DCA to LHR Route Guide
Washington D.C., United States → London, United Kingdom
Quick answer
KDCA (Washington D.C., United States) to EGLL (London, United Kingdom) is a 3,175 NM (5,880 km / 3,654 mi) great-circle route with an initial bearing of 49° (NE). Typical cruise altitude FL380, expected flight time 7h 10m, common aircraft: Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR.
Distance
3,175 NM
5,880 km / 3,654 mi
Initial Bearing
49° (NE)
True heading at departure
Typical Cruise
FL380
38,000 ft
Block Time
7h 10m
Typical jet, no wind correction
Fuel Estimate
11,025 kg
Single-aisle equivalent + reserve
Departure Elevation
15 ft
KDCA
Arrival Elevation
83 ft
EGLL
What aircraft fly this route?
For a 3,175 NM mission, operators typically deploy:
- Boeing 757-200
- Boeing 737 MAX 8
- Airbus A321XLR
- Airbus A330-300
Weather considerations
Pilots flying DCA-LHR should brief METARs and TAFs at both ends, plus any en-route SIGMETs. On this long-range mission, plan for an alternate within fuel reserves and review oceanic / NAT track procedures if applicable.
Frequently asked questions
What is the distance between DCA and LHR?
3,175 nautical miles (5,880 km / 3,654 statute miles) great-circle.
How long is the flight from Washington D.C. to London?
Approximately 7h 10m block-to-block for a typical commercial jet, depending on aircraft type and winds.
What aircraft typically fly DCA-LHR?
Common types include Boeing 757-200, Boeing 737 MAX 8, Airbus A321XLR, Airbus A330-300 depending on operator and demand.
What altitude do flights cruise at?
Most flights at this distance cruise around FL380 (38,000 ft), though winds and traffic affect filed altitude.
What initial heading is the route?
49° true (NE). Track varies along the route due to great-circle curvature.
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