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£197 Find cheap flights from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Gatwick departing on 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to London, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from San Francisco to London, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Gatwick (SFO-LGW)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Francisco to Gatwick that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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16:20 - 11:10SFO-LGW
34h 50m2 stops
16:25 - 14:35LGW-SFO
30h 10m1 stop
£383TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Sun, 6 Oct - Tue, 8 Oct
16:20 - 11:10SFO-LGW
34h 50m2 stops
16:25 - 14:35LGW-SFO
30h 10m1 stop
£388TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Sun, 6 Oct - Tue, 8 Oct
23:08 - 10:00SFO-LGW
26h 52m2 stops
12:00 - 21:38LGW-SFO
17h 38m1 stop
Tue, 10 Sep - Thu, 12 Sep
00:58 - 10:00SFO-LGW
25h 02m2 stops
12:00 - 21:38LGW-SFO
17h 38m1 stop
Tue, 10 Sep - Tue, 24 Sep
15:15 - 11:15SFO-LGW
36h 00m1 stop
12:05 - 13:15LGW-SFO
33h 10m1 stop
£471ITA Airways
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Wed, 24 Jul - Wed, 25 Sep
15:15 - 11:15SFO-LGW
36h 00m1 stop
12:05 - 13:15LGW-SFO
33h 10m1 stop
£472ITA Airways
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Mon, 16 Sep - Tue, 24 Sep
11:30 - 10:00SFO-LGW
14h 30m1 stop
12:00 - 21:30LGW-SFO
17h 30m1 stop
£482Delta
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Mon, 23 Sep - Wed, 2 Oct
20:10 - 10:15SFO-LGW
30h 05m1 stop
20:15 - 18:10LGW-SFO
29h 55m1 stop
£503Vueling
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Sun, 22 Sep - Mon, 7 Oct
08:30 - 10:00SFO-LGW
17h 30m1 stop
12:00 - 21:30LGW-SFO
17h 30m1 stop
£507Delta
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Sat, 21 Sep - Wed, 2 Oct
20:10 - 08:30SFO-LGW
28h 20m1 stop
16:30 - 18:10LGW-SFO
33h 40m1 stop
£531Vueling
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Tue, 24 Sep - Wed, 2 Oct

Flights from San Francisco to Gatwick - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Francisco to Gatwick to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

The average price of all flights from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to London Gatwick Airport on a Monday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport is October, where tickets cost £427 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of tickets is £974 and £793 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport, you should book around 1 day before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 74 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the cheapest one-way ticket from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport found on KAYAK was with Vueling for £257. TAP AIR PORTUGAL proposed a return connection from £383 and ITA Airways from £471.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport

Low season

November

High season

September

Cheapest flight

£197
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 27% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport

When to book flights from San Francisco to Gatwick

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Francisco to Gatwick based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport flights

  • Should I upgrade my flight from San Francisco to London Gatwick?

    With a flight time of around 11 hours, upgrading will make this long-haul flight more comfortable. On Delta Air Lines flights, you can enjoy Delta One, their most exclusive cabin – which features lie-flat seats, fully closing doors, gourmet meals, and access to the SkyClub. The Club World seats on British Airways are perfect for business travelers. This cabin features fully adjustable seats, a working desk, and privacy doors.

  • Which London airport should I fly into?

    London is served by two international airports, London Heathrow (LHR) and London Gatwick (LGW). As far as the location, both are around the same distance from the city center and are connected via public transportation. Heathrow is the larger of the two, and sees more long-haul flight traffic. Since it is a hub for many airlines, there are a lot of direct flights into this airport. Gatwick serves more budget airlines, like Frontier and Norse Atlantic UK, and focuses more on flights within Europe.

  • What family-friendly airlines fly from San Francisco to London Gatwick?

    British Airways has a generous baggage policy for kids and families. Children over 2 get the same baggage allowance as adults, and they get an additional allowance for strollers and car seats. They have a priority check-in and boarding zone for families for added convenience. While onboard, kids will be gifted a Skyflyers activity pack to enjoy during the flight. Delta Air Lines offers special kids' meals and entertainment onboard their flights.

  • What’s the best way to get from London Gatwick Airport to downtown?

    Gatwick Airport is located about 30 miles south of Central London. The Gatwick Express is the quickest and most convenient way to get into the city. The station is located in the South Terminal and trains leave four times per hour. It takes around 30 minutes to get downtown, and you can buy the ticket at the station. Shared coach services with National Express are a bit more affordable, but the journey is longer.

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport was £246 for a one-way ticket and £478 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport?

    San Francisco and London Gatwick Airport are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Francisco from San Francisco and will be arriving at London Gatwick.

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

    Only American Airlines offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport flight route.

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

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport?

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

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

    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 San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    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 London Gatwick Airport from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport

  • Most flights flying from San Francisco (SFO) to London Gatwick (LGW) will have a layover. The most common cities where you might have a layover are New York (JFK), Calgary (YYC), Istanbul (IST), or Dublin (DUB).
  • For more freedom with your travel plans, consider booking a flexible fare. Norse Atlantic offers the Premium Flextra fare, which offers free flight changes. On Delta Air Lines, you have the option of upgrading to a refundable ticket, regardless of the fare class.
  • Children aged 8 to 14 years can fly alone on Delta Air Lines as unaccompanied minors. Through this program, they will receive a trackable wristband, SkyZone lounge access, and an escort throughout their travel day
  • Budget airlines, like Frontier and Norse Atlantic, offer low prices – but any extras will be charged an extra fee. Frontier Airlines offers bundles that combine services and help you save money.
  • Passengers requiring a wheelchair can request one when they book with American Airlines. They offer assistance going through the airport and have specialized chairs aboard the flight.
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Cheapest flights to London from San Francisco found in 2024

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from San Francisco to London found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
12/10Sat
1 stop
36h 14mSFO-LGW
£197
14/5Tue
2 stops
30h 59mSFO-LGW
£219
8/10Tue
1 stopVueling
32h 05mSFO-LGW
£257
19/5Sun
1 stopVueling
34h 10mSFO-LGW
£315
14/7Sun
2 stopsWestJet
34h 35mSFO-LGW
£319
8/7Mon
1 stopITA Airways
36h 00mSFO-LGW
£337
2/9Mon
1 stopITA Airways
36h 00mSFO-LGW
£339
9/10Wed
1 stopJetBlue
14h 35mSFO-LGW
£352
25/8Sun
2 stopsWestJet
34h 35mSFO-LGW
£359
8/9Sun
1 stopJetBlue
16h 50mSFO-LGW
£364

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Last minute flights from San Francisco to Gatwick

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from San Francisco to London that are departing in the next 10 days.
28/4Sun
multi-stopDelta
17h 15mSFO-LGW
8/5Wed
multi-stopDelta
16h 52mLGW-SFO
£529
27/4Sat
multi-stopDelta
17h 15mSFO-LGW
10/5Fri
multi-stopDelta
16h 52mLGW-SFO
£530
27/4Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
13h 40mSFO-LGW
10/5Fri
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
16h 58mLGW-SFO
£531
27/4Sat
multi-stopVirgin Atlantic
14h 20mSFO-LGW
10/5Fri
multi-stopVirgin Atlantic
18h 41mLGW-SFO
£534
30/4Tue
multi-stopSWISS
14h 10mSFO-LGW
15/5Wed
multi-stopSWISS
29h 20mLGW-SFO
£553
28/4Sun
multi-stopSWISS
14h 15mSFO-LGW
5/5Sun
multi-stopSWISS
29h 20mLGW-SFO
£554
1/5Wed
multi-stopSWISS
14h 15mSFO-LGW
9/5Thu
multi-stopSWISS
29h 20mLGW-SFO
£564
28/4Sun
multi-stopSWISS
37h 23mSFO-LGW
5/5Sun
multi-stopSWISS
29h 20mLGW-SFO
£566
27/4Sat
multi-stopAir France
18h 45mSFO-LGW
11/5Sat
multi-stopAir France
19h 26mLGW-SFO
£570
27/4Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
13h 40mSFO-LGW
11/5Sat
multi-stopAmerican Airlines
16h 58mLGW-SFO
£666

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San Francisco - London Gatwick Airport Flights

Departure:

San Francisco (SFO)United States

Destination:

London Gatwick Airport (LGW)United Kingdom

Return flight deals:

London Gatwick Airport - San Francisco

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