Baltimore to London (BWI–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
BWI–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. British Airways and Virgin Atlantic lead the route. The flight covers 3,625 miles in approximately 7h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways Also: AY, EI, IB | 13 | 772 | 5h50-7h20 | Oneworld | AY, EI, IB | |
| VS Virgin Atlantic | 0 | – | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach London from Baltimore
| Metric | BWI→LHR | IAD→LHR | PHL→LHR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from BWI | – | 45 mi | 90 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 9 | 6 |
| Weekly flights | 34 | 126 | 101 |
| Flight time | 7h 20m | 7h 25m | 7h |
| Departure OTP | 57% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
BWI: EDT · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Baltimore, it's 11:00 PM in London.
US citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel, applied for online. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is valid for multiple entries over 2 years. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
Declare goods over GBP 390 in value. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
BWI–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from BWI to LHR
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways and Virgin Atlantic. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
BWI to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from BWI to LHR is about 7 hours 20 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 3,625 miles (5,834 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 62 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Boston Logan, Pittsburgh and Keflavik. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Dulles (IAD) and Philadelphia (PHL).