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$389+ 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 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LON — LAX
Nov 20 — Nov 271
Thu 11/20
Thu 11/27
1 adult, Economy
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Thu 11/66:00 amLHR - LAX
1 stop16h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 11/134:45 pmLAX - LHR
1 stop18h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/20$481
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/51:40 pmLHR - LAX
1 stop33h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 11/184:45 pmLAX - LHR
1 stop20h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/18$482
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/176:30 pmLHR - LAX
1 stop28h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 12/24:45 pmLAX - LHR
1 stop21h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/20$483
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/206:00 amLHR - LAX
1 stop16h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 11/274:45 pmLAX - LHR
1 stop21h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/21$485
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/174:35 pmLGW - LAX
1 stop30h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 12/24:45 pmLAX - LGW
1 stop33h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/19$486
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/194:35 pmLGW - LAX
1 stop30h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 11/294:45 pmLAX - LGW
1 stop33h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/20$489
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Thu 12/46:00 amLHR - LAX
1 stop16h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 12/114:45 pmLAX - LHR
1 stop34h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/20$490
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/206:00 amLHR - LAX
1 stop16h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 1/224:45 pmLAX - LHR
1 stop21h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/21$492
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Wed 11/54:35 pmLGW - LAX
1 stop30h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 11/154:45 pmLAX - LGW
1 stop33h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/20$492
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/206:00 amLHR - LAX
1 stop16h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 12/64:45 pmLAX - LHR
1 stop16h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/19$496
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/34:35 pmLGW - LAX
1 stop30h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 12/94:45 pmLAX - LGW
1 stop33h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/20$500
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Wed 11/54:35 pmLGW - LAX
1 stop30h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 11/294:45 pmLAX - LGW
1 stop33h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/20$507

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 October 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$481
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$389
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$647

Good round-trip deal

$532 or less

Good one-way deal

$422 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($28 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 October 21, 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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonLos Angeles

LHR - LAX

LHRLAX

London Heathrow

Fri 3/6

7:05 am-5:00 pm

2 stops17h 55m

Los Angeles

Sun 3/15

8:30 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops18h 05m

$560

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Thu 1/8

10:10 am-9:14 pm

2 stops19h 04m

Ontario

Sun 1/11

10:30 pm-8:05 am

2 stops25h 35m

$561

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Thu 3/12

3:50 pm-11:38 am

1 stop26h 48m

Ontario

Tue 3/17

1:00 pm-9:00 am

1 stop13h 00m

$561

LondonLos Angeles

LTN - LAX

LTNLAX

London Luton

Thu 4/16

5:30 am-6:10 pm

1 stop20h 40m

Los Angeles

Thu 4/30

7:55 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop19h 05m

$565

LondonLos Angeles

STN - LAX

STNLAX

London Stansted

Sat 11/22

1:50 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops31h 15m

Los Angeles

Fri 11/28

5:30 pm-9:40 pm

2 stops20h 10m

$568

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Thu 2/26

10:00 am-10:38 pm

2 stops44h 38m

Ontario

Mon 3/2

1:00 pm-8:05 am

2 stops35h 05m

$570

LondonLos Angeles

LTN - LAX

LTNLAX

London Luton

Thu 2/26

6:50 am-6:05 pm

1 stop19h 15m

Los Angeles

Thu 3/5

7:50 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop18h 30m

$572

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Thu 2/26

6:30 am-3:20 pm

2 stops16h 50m

Ontario

Mon 3/2

1:00 pm-10:00 am

1 stop13h 00m

$573

LondonLos Angeles

LTN - LAX

LTNLAX

London Luton

Thu 11/6

5:00 pm-1:10 pm

2 stops28h 10m

Los Angeles

Thu 11/13

6:20 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops20h 40m

$573

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Sun 12/28

10:45 am-11:54 pm

1 stop21h 09m

Ontario

Fri 1/9

1:00 pm-11:40 am

1 stop14h 40m

$579

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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 $556). 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 October 21, 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.

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 October 21, 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
7,978 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
670 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,991 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,024 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,461 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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 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?

    Scandinavian Airlines, Delta, and Virgin Atlantic can get you from London to California in just under 17h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 26h 43m. The distance between London and California is about 5439 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 $400 on LEVEL. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include British Airways from $414 and SWISS from $417 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 KLM (84%), Air France (84%) or Delta (84%) 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 $4,964 for a flight from London to California. The cheapest flight overall is $453 while the most popular route, (London Heathrow - Los Angeles) is currently priced at $469.

  • 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 $556). 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 October 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapest$381Average$558FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$382Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Aer LingusCheapest$416Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$498Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Austrian AirlinesCheapest$509Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
Brussels AirlinesCheapest$512Average$636FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$513Average$721FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$516Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
LufthansaCheapest$519Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$520Average$759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%

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