Flying from Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
Around 7 hours 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to London Heathrow Airport.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is five hours ahead of Washington DC.
Flights from BWI to LHR start at 20:30 — the first with British Airways. The last service of the day is at 21:30 with British Airways. Overall, there are seven weekly Baltimore Washington International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Make sure you're at the airport on time to board your BWI to LHR flight.
Be prepared for bigger queues in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
British Airways is your gateway to discovering London (and maybe even some other great parts of the United Kingdom!). Check out the direct flights from Baltimore Washington International Airport to London Heathrow Airport offered by this popular airline.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with British Airways on this route.
British Airways is a leader in on-time performance for BWI to LHR flights, with 82.69% of services landing on schedule.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Baltimore Washington International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Top stopovers between BWI and LHR include:
New York John F. Kennedy Airport
Boston Logan International Airport
Raleigh / Durham Airport
Handy information about Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI)
Of all flights departing from Baltimore Washington International Airport, 77% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Washington DC to Baltimore Washington International Airport is approximately 48 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 40 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 50 minutes.
Get your journey off to a relaxed start by staying near BWI. Whether you've booked an early flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to London Heathrow Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Reserve a hotel close to LHR if you have a late Baltimore Washington International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Travel at your own speed with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and chase adventure across London and beyond.
Reserving your ride from London Heathrow Airport around one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The quietest month for a flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to London Heathrow Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to visit London based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
Book your flight from Baltimore Washington International Airport to London Heathrow Airport for July if you want to go to London during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
January has average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from BWI to LHR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
London is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United Kingdom you'll want to see. About 257 kilometres north-west of London, a trip to Manchester will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading sights like Manchester United Museum & Stadium Tour, The Homes of Football and Museum of Science and Industry.
Around 161 kilometres north-west of London, Birmingham is another favourite stop in the United Kingdom. No visit is complete without checking out Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.