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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to London

Compare fares from San Francisco (SFO) to London (LHR) across hundreds of airlines. The route covers about 5,354 miles with a typical nonstop time of ~11h 10m.

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Distance

5,354 mi

8,616 km

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Est. flight time

11h 10m

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Nonstop service

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Time difference

8 hours ahead

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Flying from San Francisco to London

The journey from San Francisco (SFO) to London (LHR) spans roughly 5,354 miles (8,616 km), a nonstop flight of about 11h 10m. On arrival, London is 8 hours ahead San Francisco. Lets Fly Travel compares live fares across hundreds of airlines so you can find the best deal — and every booking is reviewed by a real travel agent.

Airlines on this route

Carriers that have operated nonstop service between SFO and LHR include:

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Airline availability changes over time — search your dates for current operators and fares.

San Francisco to London — FAQs

How long is the flight from San Francisco to London? expand_more
A nonstop flight from San Francisco (SFO) to London (LHR) takes approximately 11h 10m, covering a distance of about 5354 miles (8616 km). Actual flight time varies with aircraft, routing and winds.
Which airlines fly from San Francisco to London? expand_more
Airlines that have operated nonstop service on the SFO–LHR route include Air New Zealand, American Airlines, British Airways, Delta Air Lines, Finnair, Iberia Airlines, Lufthansa Cargo, Transaero Airlines. Use our search to compare current carriers, schedules and fares.
Is there a nonstop flight from San Francisco to London? expand_more
Yes. The SFO–LHR route has nonstop service. Nonstop availability can vary by season and day of week, so check live results for your dates.
How far is London from San Francisco? expand_more
The distance from San Francisco (SFO) to London (LHR) is about 5354 miles (8616 km) as the crow flies.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and London? expand_more
London is 8 hours ahead San Francisco. Factor the time change into your arrival and connection planning.
When is the best time to book flights from San Francisco to London? expand_more
For international trips like San Francisco to London, booking roughly 2–6 months ahead and flying mid-week (Tuesday/Wednesday) tends to surface the lowest fares. Set up a search early and compare a few date options.

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