Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to London (LHR)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to London (LHR)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from San Francisco to London route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Heathrow
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air France, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Finnair, Iberia, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, United, Virgin Atlantic, WestJet
Return price
AU$905
Distance
8567 km

Your quick guide to flights from San Francisco to London

Pick up great flights from San Francisco to London

With Expedia, you have your pick of flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from San Francisco to London. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from San Francisco to London that take around hours.

Find cheap flights from San Francisco to London

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$906 to AU$1,090, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from San Francisco to London around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to London is normally in February.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Heathrow Airport?
Round-trip tickets from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to London Heathrow start from AU$906. This is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — make your booking ASAP to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to LHR?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but each air carrier has different terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, go to our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from SFO to London Heathrow that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Heathrow Airport (LHR) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from SFO to LHR?
San Francisco to Hounslow is around 8 600 kilometres, so get ready to spend a while in the air. Don’t forget to pack all the essentials, from your headphones to your hoodie. Take some snacks to munch on throughout your flight too.
Which airlines fly direct from SFO to London Heathrow?
A popular airline that flies from SFO to LHR is United Airlines (UA). It offers 60 flights a month. After some more options? Check out the airfares with British Airways (BA). This carrier offers 60 monthly flights between these airports.
Are San Francisco Airport to Heathrow Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute bookings from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to London Heathrow can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to score a great bargain, but you could also miss out completely! If you’d prefer to play it safe and start planning your trip early on, Expedia compares flight deals up to a year in advance. Just remember that not all airlines advertise their prices so far in advance. Our advice? Check back often as updates are made frequently.
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