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$488+ Cheap flights from Heathrow (LHR) to San Francisco (SFO)
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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SFO
Feb 11 — Feb 181
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 January 12, 2026.
Most accurate provider | eDreams 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | eDreams 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $526 (Air Canada) |
One-way from | $488 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $650 |
Good round-trip deal | $726 or less |
Good one-way deal | $568 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 12, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 12, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/271:00 pm
LHR
- SFO
Nonstop11h 10m
United Airlines
Wed 5/208:30 am
SFO
- LHR
1 stop14h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/12![United Airlines logo]()
$537
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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.
Sun 3/89:55 am
LHR
- SFO
1 stop18h 01m
American Airlines
Mon 3/1611:30 am
SFO
- LHR
1 stop17h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/10![American Airlines logo]()
$542
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Sat 1/2411:50 am
LHR
- SFO
1 stop14h 40m
British Airways
Tue 4/284:35 pm
SFO
- LHR
Nonstop10h 25m
British Airways
Deal found 1/11![British Airways logo]()
$543
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/182:30 pm
LHR
- SFO
1 stop28h 04m
Air Canada
Tue 2/177:30 am
SFO
- LHR
2 stops18h 40m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/11![Air Canada logo]()
$544
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 1/182:30 pm
LHR
- SFO
1 stop28h 04m
Air Canada
Wed 2/2511:20 am
SFO
- LHR
1 stop16h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/10![Air Canada logo]()
$545
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Tue 4/284:15 pm
LHR
- SFO
Nonstop11h 05m
Lufthansa
Sat 5/94:35 pm
SFO
- LHR
Nonstop10h 35m
Lufthansa
Deal found 1/12![Lufthansa logo]()
$546
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 1/191:25 pm
LHR
- SFO
2 stops29h 29m
Air Canada
Sat 2/146:00 pm
SFO
- LHR
1 stop33h 50m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/11![Air Canada logo]()
$547
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/2410:05 am
LHR
- SFO
Nonstop11h 15m
United Airlines
Mon 5/251:00 pm
SFO
- LHR
Nonstop10h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/10![United Airlines logo]()
$548
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/10. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/241:00 pm
LHR
- SFO
1 stop15h 39m
Air Canada
Sun 5/175:00 am
SFO
- LHR
2 stops17h 30m
Air Canada
Deal found 1/10![Air Canada logo]()
$549
This Netflights deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Netflights is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/2310:05 am
LHR
- SFO
Nonstop11h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/38:10 am
SFO
- LHR
1 stop17h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$550
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/1910:35 am
LHR
- SFO
Nonstop11h 05m
United Airlines
Sun 4/264:35 pm
SFO
- LHR
Nonstop10h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/12![United Airlines logo]()
$551
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/510:35 am
LHR
- SFO
Nonstop11h 05m
United Airlines
Sat 7/48:30 am
SFO
- LHR
1 stop14h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/11![United Airlines logo]()
$552
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to San Francisco 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 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.
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Sat 3/7
10:05 am-1:20 pm
Nonstop11h 15m
San Francisco
Sat 3/14
6:25 pm-12:00 pm
Nonstop10h 35m
$541
LondonSan Francisco
LHR - SFO
LHRSFO
London Heathrow
Sat 5/2
1:00 pm-4:10 pm
Nonstop11h 10m
San Francisco
Sat 5/23
1:00 pm-7:25 am
Nonstop10h 25m
$548
LondonSan Francisco
LHR - SFO
LHRSFO
London Heathrow
Fri 3/20
8:50 am-4:35 pm
1 stop14h 45m
San Francisco
Tue 4/7
10:06 am-8:05 am
1 stop13h 59m
$554
LondonSan Francisco
LHR - SFO
LHRSFO
London Heathrow
Thu 5/7
10:35 am-1:40 pm
Nonstop11h 05m
San Francisco
Thu 6/11
1:40 pm-11:50 am
1 stop14h 10m
$558
LondonSan Francisco
LHR - SFO
LHRSFO
London Heathrow
Wed 5/6
1:00 pm-4:10 pm
Nonstop11h 10m
San Francisco
Mon 6/8
1:40 pm-11:50 am
1 stop14h 10m
$558
LondonSan Francisco
LHR - SFO
LHRSFO
London Heathrow
Tue 1/27
11:45 am-3:00 pm
Nonstop11h 15m
San Francisco
Sat 2/14
5:30 pm-12:00 pm
Nonstop10h 30m
$562
LondonSan Francisco
LHR - SFO
LHRSFO
London Heathrow
Sat 5/23
4:15 pm-7:15 pm
Nonstop11h 00m
San Francisco
Sun 5/31
10:55 pm-6:55 am
1 stop24h 00m
$563
LondonSan Francisco
LHR - SFO
LHRSFO
London Heathrow
Thu 2/19
6:40 am-2:35 pm
1 stop15h 55m
San Francisco
Thu 12/10
4:40 pm-5:40 pm
1 stop17h 00m
$569
LondonSan Francisco
LHR - SFO
LHRSFO
London Heathrow
Mon 5/4
10:45 am-1:50 pm
Nonstop11h 05m
San Francisco
Wed 5/20
4:35 pm-11:00 am
Nonstop10h 25m
$575
LondonSan Francisco
LHR - SFO
LHRSFO
London Heathrow
Thu 4/16
7:50 pm-2:40 pm
2 stops26h 50m
San Francisco
Sun 4/19
4:45 pm-6:30 pm
1 stop17h 45m
$576
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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Heathrow to San Francisco in January.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on London Heathrow Airport-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on London Heathrow Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from London Heathrow Airport-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on London Heathrow Airport-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for London Heathrow Airport-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to San Francisco
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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco
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How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Heathrow to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.
The price you pay for your flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco (average of $474). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of $596). 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 LHR to SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 12, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco as you normally would.
How often are flights from London to San Francisco delayed?
About 13% of weekly flights between London and San Francisco have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 141 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for London to San Francisco flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on London to San Francisco flights?
Over the last year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Lisbon (LIS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 60% of 1-stop itineraries from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Copenhagen (CPH) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $520.
What’s the fastest layover option from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Copenhagen (CPH) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 16h 30m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Lisbon (LIS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 54m.
The best insider tips for London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco flights
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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco trip
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United Airlines
United's Polaris Business Class offers lie-flat seats and Saks Fifth Avenue bedding.
United's Premium Plus offers upgraded comfort with extra legroom and priority check-in.
![Lufthansa]()
Lufthansa
Lufthansa's Allegris cabins enhance comfort with adjustable headrests and slim seat design.
Lufthansa's Sleeper's Row offers extra space with a mattress and blanket for long-haul flights.
![Virgin Atlantic]()
Virgin Atlantic
Virgin's Upper Class features lie-flat beds and a four-course meal for a VIP experience.
Virgin's Economy Delight offers extra legroom and priority boarding for enhanced comfort.
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Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated January 12, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Virgin Atlantic, United Airlines, and American Airlines from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.2
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.5
Entertainment
7.6
Food
6.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodPratap,Aug 2025
JFK - LHR
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.2
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.5
Entertainment
7.6
Food
6.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodPratap,Aug 2025
JFK - LHR
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.2
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.5
Entertainment
7.6
Food
6.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodPratap,Aug 2025
JFK - LHR
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.2
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.5
Entertainment
7.6
Food
6.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodPratap,Aug 2025
JFK - LHR
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.2
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.5
Entertainment
7.6
Food
6.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodPratap,Aug 2025
JFK - LHR
Comfort
7.3
Crew
8.2
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.5
Entertainment
7.6
Food
6.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodPratap,Aug 2025
JFK - LHR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$449 | Average$494 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$492 | Average$760 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$515 | Average$667 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time70% | |
| Cheapest$520 | Average$751 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time77% | |
| Cheapest$530 | Average$703 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$534 | Average$681 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$542 | Average$667 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time76% | |
| Cheapest$550 | Average$735 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time72% | |
| Cheapest$557 | Average$706 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$567 | Average$724 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time78% |