Q: How many flights are there between London and San Francisco per day?

Each day, there are 7 nonstop flights that take off from London and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 11h 02m. The most common departure time is 16:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 49 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day (7). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Q: Which airlines fly most frequently between London and San Francisco?

United Airlines connects London to San Francisco with 21 flights per week. British Airways also offers 14 flights per week, while Virgin Atlantic follows with 14 flights per week. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Q: What’s the earliest departure time from London to San Francisco?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from London at 10:35 and will be landing in San Francisco at 13:35.

Question 1

How many flights are there between London and San Francisco per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are 7 nonstop flights that take off from London and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 11h 02m. The most common departure time is 16:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 49 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day (7). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

Which airlines fly most frequently between London and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

United Airlines connects London to San Francisco with 21 flights per week. British Airways also offers 14 flights per week, while Virgin Atlantic follows with 14 flights per week. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San Francisco on a Tuesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to fly from London to San Francisco. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Sunday and avoiding Thursdays for the best deals. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

What’s the earliest departure time from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from London at 10:35 and will be landing in San Francisco at 13:35.

Question 5

What’s the latest departure time from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from London to San Francisco jets off at 16:25 and lands at 19:30.

Question 6

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Only KLM offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the London to San Francisco flight route.

Question 7

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

The Boeing 777 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to San Francisco flight route.

Question 8

Which airline alliances offer flights from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between London and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 9

On which days can I fly direct from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are nonstop flights from London to San Francisco on a daily basis.

Question 10

Is there a rail service linking San Francisco airport to the city centre?

Accepted Answer

The BART rail service links San Francisco airport with the city centre, running from 8am to midnight every day, with a frequency of every 20 mins. The BART also links the airport to the East Bay and San Mateo County. The SFO BART Station is located at the International Terminal in departures. To reach it from other terminals you can take the SFO AirTrain which links all terminals to each other. You can purchase a ticket at the BART station.

Question 11

What bus services are available at San Francisco airport?

Accepted Answer

SamTrans buses link San Francisco airport to the city centre, Palo Alto and San Mateo County. Lines stopping at the airport are SFO, ECR, 292, 397 and 398. It’s a 24-hour bus service, and you can hop on outside of Arrivals at Terminal 2 and 3, outside of International Terminal Level 1 and Curbside.

Question 12

Are there any onsite airport hotels available at San Francisco airport?

Accepted Answer

There are nap rooms available inside San Francisco airport, in the international terminal which are open 24 hours. The rate is $40 USD (about 32 GBP) per hour or $120 USD (about 95 GBP) for 8 hours. Alternatively, there are 5 hotels all within 5 minutes from the airport, and all offering free airport shuttle service.

Question 13

Where can I have a shower at San Francisco airport?

Accepted Answer

For a refreshing shower after a long flight from London to San Francisco, head to Freshen Up which is located in International Terminal level G. They are open 24 hours, and their rates start from $25 USD (about 20 GBP) for a Deluxe shower, which is a 30-minute shower and includes a towel, soap, shampoo, and other amenities on demand such as a hair dryer.

Question 14

What visa do I need to fly to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

UK passengers will need to get a visa waiver through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) before they fly to San Francisco. You can make your ESTA application online through the US State Department website. You must have a valid British passport when you visit the United States.

Question 15

How can I hire a car at San Francisco International Airport?

Accepted Answer

Hiring a car at San Francisco International Airport is an easy and convenient way to start your trip. Car hire services are available at the Car Rental Center, which is connected to the airport terminals via the San Francisco AirTrain. To access the car hire centre, you should take the AirTrain blue line to the car hire stop. The AirTrain service at San Francisco Airport operates 24 hours.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from London to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost ₪1,923 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₪2,985 and ₪2,948 respectively.

Question 17

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to San Francisco. <a href='/flight-routes/London-LON/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 18

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/London-LON/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to London with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/London-LON/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/London-LON/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 21

Which cabin class options are there for flights between London and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 22

What is the cheapest London to San Francisco flight route?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from London to San Francisco cost ₪1,916 and was between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and San Francisco (SFO). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is ₪1,916.

Question 23

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from London to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Question 24

Can I save money by flying with a layover from London to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at ₪2,468 on average.

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What is the cheapest London to San Francisco flight route?

Our data shows that the cheapest route for a return flight from London to San Francisco cost ₪1,916 and was between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and San Francisco (SFO). On average, the best prices are found if you fly this route. The average price for a return flight for this route is ₪1,916.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to San Francisco?

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to San Francisco?

The cheapest month for flights from London to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost ₪1,923 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is ₪2,985 and ₪2,948 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from London to San Francisco?

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at ₪2,468 on average.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from London to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

Which airlines fly most frequently between London and San Francisco?

United Airlines connects London to San Francisco with 21 flights per week. British Airways also offers 14 flights per week, while Virgin Atlantic follows with 14 flights per week.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between London and San Francisco?

There are 2 cabin class options for the route. These are Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between London and San Francisco per day?

Each day, there are 7 nonstop flights that take off from London and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 11h 02m. The most common departure time is 16:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 49 flights and there are the same amount of flights each day (7).

What’s the earliest departure time from London to San Francisco?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from London at 10:35 and will be landing in San Francisco at 13:35.

What’s the latest departure time from London to San Francisco?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from London to San Francisco jets off at 16:25 and lands at 19:30.

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Is there a rail service linking San Francisco airport to the city centre?

What bus services are available at San Francisco airport?

Are there any onsite airport hotels available at San Francisco airport?

Where can I have a shower at San Francisco airport?

What visa do I need to fly to San Francisco?

UK passengers will need to get a visa waiver through the Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) before they fly to San Francisco. You can make your ESTA application online through the US State Department website. You must have a valid British passport when you visit the United States.

How can I hire a car at San Francisco International Airport?

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from London to San Francisco?

Only KLM offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the London to San Francisco flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to San Francisco?

The Boeing 777 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to San Francisco flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from London to San Francisco?

oneworld, Star Alliance, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between London and San Francisco, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from London to San Francisco?

There are nonstop flights from London to San Francisco on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to San Francisco?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to San Francisco.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to San Francisco?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to San Francisco?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to London with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to San Francisco?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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