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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego from £278

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 10/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SAN
1 Apr — 8 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to San Diego are usually found in January or February, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to San Diego (SAN). 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 27 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£468

One-way from

£278

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£538

Good round-trip deal

£561 or less

Good one-way deal

£676 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 30/4-4/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 30h 30m total
  • London to San Diego
10/5
  • 10/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 34h 43m total
  • London to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (£79 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£15 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London Heathrow to San Diego.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London Heathrow to San Diego.

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 27 March 2025.

Wed 30/408:40LHR - SAN
2 stops19h 10mAir Canada
Sun 4/508:10SAN - LHR
1 stop14h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 26/3£465
Wed 30/407:25LHR - SAN
1 stop16h 00mLufthansa
Mon 5/511:10SAN - LHR
1 stop14h 30mLufthansa
Deal found 26/3£467
Sat 10/507:25LHR - SAN
1 stop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Tue 13/517:15SAN - LHR
1 stop14h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3£471
Thu 24/414:55LHR - SAN
Nonstop11h 05mBritish Airways
Thu 1/519:50SAN - LHR
Nonstop10h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 27/3£483
Mon 15/916:05LHR - SAN
2 stops36h 12mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 20/922:10SAN - LHR
1 stop13h 50mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 26/3£494
Wed 7/518:00LHR - SAN
2 stops55h 51mAustrian Airlines
Wed 14/508:10SAN - LHR
1 stop18h 30mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 27/3£496
Thu 24/414:55LHR - SAN
Nonstop11h 05mIberia
Thu 1/519:50SAN - LHR
Nonstop10h 30mIberia
Deal found 27/3£502
Mon 21/406:30LHR - SAN
2 stops18h 22mDelta
Mon 5/513:30SAN - LHR
2 stops15h 40mDelta
Deal found 26/3£503
Mon 21/411:30LHR - SAN
Nonstop11h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/516:43SAN - LHR
1 stop13h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 26/3£505
Fri 9/506:00LHR - SAN
2 stops24h 14mMultiple Airlines
Fri 30/511:15SAN - LHR
1 stop15h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3£507
Mon 21/406:15LHR - SAN
2 stops18h 37mAir France
Mon 5/511:02SAN - LHR
2 stops18h 43mAir France
Deal found 26/3£517
Fri 25/410:30LHR - SAN
1 stop15h 42mFinnair
Sat 3/519:50SAN - LHR
Nonstop10h 30mFinnair
Deal found 26/3£538

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to San Diego 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 27 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

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Heathrow

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San Diego

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Wed 30/4

08:40-19:50

2 stops19h 10m

San Diego

Sun 4/5

08:10-06:30

1 stop14h 20m

£465

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Wed 30/4

07:25-15:25

1 stop16h 00m

San Diego

Mon 5/5

11:10-09:40

1 stop14h 30m

£467

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Sat 10/5

07:25-15:25

1 stop16h 00m

San Diego

Tue 13/5

17:15-15:40

1 stop14h 25m

£471

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Thu 24/4

14:55-18:00

Nonstop11h 05m

San Diego

Thu 1/5

19:50-14:20

Nonstop10h 30m

£483

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Mon 15/9

16:05-20:17

2 stops36h 12m

San Diego

Sat 20/9

22:10-20:00

1 stop13h 50m

£494

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Wed 7/5

18:00-17:51

2 stops55h 51m

San Diego

Wed 14/5

08:10-10:40

1 stop18h 30m

£496

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Thu 24/4

14:55-18:00

Nonstop11h 05m

San Diego

Thu 1/5

19:50-14:20

Nonstop10h 30m

£502

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Mon 21/4

06:30-16:52

2 stops18h 22m

San Diego

Mon 5/5

13:30-13:30

2 stops16h 00m

£503

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Mon 21/4

11:30-14:50

Nonstop11h 20m

San Diego

Mon 5/5

16:43-14:25

1 stop13h 42m

£505

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Mon 21/4

06:15-16:52

2 stops18h 37m

San Diego

Mon 5/5

11:02-13:45

2 stops18h 43m

£517

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to San Diego

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego (average of £585). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of £920). 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 LHR to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 27 March 2025.

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at midday, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Heathrow to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 23 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their London Heathrow Airport to San Diego flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 58.0 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated 27 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to San Diego, such as Delta, Finnair and Austrian Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very Good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to San Diego. 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 into for flights to San Diego from London Heathrow?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from London Heathrow to San Diego. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Diego from London Heathrow; the airport handles an average of 3 inbound flights from London Heathrow per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 11 airlines have flights to the San Diego airport from London Heathrow. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city center.

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

    Flying on Lufthansa is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at £468. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and British Airways, with the lowest prices starting at £470 and £470, respectively. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego for 21% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is WestJet, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £336. However, be on the lookout for offers from Aer Lingus and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego consider choosing American Airlines (79%), Alaska Airlines (79%) or Aer Lingus (79%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £488. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - San Diego) can be booked for £436 on average our data indicates £1,726 when flying from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego (average of £585). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of £920). 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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Air FranceCheapest£386Average£442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£412Average£582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£416Average£561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air CanadaCheapest£417Average£508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapest£428Average£528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£430Average£576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FinnairCheapest£436Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£441Average£591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapest£457Average£538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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IberiaCheapest£476Average£634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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