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Flights from San Francisco to London

Nonstop flights from San Francisco (SFO) to London (LHR) take about 11h 16m (8,616 km). United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic and British Airways fly it. Lowest fare seen: $316 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in London

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

British Airways Airbus A320 landing at Heathrow, London on a clear day. — arriving in London

Airport transfer

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Airlines flying San Francisco to London

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

✈ United Airlinesnonstop fare seen✈ Virgin Atlanticnonstop fare seen✈ British Airwaysnonstop fare seen

San Francisco to London fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Mar 2027, from $317 one-way. With stops: Nov 2026, from $239. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$64025 Oct 2026 · Virgin Atlantic$318 · 1 stop24 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$52425 Nov 2026 · Virgin Atlantic$239 · 2 stops25 Nov 2026
Mar 2027$3172 Mar 2027 · United Airlines$296 · 1 stop2 Mar 2027
Sept 2027$34127 Sept 2027 · British Airways$326 · 2 stops27 Sept 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $239 in November 2026, against $296 at best later on.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (San Francisco to London, 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 London

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UK 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 — San Francisco to London flights

How long is the flight from San Francisco to London?
A nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to London (LHR) takes about 11h 16m, covering 8,616 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 San Francisco from London by air?
The great-circle distance between San Francisco International Airport and London Heathrow Airport is 8,616 km (5,354 miles), a ultra long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to London?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the SFO–LHR route include United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic 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 San Francisco to London cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on SFO–LHR was $316 USD with United Airlines (nonstop), departing 10 Feb 2027, 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 San Francisco to London?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in November 2026 were cheapest, from $239 one-way, against $326 for September 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from San Francisco to London?
In the fares we saw (12 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $300 with one stop against $316 nonstop, a saving of $16. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from San Francisco to UK?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter UK 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 London?
UK 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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