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$262+ Cheap flights from California to Gatwick (LGW)

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 3/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — LGW
Feb 18 — Feb 251
Wed 2/18
Wed 2/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Gatwick

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Gatwick flight deals. Data was last updated January 19, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$580
(oojo)

One-way from

$262
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$735

Good round-trip deal

$647 or less

Good one-way deal

$314 or less
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Cheapest flights from California to Gatwick
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Gatwick. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 19, 2026.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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.
Sun 2/156:00 am
RNO
-
LGW
2 stops22h 05m
British Airways
Wed 2/259:05 pm
LGW
-
RNO
2 stops35h 31m
British Airways
Deal found 1/17$580
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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.
Tue 3/36:00 am
SJC
-
LGW
2 stops17h 30m
American Airlines
Tue 3/1011:20 am
LGW
-
SJC
2 stops32h 58m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/17$582
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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.
Mon 3/26:00 am
SJC
-
LGW
2 stops23h 50m
British Airways
Mon 3/92:05 pm
LGW
-
SJC
2 stops38h 16m
British Airways
Deal found 1/18$589
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 2/232:07 pm
SJC
-
LGW
2 stops38h 18m
British Airways
Mon 3/912:50 pm
LGW
-
SJC
2 stops39h 31m
British Airways
Deal found 1/17$594
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/255:35 pm
SFO
-
LGW
1 stop33h 15m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 4/79:15 pm
LGW
-
SFO
2 stops51h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/17$595
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/2811:45 am
SFO
-
LGW
2 stops22h 05m
SWISS
Mon 2/96:40 pm
LGW
-
SFO
1 stop29h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 1/18$597
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/311:45 am
SFO
-
LGW
2 stops22h 05m
SWISS
Tue 2/106:40 pm
LGW
-
SFO
1 stop29h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 1/16$598
This TAP AIR PORTUGAL deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/18. 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 TAP AIR PORTUGAL is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/138:10 pm
SFO
-
LGW
1 stop30h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 3/2110:10 am
LGW
-
SFO
2 stops60h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/18$599
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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.
Sun 2/227:25 pm
SFO
-
LGW
1 stop14h 25m
SWISS
Thu 3/196:40 pm
LGW
-
SFO
1 stop29h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 1/17$600
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 2/107:25 pm
SFO
-
LGW
1 stop14h 25m
SWISS
Tue 2/176:40 pm
LGW
-
SFO
1 stop29h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 1/16$601
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Wed 2/47:25 pm
SFO
-
LGW
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 2/116:40 pm
LGW
-
SFO
2 stops34h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$602
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/17. 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.
Fri 3/67:10 pm
SFO
-
LGW
1 stop30h 40m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 3/2210:40 am
LGW
-
SFO
1 stop35h 55m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 1/17$604

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Gatwick 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 January 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to London Gatwick Airport that are best for you.

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Gatwick

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Return

Price

RenoLondon

RNO - LGW

RNOLGW

Reno

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-12:05 pm

2 stops22h 05m

London Gatwick

Wed 2/25

9:05 pm-12:36 am

2 stops35h 31m

$580

San JoseLondon

SJC - LGW

SJCLGW

San Jose

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-7:30 am

2 stops17h 30m

London Gatwick

Tue 3/10

11:20 am-1:18 pm

2 stops32h 58m

$582

San JoseLondon

SJC - LGW

SJCLGW

San Jose

Mon 3/2

6:00 am-1:50 pm

2 stops23h 50m

London Gatwick

Mon 3/9

2:05 pm-9:21 pm

2 stops38h 16m

$589

San JoseLondon

SJC - LGW

SJCLGW

San Jose

Mon 2/23

6:00 am-12:25 pm

2 stops22h 25m

London Gatwick

Mon 3/9

4:25 pm-9:21 pm

2 stops35h 56m

$589

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LGW

SFOLGW

San Francisco

Wed 2/18

4:35 pm-9:50 am

1 stop33h 15m

London Gatwick

Sun 2/22

9:25 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops25h 10m

$621

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LGW

SFOLGW

San Francisco

Mon 2/16

7:25 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 25m

London Gatwick

Sun 2/22

6:40 pm-4:30 pm

1 stop29h 50m

$621

Los AngelesLondon

LAX - LGW

LAXLGW

Los Angeles

Thu 2/5

7:50 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop36h 50m

London Gatwick

Mon 2/9

7:30 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop30h 35m

$626

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LGW

SFOLGW

San Francisco

Fri 4/24

8:20 pm-9:45 am

1 stop29h 25m

London Gatwick

Fri 5/1

9:15 pm-5:35 pm

2 stops28h 20m

$630

SacramentoLondon

SMF - LGW

SMFLGW

Sacramento Intl

Sun 2/1

6:00 am-9:00 am

2 stops19h 00m

London Gatwick

Sat 2/28

12:30 pm-10:41 am

2 stops30h 11m

$634

RenoLondon

RNO - LGW

RNOLGW

Reno

Mon 4/6

6:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops22h 15m

London Gatwick

Mon 5/11

8:40 pm-9:42 pm

2 stops33h 02m

$635

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to London Gatwick Airport (average of $222). Flying from California to London Gatwick Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $662). 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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  • How long is the flight from California to London Gatwick Airport?

    Airlines like British Airways, American Airlines, and TAP AIR PORTUGAL fly from California to London Gatwick Airport in about 17h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 45m. The distance from California to London Gatwick Airport is about 5376 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - London Gatwick, San Francisco - London Gatwick or San Diego - London Gatwick when deciding on the best route from California to London Gatwick Airport.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,004 for a flight from California to London Gatwick Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $239 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - London Gatwick) is currently priced at $500.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to London Gatwick Airport (average of $222). Flying from California to London Gatwick Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $662). 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 6 airlines flying from California to Gatwick

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from California to Gatwick. 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 January 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapest$349Average$609FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$498Average$714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
IberiaCheapest$582Average$662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
American AirlinesCheapest$613Average$761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$636Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$662Average$825FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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