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Flights from London to Los Angeles

Nonstop flights from London (LHR) to Los Angeles (LAX) take about 11h 27m (8,760 km). American Airlines, United Airlines and British Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $451 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying London to Los Angeles

Carriers on LHR–LAX according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ American Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ United Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen

London to Los Angeles fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Dec 2026, from $494 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $400. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$101931 Oct 2026 · United Airlines$500 · 2 stops31 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$71418 Nov 2026 · United Airlines$400 · 1 stop23 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$4941 Dec 2026 · United Airlines$401 · 1 stop3 Dec 2026
Jan 2027$6828 Jan 2027 · United Airlines$543 · 1 stop8 Jan 2027
Feb 2027$49416 Feb 2027 · United Airlines$440 · 1 stop16 Feb 2027
Apr 2027$49621 Apr 2027 · United Airlines$444 · 1 stop21 Apr 2027
Jun 2027$6707 Jun 2027 · American Airlines$472 · 1 stop7 Jun 2027
Sept 2027$58030 Sept 2027 · British Airways$468 · 1 stop16 Sept 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $400 for November 2026, $401 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 8 of 8 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (London to Los Angeles, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Los Angeles

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USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — London to Los Angeles flights

How long is the flight from London to Los Angeles?
A nonstop flight from London (LHR) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes about 11h 27m, covering 8,760 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is London from Los Angeles by air?
The great-circle distance between London Heathrow Airport and Los Angeles International Airport is 8,760 km (5,443 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from London to Los Angeles?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the LHR–LAX route include American Airlines, United Airlines and British Airways. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from London to Los Angeles cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on LHR–LAX was $451 USD with American Airlines (nonstop), departing 6 Dec 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Los Angeles?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $400 one-way, against $543 for January 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from London to Los Angeles?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $418 with one stop against $451 nonstop, a saving of $33. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from UK to USA?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter USA visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Los Angeles?
USA is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 12 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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