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$469+ Cheap flights from Gatwick (LGW) to California

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 5/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — LAX
May 30 — Jun 61
Sat 5/30
Sat 6/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to California

Cheapest flights from Gatwick to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 30, 2026.

This TravelUp deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure TravelUp is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/310:45 am
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop19h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 6/98:10 am
LAX
-
LGW
2 stops18h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$621
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/49:25 am
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Sun 9/137:35 pm
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 4/25$622
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1512:20 pm
LGW
-
LAX
2 stops33h 35m
American Airlines
Sun 8/211:04 pm
LAX
-
LGW
2 stops49h 36m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/28$626
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/1512:20 pm
LGW
-
LAX
2 stops32h 04m
American Airlines
Mon 8/39:55 pm
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop28h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/28$627
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2212:20 pm
LGW
-
LAX
2 stops32h 04m
American Airlines
Tue 8/410:00 pm
LAX
-
LGW
2 stops50h 40m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/28$628
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/2212:20 pm
LGW
-
ONT
2 stops42h 14m
American Airlines
Tue 8/45:34 am
ONT
-
LGW
2 stops21h 06m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/28$628
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/222:00 pm
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop27h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 7/810:33 pm
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop28h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$629
This Finnair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Finnair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/232:30 pm
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop27h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/511:00 pm
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop27h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/26$631
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/292:30 pm
LGW
-
SNA
2 stops31h 19m
American Airlines
Mon 6/18:00 am
SNA
-
LGW
2 stops38h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/26$632
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/219:25 am
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Mon 9/287:35 pm
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 4/26$633
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/309:20 am
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 10m
SWISS
Wed 10/147:35 pm
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 4/28$635
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/2210:45 am
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop19h 27m
American Airlines
Wed 7/810:51 am
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop15h 49m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/27$636

Find flight deals from Gatwick to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gatwick to California flight deals. Data was last updated April 30, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$621
(TravelUp)

One-way from

$469
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$643

Good one-way deal

$386 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Sun 5/10

10:25 am-9:55 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 10/13

7:00 am-9:25 am

2 stops18h 25m

$668

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Sat 5/23

10:25 am-10:29 pm

2 stops20h 04m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 5/30

2:00 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops18h 00m

$681
Quickest round-trip

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Thu 5/21

10:25 am-6:35 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 5/27

6:00 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop14h 00m

$718

LondonSan Jose

LGW - SJC

LGWSJC

London Gatwick

Mon 8/17

5:00 pm-6:37 pm

2 stops33h 37m

San Jose

Mon 8/31

7:15 am-9:25 am

2 stops42h 10m

$806

LondonOntario

LGW - ONT

LGWONT

London Gatwick

Mon 5/18

10:25 am-10:34 pm

2 stops20h 09m

Ontario

Sun 5/24

1:35 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops18h 25m

$807

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Mon 5/4

10:25 am-6:35 pm

1 stop16h 10m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 5/8

2:50 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop17h 10m

$841

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Thu 6/4

12:20 pm-9:06 pm

1 stop16h 46m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 6/9

11:04 am-9:35 am

1 stop14h 31m

$918

LondonLas Vegas

LGW - LAS

LGWLAS

London Gatwick

Thu 9/24

10:25 am-12:02 am

2 stops21h 37m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 9/28

5:50 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop14h 10m

$918

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Mon 5/11

9:25 am-6:32 pm

2 stops17h 07m

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

2:30 pm-5:50 pm

2 stops19h 20m

$954

LondonLas Vegas

LGW - LAS

LGWLAS

London Gatwick

Mon 8/3

9:40 am-8:47 am

1 stop31h 07m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/18

11:05 pm-9:45 am

1 stop26h 40m

$957

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to California

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to California?

Booking 65 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to California (average of $153). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $551). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from London Gatwick Airport to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated April 30, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Norse Atlantic UK from London Gatwick Airport to California. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.2

Food

5.9

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Beth,Aug 2023

LGW - IAD

I ended up in the front row of economy so got extra leg room for free!
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good

Crew

7.8

Boarding

7.2

Comfort

7.1

Overall

7.2

Food

5.9

Entertainment

6.3

Reviews

1 / 2
10.0
Excellent

Beth,Aug 2023

LGW - IAD

I ended up in the front row of economy so got extra leg room for free!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to California?

    For as low as $668, Virgin Atlantic can have you in California from London Gatwick Airport in 19h 30m. There are 5463 mi between London Gatwick Airport and California. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from London Gatwick Airport to California?

    The most popular route from London Gatwick Airport to California is London Gatwick - Los Angeles Los Angeles. You may also consider London Gatwick - San Francisco or London Gatwick - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to California?

    While on average a flight from London Gatwick Airport to California is generally $1,000, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $287. When looking at the most popular route, (London Gatwick - Los Angeles Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $621 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to California flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to California?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to California 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 Gatwick Airport to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to California (average of $153). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $551). 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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Top airline flying from Gatwick to California

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Gatwick to California. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 30, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapest$381Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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