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Cheap flights from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport from £218

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 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — LHR
22 ene. — 29 ene.1
1 adult

The best prices from San Francisco to London Heathrow are usually found in October or September, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Heathrow

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Heathrow (LHR). 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 17 enero 2025.

Round-trip from

£489

One-way from

£218

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£574
Iberia
  • Iberia
  • 29/1-5/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 26h 35m total
  • San Francisco to London
16/2
  • 16/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 48m total
  • San Francisco to London
High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 4% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 enero 2025.

mié. 29/110:40SFO - LHR
1 stop13h 55mIberia
mié. 12/211:45LHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mIberia
Deal found 16/1£489
dom. 9/216:40SFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 15mVirgin Atlantic
mar. 25/206:30LHR - SFO
1 stop13h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 16/1£490
mié. 7/519:40SFO - LHR
1 stop36h 20mScandinavian Airlines
dom. 18/518:40LHR - SFO
1 stop29h 50mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 16/1£492
dom. 9/214:54SFO - LHR
2 stops37h 56mMultiple Airlines
mar. 25/215:15LHR - SFO
1 stop36h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1£495
mié. 12/216:40SFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 15mDelta
mié. 19/211:45LHR - SFO
1 stop32h 05mDelta
Deal found 16/1£502
mar. 11/209:00SFO - LHR
1 stop14h 55mKLM
mar. 25/206:30LHR - SFO
1 stop13h 20mKLM
Deal found 16/1£505
dom. 9/217:30SFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 30mFinnair
mar. 25/215:20LHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 25mFinnair
Deal found 16/1£506
jue. 24/416:20SFO - LHR
1 stop21h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
jue. 1/519:50LHR - SFO
1 stop26h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 16/1£508
mar. 25/217:25SFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 35mUnited Airlines
mié. 19/308:55LHR - SFO
1 stop15h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1£523
vie. 14/321:40SFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 35mBritish Airways
mié. 19/315:20LHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 16/1£527
mié. 5/320:35SFO - LHR
1 stop16h 10mJetBlue
mié. 12/312:20LHR - SFO
1 stop18h 54mJetBlue
Deal found 16/1£536
mié. 5/219:25SFO - LHR
1 stop14h 25mSWISS
jue. 20/208:55LHR - SFO
1 stop15h 30mSWISS
Deal found 15/1£538

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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Heathrow 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 enero 2025.

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SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

mié. 29/1

08:00-07:20

1 stop15h 20m

London Heathrow

mié. 5/2

11:45-15:00

Nonstop11h 15m

£489

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

dom. 9/2

16:40-10:55

Nonstop10h 15m

London Heathrow

mar. 25/2

06:30-11:50

1 stop13h 20m

£490

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

mié. 7/5

19:40-16:00

1 stop36h 20m

London Heathrow

dom. 18/5

18:40-16:30

1 stop29h 50m

£492

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

mié. 12/2

16:40-10:55

Nonstop10h 15m

London Heathrow

mié. 19/2

11:45-11:50

1 stop32h 05m

£502

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

mar. 11/2

09:00-07:55

1 stop14h 55m

London Heathrow

mar. 25/2

06:30-11:50

1 stop13h 20m

£505

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

dom. 9/2

17:30-12:00

Nonstop10h 30m

London Heathrow

mar. 25/2

11:45-15:00

Nonstop11h 15m

£506

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

jue. 24/4

16:20-22:05

1 stop21h 45m

London Heathrow

jue. 1/5

19:50-14:35

1 stop26h 45m

£508

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

lun. 24/2

07:00-08:30

2 stops17h 30m

London Heathrow

mar. 4/3

06:30-17:30

2 stops19h 00m

£520

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

mar. 25/2

10:50-10:10

1 stop15h 20m

London Heathrow

vie. 21/3

08:55-17:25

1 stop15h 30m

£523

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

vie. 14/3

21:40-15:15

Nonstop10h 35m

London Heathrow

mié. 19/3

15:20-19:45

Nonstop11h 25m

£527

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Heathrow

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Heathrow

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Heathrow including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from San Francisco to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

Booking 26 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport (average of £112). Flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £161). 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 LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 enero 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 21% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from San Francisco to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Heathrow. 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 17 enero 2025.

The most flights from SFO to LHR are scheduled on a Monday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (25 on average).

Rainfall in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Heathrow Airport ranges from 40.0 - 70.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 70.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit London Heathrow Airport when rainfall is around 40.0 mm.

Temperature in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Heathrow Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated 17 enero 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to London, see what other customers have to say about Virgin Atlantic, Finnair and Scandinavian Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very Good
8,511 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

8.0
Very Good
8,511 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,511 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.8
Good
1,339 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,511 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.6
Good
1,285 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,511 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,511 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

7.5
Good
664 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,511 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Heathrow. 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 London Heathrow?

    For a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 30 outbound flights to London Heathrow per day. 10 airlines have flights to London Heathrow from San Francisco on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at £489, Iberia will fly you from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport and back. In addition to Iberia, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Virgin Atlantic and Scandinavian Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £490 and £492, respectively. Users have found that Iberia is 25% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with WestJet, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £218. JetBlue flights start at £278 while deals on TAP AIR PORTUGAL start at £280 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

    Consider Air Canada (85%), Austrian Airlines (85%) or SWISS (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay £2,540 for a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £322 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - London Heathrow) is currently priced at £411.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Heathrow flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Heathrow 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 London Heathrow Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport (average of £112). Flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport in August is currently the most expensive (average of £161). 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 Heathrow

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FinnairCheapest£401Average£727FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest£447Average£459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£464Average£625FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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IberiaCheapest£470Average£617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£473Average£619FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Air CanadaCheapest£477Average£733FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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KLMCheapest£486Average£604FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest£499Average£791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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LufthansaCheapest£505Average£768FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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DeltaCheapest£561Average£665FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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