£327 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 and start at £327 for one-way flights and £455 for round trip, 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, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Finnair, Iberia, Icelandair, JetBlue Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic, WestJet
Return price
£455
Distance
8567 km
Average flight time
18 hours 24 mins

Compare flights from San Francisco to London easily and book in confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from San Francisco to London. Operating between them 43 flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And American Airlines, KLM, Air Canada, Aer Lingus, Austrian, Air France, Delta Air Lines, Swiss, United Airlines, Aeromexico, Air New Zealand, Finnair, Iberia, Brussels Airlines, Lufthansa, Virgin Atlantic, Singapore Airlines, British Airways fly direct, getting you to Heathrow in just 26hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from San Francisco Intl. to Heathrow.  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from San Francisco Intl. (SFO) to Heathrow (LHR) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from San Francisco to London today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from San Francisco Intl. to Heathrow start at just £455 and range up to £538.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near San Francisco and London
  • booking your flight during April, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your San Francisco to London flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from San Francisco Intl. to Heathrow for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

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 £455. 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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