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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom to California from £314

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 26/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — LAX
30 Nov — 7 Dec1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from United Kingdom to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from United Kingdom to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 31 October 2025.

Wed 5/1116:35LGW - LAX
1 stop30h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 11/1116:45LAX - LGW
1 stop33h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 29/10£367
Thu 6/1106:00LHR - LAX
1 stop16h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu 13/1116:45LAX - LHR
1 stop20h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 30/10£371
Wed 5/1113:40LHR - LAX
1 stop33h 00mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 6/1216:45LAX - LHR
1 stop18h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 30/10£379
Wed 5/1116:35LGW - LAX
1 stop30h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 15/1116:45LAX - LGW
1 stop33h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 29/10£382
Thu 6/1106:00LHR - LAX
1 stop16h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 15/1116:45LAX - LHR
1 stop35h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 29/10£384
Wed 19/1106:00LHR - SFO
1 stop16h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 3/1216:35SFO - LHR
1 stop16h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 29/10£389
Sat 8/1106:00LHR - SFO
1 stop16h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 15/1116:35SFO - LHR
1 stop36h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 29/10£392
Tue 9/1210:40LGW - SFO
1 stop35h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 16/119:10SFO - LGW
1 stop30h 40mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 29/10£392
Fri 5/1219:55LHR - LAX
1 stop27h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 9/1216:45LAX - LHR
1 stop16h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 30/10£392
Wed 5/1118:30LHR - LAX
1 stop28h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 11/1116:45LAX - LHR
1 stop16h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 29/10£393
Mon 17/1116:35LGW - LAX
1 stop30h 25mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 2/1216:45LAX - LGW
1 stop33h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 29/10£396
Thu 4/1219:55LHR - SFO
1 stop28h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 10/1216:35SFO - LHR
1 stop16h 55mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 29/10£399

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for United Kingdom to California flight deals. Data was last updated 31 October 2025.

Round-trip from

£388

One-way from

£314

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£493

Good round-trip deal

£437 or less

Good one-way deal

£354 or less
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • 20/11-3/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 05m total
  • United Kingdom to California
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  • Austrian Airlines
  • 26/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 40m total
  • United Kingdom to California
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£8 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from United Kingdom 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 31 October 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to California that are best for you.

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United Kingdom

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California

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Depart

Return

Price

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Thu 26/2

06:30-22:38

2 stops24h 08m

Ontario

Mon 2/3

06:00-10:15

2 stops20h 15m

£424

LondonLos Angeles

STN - LAX

STNLAX

London Stansted

Wed 19/11

20:55-16:35

2 stops27h 40m

Los Angeles

Mon 24/11

08:30-20:55

2 stops28h 25m

£428

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Thu 26/2

11:45-11:38

2 stops31h 53m

Ontario

Mon 2/3

06:45-10:30

1 stop19h 45m

£437

LondonSanta Ana

LHR - SNA

LHRSNA

London Heathrow

Fri 27/3

08:55-18:50

1 stop16h 55m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 31/3

13:35-09:50

1 stop12h 15m

£437

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Thu 5/3

19:30-14:35

1 stop27h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

17:40-18:30

1 stop17h 50m

£442

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Wed 4/2

09:35-16:05

2 stops62h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 18/2

16:35-09:50

1 stop33h 15m

£444

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Thu 11/12

06:40-14:35

1 stop15h 55m

San Francisco

Mon 19/1

16:40-16:00

1 stop15h 20m

£445

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Wed 19/11

10:35-14:35

2 stops36h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 29/11

16:40-18:30

1 stop17h 50m

£445

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Sat 22/11

06:40-14:35

1 stop15h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 28/11

16:40-18:30

2 stops17h 50m

£445

LondonOntario

LHR - ONT

LHRONT

London Heathrow

Sat 21/3

15:05-22:38

1 stop14h 33m

Ontario

Sat 28/3

13:00-08:50

1 stop12h 50m

£451

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Best time to book a flight from United Kingdom to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United Kingdom to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from United Kingdom to California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to California (average of £243). Flying from United Kingdom to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £422). 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 GB to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from United Kingdom 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 31 October 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from United Kingdom to California in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 7% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from United Kingdom to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from United Kingdom to California. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their United Kingdom to California flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 31 October 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with KLM, Virgin Atlantic, andUnited Airlines from the United Kingdom to California by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
671 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,996 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,542 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,488 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,406 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.3

Crew

8.4

Comfort

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Abisola,Oct 2025

LOS - CDG

The food option was finished and what wa left was vegan pasta so I had to go without food for an 8 hour flight without any sort of empathy from crew that was mean.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to California?

    Virgin Atlantic, Delta, and Scandinavian Airlines can get you from United Kingdom to California in just under 24h 08m. Your travel time can differ by up to 7h 45m. United Kingdom and California are separated by a distance of 5407 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from United Kingdom to California one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with British Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £316. SWISS flights start at £317 while deals on Aer Lingus start at £320 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from United Kingdom to California?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom to California?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to California (average of £243). Flying from United Kingdom to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £422). 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 United Kingdom to California

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from United Kingdom 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 31 October 2025.
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DeltaCheapest£242Average£627FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FinnairCheapest£285Average£548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapest£297Average£528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£300Average£533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest£342Average£584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest£344Average£635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Brussels AirlinesCheapest£352Average£484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest£358Average£548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Austrian AirlinesCheapest£363Average£496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Air FranceCheapest£365Average£606FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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