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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to California from £287

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 20/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — LAX
11 Dec — 18 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 11 November 2025.

Fri 21/1116:40LGW - SFO
1 stop30h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 28/1119:10SFO - LGW
2 stops29h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/11£406
Thu 20/1116:00LGW - SFO
1 stop32h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 6/1216:35SFO - LGW
2 stops20h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/11£410
Wed 3/1216:35LGW - LAX
1 stop30h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 11/1216:45LAX - LGW
2 stops19h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/11£410
Thu 20/1116:00LGW - SFO
1 stop32h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 17/116:35SFO - LGW
2 stops20h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/11£413
Mon 17/1116:35LGW - LAX
1 stop30h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 29/1116:45LAX - LGW
1 stop33h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/11£416
Tue 18/1116:35LGW - SFO
1 stop29h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 10/1216:35SFO - LGW
1 stop33h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/11£422
Thu 4/1216:00LGW - SFO
1 stop32h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 10/1216:35SFO - LGW
2 stops33h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/11£425
Mon 17/1111:00LGW - LAX
2 stops36h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 2/1216:45LAX - LGW
1 stop33h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/11£427
Thu 20/1116:00LGW - SFO
1 stop32h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 1/1216:35SFO - LGW
2 stops20h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/11£428
Sun 7/1210:40LGW - SFO
1 stop35h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 14/116:35SFO - LGW
1 stop33h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/11£429
Sun 23/1110:40LGW - SFO
1 stop35h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 6/1216:35SFO - LGW
1 stop33h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/11£437
Thu 4/1216:00LGW - SFO
1 stop32h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 12/1219:10SFO - LGW
1 stop30h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 10/11£439

Cheap flight deals from Gatwick to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Gatwick to California flight deals. Data was last updated 11 November 2025.

Round-trip from

£393

One-way from

£287

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£476

Good round-trip deal

£432 or less

Good one-way deal

£373 or less
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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  • 4/5-14/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 60h 00m total
  • London to California
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20/11
  • 20/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 20m total
  • London to California
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to California 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 11 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to California that are best for you.

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Gatwick

Fly to

California

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonSan Jose

LGW - SJC

LGWSJC

London Gatwick

Fri 20/2

11:20-21:31

2 stops42h 11m

San Jose

Mon 23/2

14:12-07:30

2 stops57h 18m

£471

LondonOntario

LGW - ONT

LGWONT

London Gatwick

Thu 26/2

12:30-21:28

2 stops40h 58m

Ontario

Mon 2/3

23:59-07:30

2 stops23h 31m

£472

LondonOntario

LGW - ONT

LGWONT

London Gatwick

Thu 8/1

12:30-14:18

2 stops33h 48m

Ontario

Thu 22/1

23:59-07:30

2 stops23h 31m

£486

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Thu 5/3

18:40-16:30

1 stop29h 50m

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

20:25-17:50

1 stop14h 25m

£494

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Fri 10/4

21:15-14:40

2 stops25h 25m

Los Angeles

Fri 17/4

16:40-09:45

1 stop33h 05m

£495

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Tue 9/12

16:35-14:30

1 stop29h 55m

San Francisco

Sat 17/1

16:35-09:50

1 stop33h 15m

£510

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Thu 4/12

16:00-16:05

1 stop32h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 17/1

16:35-09:50

1 stop33h 15m

£515

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Thu 5/3

07:00-18:05

1 stop19h 05m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/3

20:55-23:20

1 stop19h 25m

£516

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Fri 5/12

16:40-14:45

1 stop30h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

16:35-15:45

1 stop15h 10m

£525

LondonSan Diego

LGW - SAN

LGWSAN

London Gatwick

Fri 5/12

14:00-09:48

1 stop27h 48m

San Diego

Thu 11/12

10:45-10:00

1 stop15h 15m

£526

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to California

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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 £243). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £437). 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 LGW to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 November 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from London Gatwick Airport to California in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 12% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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 11 November 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Gatwick Airport to California, such as SWISS, Virgin Atlantic, andNorse Atlantic UK. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,781 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Kristina,Nov 2024

ZRH - BER

Never got on the flight due to my first plane being so delayed
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,781 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,781 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Kristina,Nov 2024

ZRH - BER

Never got on the flight due to my first plane being so delayed
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
673 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,781 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Kristina,Nov 2024

ZRH - BER

Never got on the flight due to my first plane being so delayed
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,781 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Kristina,Nov 2024

ZRH - BER

Never got on the flight due to my first plane being so delayed
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,511 reviews
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,781 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.5

Entertainment

6.8

Food

7.1

Boarding

7.6

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Kristina,Nov 2024

ZRH - BER

Never got on the flight due to my first plane being so delayed

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?

    American Airlines, SWISS, and TAP AIR PORTUGAL can get you from London Gatwick Airport to California in just under 25h 25m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 46m. 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 cheapest airlines to fly from London Gatwick Airport to California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for LEVEL. According to our data, you can fly for as low as £345. Users have also found prices from £347 and £369 on British Airways and SWISS, respectively.

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

    Most travelers choose London Gatwick - Los Angeles, London Gatwick - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or London Gatwick - San Francisco 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 £286. On average you can expect to pay £770. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Los Angeles), can usually be booked for £347.

  • 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 £243). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £437). 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 11 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£300Average£490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£361Average£453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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British AirwaysCheapest£363Average£523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£375Average£472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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American AirlinesCheapest£375Average£478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£377Average£528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest£378Average£518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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KLMCheapest£390Average£651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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IberiaCheapest£398Average£477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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A.P.G.Cheapest£423Average£596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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