Dulles to London (IAD–BQH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Dulles to London
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2 Flights/wk 3,691 mi 4h 58m nonstop +5h ahead 9 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between IAD and BQH, connecting options are available through 9 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for IAD to BQH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
9
Hubs
~8h
Fastest
~16h
Longest
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Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+5h
London is 5 hours ahead of Dulles.
IAD: EDT · BQH: BST

When it's 6:00 PM in Dulles, it's 11:00 PM in London.
Distance & Flight Time
3,691 mi / 5,939 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 58m to 6h 26m.
Visa & Entry

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.

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Getting to IAD

WMATA Silver Line Metro now reaches Dulles directly; take Silver Line to Washington Dulles Airport station (about 65 min from Metro Center, ~$7). The connection opened in late 2022.Ride-shares from downtown DC run $35–60 and take 35–50 minutes via I-66 (longer during peak hours). Washington Flyer coach to Wiehle-Reston East Metro costs $6. The airport is 27 miles from downtown; taxis are expensive ($60–80).

Facts

IAD–BQH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dulles to London route.
Route details
Distance3,691 mi / 5,939 km
Flight time4h 58m to 6h 26m
Time difference+5 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights2 out / 1 return
1-stop connections9 hubs
Origin: IAD
Full nameWashington Dulles International Airport
IATA / ICAOIAD / KIAD
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr26.0M
Elevation312 ft / 95 m
Destination: BQH
Full nameLondon Biggin Hill Airport
IATA / ICAOBQH / EGKB
TimezoneEurope/London
Elevation598 ft / 182 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about IAD to BQH flights.
Nonstop flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to London Biggin Hill Airport take approximately 4h 58m to 6h 26m. The route covers 3,691 miles.
There are approximately 2 nonstop flights per week from IAD to BQH. The return direction has about 1 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through BGR, EWR, YYZ, YHZ, JFK, NAS, BDL, SJO and SJC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
London is 5 hours ahead of Dulles.
Yes, return flights from BQH to IAD are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from IAD to BQH

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and London Biggin Hill Airport (BQH) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

IAD to BQH Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from IAD to BQH ranges from 4 hours 58 minutes to 6 hours 26 minutes. The route covers a distance of 3,691 miles (5,939 km). There are approximately 2 weekly flights outbound and 1 return, totaling 3 flights per week in both directions.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

9 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 8 hours via BGR.