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Cheap flights from the United Kingdom 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 13/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — LAX
29 Mar — 5 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from United Kingdom to California

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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 27 February 2026.

Thu 5/309:00
LHR
-
LAX
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/308:45
LAX
-
LHR
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2£347
Thu 19/306:35
LHR
-
LAX
1 stop16h 40m
Lufthansa
Sun 29/315:30
LAX
-
LHR
Nonstop10h 40m
Lufthansa
Deal found 24/2£348
Thu 5/309:00
LHR
-
LAX
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/308:45
LAX
-
LHR
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2£350
Thu 5/309:00
LHR
-
LAX
1 stop15h 35m
SWISS
Mon 16/320:10
LAX
-
LHR
1 stop14h 40m
SWISS
Deal found 24/2£350
Sun 8/309:00
LHR
-
LAX
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/308:45
LAX
-
LHR
1 stop14h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/2£351
Thu 5/309:00
LHR
-
LAX
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 1/415:30
LAX
-
LHR
Nonstop10h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2£352
Wed 4/309:00
LHR
-
LAX
1 stop15h 35m
United Airlines
Sun 15/320:00
LAX
-
LHR
Nonstop10h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 23/2£353
Tue 3/309:00
LHR
-
LAX
1 stop15h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 11/320:00
LAX
-
LHR
Nonstop10h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 24/2£354
Thu 5/306:30
LHR
-
LAX
1 stop14h 35m
Lufthansa
Wed 18/320:00
LAX
-
LHR
Nonstop10h 30m
Lufthansa
Deal found 25/2£355
Mon 16/318:40
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Mon 30/319:35
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 24/2£355
Thu 12/318:40
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop29h 55m
SWISS
Mon 16/320:10
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 40m
SWISS
Deal found 26/2£357
Tue 14/409:25
LGW
-
LAX
1 stop15h 05m
SWISS
Sun 19/419:35
LAX
-
LGW
1 stop14h 15m
SWISS
Deal found 25/2£362

Find 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 27 February 2026.

Round-trip from

£347

One-way from

£316

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£398

Good round-trip deal

£388 or less

Good one-way deal

£347 or less
Lufthansa
  • Lufthansa
  • 16/3-30/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 15m total
  • United Kingdom to California
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13/4
  • 13/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 42h 59m 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 27 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from the United Kingdom to California that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonLos Angeles

LHR - LAX

LHRLAX

London Heathrow

Tue 14/4

08:45-16:30

1 stop15h 45m

Los Angeles

Fri 24/4

15:40-14:10

1 stop14h 30m

£366

LondonLos Angeles

LHR - LAX

LHRLAX

London Heathrow

Thu 16/4

07:25-15:15

1 stop15h 50m

Los Angeles

Sat 25/4

15:30-10:10

Nonstop10h 40m

£369

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Thu 28/5

08:45-16:15

1 stop15h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 4/6

05:00-09:40

1 stop20h 40m

£379

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Wed 11/3

13:45-18:00

Nonstop11h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 16/3

13:50-07:25

Nonstop10h 35m

£381

LondonLos Angeles

LHR - LAX

LHRLAX

London Heathrow

Wed 1/4

06:55-20:55

2 stops22h 00m

Los Angeles

Sat 30/5

23:15-21:35

1 stop14h 20m

£386

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Fri 1/5

16:15-19:20

Nonstop11h 05m

San Francisco

Fri 8/5

12:50-07:25

Nonstop10h 35m

£393

LondonLos Angeles

LHR - LAX

LHRLAX

London Heathrow

Tue 31/3

11:25-20:09

2 stops16h 44m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/4

10:15-07:40

1 stop13h 25m

£398

LondonLos Angeles

LHR - LAX

LHRLAX

London Heathrow

Wed 25/3

07:40-17:27

1 stop16h 47m

Los Angeles

Fri 17/4

12:55-09:40

1 stop12h 45m

£398

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Tue 26/5

18:40-16:15

1 stop29h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 2/6

14:20-16:35

2 stops18h 15m

£404

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Mon 9/3

07:00-17:30

2 stops17h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 16/3

20:25-21:25

2 stops18h 00m

£407

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to California (average of £234). Flying from United Kingdom to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £387). 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 27 February 2026.

When flying from United Kingdom to California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to California

Explore weekly flight availability from United Kingdom to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 27 February 2026.

The most flights from GB0 to USCA are scheduled on a Wednesday (50 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (46 on average).

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 27 February 2026.
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
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
KLM
7.7
Good
1,460 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
679 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,351 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,815 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,772 reviews
KLM
7.7
Good
1,460 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.8

Comfort

7.6

Food

7.3

Overall

7.7

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2026

EZE - SCL

It was a short trip The aeroplane was delay I arrived in Chile late and I lost my fly with Qantas

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?

    United Airlines, Lufthansa, and SWISS can get you from United Kingdom to California in just under 15h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 13h 50m. United Kingdom and California are separated by a distance of 5439 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 Norse Atlantic UK, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £162. TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights start at £199 while deals on Vueling start at £206 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from United Kingdom to California (average of £234). Flying from United Kingdom to California in July is currently the most expensive (average of £387). 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 27 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IberiaCheapest£181Average£555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapest£234Average£637FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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DeltaCheapest£236Average£646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SWISSCheapest£275Average£518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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FinnairCheapest£277Average£537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Norse Atlantic UKCheapest£278Average£493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Brussels AirlinesCheapest£330Average£476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Aer LingusCheapest£331Average£726FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Air CanadaCheapest£333Average£562FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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United AirlinesCheapest£335Average£566FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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