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$407+ Cheap flights from London (LON) 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — LAX
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Thu 12/46:00 amLHR - LAX
1 stop16h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 12/114:45 pmLAX - LHR
1 stop16h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/24$580
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Mon 12/157:50 amLHR - SFO
1 stop15h 45mBritish Airways
Thu 1/85:30 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/24$585
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Thu 12/114:30 pmLHR - ONT
1 stop15h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sat 2/215:06 pmONT - LHR
1 stop12h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$587
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Wed 12/107:30 pmLHR - SFO
1 stop27h 05mScandinavian Airlines
Fri 1/94:40 pmSFO - LHR
2 stops17h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/24$588
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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.
Thu 12/410:05 amLHR - LAX
1 stop16h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/117:15 pmLAX - LHR
Nonstop10h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/24$590
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:05 amLHR - LAX
2 stops17h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Thu 1/227:30 pmLAX - LHR
1 stop29h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 11/23$591
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Thu 12/411:45 amLHR - ONT
1 stop17h 22mBritish Airways
Tue 12/912:46 pmONT - LHR
1 stop13h 14mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/24$594
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/147:50 amLHR - LAX
1 stop18h 40mBritish Airways
Thu 1/151:14 pmLAX - LHR
1 stop12h 46mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/24$595
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Fri 12/1211:45 amLHR - ONT
1 stop15h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/134:45 pmONT - LHR
1 stop12h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$596
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Sat 12/139:35 amLHR - LAX
1 stop17h 14mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/312:37 amLAX - LHR
1 stop13h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$596
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/74:55 pmLHR - LAX
Nonstop11h 30mBritish Airways
Tue 12/237:15 pmLAX - LHR
Nonstop10h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/24$597
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Thu 12/45:55 pmLHR - SFO
2 stops29h 40mBritish Airways
Tue 12/95:20 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop14h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/24$598

Cheap flight deals from London to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for London to California flight deals. Data was last updated November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$530
(TravelUp)

One-way from

$407
(British Airways)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$636

Good round-trip deal

$677 or less

Good one-way deal

$436 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from London 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 November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London to California that are best for you.

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London

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California

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Price

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Sat 2/7

6:30 am-9:05 pm

2 stops22h 35m

Ontario

Sat 2/28

10:20 pm-7:50 am

1 stop25h 30m

$542

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Wed 2/18

12:20 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop18h 17m

Ontario

Sun 2/22

7:30 am-10:30 am

1 stop19h 00m

$567

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Sat 3/21

3:05 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop14h 33m

Ontario

Mon 4/13

1:00 pm-9:50 am

1 stop12h 50m

$576

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Thu 3/26

2:30 pm-10:38 pm

1 stop15h 08m

Ontario

Wed 4/15

1:00 pm-9:50 am

1 stop12h 50m

$576

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Mon 1/12

9:25 pm-2:30 pm

2 stops49h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 1/26

4:35 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop15h 10m

$593

LondonLos Angeles

LHR - LAX

LHRLAX

London Heathrow

Sun 12/14

7:50 am-6:30 pm

1 stop18h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 1/15

1:14 pm-10:00 am

1 stop12h 46m

$595

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Sat 3/28

10:45 am-9:48 pm

1 stop18h 03m

Ontario

Sat 4/11

1:20 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops16h 40m

$595

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Wed 2/18

12:20 pm-1:54 pm

1 stop33h 34m

Ontario

Sun 2/22

7:30 am-10:30 am

1 stop19h 00m

$595

LondonLos Angeles

STN - LAX

STNLAX

London Stansted

Mon 1/19

3:15 pm-5:00 pm

2 stops33h 45m

Los Angeles

Tue 1/27

7:30 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops17h 50m

$598

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Wed 12/3

9:50 am-3:35 pm

1 stop13h 45m

San Francisco

Sun 12/14

3:26 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop14h 34m

$604

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Best time to book a flight from London to California

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from London with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from London to California

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to California (average of $320). Flying from London to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $541). 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 CA?

Find hourly flight availability from London to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 26, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from London to California by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from London to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from London to California. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their London to California flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London to California

Explore weekly flight availability from London to California. 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 November 26, 2025.

The most flights from LON to USCA are scheduled on a Monday (50 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (27 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from London 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 November 26, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to California, such as Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
675 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,539 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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 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 to California?

    Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and KLM can get you from London to California in just under 14h 33m. Your travel time can differ by up to 8h 02m. The distance between London and California is about 5407 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $407 on British Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $422 and JetBlue from $472 one-way.

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

    The most popular flight routes from London to California are London Heathrow - Los Angeles, London Heathrow - San Francisco and London Heathrow - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London to California?

    Consider SriLankan Airlines (82%), KLM (82%) or Air Canada (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London to California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London to California?

    On average you can expect to pay $5,065 for a flight from London to California. The cheapest flight overall is $498 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $471.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London 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 to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to California (average of $320). Flying from London to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $541). 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 10 airlines flying from London to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from London 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapest$381Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Aer LingusCheapest$416Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$498Average$782FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$516Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$519Average$685FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$520Average$803FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
British AirwaysCheapest$521Average$727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$530Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$535Average$805FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$537Average$742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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