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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to California from £316

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 1/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — LAX
24 Jul — 31 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 24 June 2026.

Wed 26/809:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Mon 31/819:35
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 23/6£474
Fri 28/809:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Sun 6/919:35
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop28h 50m
SWISS
Deal found 24/6£475
Tue 3/1110:00
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop16h 25m
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 15/1106:30
LAX
-
LGW
2 stops18h 30m
Virgin Atlantic
Deal found 24/6£477
Sat 12/911:30
LGW
-
LAX
2 stops19h 51m
Iberia
Sat 26/917:50
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop18h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 24/6£477
Tue 8/920:40
LGW
-
LAX
2 stops31h 51m
Iberia
Sun 4/1017:50
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop18h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 23/6£478
Tue 8/909:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Fri 18/911:15
LAX
-
LGW
2 stops22h 35m
SWISS
Deal found 22/6£479
Sat 17/1018:35
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Mon 2/1119:10
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 40m
SWISS
Deal found 23/6£480
Tue 1/918:35
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Sun 13/919:35
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 21/6£480
Wed 8/718:35
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Mon 13/719:35
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 24/6£481
Tue 7/720:40
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop27h 25m
Iberia
Tue 28/717:50
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop18h 10m
Iberia
Deal found 23/6£482
Thu 3/914:30
LGW
-
LAX
2 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 13/919:35
LAX
-
LGW
2 stops18h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 23/6£483
Tue 20/1011:30
LGW
-
ONT
2 stops19h 36m
Iberia
Tue 10/1107:00
ONT
-
LGW
2 stops19h 50m
Iberia
Deal found 22/6£487

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 24 June 2026.

Round-trip from

£474

One-way from

£316

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£552

Good round-trip deal

£585 or less

Good one-way deal

£298 or less
SWISS
  • SWISS
  • 26/8-31/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 20m total
  • London to California
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1/9
  • 1/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 54h 31m total
  • London to California
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Gatwick Airport to California that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Thu 10/9

09:25-16:30

1 stop15h 05m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 18/9

11:15-17:50

2 stops22h 35m

£479

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Thu 3/9

11:30-19:37

2 stops40h 07m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 7/9

17:50-20:00

1 stop18h 10m

£508
Fastest return journey

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Sun 6/9

09:05-16:30

1 stop15h 25m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 8/12

19:10-17:50

1 stop14h 40m

£514

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Fri 28/8

10:25-21:56

2 stops19h 31m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 31/8

14:15-16:00

2 stops17h 45m

£526

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Tue 15/12

16:35-14:45

1 stop30h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 28/12

16:35-08:50

2 stops32h 15m

£537

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Fri 24/7

10:25-22:25

2 stops20h 00m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 31/7

14:09-16:00

2 stops17h 51m

£540

LondonSan Jose

LGW - SJC

LGWSJC

London Gatwick

Fri 14/8

10:25-22:50

2 stops20h 25m

San Jose

Thu 20/8

07:00-16:00

2 stops25h 00m

£542

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Tue 18/8

17:00-22:30

2 stops37h 30m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/9

14:15-16:00

2 stops41h 45m

£548

LondonSanta Ana

LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Tue 18/8

10:35-22:30

2 stops19h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 25/8

14:15-16:00

2 stops17h 45m

£555

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Mon 7/9

21:15-14:35

2 stops49h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 21/9

16:30-20:25

2 stops19h 55m

£570

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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 £116). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £417). 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 64 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 24 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from London Gatwick Airport to California, such as KLM,SWISS, andVirgin Atlantic. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
KLM
7.8
Good
1,530 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,971 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
690 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
Norse Atlantic UK
7.2
Good
KLM
7.8
Good
1,530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful
British Airways
6.7
Okay
8,070 reviews
KLM
7.8
Good
1,530 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.7

Overall

7.8

Boarding

7.8

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Anonymous,Apr 2026

OKC - ATL

Flight was ok - difficult as I had seat next to bathroom.. Food awful

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?

    SWISS, British Airways, and Delta can get you from London Gatwick Airport to California in just under 15h 05m. Your travel time can differ by up to 25h 02m. 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 £298. On average you can expect to pay £447. The most popular route, (London Gatwick - Los Angeles Los Angeles), can usually be booked for £390.

  • 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 £116). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to California in December is currently the most expensive (average of £417). 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 8 airlines flying from Gatwick to California

Discover the top 8 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 24 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£259Average£451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£358Average£477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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KLMCheapest£371Average£658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air FranceCheapest£374Average£520FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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American AirlinesCheapest£374Average£614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£384Average£526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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British AirwaysCheapest£386Average£667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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FinnairCheapest£407Average£487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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