United Kingdom

$304+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to the United Kingdom

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 2/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — LHR
Jan 27 — Feb 31
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to United Kingdom

Cheapest flights from San Francisco to United Kingdom
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to United Kingdom. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 28, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Mon 12/294:10 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/99:10 amLHR - SFO
1 stop17h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/25$605
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/3012:50 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/2011:10 amLHR - SFO
1 stop15h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$607
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Mon 12/296:00 amSFO - LHR
1 stop20h 00mDelta
Tue 1/1311:45 amLHR - SFO
1 stop32h 05mDelta
Deal found 12/27$609
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2912:50 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/136:40 pmLHR - SFO
1 stop29h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$610
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Mon 12/296:50 pmSFO - LCY
1 stop14h 50mLufthansa
Tue 1/139:50 amLCY - SFO
1 stop14h 05mLufthansa
Deal found 12/27$611
This Flighttix deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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 Flighttix is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:25 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 35mLufthansa
Tue 1/1311:10 amLHR - SFO
1 stop16h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 12/27$615
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Mon 12/294:10 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop13h 20mLufthansa
Fri 1/94:20 pmLHR - SFO
1 stop17h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 12/27$617
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Mon 12/293:40 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop21h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 1/1311:40 amLHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/27$624
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Tue 12/307:25 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop14h 25mSWISS
Tue 1/207:30 pmLHR - SFO
2 stops29h 00mSWISS
Deal found 12/26$628
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Tue 12/307:25 pmSFO - LCY
1 stop13h 40mSWISS
Mon 1/269:15 amLCY - SFO
1 stop15h 15mSWISS
Deal found 12/26$635
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/26. 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 12/295:25 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/1310:05 amLHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/26$636
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Tue 12/308:20 amSFO - LHR
1 stop14h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/267:00 amLHR - SFO
2 stops17h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/27$637

Find flight deals from San Francisco to United Kingdom

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to United Kingdom flight deals. Data was last updated December 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$497
(oojo)

One-way from

$304
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$888

Good round-trip deal

$675 or less

Good one-way deal

$385 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-London (LON) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-London (LON) flights.
From San Francisco to United Kingdom
One-way flight from San Francisco to United Kingdom
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($152 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to United Kingdom.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Francisco to United Kingdom.

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

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San FranciscoInverness

SFO - INV

SFOINV

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

8:40 pm-9:40 am

1 stop29h 00m

Inverness

Mon 3/2

7:45 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop27h 15m

$505

San FranciscoInverness

SFO - INV

SFOINV

San Francisco

Wed 2/11

6:00 am-10:55 am

2 stops20h 55m

Inverness

Wed 2/18

10:30 am-6:45 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$523

San FranciscoInverness

SFO - INV

SFOINV

San Francisco

Thu 3/5

5:30 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop18h 10m

Inverness

Mon 3/9

12:20 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop34h 40m

$551

San FranciscoInverness

SFO - INV

SFOINV

San Francisco

Sat 3/14

9:55 pm-11:10 am

2 stops30h 15m

Inverness

Sun 3/22

8:05 pm-4:00 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$552

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Sat 2/28

4:40 pm-1:15 pm

2 stops36h 35m

Manchester

Mon 3/2

7:15 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop27h 20m

$571

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Sat 1/31

4:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Manchester

Thu 2/5

1:55 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops32h 40m

$592

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LTN

SFOLTN

San Francisco

Thu 4/16

7:40 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop15h 35m

London Luton

Mon 4/20

9:50 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops28h 05m

$603

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Thu 2/19

4:40 pm-6:35 pm

1 stop17h 55m

Manchester

Sat 2/28

12:55 pm-2:35 pm

2 stops33h 40m

$604

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Fri 1/30

7:10 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 25m

Manchester

Sun 2/15

6:05 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$605

San FranciscoManchester

SFO - MAN

SFOMAN

San Francisco

Fri 2/6

7:10 pm-10:35 am

1 stop31h 25m

Manchester

Tue 2/17

5:15 pm-2:30 pm

1 stop29h 15m

$609

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to United Kingdom

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to the United Kingdom

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to United Kingdom?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to United Kingdom (average of $497). Flying from San Francisco to United Kingdom in June is currently the most expensive (average of $810). 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 GB?

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

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to United Kingdom in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to United Kingdom?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to United Kingdom. Price data was last updated on December 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to United Kingdom flight should consider departing on Monday mornings 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 United Kingdom

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to United Kingdom. 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 28, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to GB0 are scheduled on a Tuesday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (26 on average).

How often are flights from San Francisco to the United Kingdom delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between San Francisco and United Kingdom have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 156 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to the United Kingdom flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to the United Kingdom flights?

Over the last year, Virgin Atlantic have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing United Kingdom

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

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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.

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

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 San Francisco to United Kingdom. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to United Kingdom?

    Most people fly from San Francisco (SFO) if they book a flight from San Francisco to United Kingdom. San Francisco is conveniently located just 11.8 mi from San Francisco’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to United Kingdom?

    Departing from San Francisco to United Kingdom will take you 29h. Airlines will cover a distance of 4953 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to United Kingdom one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is JetBlue, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $185. However, be on the lookout for offers from Aer Lingus and British Airways, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco to United Kingdom for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco to United Kingdom?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to United Kingdom?

    Before booking your flight to United Kingdom from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (87%), Aer Lingus (87%), Alaska Airlines( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to United Kingdom?

    On average you can expect to pay $2,507 for a flight from San Francisco to United Kingdom. The cheapest flight overall is $318 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - London Heathrow) is currently priced at $442.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to United Kingdom (average of $497). Flying from San Francisco to United Kingdom in June is currently the most expensive (average of $810). 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 United Kingdom

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to United Kingdom. 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$151Average$946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$359Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$371Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$494Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SWISSCheapest$513Average$845FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
British AirwaysCheapest$514Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
Aer LingusCheapest$527Average$877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$539Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$567Average$965FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
United AirlinesCheapest$571Average$945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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