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$304+ Cheap flights from California to England

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 1/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — LHR
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to England
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to England. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/104:30 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 10mDelta
Fri 1/99:40 amLHR - SFO
1 stop20h 02mDelta
Deal found 12/2$592
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/104:30 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 10mDelta
Thu 12/185:20 pmLHR - SFO
1 stop22h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/4$593
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Tue 12/308:40 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 30mBritish Airways
Mon 1/263:25 pmLHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 12/2$594
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/44:15 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop13h 15mLufthansa
Thu 12/117:30 amLHR - SFO
1 stop16h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 12/3$595
This Flysmarter deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Flysmarter is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/912:50 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 35mLufthansa
Tue 12/1610:05 amLHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 12/2$596
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:25 pmSFO - LGW
1 stop14h 25mSWISS
Tue 8/186:35 pmLGW - SFO
1 stop29h 35mSWISS
Deal found 12/2$597
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/106:50 pmSFO - LCY
1 stop13h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/159:15 amLCY - SFO
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$598
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/101:29 pmONT - LHR
1 stop12h 31mDelta
Tue 12/2310:45 amLHR - ONT
1 stop21h 09mDelta
Deal found 12/3$598
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/31:30 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop18h 20mLufthansa
Wed 12/106:35 amLHR - SFO
2 stops17h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 12/3$599
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3012:00 pmSFO - LHR
2 stops35h 10mAustrian Airlines
Sat 1/108:00 amLHR - SFO
1 stop19h 55mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 12/3$600
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/98:25 amSFO - STN
2 stops30h 00mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/165:55 amSTN - SFO
3 stops23h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/2$601
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:25 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop14h 25mSWISS
Thu 8/208:05 pmLHR - SFO
1 stop28h 05mSWISS
Deal found 12/2$601

Find flight deals from California to England

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to England flight deals. Data was last updated December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$575
(Iberia)

One-way from

$304
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$1,034

Good round-trip deal

$637 or less

Good one-way deal

$269 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to England 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to England that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Mon 3/16

6:25 pm-12:00 pm

Nonstop10h 35m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/1

10:50 am-7:00 pm

1 stop16h 10m

$594

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - STN

SFOSTN

San Francisco

Tue 2/3

2:40 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops23h 45m

London Stansted

Wed 2/11

2:25 pm-12:40 pm

2 stops30h 15m

$597

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Thu 1/8

12:50 pm-7:25 am

Nonstop10h 35m

London Heathrow

Wed 1/14

9:00 am-4:30 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$598

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Thu 2/26

12:50 pm-7:25 am

Nonstop10h 35m

London Heathrow

Mon 3/2

1:45 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop34h 45m

$598

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

4:02 pm-5:40 pm

2 stops17h 38m

London Heathrow

Mon 2/23

7:30 pm-11:02 pm

2 stops35h 32m

$599

OntarioLondon

ONT - LHR

ONTLHR

Ontario

Tue 1/13

3:30 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops20h 40m

London Heathrow

Tue 1/20

6:20 am-10:51 pm

2 stops24h 31m

$603

OntarioLondon

ONT - LHR

ONTLHR

Ontario

Wed 3/18

12:45 pm-9:00 am

1 stop13h 15m

London Heathrow

Wed 3/25

12:10 pm-9:04 pm

1 stop15h 54m

$605

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LGW

SFOLGW

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

4:35 pm-9:50 am

1 stop33h 15m

London Gatwick

Sat 1/31

10:10 am-2:35 pm

2 stops60h 25m

$605

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Wed 4/8

9:15 am-7:15 am

1 stop14h 00m

London Heathrow

Fri 4/17

6:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 15m

$605

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Tue 4/7

4:46 pm-2:15 pm

1 stop13h 29m

London Heathrow

Wed 4/22

6:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 15m

$605

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Best time to book a flight from California to England

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to England (average of $226). Flying from California to England in June is currently the most expensive (average of $563). 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 CA to ENG?

Find hourly flight availability from California to England. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from California to England in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from California to England

Explore weekly flight availability from California to England. 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 December 4, 2025.

The most flights from USCA to GBENG are scheduled on a Monday (46 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (45 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing England

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to England. 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 England. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Virgin Atlantic, and United Airlines from California to England to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
675 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Iberia
7.0
Good
3,040 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,562 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports serve California to England flights?

    California has multiple airports that serve flights from California to England, just as England has many airports that will accept flights from California. California’s most popular and widely known airport is the Los Angeles International Airport, which is also the second busiest airport in the US. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, located in San Jose, California, is another airport that serves flights from California to England and is a smaller airport comparing to Los Angeles. While in England there is also a variety of flights to choose from, with a few popular destinations being London Luton Airport, which is located in Oxford, and Birmingham Airport which is located in Birmingham.

  • Which airlines fly directly from California to England?

    When flying from California to England there are an assortment of airlines to choose from though all depend and vary on the locations and time. If you are leaving from San Jose and planning to arrive in Oxford, Southwest Airlines has many flights along with Ryanair and Jetblue. The prices when flying from San Jose to Oxford can also vary with the number of airlines that will provide you with flights. If you are flying out from Los Angeles International Airport to Birmingham Airport, Aer Lingus is the airline that has many available flights out from California to England.

  • What are the stopover options between California to England?

    When flying from California to England you will have an array of stops no matter where in California you fly from and no matter where in England you land. When flying from San Jose Airport to London Luton Airport, you may have a total of three stops with the flights ranging from 33h 2m-36h 19m. The stopover locations can include Long Beach Airport, Oakland International Airport, and Copenhagen Airport. When flying from Los Angeles International Airport to Birmingham Airport you may have up to two stopovers with times varying from 13h 25m-21h 8m. The typical stopovers can be Newark Airport and Dublin Airport, or sometimes Boston Airport and Copenhagen Airport.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from California to England?

    If you are a US Citizen and you are planning to fly to England, you will not need a visa to enter England. Typically US Citizens can stay in England for up to six months for tourist purposes without a visa, but if you are planning to work or wanting to stay past six months you will need to get a visa. Though you won’t need a visa, it is advised that you have a passport that is valid for the amount of time you will be staying in England.

  • How long is the flight from California to England?

    United Airlines, Scandinavian Airlines, and Delta can get you from California to England in just under 10h 35m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10h 05m. There are 5350 mi between California and England. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from California to England are Norse Atlantic UK ($139), TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($168), and Scandinavian Airlines ($172).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to England 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 California to England?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to England (average of $226). Flying from California to England in June is currently the most expensive (average of $563). 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 California to England

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to England. 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$151Average$902FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SWISSCheapest$300Average$848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Norse Atlantic UKCheapest$358Average$683FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$361Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$371Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LufthansaCheapest$427Average$938FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Aer LingusCheapest$476Average$873FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FinnairCheapest$486Average$741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$494Average$856FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
British AirwaysCheapest$498Average$879FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%

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