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Flights to Washington DC
We can fly you to the capital of US politics, Washington with direct, daily flights from London Heathrow to Washington Dulles.
Flights available now, with the flexibility to change if you need to.
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We fly direct to Washington (IAD) from London Heathrow (LHR) -
Our flights to Washington run daily throughout the year -
The flight time from London is around 8 hours 30 minutes
Take in the Washington Monument, wonder at the White House and Capitol Hill, explore the Library of Congress and discover the epic Smithsonian museums. Although at the end of the day we love to balance out all that history in a fantastic craft beer bar or tucking into some of the country’s most exciting food.
Flying the whole family to the Evergreen State? Keep the kids happy onboard with special children’s meals, and a handy child-safe ‘kids’ mode for our entertainment system.
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Discover Washington DC
Celebrate spring DC style
In late March and early April, the city is the setting for the National Cherry Blossom Festival, a fortnight of performances, exhibitions and events among a sea of flowers. Thrifty travellers can enjoy plenty more free activities in the city.
A real treasure trove
The National Museum of American History, known to locals as 'America's attic', houses hidden treasures as diverse as Dorothy's ruby red slippers and the original Star Spangled Banner. When you're done, check out some more history in DC.
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Celebrity pandas
The National Zoological Park is fantastic – and free. Giant pandas Mei Xiang and Tian Tian are the zoo's most famous residents, but there are 2,000 other animals to meet, too. We've got plenty of tips about Washington's hidden side on our blog.
Check out the view
For an alternative view of the city, visitors in the know skip the Washington Monument and head to one of these rooftop bars. Head to our blog for the inside scoop on the city's late night culture.
Take a moment
The Vietnam Veterans Memorial will be a poignant part of your visit. Pay your respects and share stories with the countless relatives who come here to remember.
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Local information
Airport guide
Before you set off, take a look at our Washington Dulles International Airport guide.
Electricity
The electricity supply is 120 volts in Washington DC. Standard British plugs will need an adapter.
Visa information
Visit our dedicated US visa page, where you'll find lots of useful information on the travel documents you'll need.
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Local currency
The currency in Washington DC is the US Dollar (USD).
Local transport
Washington has a good metro and bus system, but it's also one of the easiest cities to walk around in the US.
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Why you’ll love flying with Virgin Atlantic
Inflight dining
Eating and drinking on our flights is a kind of a big deal. We spend a lot of time, thought and effort creating our award winning meal service, with a painstakingly curated drinks menu to perfectly accompany it.
Inflight entertainment
Settle in to your journey with the latest movies, the hottest TV shows, a huge library of music and an amazing selection of fun games. With this much to choose from, you'll be having fun all the way to your destination.
Flying club miles
We reward your adventures with Flying Club miles. Whether you're taking off, doing the weekly shop or splashing out on an exclusive stay, miles make it all more rewarding.