Direct flights from San Francisco to London SFO → LHR

British Airways, United Airlines and Virgin Atlantic fly nonstop from San Francisco (SFO) to London (LHR), several times daily. The flight takes about 11h 33m and covers 5,354 miles (8,616 km). Round-trip fares typically run around $1055. Arrivals run on time 64.6% at SFO (BTS) and 97.0% at LHR (Eurocontrol) — the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule. Fares last checked 1 August 2026.

60-day flexibility overview based on 1 recent fares across the next 60 days

Cheapest
$1,055
Typical
$1,055
Most expensive
$1,055

Prices last updated 29 days ago. Fares change frequently — check the airline for current pricing.

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Departure Schedule typical week

Typical weekly schedule · 49 flights per week (~7 per day) · Updated 86d ago

British Airways
14 flights per week (~2 per day)
Daily
16:35 19:30
United Airlines
21 flights per week (~3 per day)
Daily
13:05 16:45 19:50
Virgin Atlantic
14 flights per week (~2 per day)
Daily
17:55 23:15

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Frequently asked questions

Is there a direct flight from San Francisco to London?

Yes, British Airways, United Airlines and 1 more airline operate nonstop flights from San Francisco (SFO) to London (LHR).

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco to London?

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic operate nonstop flights from San Francisco to London.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to London?

The nonstop flight from San Francisco to London takes ~11h 33m (approximately 8616 km).

How often do direct flights operate from San Francisco to London?

Nonstop flights from San Francisco to London operate multiple daily — 49 flights per week (~7 per day).

What is the on-time performance for flights from San Francisco to London?

Arrivals run on time 64.6% at SFO (BTS) and 97.0% at LHR (Eurocontrol) — the last three months, counting arrivals within 15 minutes of schedule.

What days of the week are there direct flights from San Francisco to London?

Direct flights from San Francisco to London operate every day of the week. British Airways flies daily, United Airlines flies daily, and Virgin Atlantic flies daily.

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to London?

Round-trip flights from San Francisco (SFO) to London (LHR) start at $1055, with a typical fare around $1055. Based on 1 recent fare combinations.

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