LHR - SFO

₹ 45,135 Find Cheap Flights from London to San Francisco

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Heathrow to San Francisco departing on 14/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from London to San Francisco, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest return fare
₹ 47,709
Overall average: ₹ 58,832
United Airlines
Sat 9/5Sat 9/5
LHR - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
₹ 47,801
Typical prices: ₹ 48,169-₹ 60,854
United Airlines
Tue 17/2Tue 24/2
LHR - SFO • Direct
Our travellers' advice
AI-powered summary based on content written by KAYAK users. AI can make mistakes.
Check luggage policies for British Airways flights.
Allow extra time for security at Heathrow Airport.
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When to book
4 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 14% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 18% price drop
July
Most popular
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Cheap Flights from London to San Francisco (LHR-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from London to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Heathrow to San Francisco

Sat, 9 May - Sat, 9 May
United Airlines Logo
08:45 - 16:15
LHR
-
SFO
15h 30m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
21:15 - 10:10
SFO
-
LHR
28h 55m
1 stop
₹ 47,709United Airlines
Wed, 18 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
United Airlines Logo
10:05 - 13:20
LHR
-
SFO
11h 15mdirect
United Airlines Logo
12:50 - 07:25
SFO
-
LHR
10h 35mdirect
₹ 48,352United Airlines
Sun, 22 Mar - Sun, 29 Mar
United Airlines Logo
13:45 - 18:00
LHR
-
SFO
11h 15mdirect
United Airlines Logo
16:35 - 11:10
SFO
-
LHR
10h 35mdirect
₹ 49,731United Airlines
Fri, 1 May - Fri, 8 May
United Airlines Logo
16:15 - 19:20
LHR
-
SFO
11h 05mdirect
United Airlines Logo
12:55 - 07:25
SFO
-
LHR
10h 30mdirect
₹ 49,823United Airlines
Sat, 14 Feb - Sat, 21 Feb
United Airlines Logo
10:05 - 13:20
LHR
-
SFO
11h 15mdirect
United Airlines Logo
12:50 - 07:25
SFO
-
LHR
10h 35mdirect
₹ 50,467United Airlines
Sun, 1 Mar - Sun, 8 Mar
KLM Logo
06:30 - 11:50
LHR
-
SFO
13h 20m
1 stop
KLM Logo
17:30 - 10:50
SFO
-
LHR
10h 20mdirect
₹ 52,765KLM
Tue, 3 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Delta Logo
06:30 - 11:50
LHR
-
SFO
13h 20m
1 stop
Delta Logo
17:30 - 10:50
SFO
-
LHR
10h 20mdirect
₹ 52,949Delta
Wed, 18 Feb - Mon, 9 Mar
Delta Logo
06:30 - 11:50
LHR
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SFO
13h 20m
1 stop
Delta Logo
17:30 - 10:40
SFO
-
LHR
10h 10mdirect
₹ 53,041Delta
Mon, 2 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Delta Logo
06:30 - 11:50
LHR
-
SFO
13h 20m
1 stop
Delta Logo
17:30 - 10:50
SFO
-
LHR
10h 20mdirect
₹ 53,132Delta
Mon, 2 Mar - Sun, 15 Mar
Delta Logo
06:30 - 11:50
LHR
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SFO
13h 20m
1 stop
Delta Logo
17:30 - 10:50
SFO
-
LHR
10h 20mdirect
₹ 53,224Delta
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Heathrow to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Heathrow to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to San Francisco?

The average price of all round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from London to San Francisco, look for departures on Thursdays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Francisco, Sunday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost ₹ 51,110 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₹ 81,078 and ₹ 77,217 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop stopover the cheapest option at ₹ 49,407 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 14% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight₹ 45,135
Best time to beat the crowds (4% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (23% more expensive on average)
Flight from London to San Francisco

When to book flights from Heathrow to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Heathrow to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

Flights from Heathrow to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Heathrow to San Francisco 
AlastairFlew with British Airways
LHR
-
SFO
Feb 2025
Make sure your free checked luggage is for outward and return flights.
Verified travelerFlew with United Airlines
LHR
-
SFO
Sept 2024
Download all your music. Add shows and movies to your queue. Bring short so you can relax. Bring long charger cords.
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines
LHR
-
SFO
Mar 2024
Heathrow is vast, allow plenty of time to drop bags and go through security. At San Francisco the immigration takes a bit of time and we had to wait around 1.5hrs, bare this in mind when booking car rental. The is a shuttle train from the airport to the car rental area which is very slick and efficient.
Ana-MariaFlew with Iberia
LHR
-
SFO
Mar 2024
In London triple check your flight they have multiple leaving for the same destination once - it is easy to get them confused

FAQs for booking London to San Francisco flights

  • Is Heathrow family friendly?

    Heathrow Airport has at least one children’s play area in every terminal and most restaurants do children’s menus, and some promise to serve food within 15min. You can pre-order nappies and baby milk via the on-site chemist in each terminal, which reduces the need to carry more things through security.

  • How many airports are there in San Francisco and how many have direct routes from London?

    There are three airports in the San Francisco Bay area: San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Oakland International Airport (OAK) and San Jose International Airport (SJC). SFO is the airport that has more international airline options while Oakland and San Jose have more low-cost carriers and domestic routes. Both British Airways and Virgin fly non-stop to San Francisco SFO Airport from London Heathrow.

  • What is the best way to travel to London Heathrow to catch my plane to San Francisco SFO?

    There are two trains from central London, leaving Paddington station; the Heathrow Express takes 15min, non-stop and the Heathrow Connect takes 30min with a few stops. It is also very straightforward to catch the London Underground - the journey takes about an hour from central London.

  • Once landed from London Heathrow, what is the best way to travel into San Francisco using public transport?

    The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) is easy, taking 30min, with trains leaving 3-4 times every hour. Passengers can connect to the BART from any of the terminals via the free Air Train. BART trains run from 5:00 in the week, 6:00 on Saturdays, and 8:00 on Sundays and stop at midnight every day. There are also buses that run from San Francisco SFO Airport to various parts of the state. For example, the Evans Airport shuttle serves Napa, the Marin Airporter goes into Marin County and the Sonoma County Airport Express carries passengers to Sonoma County.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco was ₹ 45,135 for a one-way ticket and ₹ 47,709 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from London to San Francisco?

    Only KLM offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the London to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 777 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to San Francisco flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from London to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from London to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for ₹ 49,407 or less round-trip.
  • London Heathrow (LHR) is one of the busiest airports in the world, so make sure to check your terminal in advance as distances between the terminals can be long if you make a mistake, and the journey between them can take more time than you think.
  • Download the London Heathrow app onto your telephone before you leave, as this will update you in real-time on delays, and also help you easily navigate the terminals to find restaurants, services and your boarding gate.
  • If you are pushed for time but very hungry, look out for the 15-minute symbol at many of the eateries at Heathrow Airport; these places will take your order and deliver your food within 15min.
  • If you find yourself with lots of time to spare before your flight, head to the Number 1 Lounge in Terminal 3 after security – as well as food, newspapers and drink, it also has a travel spa and sleep pods that can be reserved by the hour.
  • When planning your flight into San Francisco SFO Airport, remember that because it’s so close to the coast, it is prone to being foggy, which means that landing and take-off capacity becomes frequently limited. Make sure you factor in some extra landing time in your arrival schedule for unforeseen weather delays; it’s all part of the wonder of arriving in the area.

Prefer to fly direct from London Heathrow to San Francisco?

 
Nonstop data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying nonstop from London Heathrow to San Francisco.
Find which airlines fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London Heathrow to San Francisco

Monday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Friday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to London Heathrow

Monday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Friday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

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