Flights to Washington

A flight from London to Washington D.C. takes approximately eight hours.

Use our low fare finder to find the cheapest options as prices can change throughout the year. Summer is the most popular time to visit Washington D.C., so book flights in autumn or spring if you want to pay less for your flights, but still enjoy exploring the city and its sights in pleasant temperatures.

Whatever your budget, Washington D.C. is a great destination. The city’s Metro is efficient, clean and easy to use, plus it’s the fastest and cheapest way to explore the city. If you want to get your steps up, you can take the day and walk between monuments and museums – most which are free to visit – you’ll find them all in the city’s downtown area.

Washington D.C. is a vibrant city with a fascinating history, culture and food scene. From visiting the Smithsonian’s museums to taking a tour of the local distilleries and breweries and watching the Supreme Court in action between October and April, there’s history and culture around every corner.

We fly directly to Washington Dulles International Airport and Baltimore. You can reach the city’s downtown area from both airports in under 45 minutes using a number of public transport options, and taxis are available from the terminal buildings. You can buy tickets and travel passes at the airports so you can access the city’s public transport system during your stay.

You can book a hand baggage-only ticket or make the most of our generous baggage allowance. If you choose economy standard or one of our British Airways Holidays’ packages, each passenger can check in a bag weighing up to 23kg – in addition to a handbag, laptop case or other small bag. Families travelling in any cabin with younger children can also check in one car seat and one fully collapsible pushchair. Read more about baggage allowances for children.

If you’re flying in our business cabin, you can check in two bags weighing up to 32kg each. Read our baggage guide for full details.

Citizens of the UK and Ireland and EU passport holders do not need a visa to visit the USA. However, you will need an ESTA, which permits travel to the US for 90 days or less. If you hold a passport from a country or territory outside of the listed areas, you may need to apply for a visa before you travel. You can find out more about visa requirements for all the countries we fly to at the IATA Travel Centre.

Discover outstanding service from the moment you book. Fly with just hand baggage and you can carry two bags in the cabin free of charge. Choose our checked baggage option and you can travel with hand baggage and a 23kg bag checked into the hold, plus enjoy free seat selection 24 hours before you fly. On board you’ll find HEPA-filtered air, quality on-board catering, and a warm, uniquely British welcome.

Simply relax and let us take care of you, every step of the way.