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$388+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Heathrow (LHR)

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SFO — LHR
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Heathrow (LHR). 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 March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$606
(oojo)

One-way from

$388
(Jetabroad)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$690

Good round-trip deal

$712 or less

Good one-way deal

$466 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Heathrow
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Heathrow. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/157:40 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop18h 00mScandinavian Airlines
Tue 5/69:05 pmLHR - SFO
2 stops27h 25mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 3/27$606
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/24:35 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop12h 45mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/158:45 amLHR - SFO
1 stop15h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$609
This CrystalTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CrystalTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/24:05 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 20mVirgin Atlantic
Tue 4/156:30 amLHR - SFO
1 stop13h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 3/27$625
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Sun 4/64:05 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 20mKLM
Tue 4/2211:15 amLHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 00mKLM
Deal found 3/27$629
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Thu 9/254:20 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop21h 45mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 10/146:45 pmLHR - SFO
1 stop27h 50mTAP AIR PORTUGAL
Deal found 3/27$631
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Sun 4/65:45 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop14h 10mAer Lingus
Tue 4/229:50 amLHR - SFO
1 stop14h 05mAer Lingus
Deal found 3/27$638
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/227:30 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 25mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/309:50 amLHR - SFO
1 stop13h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$642
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Mon 4/287:30 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 25mBritish Airways
Wed 5/72:15 pmLHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 3/27$649
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Wed 4/163:55 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/3012:10 pmLHR - SFO
1 stop36h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$650
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Tue 4/84:05 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 20mDelta
Thu 4/176:30 amLHR - SFO
1 stop13h 15mDelta
Deal found 3/28$654
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Tue 4/84:20 pmSFO - LHR
Nonstop10h 35mFinnair
Tue 4/2910:45 amLHR - SFO
Nonstop11h 05mFinnair
Deal found 3/27$659
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/64:35 pmSFO - LHR
1 stop12h 45mAir Canada
Tue 4/229:30 amLHR - SFO
2 stops18h 37mAir Canada
Deal found 3/27$662

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Heathrow 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport that are best for you.

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SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Tue 4/15

7:40 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop18h 00m

London Heathrow

Tue 5/6

9:05 pm-4:30 pm

2 stops27h 25m

$606

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

1:00 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop16h 20m

London Heathrow

Tue 4/29

6:00 am-4:10 pm

1 stop18h 10m

$628

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

5:45 pm-2:55 pm

1 stop13h 10m

London Heathrow

Tue 5/6

7:40 am-3:55 pm

1 stop16h 15m

$633

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

7:30 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 25m

London Heathrow

Tue 4/29

7:40 am-3:45 pm

1 stop16h 05m

$642

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Wed 4/16

3:55 pm-10:25 am

Nonstop10h 30m

London Heathrow

Tue 4/22

8:45 am-4:10 pm

1 stop15h 25m

$650

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

4:05 pm-10:25 am

Nonstop10h 20m

London Heathrow

Thu 4/17

6:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop13h 15m

$654

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Tue 4/8

4:20 pm-10:55 am

Nonstop10h 35m

London Heathrow

Tue 4/22

10:45 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$658

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

4:35 pm-11:00 am

Nonstop10h 25m

London Heathrow

Fri 9/26

2:15 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop11h 10m

$671

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

7:30 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop10h 25m

London Heathrow

Thu 5/1

10:45 am-1:50 pm

Nonstop11h 05m

$697

San FranciscoLondon

SFO - LHR

SFOLHR

San Francisco

Sun 4/27

7:30 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop14h 20m

London Heathrow

Sun 5/4

7:15 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops52h 55m

$705

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to Heathrow in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
ScholarTripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Thrive TravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-London Heathrow Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-London Heathrow Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-London Heathrow Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-London Heathrow Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Francisco-London Heathrow Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport trip
Airlines
United Airlines

United's Polaris Business Class features lie-flat seats and Saks Fifth Avenue bedding.


United's Premium Plus offers bigger seats, upgraded meals, and two checked bags.

Read more about United Airlinesby Harriet Baskas
British Airways

British Airways' Club Suite offers solo pods with a door for privacy.


BA's World Traveller Plus offers extra legroom and upgraded service in a dedicated cabin.

Read more about British Airwaysby Gabriel Leigh
Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic's Economy Delight offers extra legroom, priority boarding, and a free checked bag.


Virgin Atlantic's Upper Class includes lie-flat beds and a four-course meal.

Read more about Virgin Atlanticby Blane Bachelor
Lufthansa

Lufthansa's Allegris cabins offer 31-inch pitch and adjustable headrests for enhanced comfort.


Lufthansa's Sleeper’s Row lets you spread across three seats with a mattress and blanket.

Read more about Lufthansaby Blane Bachelor
Airports
SFO

Save time by ordering meals for pickup from restaurants participating in the SFO2Go program during busy times.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
LHR

The Heathrow Express is the fastest way to central London, reaching Paddington Station quickly for further connections.

Read more about LHRby Ramsey Qubein
Our travel experts
Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on British Airways

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Virgin Atlantic and Lufthansa

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LHR

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Heathrow

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Heathrow from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 64 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport (average of $661). Flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,115). 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 SFO to LHR?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Heathrow. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 11% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Heathrow. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in London Heathrow Airport ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit London Heathrow Airport when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in Heathrow by month

Plan your trip to Heathrow by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to London Heathrow Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 39.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Heathrow

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Heathrow. 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 Heathrow. Reviews last updated March 28, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, Alaska Airlines and KLM from San Francisco to London have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,321 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,267 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Austrian Airlines
7.5
Good
769 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to London Heathrow?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow. You should not have trouble finding flights to London Heathrow from San Francisco; the airport handles an average of 13 outbound flights to London Heathrow per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 18 airlines have flights from the San Francisco airport to London Heathrow. It is only a 11.8 mi journey to San Francisco (SFO) from San Francisco’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport is Scandinavian Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $606 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Virgin Atlantic and KLM, starting at $625 and $629 round-trip. Users have found that Scandinavian Airlines is 23% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport are Scandinavian Airlines ($388), JetBlue ($394), and SWISS ($395).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

    Consider United Airlines (86%), Iberia (86%) or American Airlines (84%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport? While on average our users pay $2,960, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $400. The most popular route (San Francisco - London Heathrow), is priced around $506.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport?

    San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport flights have a layover in Los Angeles most of the time. San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport flights stop in New York the next most. Copenhagen comes next as the third most popular layover location for San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport flights.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Los Angeles?

    Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live are currently the most popular points of interest in Los Angeles at the moment. Hollywood Bowl, Hollywood Walk of Fame, and L.A. Live can be accessed by traveling approximately 12.5 mi, 11.7 mi, and 10.8 mi, respectively from Los Angeles. Those on a layover in Los Angeles in need of a rental car can book one at Los Angeles for about $38.

  • What are some popular points of interest to see during a layover in New York?

    Most New York visitors opt to spend their time at Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden. Travelers on a layover in New York can visit Times Square, New York City Center, and Madison Square Garden, by traveling 13.6 mi, 13.6 mi, and 13.6 mi, respectively after landing at New York John F Kennedy Intl. Those on a layover in New York in need of a rental car can book one at New York John F Kennedy Intl for about $60.

  • What are points of interest worth seeing during a layover in Copenhagen?

    Copenhagen travelers tend to visit Tivoli, Kongens Nytorv, and Rådhuspladsen more than any other attractions. Tivoli, Kongens Nytorv, and Rådhuspladsen can be accessed by traveling approximately 5.3 mi, 5.1 mi, and 5.2 mi, respectively from Kastrup Copenhagen. Those landing in Copenhagen looking to spend some time exploring during their layover can rent a car for about $33 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport flights?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in London Heathrow Airport layover in Seattle least frequently. Dublin sees the next fewest layovers on San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport flights. Salt Lake City comes in third to last in terms of the least popular layover locations on San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport flights.

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

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

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

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Heathrow.

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport (average of $661). Flying from San Francisco to London Heathrow Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,115). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from San Francisco to Heathrow

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Heathrow. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Scandinavian AirlinesCheapest$316Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
FinnairCheapest$465Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
TAP AIR PORTUGALCheapest$491Average$597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SWISSCheapest$555Average$696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Aer LingusCheapest$557Average$800FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
IberiaCheapest$572Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
JetBlueCheapest$584Average$847FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
KLMCheapest$586Average$815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$589Average$892FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
British AirwaysCheapest$592Average$807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
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