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Cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to San Francisco from £368

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 16/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGW — SFO
16 Jan — 23 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Gatwick to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Gatwick to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 December 2025.

Thu 25/1216:00LGW - SFO
1 stop32h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 17/116:35SFO - LGW
2 stops20h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 15/12£480
Thu 25/1216:00LGW - SFO
1 stop32h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 19/116:35SFO - LGW
1 stop15h 10mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 16/12£507
Thu 25/1216:00LGW - SFO
1 stop32h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 21/116:35SFO - LGW
1 stop33h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 16/12£513
Thu 25/1216:00LGW - SFO
1 stop32h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat 24/116:35SFO - LGW
1 stop33h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 15/12£527
Wed 24/1209:35LGW - SFO
2 stops62h 30mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Wed 14/116:35SFO - LGW
1 stop33h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 15/12£586
Thu 25/1216:00LGW - SFO
1 stop32h 05mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon 29/1216:35SFO - LGW
1 stop33h 15mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 16/12£592
Thu 25/1219:40LGW - SFO
2 stops28h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 25/122:20SFO - LGW
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/12£599

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Gatwick (LGW) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 17 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£472

One-way from

£368

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£474
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • TAP AIR PORTUGAL
  • 30/1-6/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 30m total
  • London to San Francisco
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16/1
  • 16/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 40m total
  • London to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price (£125 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (£24 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Gatwick to San Francisco 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 17 December 2025.
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Gatwick

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LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Sat 31/1

10:10-14:35

2 stops60h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 7/2

16:35-09:50

1 stop33h 15m

£492

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Wed 4/3

13:00-16:51

1 stop35h 51m

San Francisco

Tue 17/3

06:29-06:00

1 stop16h 31m

£504

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Sat 21/3

10:10-15:35

2 stops60h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 10/4

20:20-11:20

2 stops31h 00m

£518

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Thu 19/3

16:00-17:05

1 stop32h 05m

San Francisco

Sat 21/3

17:35-09:50

1 stop33h 15m

£545

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Tue 2/6

07:20-18:00

1 stop18h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 16/6

19:45-08:30

1 stop28h 45m

£571

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Wed 29/4

16:25-16:35

1 stop32h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 23/5

19:35-09:45

1 stop30h 10m

£594

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Fri 30/1

18:40-16:30

1 stop29h 50m

£374

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Sat 14/2

19:40-19:47

2 stops32h 07m

£375

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Sun 1/2

06:55-16:30

2 stops17h 35m

£376

LondonSan Francisco

LGW - SFO

LGWSFO

London Gatwick

Mon 15/6

10:55-14:55

1 stop36h 00m

£380

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Best time to book a flight from Gatwick to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from London Gatwick Airport to San Francisco

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to San Francisco (average of £358). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £487). 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 LGW to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Gatwick to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 December 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from London Gatwick Airport to San Francisco at midday. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated 17 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Finnair, SWISS, andVirgin Atlantic from London Gatwick Airport to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,338 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,814 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
675 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
7.2
Good
2,091 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.
British Airways
6.7
Okay
7,583 reviews
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,338 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.4

Boarding

7.6

Food

6.7

Entertainment

6.9

Crew

8.1

Overall

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2025

FRA - DFW

I was lucky I had a seet without no one next to me My vegetarian meal was excellent. The service very good. Although there was a lot of turbulences during the flight, the landing was very soft and took away all our apprehension.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Gatwick to San Francisco. 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 Francisco from London Gatwick?

    If you book a flight to San Francisco from London Gatwick, you will be flying to San Francisco, which is the city’s only airport. San Francisco (SFO) is located 11.8 mi from the center of San Francisco. There are 0 flights from London Gatwick to San Francisco per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from London Gatwick Airport to San Francisco?

    For as low as £492, TAP AIR PORTUGAL can have you in San Francisco from London Gatwick Airport in 60h 25m. London Gatwick Airport and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 5374 mi.

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

    Currently priced at £374, Finnair will fly you from London Gatwick Airport to San Francisco and back. In addition to Finnair, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from British Airways and SWISS - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £384 and £385, respectively. Users have found that Finnair is 26% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Gatwick to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Gatwick to San Francisco?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Gatwick to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Gatwick to San Francisco 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 Gatwick Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to San Francisco (average of £358). Flying from London Gatwick Airport to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £487). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FinnairCheapest£374Average£449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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British AirwaysCheapest£384Average£502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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SWISSCheapest£385Average£473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Virgin AtlanticCheapest£388Average£503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest£389Average£459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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