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$322+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Heathrow (LHR)

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SFO — LHR
Aug 2 — Aug 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to London Heathrow are usually found in October or September, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Heathrow

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Heathrow (LHR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$524
(Air Canada)

One-way from

$322
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$914

Good round-trip deal

$581 or less

Good one-way deal

$408 or less
From San Francisco to London Heathrow
One-way flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($163 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Thu 11/206:00 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop33h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/236:00 amLHR - SFO
1 stop18h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$524
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Wed 8/138:00 amSFO - LHR
1 stop14h 25mIberia
Fri 8/222:25 pmLHR - SFO
1 stop15h 08mIberia
Deal found 7/27$527
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Mon 8/47:50 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 20mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/147:25 amLHR - SFO
1 stop14h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$528
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Wed 8/133:45 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop14h 50mDelta
Tue 8/195:25 pmLHR - SFO
1 stop14h 18mDelta
Deal found 7/26$532
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Sat 11/15:35 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop21h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 11/77:55 pmLHR - SFO
1 stop26h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 7/27$534
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Tue 9/98:30 amSFO - LHR
2 stops24h 35mBrussels Airlines
Tue 9/306:50 amLHR - SFO
2 stops21h 01mBrussels Airlines
Deal found 7/27$537
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Mon 11/1712:50 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 35mSWISS
Mon 12/18:05 pmLHR - SFO
1 stop28h 25mSWISS
Deal found 7/26$541
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Thu 10/167:20 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 25mBritish Airways
Fri 10/3111:45 amLHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 7/27$543
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Thu 11/64:40 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop21h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Mon 11/106:40 amLHR - SFO
1 stop15h 55mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 7/27$548
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Sun 10/128:40 amSFO - LHR
2 stops16h 55mAir Canada
Fri 10/319:00 amLHR - SFO
2 stops19h 22mAir Canada
Deal found 7/27$566

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Heathrow 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 July 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Wed 8/13

12:15 pm-10:50 am

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London Heathrow

Fri 8/22

12:15 pm-7:45 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$527

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Mon 8/4

7:50 pm-2:10 pm

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7:25 am-2:20 pm

1 stop14h 55m

$528

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SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

7:30 am-6:35 am

1 stop15h 05m

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Wed 10/8

8:40 am-4:10 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$530

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SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

3:45 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop14h 50m

London Heathrow

Tue 8/19

5:25 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop14h 18m

$532

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Sun 8/10

7:30 pm-7:55 am

1 stop28h 25m

London Heathrow

Mon 8/18

8:05 pm-4:10 pm

1 stop28h 05m

$533

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

8:30 am-5:05 pm

2 stops24h 35m

London Heathrow

Tue 9/30

6:50 am-7:51 pm

2 stops21h 01m

$537

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Thu 10/16

7:20 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop10h 25m

London Heathrow

Fri 10/31

3:25 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop11h 20m

$543

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

2:40 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop14h 00m

London Heathrow

Fri 9/5

7:25 am-7:00 pm

1 stop19h 35m

$548

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

9:20 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop10h 20m

London Heathrow

Mon 9/29

6:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 15m

$561

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Sun 10/12

8:40 am-9:35 am

2 stops16h 55m

London Heathrow

Fri 10/31

9:00 am-9:22 pm

2 stops19h 22m

$566

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The best insider tips for San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport trip
Airlines
United Airlines

United's Polaris Business Class features lie-flat seats and Saks Fifth Avenue bedding.


United's Premium Plus offers bigger seats, upgraded meals, and two checked bags.

British Airways

British Airways' Club Suite offers solo pods with a door for privacy.


BA's World Traveller Plus offers extra legroom and upgraded service in a dedicated cabin.

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic's Economy Delight offers extra legroom, priority boarding, and a free checked bag.


Virgin Atlantic's Upper Class includes lie-flat beds and a four-course meal.

Lufthansa

Lufthansa's Allegris cabins offer 31-inch pitch and adjustable headrests for enhanced comfort.


Lufthansa's Sleeper’s Row lets you spread across three seats with a mattress and blanket.

Read more about Lufthansaby Blane Bachelor
Airports
SFO

Save time at SFO by using the AirTrain Red Line to quickly navigate between terminals after security.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
LHR

For a quick trip to central London, take the Heathrow Express to Paddington Station.

Read more about LHRby Ramsey Qubein
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on British Airways

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Virgin Atlantic and Lufthansa

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LHR

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Heathrow

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport. 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 San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport (average of $661). Flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,097). 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 SFO to LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on July 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Heathrow. 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 July 28, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to LHR are scheduled on a Monday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (43 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated July 28, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Austrian Airlines, and SWISS from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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.
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to London Heathrow?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow. You should not have trouble finding flights to London Heathrow from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 43 outbound flights to London Heathrow per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 18 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to London Heathrow. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport is Air Canada. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $524 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Iberia and United Airlines, starting at $527 and $528 round-trip. Users have found that Air Canada is 31% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport are WestJet ($327), TAP AIR PORTUGAL ($331), and Iberia ($334).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

    Consider Aeromexico (83%), Air France (82%) or Delta (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport? While on average our users pay $2,840, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $367. The most popular route (San Francisco - London Heathrow), is priced around $416.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Copenhagen?

    Tivoli, Rådhuspladsen, and Kongens Nytorv are currently the most popular points of interest in Copenhagen at the moment. Tivoli, Rådhuspladsen, and Kongens Nytorv can be accessed by traveling approximately 5.3 mi, 5.2 mi, and 5.1 mi, respectively from Kastrup Copenhagen. Those on a layover in Copenhagen in need of a rental car can book one at Kastrup Copenhagen for about $63.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in Los Angeles?

    Most Los Angeles visitors opt to spend their time at Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live. Travelers on a layover in Los Angeles can visit Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live, by traveling 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively after landing at Los Angeles. Those on a layover in Los Angeles in need of a rental car can book one at Los Angeles for about $51.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Heathrow that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Heathrow flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Heathrow?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Heathrow?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Heathrow 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 San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport (average of $661). Flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,097). 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 San Francisco to Heathrow

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Heathrow. 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 July 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$195Average$793FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$336Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$433Average$581FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
British AirwaysCheapest$555Average$756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
SWISSCheapest$558Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
IberiaCheapest$572Average$674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
FinnairCheapest$573Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
American AirlinesCheapest$574Average$821FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
LufthansaCheapest$576Average$822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
DeltaCheapest$582Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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