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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to California from £327

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 23/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — LAX
13 Jul — 20 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to California

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 June 2026.

Tue 30/612:20
LGW
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ONT
2 stops42h 16m
American Airlines
Mon 3/813:11
ONT
-
LGW
2 stops33h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 10/6£460
Fri 2/1017:00
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Sat 10/1018:25
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop13h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/6£493
Wed 1/709:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Mon 13/719:35
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 10/6£494
Sat 10/1017:00
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop26h 40m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 10/1113:00
LAX
-
LGW
2 stops18h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 12/6£494
Sat 3/1009:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Fri 13/1119:10
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 40m
SWISS
Deal found 11/6£495
Fri 18/910:25
LGW
-
LAX
2 stops21h 27m
Virgin Atlantic
Wed 23/911:15
LAX
-
LGW
2 stops20h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 10/6£496
Thu 8/1010:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop16h 19m
Delta
Thu 15/1018:25
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop13h 35m
Delta
Deal found 8/6£497
Fri 11/909:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Fri 2/1019:35
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 12/6£497
Thu 1/1009:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Wed 14/1019:35
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 10/6£498
Sat 12/921:15
LGW
-
LAX
2 stops24h 15m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 14/1117:15
LAX
-
LGW
2 stops19h 25m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 11/6£499
Mon 7/910:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop16h 15m
Delta
Thu 11/218:20
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop13h 25m
Delta
Deal found 8/6£500
Thu 25/614:30
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop26h 38m
American Airlines
Fri 7/806:30
LAX
-
LGW
2 stops20h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 9/6£500

Find flight deals from Gatwick to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gatwick to California flight deals. Data was last updated 13 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£460

One-way from

£327

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£539

Good round-trip deal

£576 or less

Good one-way deal

£294 or less
American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 30/6-3/8
  • 4 total stops
  • 75h 40m total
  • London to California
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23/9
  • 23/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 40m total
  • London to California
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LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Wed 24/6

20:40-11:22

2 stops46h 42m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 27/7

22:23-10:50

2 stops28h 27m

£514

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Tue 7/7

20:40-00:54

2 stops36h 14m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 6/8

17:50-20:00

1 stop18h 10m

£515

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Thu 9/7

10:25-00:33

2 stops22h 08m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 16/7

10:34-16:00

2 stops21h 26m

£517

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Tue 8/9

17:00-22:14

2 stops37h 14m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 29/9

08:10-16:00

2 stops23h 50m

£518

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Fri 11/9

10:25-22:29

2 stops20h 04m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 21/9

06:45-09:40

2 stops18h 55m

£518

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Thu 9/7

10:25-22:30

2 stops20h 05m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 20/7

08:00-09:40

2 stops17h 40m

£528

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Sat 11/7

10:25-22:30

2 stops20h 05m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/8

14:09-16:00

2 stops17h 51m

£528

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Fri 10/7

10:25-23:53

2 stops21h 28m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 13/7

18:25-16:00

1 stop13h 35m

£529

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Fri 3/7

10:25-23:54

2 stops21h 29m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 13/7

06:40-09:40

2 stops19h 00m

£530

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Sat 26/9

10:25-22:29

2 stops20h 04m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 31/10

06:45-09:00

2 stops19h 15m

£542

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to California (average of £114). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £411). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to California?

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to California?

The price you pay for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to California may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 75 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated 13 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Gatwick Airport to California, such as Air France,SWISS, andVirgin Atlantic. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,605 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Air France
7.5
Good
1,605 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,605 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,968 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,605 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
689 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,605 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good
Air France
7.5
Good
1,605 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,047 reviews
Air France
7.5
Good
1,605 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Grace,Apr 2026

JFK - CDG

Leg room was a bit tight and I had a hard time recovering a lost item but otherwise, great flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to California?

    British Airways, Delta, and Air France can get you from London Gatwick Airport to California in just under 22h 08m. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h 34m. Airlines will cover a distance of 5463 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from London Gatwick Airport to California?

    Most travelers choose London Gatwick - Los Angeles Los Angeles, London Gatwick - San Francisco or London Gatwick - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl when deciding on the best route from London Gatwick Airport to California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport to California?

    The cheapest flight price from London Gatwick Airport to California is £293. On average you can expect to pay £441. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Los Angeles Los Angeles), can usually be booked for £389.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Gatwick to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to California?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to California 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 Gatwick Airport to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to California (average of £114). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £411). 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 Gatwick to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Gatwick to California. 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 13 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest£239Average£499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£256Average£456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£353Average£470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£362Average£505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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KLMCheapest£366Average£649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£368Average£533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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American AirlinesCheapest£368Average£605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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FinnairCheapest£371Average£480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£380Average£657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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A.P.G.Cheapest£415Average£583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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