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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego from £437

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SAN
28 Jan — 4 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from London Heathrow to San Diego are usually found in January or February, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday 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 23 January 2025.

Round-trip from

£437

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£495

Good round-trip deal

£454 or less

Good one-way deal

£530 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 8/3-15/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 41h 10m total
  • London to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (£93 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£17 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip 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 23 January 2025.

Sat 8/307:40LHR - SAN
2 stops23h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 14/318:04SAN - LHR
1 stop30h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/1£437
Wed 12/212:50LHR - SAN
Nonstop11h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 19/218:10SAN - LHR
Nonstop10h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 22/1£438
Wed 26/206:35LHR - SAN
1 stop16h 50mLufthansa
Wed 5/310:00SAN - LHR
1 stop13h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 22/1£439
Sat 26/406:00LHR - SAN
2 stops20h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/510:30SAN - LHR
1 stop16h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/1£444
Mon 3/213:00LHR - SAN
1 stop34h 05mAir Canada
Sun 16/216:00SAN - LHR
1 stop34h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 22/1£448
Sat 1/209:25LHR - SAN
1 stop16h 52mFinnair
Thu 6/207:40SAN - LHR
2 stops15h 10mFinnair
Deal found 22/1£457
Sat 15/213:05LHR - SAN
2 stops41h 45mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 22/206:25SAN - LHR
2 stops40h 25mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 22/1£458
Mon 3/211:50LHR - SAN
1 stop17h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 16/208:25SAN - LHR
1 stop13h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 22/1£460
Mon 3/206:30LHR - SAN
2 stops19h 32mDelta
Sun 16/207:10SAN - LHR
1 stop19h 20mDelta
Deal found 22/1£461
Fri 31/112:20LHR - SAN
1 stop18h 32mAir France
Sun 2/214:26SAN - LHR
1 stop13h 14mAir France
Deal found 22/1£475
Wed 29/111:55LHR - SAN
1 stop16h 15mIberia
Wed 5/218:10SAN - LHR
Nonstop10h 25mIberia
Deal found 22/1£478
Wed 15/1008:45LHR - SAN
2 stops19h 31mSWISS
Sat 25/1007:00SAN - LHR
2 stops18h 05mSWISS
Deal found 22/1£533

Find flights from Heathrow to San Diego within your budget

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 23 January 2025.

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LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Sat 8/3

07:40-22:40

2 stops23h 00m

San Diego

Sat 15/3

06:15-07:25

1 stop18h 10m

£437

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Wed 12/2

12:50-16:05

Nonstop11h 15m

San Diego

Wed 19/2

18:10-12:35

Nonstop10h 25m

£438

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Wed 26/2

06:35-15:25

1 stop16h 50m

San Diego

Wed 5/3

10:00-07:25

1 stop13h 25m

£439

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Sat 26/4

06:00-18:56

2 stops20h 56m

San Diego

Sun 4/5

10:30-11:10

1 stop16h 40m

£444

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Mon 3/2

13:00-15:05

1 stop34h 05m

San Diego

Sun 16/2

16:00-10:10

1 stop34h 10m

£448

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Fri 7/2

12:50-16:05

Nonstop11h 15m

San Diego

Wed 12/2

06:15-07:20

1 stop17h 05m

£451

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Sat 15/2

09:10-22:50

2 stops21h 40m

San Diego

Sat 22/2

06:25-07:05

1 stop16h 40m

£458

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Mon 3/2

11:50-21:05

1 stop17h 15m

San Diego

Sun 16/2

08:25-06:20

1 stop13h 55m

£460

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Mon 3/2

06:30-18:02

2 stops19h 32m

San Diego

Sun 16/2

07:10-10:30

1 stop19h 20m

£461

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Mon 24/2

12:30-21:05

1 stop16h 35m

San Diego

Sun 9/3

13:35-11:10

1 stop14h 35m

£483

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Heathrow to San Diego

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

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 17 January 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 23 January 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 17% 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 21 January 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. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to San Diego. 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 23 January 2025.

The most flights from LHR to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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 23 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London to San Diego, such as Finnair, Air France and KLM. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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8,512 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

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1 / 10

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

8.0
Very Good
8,512 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,512 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,338 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,512 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
1,286 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,512 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
787 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,512 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
1,598 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,512 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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 5 inbound flights from London Heathrow per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 12 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 United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at £437. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by British Airways and Lufthansa, with the lowest prices starting at £438 and £439, respectively. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego for 29% 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 British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £461. However, be on the lookout for offers from Iberia 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 (69%), Alaska Airlines (69%) or Aer Lingus (69%) 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 £431. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - San Diego) can be booked for £402 on average our data indicates £1,141 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£404Average£463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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British AirwaysCheapest£422Average£602FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£435Average£589FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air CanadaCheapest£436Average£490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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LufthansaCheapest£447Average£566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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FinnairCheapest£458Average£638FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£462Average£618FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest£473Average£600FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest£478Average£535FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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IberiaCheapest£482Average£652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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