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Cheap flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego from £450

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 22/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LHR — SAN
7 Jul — 14 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 Monday 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 2 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£461

One-way from

£450

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£755

Good round-trip deal

£480 or less

Good one-way deal

£492 or less
British Airways
  • British Airways
  • 26/11-3/12
  • Nonstop
  • 21h 40m total
  • London to San Diego
22/7
  • 22/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 39h 44m 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 July 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 2 July 2025.

Wed 26/1112:50LHR - SAN
Nonstop11h 15mBritish Airways
Wed 3/1218:10SAN - LHR
Nonstop10h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 30/6£461
Thu 20/1108:45LHR - SAN
1 stop15h 00mLufthansa
Thu 27/1117:35SAN - LHR
1 stop14h 15mLufthansa
Deal found 1/7£464
Tue 16/906:00LHR - SAN
2 stops22h 19mAustrian Airlines
Mon 22/910:54SAN - LHR
2 stops37h 26mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 2/7£465
Tue 4/1108:55LHR - SAN
2 stops19h 33mSWISS
Wed 12/1116:04SAN - LHR
2 stops17h 46mSWISS
Deal found 1/7£468
Mon 25/820:55LHR - SAN
1 stop23h 05mVirgin Atlantic
Mon 8/921:56SAN - LHR
1 stop14h 04mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 1/7£470
Mon 25/807:25LHR - SAN
1 stop16h 00mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/920:11SAN - LHR
2 stops29h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/7£472
Sun 21/906:30LHR - SAN
2 stops17h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/908:10SAN - LHR
2 stops19h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/7£479
Fri 26/909:30LHR - SAN
1 stop18h 05mAir Canada
Fri 10/1008:10SAN - LHR
1 stop14h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 2/7£480
Mon 10/1114:55LHR - SAN
1 stop14h 59mAmerican Airlines
Mon 17/1117:02SAN - LHR
1 stop12h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/7£484
Mon 25/806:30LHR - SAN
2 stops19h 47mDelta
Wed 10/913:05SAN - LHR
1 stop15h 30mDelta
Deal found 2/7£489

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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 26/11

12:50-16:05

Nonstop11h 15m

San Diego

Wed 3/12

18:10-12:35

Nonstop10h 25m

£461

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Thu 20/11

08:45-15:45

1 stop15h 00m

San Diego

Wed 26/11

17:35-15:50

1 stop14h 15m

£464

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Tue 16/9

10:25-20:19

2 stops41h 54m

San Diego

Wed 24/9

08:00-06:55

1 stop14h 55m

£465

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Tue 4/11

08:55-20:28

2 stops19h 33m

San Diego

Wed 12/11

16:04-17:50

2 stops17h 46m

£468

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Mon 25/8

20:55-12:00

1 stop23h 05m

San Diego

Mon 8/9

21:56-20:00

1 stop14h 04m

£470

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Mon 25/8

07:25-15:25

1 stop16h 00m

San Diego

Mon 8/9

20:11-09:35

2 stops29h 24m

£472

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Sun 21/9

06:30-16:07

2 stops17h 37m

San Diego

Sun 28/9

08:10-11:50

2 stops19h 40m

£479

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Fri 26/9

09:30-19:35

1 stop18h 05m

San Diego

Fri 10/10

08:10-06:30

1 stop14h 20m

£480

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Mon 10/11

14:55-21:54

1 stop14h 59m

San Diego

Mon 17/11

17:02-13:20

1 stop12h 18m

£484

LondonSan Diego

LHR - SAN

LHRSAN

London Heathrow

Mon 25/8

06:30-18:17

2 stops19h 47m

San Diego

Wed 10/9

13:05-12:35

1 stop15h 30m

£489

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Best time to book a flight from Heathrow to San Diego

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Cheapflights Insights

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 2 July 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 2 July 2025.

The most flights from LHR to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

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 2 July 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.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

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 £461. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at £464 and £465, respectively. You may be able to fly from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego for 17% 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 £455. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Canada and WestJet, 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 American Airlines (80%), Alaska Airlines (80%) or British Airways (80%) 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 £380. While the most popular route (London Heathrow - San Diego) can be booked for £433 on average our data indicates £1,487 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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Air FranceCheapest£365Average£417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air CanadaCheapest£380Average£506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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British AirwaysCheapest£390Average£542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£393Average£507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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LufthansaCheapest£399Average£490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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United AirlinesCheapest£405Average£542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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FinnairCheapest£416Average£559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapest£416Average£548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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American AirlinesCheapest£431Average£585FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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IberiaCheapest£467Average£599FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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