How many flights depart from London to California on average per day?

The number of flights available between London and California is 101 per day as of September 2026. The most frequent departure time is 10:00AM, with 53% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

What airlines fly to California?

British Airways, United Airlines and Lufthansa are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from London according to our data. British Airways is the first choice among our users, with 45% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to California. Keep in mind that there are 14 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from London to California on average per week?

As of September 2026, 709 flights take off from London and land in California each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Fri, with 15% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to California?

American Airlines, SWISS, and Iberia are the most popular carriers operating from London to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to California?

Prices for flights from London to California refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to California?

The number of operators available for flights from London to California is 14 as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from London to California?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from London to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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8:40 am - 4:35 pmLHR London Heathrow-SFO San Francisco

15h 55m1 stop Zurich

2:45 pm - 11:50 amSFO San Francisco-LHR London Heathrow

14h 05m1 stop Vancouver Intl

$505United Airlines

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8:40 am - 4:35 pmLHR London Heathrow-SFO San Francisco

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5:40 pm - 11:15 amSFO San Francisco-LHR London Heathrow

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$505United Airlines

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13h 20m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl

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34h 40m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle

$543Virgin Atlantic

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17h 10m1 stop Boston Logan Intl

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13h 35m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl

$545Virgin Atlantic

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8:20 am - 11:45 amLHR London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles

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13h 30m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$546Iberia

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8:20 am - 11:45 amLHR London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles

11h 25mnonstop

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10h 40mnonstop

$546Iberia

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Sep 17

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1 stop17h 10m

$543

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10:00 am-6:25 pm

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2 stops21h 48m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of September is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from London averaging around $652.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from London to California is on a Thursday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as $699. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Sunday is $769.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $722. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $730 on average. Flights to California from London in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest London to California flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from London to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around $682 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from London for as low as $627 on momondo.

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on London to California flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$468
Fastest flight time	10h 45m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from London in the past 72 hours is $468. The best round-trip flight deal from London to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $505.

The fastest flight from London to California takes 10h 45m

Direct flights go from London to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From London there are direct flights to Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to California?
Prices for flights from London to California refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to California?
The number of operators available for flights from London to California is 14 as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from London to California?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from London to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The required travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from London to California?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from London to California is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (54.05% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-1000 (13.26%), Airbus A380-800 (12.02%), and Boeing 777 (6.87%).

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Delta	PriceFrom $396	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,568 reviews	Search Delta flights
TAP AIR PORTUGAL	PriceFrom $449	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,386 reviews	Search TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $474	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 8,222 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights
Aer Lingus	PriceFrom $478	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 1,758 reviews	Search Aer Lingus flights
Finnair	PriceFrom $487	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,429 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Air France	PriceFrom $494	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,650 reviews	Search Air France flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $496	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 10,211 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Scandinavian Airlines	PriceFrom $520	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,986 reviews	Search Scandinavian Airlines flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $522	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 694 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $524	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 8,214 reviews	Search British Airways flights

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