London to Baltimore flights

British Airways operates the only direct London to Baltimore flights, from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Maryland's East Coast hub. Fares currently start from £326, the lowest price based on purchases made on Opodo in recent days.

Direct flights are the quickest option, but you can often find lower fares by choosing connecting flights through Reykjavik, Toronto or Frankfurt.

When departing for Baltimore/Washington International (BWI), your flight will likely leave from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) Terminal 5 if flying direct with British Airways. The airport is also served by London Gatwick (LGW) and London Stansted (STN) for various connecting services. Heathrow is accessible via the Heathrow Express from Paddington Station in 15 minutes, or the Piccadilly Line, which runs from approximately 5:00 AM to midnight with additional Night Tube services on select days.

Travellers using Gatwick can reach the North or South Terminal via the Gatwick Express from Victoria Station in 30 minutes. Stansted, located 40 miles north-east of the capital, is served by the Stansted Express from Liverpool Street Station. Each hub offers extensive facilities including duty-free shopping, executive lounges, and free Wi-Fi to use before your flights from London to Baltimore.

Flights land at Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI), 10 miles south-west of the city centre. To reach downtown, take the MTA Light Rail from the lower level of the terminal; the journey takes roughly 25 minutes. Alternatively, bus services 75 and 107 link the airport to the wider city rail network.

Taxis wait outside the baggage reclaim area and reach the centre in 35 minutes, while private hire vehicles use designated terminal pick-up zones. The airport also houses an observation gallery and a meditation room.

Entry requirements for Baltimore

British citizens visiting for up to 90 days usually require an ESTA. Passports must be valid for the duration of the stay. Apply at least 72 hours before departure to avoid border delays, where biometric checks are standard.

Baltimore's maritime history and cultural sites are concentrated around the Inner Harbor. Explore the ocean at the National Aquarium or visit Fort McHenry, the birthplace of the national anthem. For local food, head to Lexington Market to try Maryland crab cakes, or see the waterfront views from Federal Hill Park.

Sports fans can catch a Baltimore Orioles baseball game at Camden Yards. The city's districts range from the historic cobblestones of Fells Point to a vibrant arts scene.