Cheap flights from London to Los Angeles

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From London to Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport, or LAX as it’s better known, is one of the biggest airports in the US – and your gateway to LA. This vast Californian city may be second to New York in size, bit it takes first place for glamour. It’s home to the iconic Hollywood sign, for one thing, as well as The Hollywood Walk of Fame. Rodeo Drive takes the crown for A-list shopping, and Venice Beach and Santa Monica beach are unmatched when it comes to people-watching. Then you’ve got the likes of Universal Studios Hollywood, the Griffith Observatory and The Getty Center to tick off, and we’ve barely scratched the surface. Book your flight from London to Los Angeles today – you’re going to need plenty of time for planning.

Are flight prices decreasing from London to Los Angeles due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both London and Los Angeles for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

Can I find flights from London to Los Angeles for under £300 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from London to Los Angeles for under £300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Virgin Atlantic for just £272, but on average you can expect to pay £273.

Are there direct flights from London to Los Angeles for under £300 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 3 direct flights from London to Los Angeles under £300. A good price for a non-stop flight from London to Los Angeles is less than £277.

Are there last-minute flights available from London to Los Angeles for under £400?

There are currently just 3 open flights from London to Los Angeles within the next 7 days for less than £400.

What days are direct flights available from London to Los Angeles?

Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this flight route?

This flight path from London to Los Angeles was viewed by 1,498 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

What percent of flights are delayed?

Flights from London to Los Angeles are usually delayed by 47 min, so prepare accordingly.

What is the cheapest airline for this route?

When searching, try setting your filters to view flights for British Airways, as currently they have the cheapest options available from London to Los Angeles. On average you can find 57 flights for this flight path daily.

How long does the flight from London to Los Angeles take?

Your journey will take you approximately 12 hours. Your flight will cover a distance of about 3,401 miles.

How many flights depart from London to Los Angeles on average per day?

67 flight departures from London to Los Angeles per day on average.
Morning (6am - Midday) - 40% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 60% of flight departures

Is London weather warmer or cooler than Los Angeles?

We forecast the temperature to be around the 32 °Cs in August, on average. The temperature in Los Angeles is generally hotter than in London. Book flights in a timely manner in correlation to your departure date.

How long is the flight from London to Los Angeles?

Flights from London to Los Angeles take around 11 hours and 20 minutes, so there’s plenty of time to work your way through a box set. The flight time will vary depending on your departure airport, and you can use the Search Flights box to compare all available options.

Which airlines operate flights from London to Los Angeles?

There are several popular airlines that operate London to Los Angeles flights including Lufthansa, Virgin Atlantic, Air New Zealand, United Airlines and British Airways.

How frequent are flights between London and Los Angeles?

You’ve got something in the region of 60 weekly flights from London to Los Angeles to choose from, so you’ll want to use the Search Flights function on this page to narrow these. When you’re planning your trip, bear in mind the time difference – London is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles.

Which airports serve London and Los Angeles?

You can book a London to Los Angeles flight from London Gatwick, London Luton, Heathrow, Stansted or London City airport.

Which direct flight route between London and Los Angeles is cheapest?

The cheapest route between London and Los Angeles is flying from London Gatwick Airport to LAX. Prices can vary significantly so it’s always worth comparing departure airports and factoring in additional costs in your destination. To find a cheap flight from London to Los Angeles, use the search box and add filters to narrow your results.

What is there to do in Los Angeles?

With London to Los Angeles flights you can wave goodbye to one great city and say hello to another. Known as the City of Angels, LA doesn’t do anything by halves. Splash the cash – that’d be US dollars – on Rodeo Drive, cruise along Sunset Boulevard, or take a trip to Disneyland in Anaheim. Whatever you do, you’ll probably want a car – most visitors hire one as public transport can be a bit hit and miss here. And you might want to pack your summer wardrobe. LA basks in over 300 days of sunshine a year, with lows of about 9 degrees in winter, so you can leave your thermal gear back in London. Trying to find a cheap flight from London to Los Angeles? Use the Search Flights function to get live flight info.