Award flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Washington National (DCA)
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In the last 30 days AwardTool saw award space on 13 programs for LHR→DCA. Lowest economy: 13,600 miles (GOL Smiles). Lowest business class: 57,500 miles + $382.39 (American Airlines AAdvantage). Lowest first class: 85,000 miles + $1,119.49 (American Airlines AAdvantage).
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Page regenerated from the Oct 19, 2026 data snapshot (normally daily). Summary last changed . Seats change quickly.
London Heathrow (LHR) to Washington National (DCA) at a glance
- From
- London Heathrow Airport, London, United Kingdom (LHR)
- To
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport, Washington, D.C., United States (DCA)
- Programs with award space seen
- 13 of 13 programs tracked on this route
- Nonstop award space seen
- Yes, in economy, premium economy and business class, via Qantas Frequent Flyer
- Airlines seen on these awards
- American Airlines (AA), Air Canada (AC), Air France (AF), Alaska Airlines (AS), JetBlue (B6), British Airways (BA), Delta Air Lines (DL), Aer Lingus (EI), IBERIA (IB), KLM (KL), Lufthansa (LH), LOT Polish Airlines (LO) and 9 more
- Departures with open awards
- Oct 2026 to Sep 2027
- Most dates with space
- 119 of 120 departure dates checked (American Airlines AAdvantage, economy)
- Latest departure with space
- Observation window
- Awards observed in the last 30 days
- Destination guide
- Award flights to Washington National (DCA)
Compare programs by cabin
The lowest one-way award each program showed in each cabin, sorted by points.
Economy
| Program | Points + taxes | Stops | Airlines seen | Seats | Dates seen | Newest observation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GOL SmilesLowest observed | 13,600 pts + taxes not reported | 1 stop | American Airlines (AA), Air Canada (AC), Air France (AF), British Airways (BA) +5 more | 1 | 48 | See dates | |
| American Airlines AAdvantage | 21,000 pts + $235.13 | 1 stop | American Airlines (AA), British Airways (BA), Aer Lingus (EI), Air Tahiti Nui (TN) | — | 119 | See dates | |
| JetBlue TrueBlue | 21,500 pts + $229.97 | 1 stop | JetBlue (B6), United Airlines (UA) | 7 | 54 | See dates | |
| Alaska Atmos Rewards | 22,500 pts + $245.93 | 1 stop | American Airlines (AA), Alaska Airlines (AS), British Airways (BA) | 9+ | 41 | See dates | |
| Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | 22,500 pts + $501.03 | 1 stop | Delta Air Lines (DL) | 1 | 11 | See dates | |
| Air France/KLM Flying Blue | 24,500 pts + $276.18 | 1 stop | Delta Air Lines (DL), Virgin Atlantic (VS) | 9+ | 34 | See dates | |
| United MileagePlus | 28,000 pts + $225.93 | 1 stop | Air Canada (AC), JetBlue (B6), Aer Lingus (EI), Lufthansa (LH) +6 more | 9+ | 70 | See dates | |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 29,000 pts + $501.03 | 1 stopNonstop from 34,700 pts | American Airlines (AA), Alaska Airlines (AS), British Airways (BA), IBERIA (IB) +1 more | 1 | 60 | See dates | |
| Virgin Australia Velocity | 30,000 pts + $211.56 | 1 stop | United Airlines (UA) | 9+ | 22 | See dates | |
| Air Canada Aeroplan | 32,052 pts + $299.80 | 2 stops | Air Canada (AC), Lufthansa (LH), United Airlines (UA), Lufthansa City Airlines (VL) | 4 | 76 | See dates | |
| Avianca LifeMiles | 40,000 pts + $58.00 | 1 stop | Air Canada (AC), United Airlines (UA) | 9+ | 38 | See dates | |
| Delta SkyMiles | 41,000 pts + $229.70 | 1 stop | Air France (AF), Delta Air Lines (DL), KLM (KL), Virgin Atlantic (VS) | 9+ | 57 | See dates | |
| Etihad Guest | 45,000 pts + $253.99 | 1 stop | American Airlines (AA), Air Canada (AC), JetBlue (B6) | 6 | 16 | See dates |
Premium Economy
| Program | Points + taxes | Stops | Airlines seen | Seats | Dates seen | Newest observation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Atmos RewardsLowest observed | 30,000 pts + $438.49 | 1 stop | American Airlines (AA) | 9+ | 3 | See dates | |
| American Airlines AAdvantage | 40,000 pts + $382.29 | 2 stops | American Airlines (AA), British Airways (BA), Aer Lingus (EI), Air Tahiti Nui (TN) | — | 118 | See dates | |
| Air France/KLM Flying Blue | 41,903 pts + $616.03 | 1 stop | Delta Air Lines (DL), Virgin Atlantic (VS) | 5 | 13 | See dates | |
| United MileagePlus | 50,000 pts + $413.69 | 1 stop | Air Canada (AC), JetBlue (B6), Aer Lingus (EI), Lufthansa (LH) +5 more | 8 | 70 | See dates | |
| Air Canada Aeroplan | 57,646 pts + $459.40 | 1 stop | Air Canada (AC), Lufthansa (LH), United Airlines (UA), Lufthansa City Airlines (VL) | 2 | 75 | See dates | |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 67,400 pts + $1,046.37 | 1 stopNonstop from 70,800 pts | American Airlines (AA), British Airways (BA) | 1 | 47 | See dates | |
| Delta SkyMiles | 92,000 pts + $421.58 | 1 stop | Delta Air Lines (DL), KLM (KL) | 1 | 56 | See dates | |
| GOL Smiles | 489,000 pts + taxes not reported | 1 stop | American Airlines (AA) | 3 | 4 | See dates |
Not seen in premium economy: Avianca LifeMiles, JetBlue TrueBlue, Etihad Guest, Virgin Australia Velocity and Virgin Atlantic Flying Club.
Business Class
| Program | Points + taxes | Stops | Airlines seen | Seats | Dates seen | Newest observation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Atmos RewardsLowest, mixed cabin | 45,000 pts + $435.43Mixed cabin | 1 stop | American Airlines (AA) | 7 | 1 | See dates | |
| American Airlines AAdvantage | 57,500 pts + $382.39 | 2 stops | American Airlines (AA), British Airways (BA), Aer Lingus (EI) | — | 119 | See dates | |
| Air Canada Aeroplan | 80,000 pts + $483.80Mixed cabin | 1 stop | Air Canada (AC), Lufthansa (LH), United Airlines (UA), Lufthansa City Airlines (VL) | 3 | 77 | See dates | |
| United MileagePlus | 80,000 pts + $415.43Mixed cabin | 1 stop | Air Canada (AC), JetBlue (B6), Aer Lingus (EI), Lufthansa (LH) +7 more | 1 | 70 | See dates | |
| Etihad Guest | 80,000 pts + $450.33 | 1 stop | American Airlines (AA), JetBlue (B6) | 3 | 3 | See dates | |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 82,100 pts + $1,588.35 | 1 stopNonstop from 90,000 pts | American Airlines (AA), British Airways (BA) | 1 | 55 | See dates | |
| Air France/KLM Flying Blue | 83,500 pts + $734.69 | 1 stop | Delta Air Lines (DL), Virgin Atlantic (VS) | 4 | 3 | See dates | |
| JetBlue TrueBlue | 124,200 pts + $425.77Mixed cabin | 1 stop | JetBlue (B6) | 4 | 33 | See dates | |
| Delta SkyMiles | 265,000 pts + $426.04Mixed cabin | 1 stop | Delta Air Lines (DL) | 9+ | 5 | See dates |
Not seen in business class: Avianca LifeMiles, GOL Smiles, Virgin Australia Velocity and Virgin Atlantic Flying Club.
First Class
| Program | Points + taxes | Stops | Airlines seen | Seats | Dates seen | Newest observation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alaska Atmos RewardsLowest observed | 45,000 pts + $433.69 | 1 stop | American Airlines (AA) | 1 | 14 | See dates | |
| American Airlines AAdvantage | 85,000 pts + $1,119.49 | 1 stop | American Airlines (AA), British Airways (BA) | — | 24 | See dates | |
| Delta SkyMiles | 265,000 pts + $426.04 | 1 stop | Delta Air Lines (DL), KLM (KL), Virgin Atlantic (VS) | 9+ | 57 | See dates | |
| Air Canada Aeroplan | 371,316 pts + $492.10Mixed cabin | 2 stops | Air Canada (AC), United Airlines (UA) | 1 | 4 | See dates |
Not seen in first class: Avianca LifeMiles, JetBlue TrueBlue, Etihad Guest, GOL Smiles, Air France/KLM Flying Blue, Qantas Frequent Flyer, United MileagePlus, Virgin Australia Velocity and Virgin Atlantic Flying Club.
Not seen means AwardTool hasn't observed this cabin on this route in the last 30 days. It doesn't mean the airline has no seats. Dates seen counts departure dates with an open award in that cabin at any price; newest observation is the latest time AwardTool saw one of them. Seats is the count the program reported when we observed it; some programs report at most 9.
Observed award examples
| Departure | Cabin | Program | Points + taxes | Seats | Stops | Observed (UTC) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Economy | GOL Smiles | 13,600 pts + taxes not reported | 1 | 1 stop | Check this date | ||
| Premium Economy | American Airlines AAdvantage | 40,000 pts + $382.49 | — | 2 stops | Check this date | ||
| Business | Alaska Atmos Rewards | 45,000 pts + $435.43Mixed cabin | 7 | 1 stop | Check this date | ||
| Business | United MileagePlus | 80,000 pts + $415.43Mixed cabin | 1 | 1 stop | Check this date | ||
| Business | Qantas Frequent Flyer | 82,100 pts + $1,588.35 | 1 | 1 stop | Check this date | ||
| First | Alaska Atmos Rewards | 45,000 pts + $435.43 | 9+ | 1 stop | Check this date | ||
| First | Delta SkyMiles | 320,000 pts + $421.18 | 5 | 1 stop | Check this date | ||
| First | Air Canada Aeroplan | 371,316 pts + $492.10Mixed cabin | 1 | 2 stops | Check this date |
Prices are one-way per traveler: the program's points or miles plus taxes and carrier fees in USD, as AwardTool observed them in the observation window. Award space changes constantly. A seat we saw may be gone, and space we haven't seen may exist. Always confirm with a live search before transferring points; most transfers can't be reversed.
Nonstop award space
- Economy: nonstop from 34,700 points via Qantas Frequent Flyer, which showed nonstop space on 38 dates.
- Premium economy: nonstop from 70,800 points via Qantas Frequent Flyer, which showed nonstop space on 28 dates.
- Business class: nonstop from 90,000 points via Qantas Frequent Flyer, which showed nonstop space on 40 dates.
Best months to fly from London Heathrow (LHR) to Washington National (DCA) on points
| Month | Economy | Premium Economy | Business | First |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22,500 · Atmos (7 dates) | 40,000 · AAdvantage (10 dates) | 57,500 · AAdvantage (11 dates) | 85,000 · AAdvantage (10 dates) | |
| 13,600 · Smiles (7 dates) | 40,000 · AAdvantage (18 dates) | 57,500 · AAdvantage (18 dates) | 45,000 · Atmos (3 dates) | |
| 17,600 · Smiles (1 date) | 40,000 · AAdvantage (18 dates) | 45,000 · Atmos (1 date)Mixed cabin | 45,000 · Atmos (2 dates) | |
| 22,500 · AAdvantage (12 dates) | 40,000 · AAdvantage (12 dates) | 57,500 · AAdvantage (12 dates) | 45,000 · Atmos (1 date) | |
| 13,700 · Smiles (4 dates) | 30,000 · Atmos (1 date) | 57,500 · AAdvantage (9 dates) | 70,000 · Atmos (2 dates) | |
| 13,700 · Smiles (2 dates) | 40,000 · AAdvantage (12 dates) | 57,500 · AAdvantage (12 dates) | 290,000 · SkyMiles (2 dates) | |
| 21,000 · AAdvantage (9 dates) | 40,000 · AAdvantage (9 dates) | 57,500 · AAdvantage (9 dates) | 265,000 · SkyMiles (3 dates) | |
| 21,000 · AAdvantage (6 dates) | 40,000 · AAdvantage (6 dates) | 57,500 · AAdvantage (6 dates) | 335,000 · SkyMiles (2 dates) | |
| 13,700 · Smiles (3 dates) | 40,000 · AAdvantage (5 dates) | 57,500 · AAdvantage (5 dates) | 45,000 · Atmos (1 date) | |
| 21,000 · AAdvantage (14 dates) | 30,000 · Atmos (2 dates) | 57,500 · AAdvantage (14 dates) | 45,000 · Atmos (5 dates) | |
| 21,000 · AAdvantage (4 dates) | 40,000 · AAdvantage (4 dates) | 57,500 · AAdvantage (4 dates) | — | |
| 21,000 · AAdvantage (1 date) | 40,000 · AAdvantage (1 date) | 57,500 · AAdvantage (1 date) | — |
Points that transfer to these programs
| Program | Amex | Bilt | Capital One | Chase | Citi | Wells Fargo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Canada Aeroplan | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | — | — |
| Air France/KLM Flying Blue | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant |
| Alaska Atmos Rewards | — | 1:1 · ~1 day | — | — | — | — |
| American Airlines AAdvantage | — | — | — | — | 1:1 · Instant | — |
| Avianca LifeMiles | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | — | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant |
| Delta SkyMiles | 1:1 · Instant | — | — | — | — | — |
| Etihad Guest | — | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · ~1 day | — | 1:1 · Instant | — |
| JetBlue TrueBlue | 5:4 · Instant | — | 1:0.6 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer | 1:1 · Instant | — | 1:1 · ~1-2 days | — | 1:1 · Instant | — |
| United MileagePlus | — | 1:1 · Instant | — | 1:1 · Instant | — | — |
| Virgin Atlantic Flying Club | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant | 1:1 · Instant |
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Search London Heathrow (LHR) to Washington National (DCA)How many miles or points you need from London Heathrow (LHR) to Washington National (DCA)
- In economy, GOL Smiles had the lowest observed award, 13,600 miles (taxes not reported); see how many miles you need with GOL Smiles.
- In premium economy, Alaska Atmos Rewards had the lowest observed award, 30,000 points + $438.49; see how many points you need with Alaska Atmos Rewards.
- In business class, American Airlines AAdvantage had the lowest observed award, 57,500 miles + $382.39; see how many miles you need with American Airlines AAdvantage.
- In first class, American Airlines AAdvantage had the lowest observed award, 85,000 miles + $1,119.49; see how many miles you need with American Airlines AAdvantage.
Questions about award flights from London Heathrow (LHR) to Washington National (DCA)
What's the lowest London Heathrow (LHR) to Washington National (DCA) award price AwardTool has seen?
In economy, 13,600 miles with GOL Smiles. Seen Sep 24, 2026, 18:30 UTC for a Nov 13, 2026 departure. GOL Smiles showed economy award space on 48 departure dates at any price (newest observation Oct 18, 2026, 12:13 UTC). In business class, 57,500 miles + $382.39 with American Airlines AAdvantage. Seen Oct 16, 2026, 12:20 UTC for a Nov 13, 2026 departure. American Airlines AAdvantage showed business-class award space on 119 departure dates at any price (newest observation Oct 19, 2026, 00:41 UTC). Search live before transferring points.
Which loyalty programs had award space from London Heathrow (LHR) to Washington National (DCA)?
13 programs in the last 30 days: American Airlines AAdvantage (economy 119 dates, premium economy 118 dates, business class 119 dates, first class 24 dates); Air Canada Aeroplan (economy 76 dates, premium economy 75 dates, business class 77 dates, first class 4 dates); Alaska Atmos Rewards (economy 41 dates, premium economy 3 dates, business class 1 date, first class 14 dates); Avianca LifeMiles (economy 38 dates); JetBlue TrueBlue (economy 54 dates, business class 33 dates); Delta SkyMiles (economy 57 dates, premium economy 56 dates, business class 5 dates, first class 57 dates); Etihad Guest (economy 16 dates, business class 3 dates); GOL Smiles (economy 48 dates, premium economy 4 dates) and 5 more. Dates count departure dates with an open award.
Is there nonstop award space from London Heathrow (LHR) to Washington National (DCA)?
Yes. AwardTool observed nonstop award space in economy, premium economy and business class, bookable via Qantas Frequent Flyer. The lowest nonstop award in economy was 34,700 points with Qantas Frequent Flyer.
Which credit card points can book awards from London Heathrow (LHR) to Washington National (DCA)?
American Express Membership Rewards: Air Canada Aeroplan (1:1), Avianca LifeMiles (1:1), JetBlue TrueBlue (5:4), Delta SkyMiles (1:1), Air France/KLM Flying Blue (1:1), Qantas Frequent Flyer (1:1), Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (1:1). Bilt Rewards: Air Canada Aeroplan (1:1), Alaska Atmos Rewards (1:1), Avianca LifeMiles (1:1), Etihad Guest (1:1), Air France/KLM Flying Blue (1:1), United MileagePlus (1:1), Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (1:1). Capital One Miles: Air Canada Aeroplan (1:1), Avianca LifeMiles (1:1), JetBlue TrueBlue (1:0.6), Etihad Guest (1:1), Air France/KLM Flying Blue (1:1), Qantas Frequent Flyer (1:1), Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (1:1). Chase Ultimate Rewards: Air Canada Aeroplan (1:1), JetBlue TrueBlue (1:1), Air France/KLM Flying Blue (1:1), United MileagePlus (1:1), Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (1:1). Citi ThankYou Points: American Airlines AAdvantage (1:1), Avianca LifeMiles (1:1), JetBlue TrueBlue (1:1), Etihad Guest (1:1), Air France/KLM Flying Blue (1:1), Qantas Frequent Flyer (1:1), Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (1:1). Wells Fargo Rewards: Avianca LifeMiles (1:1), JetBlue TrueBlue (1:1), Air France/KLM Flying Blue (1:1), Virgin Atlantic Flying Club (1:1). Ratios come from AwardTool's transfer partner list; check current bonuses first.
Which months had the lowest award prices from London Heathrow (LHR) to Washington National (DCA)?
Counting only month prices from programs with award space on 2 or more dates that month, and leaving out unusually low outliers: in economy, the lowest award was for Nov 2026 departures, 13,600 miles with Smiles (7 dates); in business class, the lowest award was for Nov 2026 departures, 57,500 miles with AAdvantage (18 dates). The month table shows every lowest price, including those. Based on dates we observed, not a forecast.