Flying from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is four hours ahead of Washington DC.
Your DCA to LHR flight won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak time such as February? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Ronald Reagan National Airport to London Heathrow Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between DCA and LHR:
Logan International Airport
John F. Kennedy International Airport
Newark Liberty International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way Ronald Reagan National Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is $480. A return ticket is currently $979. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't wait until the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DCA to LHR if you book ahead. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Ronald Reagan National Airport to London Heathrow Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DCA to LHR.
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Handy information about Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The address for DCA is 1 Aviation Circle.
When it comes to Ronald Reagan National Airport's on-time performance, 76.44% of flights complete their journey on time.
Ronald Reagan National Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport takes about 45 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to DCA? If you're catching an early flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to London Heathrow Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider staying in a hotel near LHR if you're catching a late Ronald Reagan National Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Explore without limits with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and venture far and wide through London and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from London Heathrow Airport about one week before travelling.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is roughly 31 kilometres from central London. Driving there takes about 55 minutes.
Travelling to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to London Heathrow Airport is February, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Before locking in your flight from Ronald Reagan National Airport to London Heathrow Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in London, with the temperature ranging from 11ºC (52ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DCA to LHR around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United Kingdom
London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of United Kingdom just waiting to be discovered. Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Birmingham will keep you on the move. Start with leading attractions like Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another favourite destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without dropping by Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.