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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego from £437

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SAN
5 Jul — 12 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from London Heathrow to San Diego are usually found in January or February, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Heathrow to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Heathrow (LHR) to San Diego (SAN). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 June 2025.

Round-trip from

£456

One-way from

£437

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£564

Good round-trip deal

£472 or less

Good one-way deal

£404 or less
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 10/9-24/9
  • Nonstop
  • 21h 50m total
  • London to San Diego
6/9
  • 6/9
  • 3 total stops
  • 30h 13m total
  • London to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£85 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (£14 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from London Heathrow to San Diego.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from London Heathrow to San Diego.

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Cheapest flights from Heathrow to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Heathrow to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 June 2025.

Wed 10/911:30LHR - SAN
Nonstop11h 20mBritish Airways
Wed 24/919:50SAN - LHR
Nonstop10h 30mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/6£456
Tue 23/908:45LHR - SAN
2 stops18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/906:45SAN - LHR
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/6£457
Fri 31/1006:00LHR - SAN
2 stops23h 20mSWISS
Sat 15/1113:10SAN - LHR
2 stops22h 05mSWISS
Deal found 30/6£458
Wed 10/907:25LHR - SAN
1 stop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Wed 24/914:21SAN - LHR
2 stops13h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 30/6£458
Tue 2/906:55LHR - SAN
1 stop16h 30mLufthansa
Mon 22/916:11SAN - LHR
1 stop13h 59mLufthansa
Deal found 29/6£463
Mon 22/906:00LHR - SAN
2 stops21h 46mAustrian Airlines
Wed 8/1011:08SAN - LHR
1 stop16h 02mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 30/6£468
Sun 21/909:30LHR - SAN
1 stop18h 05mAir Canada
Wed 8/1008:10SAN - LHR
1 stop14h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 30/6£479

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Heathrow to San Diego 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 30 June 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Heathrow

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Wed 10/9

11:30-14:50

Nonstop11h 20m

San Diego

Wed 24/9

19:50-14:20

Nonstop10h 30m

£456

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Tue 23/9

08:45-19:35

2 stops18h 50m

San Diego

Tue 30/9

06:45-06:35

2 stops15h 50m

£457

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Fri 31/10

06:00-22:20

2 stops23h 20m

San Diego

Sat 15/11

13:10-19:15

2 stops22h 05m

£458

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Wed 10/9

07:25-15:25

1 stop16h 00m

San Diego

Wed 24/9

14:21-12:20

2 stops13h 59m

£458

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Tue 2/9

06:55-15:25

1 stop16h 30m

San Diego

Mon 22/9

16:11-14:10

1 stop13h 59m

£463

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Mon 22/9

06:00-19:46

2 stops21h 46m

San Diego

Wed 8/10

11:08-11:10

1 stop16h 02m

£468

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Sun 21/9

09:30-19:35

1 stop18h 05m

San Diego

Wed 8/10

08:10-06:30

1 stop14h 20m

£479

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Sat 6/9

13:25-11:38

3 stops30h 13m

£437

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Wed 27/8

11:30-14:50

Nonstop11h 20m

£454

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Tue 30/9

13:25-09:18

2 stops27h 53m

£470

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Heathrow to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 27 June 2025.

The best time to book flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego is 89 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego (average of £585). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of £920). 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 LHR to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Heathrow to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 June 2025.

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Heathrow to San Diego. 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 30 June 2025.

The most flights from LHR to SAN are scheduled on a Friday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated 30 June 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Austrian Airlines, andSWISS from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
8.0
Very Good

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Heathrow to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from London Heathrow?

    San Diego (SAN) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from London Heathrow to San Diego. You should not have trouble finding flights to San Diego from London Heathrow; the airport handles an average of 7 inbound flights from London Heathrow per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 11 airlines have flights to the San Diego airport from London Heathrow. It is only a 2.6 mi journey from San Diego (SAN) to San Diego’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego round-trip?

    Flying on British Airways is currently your cheapest option to San Diego, with prices starting at £456. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by SWISS and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £458 and £458, respectively. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego for 18% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is British Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £454. However, be on the lookout for offers from Aer Lingus and Lufthansa, as they are both options that can get you from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego consider choosing Iberia (89%), American Airlines (83%) or Alaska Airlines (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £379. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - San Diego) can be booked for £430 on average our data indicates £1,719 when flying from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Heathrow to San Diego that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Heathrow to San Diego flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Heathrow to San Diego?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Heathrow to San Diego.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Heathrow to San Diego?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Heathrow to San Diego 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 Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego (average of £585). Flying from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of £920). 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 Heathrow to San Diego

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air FranceCheapest£363Average£416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air CanadaCheapest£378Average£504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£389Average£541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£392Average£505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£398Average£489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£404Average£541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FinnairCheapest£415Average£557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£415Average£546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapest£430Average£583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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IberiaCheapest£465Average£597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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