Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Flying on Virgin Atlantic is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at £376. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Finnair, with the lowest prices starting at £393 and £400, respectively. Virgin Atlantic is priced at 26% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

Question 2

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Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London to San Francisco (average of £529). Flying from London to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £751). 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.

January

£430

February

£421

March

£450

April

£453

May

£465

June

£559

July

£598

August

£525

September

£473

October

£478

November

£438

December

£454

Question 3

When is the best time to book a flight from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from London to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 57 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Question 4

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

How recently were the London to San Francisco flight deals updated?

Accepted Answer

The London to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/5.

Question 6

What are the most popular airlines that fly from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Consider American Airlines, Air Canada or Air France when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from London to San Francisco.

Question 7

What are the most popular routes from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

When deciding which route to take from London to San Francisco consider London Heathrow - San Francisco, London City - San Francisco or London Gatwick - San Francisco as they are the most popular.

Question 8

What are the cheapest flights from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest flight price from London to San Francisco is £432. On average you can expect to pay £1,937. The most popular route, (London Heathrow - San Francisco), can usually be booked for £376.

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

Consider Air Canada (73%), Austrian Airlines (73%) or SWISS (73%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from London to San Francisco.

Question 10

Can I find flights from London to San Francisco for under £400 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there are multiple flights from London to San Francisco for under £400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Virgin Atlantic for just £376, but on average you can expect to pay £392.

Question 11

Are there nonstop flights from London to San Francisco for under £400 on Cheapflights?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from London to San Francisco under £400. A good price for a nonstop flight from London to San Francisco is less than £410.

Question 12

Are there last-minute flights available from London to San Francisco for under £400?

Accepted Answer

There are currently 20+ open flights from London to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than £400.

Question 13

Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Most of the time, London to San Francisco flights that have stopovers will stop in Dublin. Dublin is followed by New York in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from London to San Francisco.

Question 14

Where are the least popular stopover locations for London to San Francisco flights?

Accepted Answer

The least popular stopover on flights from London to San Francisco is Copenhagen.

Question 15

What are some popular things to do or see while on a stopover in Dublin?

Accepted Answer

Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Olympia Theatre, and Royal Hospital Kilmainham are currently the most popular points of interest in Dublin at the moment. Bord Gáis Energy Theatre, Olympia Theatre, and Royal Hospital Kilmainham can be accessed by travelling approximately 5.7 mi, 5.7 mi, and 6.1 mi, respectively from Dublin. Travellers can book a car hire at Dublin for about £18 per day to make their sightseeing more efficient.

Question 16

What are some popular points of interest to see during a stopover in New York?

Accepted Answer

Times Square, New York City Center, and Empire State Building are the most popular attractions in New York if you're in need of something to do during your stopover. Times Square, New York City Center, and Empire State Building can be accessed by travelling approximately 13.6 mi, 13.6 mi, and 13.2 mi, respectively from New York John F Kennedy Intl. Those looking to explore during their stopover in New York can hire a car from New York John F Kennedy Intl for about £47 per day.

Question 17

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Saturday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from London to San Francisco. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to San Francisco.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 58 days in advance, which can save you up to 16% on flights from London to San Francisco compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 58 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at £497. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from £561.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

February can be a great time to fly to San Francisco from London with a flight ticket averaging about £512. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as £327. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

Question 20

When is the cheapest time to fly from London to San Francisco (LON - SFO)?

Accepted Answer

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from London to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Question 21

What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from London?

Accepted Answer

San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from London to San Francisco. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Francisco from London; the airport handles an average of 31 inbound flights from London per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 21 airlines have flights to the San Francisco airport from London. It is only a 11.8 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.

Question 22

Accepted Answer

One of the most popular airlines travelling from London to San Francisco is Virgin Atlantic. Flights from Virgin Atlantic travelling this route typically cost £699.82 RT. This price is typically 54% cheaper than other airlines that offer London to San Francisco flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was £475. London Heathrow Airport is the most common London airport to take off from when flying to San Francisco. San Francisco Airport is the most popular arrival airport in San Francisco. When flying from London to San Francisco, Virgin Atlantic flights are 7% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Question 23

Accepted Answer

Air Canada is one of the most popular airlines used for those travelling from London to San Francisco. Flights from Air Canada travelling this route typically cost £772.45 RT. This price is typically 51% more expensive than other airlines that offer London to San Francisco flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was £456. The most popular departure airport in London when flying to San Francisco is London Heathrow Airport. The most popular airport to fly into when visiting San Francisco is San Francisco Airport. When flying from London to San Francisco, Air Canada flights are 4% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Question 24

What does LHR to SFO mean?

Accepted Answer

London Heathrow Airport is LHR and San Francisco Airport is SFO. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Stansted Airport (STN), London Luton Airport (LTN), London City Airport (LCY), London Southend Airport (SEN).

Question 25

Can I find deals for flights from London to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

Accepted Answer

The amount of baggage you can bring on your London to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

Question 26

Can I find deals on flights from London to San Francisco with specific airlines?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter London to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

Question 27

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 28

How can I find direct flights from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 29

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from London to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Question 30

Can I find deals for flights from London to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

Accepted Answer

Many airlines flying from London to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

Question 31

Can I find deals on last-minute flights from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on London to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

Question 32

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights goes through 900+ travel sites to look for the best flight deals for flights from London to San Francisco. Too many options? Cheapflights also provides filters for things like airlines, price ranges, and number of stops to help you make a decision easily.

Question 33

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Cheapflights taps into our reliable network of hundreds of airlines and travel agencies to find the best deals for flights from London to San Francisco for you. Better yet — we are completely free to use.

Question 34

Can Cheapflights find flights from London to San Francisco with no change fees?

Accepted Answer

Users can book flights with no change fees policies with our dedicated filters. Book flights from London to San Francisco flexibly with Cheapflights today.

Question 35

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from London to San Francisco become cheaper?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and it’s super simple to set up. Click the bell icon next to the flight deals above and provide a valid email address to enable Price Alerts. That’s it!

Question 36

What are the most eco-friendly airlines from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

If you are looking for flights to San Francisco from London that are eco-friendly, there are a couple of airlines that we can recommend. The recommended airlines are Brussels Airlines, Finnair, Jetblue and Singapore Airlines. If you choose to fly with Brussels Airlines, you will be flying with an airline that trains its pilots only to use one engine during taxiing and limited flaps while landing. This saves a lot of fuel. The fleet of aircraft for long-haul flights has also been replaced with models consuming 3.1% less fuel. Finnair is another great option for sustainable travel. They plan to cut their carbon emissions by 2025 by 50% from 2019’s level. This airline is also working on sustainable catering. Jetblue uses Airbus A320neos which improve fuel economy by 15%. This airline also uses Sharklets, which are wing tip devices that improve aerodynamics and reduce carbon emissions by 4%. Singapore Airlines is another great airline to fly with for eco-friendly travel. This airline is working on sustainable fuel and regularly replaces its planes with newer models that consume less fuel.

Question 37

How to fly more sustainably from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are many great ways to travel more sustainably to San Francisco from London. One of the best ways you can do this is by taking a direct flight. Taking a direct flight uses less fuel than taking a flight route with more than one stopover. If you can, you should also fly in economy class. The economy class takes up less room in the aircraft and therefore can hold more passengers. Another great eco-friendly way to travel is by packing light. The lighter you pack, the less fuel the aircraft will use. Flying with an airline that has sustainable travel methods in place is super beneficial for the planet. If you have the option, try to fly with Brussels Airlines, Finnair, Jetblue or Singapore Airlines.

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Norse Atlantic UK	Cheapest£213	Average£413	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
Air France	Cheapest£307	Average£472	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Scandinavian Airlines	Cheapest£326	Average£502	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	Cheapest£340	Average£414	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
Brussels Airlines	Cheapest£351	Average£464	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Brussels Airlines flights
American Airlines	Cheapest£353	Average£482	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%	Search American Airlines flights
KLM	Cheapest£363	Average£615	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search KLM flights
Air Canada	Cheapest£366	Average£511	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Air Canada flights
Delta	Cheapest£378	Average£557	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A	Search Delta flights
British Airways	Cheapest£380	Average£472	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time70%	Search British Airways flights

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