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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to California from £349

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 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — LAX
10 Jun — 17 Jun1
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 May 2026.

Fri 4/909:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Sun 20/919:35
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 7/5£459
Mon 21/916:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop30h 20m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 29/916:45
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop33h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 8/5£462
Thu 28/514:00
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop36h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/723:00
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop27h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£463
Tue 9/610:35
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop16h 00m
Virgin Atlantic
Fri 10/715:15
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop16h 45m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 7/5£467
Wed 9/909:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Mon 21/919:35
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 10/5£469
Mon 22/614:00
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop27h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 8/722:33
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop24h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/5£470
Sat 12/916:30
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop29h 00m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 7/1117:15
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop32h 35m
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 9/5£473
Tue 26/510:35
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop19h 20m
Virgin Atlantic
Tue 2/618:25
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop13h 35m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 9/5£474
Mon 1/610:45
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop19h 27m
American Airlines
Tue 9/610:55
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop15h 45m
American Airlines
Deal found 8/5£476
Tue 1/909:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Wed 30/919:35
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 8/5£478
Tue 22/909:25
LGW
-
SFO
1 stop14h 50m
SWISS
Tue 29/919:35
SFO
-
LGW
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 7/5£497
Wed 2/909:25
LGW
-
SFO
1 stop14h 50m
SWISS
Wed 16/919:35
SFO
-
LGW
1 stop14h 20m
SWISS
Deal found 6/5£497

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 11 May 2026.

Round-trip from

£459

One-way from

£349

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£462

Good round-trip deal

£567 or less

Good one-way deal

£289 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 4/9-20/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 20m total
  • London to California
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27/5
  • 27/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 46m total
  • London to California
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£7 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 May 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Tue 21/7

17:00-22:25

2 stops37h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 27/7

06:45-09:40

2 stops18h 55m

£546

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Wed 22/7

17:00-22:25

2 stops37h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 18/8

06:45-09:25

2 stops18h 40m

£547

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Mon 17/8

10:25-22:06

2 stops19h 41m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 25/8

06:45-09:25

2 stops18h 40m

£554

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Wed 28/10

16:45-09:12

2 stops23h 27m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Thu 12/11

11:00-15:45

2 stops20h 45m

£561

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Fri 28/8

10:25-21:55

1 stop19h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 26/2

18:20-15:45

1 stop13h 25m

£569

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Fri 5/6

07:10-18:50

1 stop19h 40m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 8/6

20:50-08:30

1 stop27h 40m

£597

LondonSan Diego

LGW - SAN

LGWSAN

London Gatwick

Tue 26/5

14:00-20:41

1 stop38h 41m

San Diego

Mon 6/7

21:06-10:00

1 stop28h 54m

£621

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Thu 25/6

10:25-22:28

2 stops20h 03m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 29/6

14:05-16:00

2 stops17h 55m

£627

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Sat 6/6

19:40-14:30

1 stop26h 50m

San Francisco

Sun 21/6

16:30-14:40

1 stop14h 10m

£644

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Fri 24/7

17:00-16:55

2 stops31h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 31/7

14:09-16:00

2 stops17h 51m

£649

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Everything you need to know about your 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 65 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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 £112). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £404). 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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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 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Gatwick Airport to California, such as Finnair,SWISS, andNorse Atlantic UK. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
SWISS
7.6
Good
1,942 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,969 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,393 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Crew

8.2

Overall

7.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Vlad-Valentin,Jan 2026

LHR - YVR

baggage allowance was different between the outgoing and inbound flights

Related info for your journey

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

    Air France, Virgin Atlantic, and LEVEL can get you from London Gatwick Airport to California in just under 19h 40m. Your travel time can differ by up to 17h 45m. 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 £289. On average you can expect to pay £434. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Los Angeles Los Angeles), can usually be booked for £450.

  • 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 £112). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £404). 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 9 airlines flying from Gatwick to California

Discover the top 9 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 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest£235Average£484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£256Average£456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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British AirwaysCheapest£338Average£557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SWISSCheapest£347Average£438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£356Average£478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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FinnairCheapest£358Average£448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapest£362Average£525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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American AirlinesCheapest£362Average£596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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A.P.G.Cheapest£429Average£537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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