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Cheap flights from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport from £284

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 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — LHR
20 Nov — 27 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from San Francisco to London Heathrow are usually found in October or September, booked 29 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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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 943,810 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

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SFO - LHR

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San Francisco

Wed 22/1

22:35-20:45

1 stop14h 10m

London Heathrow

Mon 27/1

12:20-00:01

1 stop19h 41m

£479

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Wed 4/12

07:00-10:10

1 stop19h 10m

London Heathrow

Wed 11/12

09:30-20:59

2 stops19h 29m

£480

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Sat 30/11

17:30-16:00

1 stop14h 30m

London Heathrow

Sun 15/12

19:30-15:40

1 stop28h 10m

£482

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Wed 4/12

17:25-12:00

Nonstop10h 35m

London Heathrow

Tue 10/12

08:55-16:25

1 stop15h 30m

£483

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Mon 2/12

16:40-10:55

Nonstop10h 15m

London Heathrow

Fri 13/12

06:30-11:50

1 stop13h 20m

£486

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Mon 2/12

16:40-10:55

Nonstop10h 15m

London Heathrow

Fri 13/12

06:30-11:50

1 stop13h 20m

£487

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Tue 7/1

19:25-17:50

1 stop14h 25m

London Heathrow

Fri 17/1

08:55-16:25

1 stop15h 30m

£491

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Sun 8/12

16:27-13:30

1 stop13h 03m

London Heathrow

Tue 24/12

13:45-16:55

Nonstop11h 10m

£491

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Wed 8/1

20:40-15:15

Nonstop10h 35m

London Heathrow

Thu 23/1

15:20-18:45

Nonstop11h 25m

£498

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Wed 11/12

08:30-07:10

1 stop14h 40m

London Heathrow

Thu 9/1

11:10-21:42

1 stop18h 32m

£503

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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 15 November 2024.

Round-trip from

£385

One-way from

£284

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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • 29/11-10/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 35m total
  • San Francisco to London
6/12
  • 6/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 50m total
  • San Francisco to London
High demand for flights, 34% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 21% potential price drop

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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 15 November 2024.

Wed 4/1207:00SFO - LHR
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1209:30LHR - SFO
2 stops19h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/11£480
Mon 18/1117:30SFO - LHR
1 stop14h 30mScandinavian Airlines
Sun 24/1121:05LHR - SFO
2 stops26h 35mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 14/11£482
Wed 4/1217:25SFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/1208:55LHR - SFO
1 stop15h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/11£483
Mon 2/1216:40SFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 13/1206:30LHR - SFO
1 stop13h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 14/11£487
Tue 19/1112:40SFO - LHR
1 stop13h 05mDelta
Thu 28/1106:30LHR - SFO
1 stop13h 20mDelta
Deal found 14/11£491
Sun 8/1212:50SFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 35mLufthansa
Tue 24/1210:05LHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 14/11£494
Sun 1/1219:25SFO - LHR
1 stop14h 25mSWISS
Mon 9/1220:05LHR - SFO
1 stop28h 20mSWISS
Deal found 15/11£497
Wed 11/1208:30SFO - LHR
1 stop14h 40mAir Canada
Thu 9/111:10LHR - SFO
1 stop18h 32mAir Canada
Deal found 15/11£503
Sat 16/1108:25SFO - LHR
1 stop14h 55mIberia
Tue 26/1111:45LHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mIberia
Deal found 14/11£517
Tue 3/1212:00SFO - LHR
1 stop13h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 15/1207:50LHR - SFO
1 stop15h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 14/11£518
Fri 6/1217:30SFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 30mBritish Airways
Thu 12/1211:45LHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 15/11£519
Fri 6/1210:38SFO - LHR
1 stop13h 57mFinnair
Tue 10/1211:45LHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 15mFinnair
Deal found 15/11£523

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 8 November 2024.

Booking 29 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of £160). 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 15 November 2024.

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 20% 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 10 November 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 15 November 2024.

The most flights from SFO to LHR are scheduled on a Wednesday (31 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, 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 15 November 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to London, see what other customers have to say about Scandinavian Airlines, JetBlue and Virgin Atlantic. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.7
Good
1,304 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
1,638 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
662 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
3,434 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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 29 outbound flights to London Heathrow per day. 8 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 £385, TAP AIR PORTUGAL will fly you from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport and back. In addition to TAP AIR PORTUGAL, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Scandinavian Airlines and JetBlue - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £421 and £463, respectively. Users have found that TAP AIR PORTUGAL is 39% 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 Scandinavian Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £285. TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights start at £289 while deals on Virgin Atlantic start at £299 one-way.

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

    Consider KLM (81%), Aeromexico (78%) or Air Canada (76%) 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 £2,079 for a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport. The cheapest flight overall is £210 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - London Heathrow) is currently priced at £386.

  • 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of £160). 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Heathrow

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Heathrow. 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 943,810 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest£430Average£443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LufthansaCheapest£443Average£714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£446Average£585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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IberiaCheapest£453Average£607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£456Average£616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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United AirlinesCheapest£463Average£691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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KLMCheapest£468Average£655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest£541Average£734FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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