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

As of May 2026, there are 667 flights per week flying from London to California. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sun, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

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

United Airlines, British Airways, and Lufthansa are the most popular carriers operating from London to California

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

As of May 2026, there are 95 flights per day flying from London to California. The most common time of day flights depart is 10:00a.m., with 51% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

Prices for flights from London to California are updated daily.

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

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to California.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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2:00 p.m. - 9:08 a.m.

LGW

LAX

27h 08m

1 stop

10:33 p.m. - 10:40 a.m.

LAX

LGW

28h 07m

1 stop

C$ 855Multiple Airlines

Mon, 22 Jun - Wed, 8 Jul

11:45 a.m. - 10:29 p.m.

LHR

SNA

18h 44m

2 stops

2:05 p.m. - 3:35 p.m.

SNA

LHR

17h 30m

1 stop

C$ 897Virgin Atlantic

Wed, 3 Jun - Mon, 8 Jun

6:30 a.m. - 5:48 p.m.

LHR

SNA

19h 18m

2 stops

9:10 p.m. - 6:20 a.m.

SNA

LHR

25h 10m

1 stop

C$ 898Delta

Fri, 29 May - Fri, 5 Jun

1:10 p.m. - 9:13 p.m.

LHR

SNA

16h 03m

1 stop

11:39 a.m. - 6:50 a.m.

SNA

LHR

35h 11m

1 stop

C$ 900British Airways

Wed, 14 Oct - Sun, 18 Oct

6:35 p.m. - 10:28 a.m.

LHR

SNA

23h 53m

1 stop

7:00 a.m. - 12:10 p.m.

SNA

LHR

21h 10m

1 stop

C$ 901Delta

Fri, 24 Jul - Fri, 31 Jul

10:35 a.m. - 10:36 p.m.

LGW

LAX

20h 01m

2 stops

6:25 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

LAX

LGW

13h 35m

1 stop

C$ 905Virgin Atlantic

Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep

6:30 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.

LHR

SFO

13h 20m

1 stop

4:45 p.m. - 10:55 a.m.

SFO

LHR

10h 10mdirect

C$ 931KLM

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

6:30 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.

LHR

SFO

13h 20m

1 stop

4:45 p.m. - 10:55 a.m.

SFO

LHR

10h 10mdirect

C$ 935KLM

Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov

8:40 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.

LHR

SFO

15h 35m

1 stop

12:15 p.m. - 10:10 a.m.

SFO

LHR

13h 55m

1 stop

C$ 939United Airlines

Fri, 15 May - Fri, 22 May

8:45 a.m. - 4:15 p.m.

LHR

SFO

15h 30m

1 stop

12:25 p.m. - 10:10 a.m.

SFO

LHR

13h 45m

1 stop

C$ 943United Airlines

Thu, 3 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep

LEVEL flights from London to California

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LEVEL

10 May

LGW9:10 a.m.London Gatwick

17h 00m

1 stop

LAX6:10 p.m.Los Angeles

31 May

LAX7:55 p.m.Los Angeles

28h 35m

1 stop

LGW8:30 a.m.London Gatwick

C$ 966

LEVEL

14 May

LGW1:35 p.m.London Gatwick

36h 35m

1 stop

LAX6:10 p.m.Los Angeles

23 May

LAX8:55 p.m.Los Angeles

27h 35m

1 stop

LGW8:30 a.m.London Gatwick

C$ 969

LEVEL

10 May

LGW9:10 a.m.London Gatwick

17h 00m

1 stop

LAX6:10 p.m.Los Angeles

31 May

LAX7:55 p.m.Los Angeles

28h 35m

1 stop

LGW8:30 a.m.London Gatwick

C$ 972

TAP AIR PORTUGAL flights from London to California

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TAP AIR PORTUGAL

3 Sep

LGW2:50 p.m.London Gatwick

31h 45m

1 stop

LAX2:35 p.m.Los Angeles

12 Sep

LAX4:55 p.m.Los Angeles

32h 50m

1 stop

LGW9:45 a.m.London Gatwick

C$ 1,006

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

28 Aug

LGW9:15 p.m.London Gatwick

25h 25m

2 stops

LAX2:40 p.m.Los Angeles

25 Sep

LAX4:40 p.m.Los Angeles

15h 00m

1 stop

LGW3:40 p.m.London Gatwick

C$ 1,012

TAP AIR PORTUGAL

7 May

LGW2:50 p.m.London Gatwick

31h 45m

1 stop

LAX2:35 p.m.Los Angeles

23 Feb

LAX5:15 p.m.Los Angeles

32h 35m

1 stop

LGW9:50 a.m.London Gatwick

C$ 1,131

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LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Mon 22/6

2:00 p.m.-9:08 a.m.

1 stop27h 08m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/7

10:33 p.m.-10:40 a.m.

1 stop28h 07m

C$ 855

LondonSanta Ana

LHR - SNA

LHRSNA

London Heathrow

Wed 3/6

11:45 a.m.-10:29 p.m.

2 stops18h 44m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/6

2:05 p.m.-3:35 p.m.

1 stop17h 30m

C$ 897

LondonSanta Ana

LHR - SNA

LHRSNA

London Heathrow

Fri 29/5

6:30 a.m.-5:48 p.m.

2 stops19h 18m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 5/6

9:10 p.m.-6:20 a.m.

1 stop25h 10m

C$ 898

LondonSanta Ana

LHR - SNA

LHRSNA

London Heathrow

Wed 14/10

1:10 p.m.-9:13 p.m.

1 stop16h 03m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 18/10

11:39 a.m.-6:50 a.m.

1 stop35h 11m

C$ 900

LondonSanta Ana

LHR - SNA

LHRSNA

London Heathrow

Fri 24/7

6:35 p.m.-10:28 a.m.

1 stop23h 53m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 31/7

7:00 a.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop21h 10m

C$ 901

LondonLos Angeles

LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Tue 1/9

10:35 a.m.-10:36 p.m.

2 stops20h 01m

Los Angeles

Wed 30/9

6:25 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

1 stop13h 35m

C$ 905

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LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Thu 29/10

6:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

1 stop13h 20m

San Francisco

Thu 5/11

4:45 p.m.-10:55 a.m.

Nonstop10h 10m

C$ 931

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Tue 27/10

6:30 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

1 stop13h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 3/11

4:45 p.m.-10:55 a.m.

Nonstop10h 10m

C$ 935

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Fri 15/5

8:40 a.m.-4:15 p.m.

1 stop15h 35m

San Francisco

Fri 22/5

12:15 p.m.-10:10 a.m.

1 stop13h 55m

C$ 939

LondonSan Francisco

LHR - SFO

LHRSFO

London Heathrow

Thu 3/9

8:45 a.m.-4:15 p.m.

1 stop15h 30m

San Francisco

Thu 10/9

12:25 p.m.-10:10 a.m.

1 stop13h 45m

C$ 943

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The cheapest month to fly to California from London is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 752, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to California in September, then February is your next best option. Flight prices from London to California during February average around C$ 766.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest London to California flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to California in the afternoon for as low as C$ 981. Flights to California are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of C$ 1,763. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest London to California flight route?

Fly from London Gatwick to Los Angeles Los Angeles for the best London - California flight prices

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 C$ 889 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 C$ 781 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on London to California flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between London to California.

Cheap London to California flight deals and tips

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Best price found	C$ 2,994
Fastest flight time	11h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in California	418 airports

The best one-way flight to California from London in the past 72 hours is C$ 2,994. The best round-trip flight deal from London to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 1,187.

The fastest flight from London to California takes 11h 05m

Direct flights go from London to California every day.

There are 418 airports in California. From London there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from London to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to California?
Prices for flights from London to California are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from London to California?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from London to California?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between London and California, the leading plane model is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner, making up 26.63% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A350-1000 with 19.40%, Airbus A380-800 with 12.93%, and Boeing 777 with 12.34%.

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from London to California?

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