Travelling from London International Airport (YXU) to Washington DC: what you need to know
Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as London (the location of London International Airport).
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your YXU to Washington DC flight.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.
Located around 10 kilometres from central London, YXU can be reached in about 20 minutes by car. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 55 minutes.
Searching for a hotel close to YXU? If you've booked an early flight from London International Airport to Washington DC, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights leaving London International Airport, 50.41% touch down on time at their destination.
How to find the cheapest flights from London International Airport (YXU) to Washington DC
ج.م. 12,882 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way London International Airport to Washington DC flight. A return ticket right now is ج.م. 23,526. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares may change.
To find cheap flights from YXU to Washington DC, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when tickets first go on sale.
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Airports in Washington DC
Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)
The distance from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It typically takes 45 minutes when travelling by public transport.
Book a hotel near DCA if you're coming in on a late flight from London International Airport to Washington DC. Choose one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Pick up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and discover Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are leading providers to choose from here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks before your flight from YXU to Washington DC.
DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is around 56 kilometres from central Washington DC. Following your flight from London International Airport to Washington DC, it'll take you around 50 minutes to get to the heart of the city in a ride-share or cab.
The trip will take about 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
You'll find some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near IAD. Settle in and get cosy after your YXU to Washington DC flight at any of these well-located options:
Forget about public transport schedules or slow-moving cab lines. Grab a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car and take your journey in whatever direction you like. Compare rates and availability from Dollar, Thrifty and Sixt.
Get the lowest price by reserving your ride from IAD one week in advance. You'll also have access to a bigger selection of vehicles.
The address for Washington Dulles International Airport is 1 Saarinen Circle.
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) is about 48 kilometres from the centre of Washington DC. It'll take you about 50 minutes to get to the city centre by car after your flight from London International Airport to Washington DC.
If you're travelling on public transport, the journey takes about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Book a hotel near BWI and get from baggage claim to bedtime in a flash. Whether you're arriving on a late YXU to Washington DC flight or just want a stress-free arrival, these stays put comfort right within reach:
Be in the driver's seat of the next chapter of your journey with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Dollar, Thrifty and Budget are some companies you can book with.
If you're searching for a specific make or model, book your ride from BWI about two weeks ahead of your flight from London International Airport to Washington DC. This gives you a better shot at getting the car you want, as well as a better price.
Best time to go to Washington DC
Carefully consider your travel dates before locking in your flight from London International Airport to Washington DC. The city buzzes in high season, but prices are generally higher and major attractions can be crowded. Go to Washington DC in the low season if you want a quieter vibe.
Lock in a London International Airport to Washington DC flight ticket with a departure in July if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from YXU to Washington DC in January when temperatures average between -6ºC and 10ºC.
More about Washington DC
Start your Washington DC trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from London International Airport to Washington DC, browse our selection of accommodation options including:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. The White House, White House Historical Association and National Mall are major attractions which should feature on any well-planned Washington DC itinerary.
Explore more of United States
New York is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, its best attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.
If you want to check out another major stop in United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are highlights.