatwick Airport · 25 mi from LHRFlights from LGW
- LTN - LondonLondon Luton Airport · 28 mi from LHRFlights from LTN
Near Washington
- DCA - WashingtonRonald Reagan Washington Ntl Airport · 24 mi from IADFlights to DCA
- BWI - BaltimoreBaltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport · 45 mi from IADFlights to BWI
- RIC - RichmondRichmond International Airport · 100 mi from IADFlights to RIC