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Cheap flights from London to San Francisco from $825

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — SFO
17 Apr — 24 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London to San Francisco are usually found in February or November, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from London to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from London (LON) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

Round-trip from

$836

One-way from

$825

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,033

Good round-trip deal

$2,133 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 12/6-15/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 13m total
  • London to San Francisco
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • 1/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 45m total
  • London to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($396 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($54 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London (LON) to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from London to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from London to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 April 2025.

Thu 12/612:05LHR - SFO
2 stops27h 33mUnited Airlines
Sun 15/622:55SFO - LHR
1 stop23h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/4$836
Thu 1/508:40LHR - SFO
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/512:55SFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/4$844
Mon 28/407:25LHR - SFO
1 stop15h 10mLufthansa
Fri 16/515:55SFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 11/4$850
Wed 30/418:35LGW - SFO
1 stop29h 35mSWISS
Mon 19/519:30SFO - LGW
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Deal found 11/4$852
Thu 1/509:25LCY - SFO
1 stop14h 45mSWISS
Sun 11/519:30SFO - LCY
1 stop14h 00mSWISS
Deal found 11/4$890
Wed 3/916:25LGW - SFO
1 stop30h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 23/916:20SFO - LGW
1 stop15h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/4$892
Wed 24/918:45LHR - SFO
1 stop27h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 1/1016:20SFO - LHR
1 stop18h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/4$898
Sat 19/410:35LHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 05mAustrian Airlines
Fri 2/519:40SFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 30mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 11/4$903
Tue 29/408:45LCY - SFO
1 stop15h 20mLufthansa
Sun 18/519:15SFO - LCY
1 stop15h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 11/4$913
Wed 30/406:30LHR - SFO
1 stop13h 15mDelta
Thu 22/516:05SFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 20mDelta
Deal found 11/4$914
Mon 1/920:05LHR - SFO
1 stop28h 30mSWISS
Sun 14/919:30SFO - LHR
1 stop14h 20mSWISS
Deal found 11/4$921
Mon 8/909:30LHR - SFO
2 stops20h 27mFinnair
Sat 20/910:42SFO - LHR
1 stop16h 23mFinnair
Deal found 11/4$961

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London

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Thu 12/6

12:05-07:38

2 stops27h 33m

San Francisco

Sun 15/6

22:55-06:35

1 stop23h 40m

$836

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Thu 1/5

08:40-16:10

1 stop15h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 8/5

12:55-07:25

Nonstop10h 30m

$844

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Mon 28/4

07:25-14:35

1 stop15h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 16/5

15:55-10:25

Nonstop10h 30m

$850

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Wed 30/4

18:35-16:10

1 stop29h 35m

San Francisco

Mon 19/5

19:30-17:50

1 stop14h 20m

$852

LondonSan Francisco

LCY - SFO

LCYSFO

London City

Thu 1/5

09:25-16:10

1 stop14h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 11/5

19:30-17:30

1 stop14h 00m

$890

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Wed 3/9

16:25-14:30

1 stop30h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 23/9

16:20-15:35

1 stop15h 15m

$892

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Wed 24/9

18:45-14:30

1 stop27h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 2/10

16:20-17:45

1 stop17h 25m

$898

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Sat 26/4

12:20-15:25

Nonstop11h 05m

San Francisco

Tue 29/4

19:40-14:10

Nonstop10h 30m

$903

LondonSan Francisco

LCY - SFO

LCYSFO

London City

Tue 29/4

08:45-16:05

1 stop15h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 18/5

19:15-18:35

1 stop15h 20m

$913

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Wed 30/4

06:30-11:45

1 stop13h 15m

San Francisco

Thu 22/5

16:05-10:25

Nonstop10h 20m

$914

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Best time to book a flight from London to San Francisco

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from London to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from London to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 4 April 2025.

The best time to book flights from London to San Francisco is 88 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to San Francisco?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to San Francisco (average of $876). Flying from London to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LON to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from London to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

Unlike at midday, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 47% on flights from London to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from London to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from London to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 12 April 2025.

The most flights from LON to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (37 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 12 April 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, KLM and Air Transat from London to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very Good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from London to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from London?

    Located just 19.0 km from the city centre, San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San Francisco from London. Booking flights from London to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 36 daily inbound flights from London from 0 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London to San Francisco round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from London to San Francisco round-trip from $836. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lufthansa, from $850, and SWISS, from $852. United Airlines is 23% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from London to San Francisco are TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($825), WestJet ($898), and Delta ($1,201).

  • What are the most popular routes from London to San Francisco?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London to San Francisco?

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from London, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air Canada (93%), Austrian Airlines (93%), United Airlines( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from London to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $2,225, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $892. The most popular route (London Stansted - San Francisco), is priced around $703.

  • Can I find deals for flights from London to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on London to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from London to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from London to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from London to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London to San Francisco?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to San Francisco (average of $876). Flying from London to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,375). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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