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Cheapest return flight
£399
Typical prices: £401-£566
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue 6/11Wed 14/11
LGW - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£369
Typical prices: £303-£447
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/2
LGW - LAX • 2 stops
Direct flights
There are currently no direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Los Angeles. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 24% price drop
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Top stopover airports
Cheapest • Avg £436 (return)
Shortest trip • 15h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Los Angeles (LGW-LAX)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Gatwick to Los Angeles

Fri, 6 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
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16:40 - 15:15LGW  London Gatwick-LAX Los Angeles
30h 35m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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17:10 - 09:50LAX  Los Angeles-LGW London Gatwick
32h 40m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
£399TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri, 11 Dec - Sat, 9 Jan
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16:40 - 15:15LGW  London Gatwick-LAX Los Angeles
30h 35m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
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17:10 - 09:50LAX  Los Angeles-LGW London Gatwick
32h 40m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
£399TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun, 8 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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08:40 - 16:35LGW  London Gatwick-LAX Los Angeles
15h 55m1 stop Zurich
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19:30 - 17:50LAX  Los Angeles-LGW London Gatwick
14h 20m1 stop Zurich
£414SWISS
Sat, 21 Nov - Sat, 28 Nov
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09:05 - 16:35LGW  London Gatwick-LAX Los Angeles
15h 30m1 stop Zurich
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19:30 - 17:50LAX  Los Angeles-LGW London Gatwick
14h 20m1 stop Zurich
£426SWISS
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
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10:00 - 21:35LGW  London Gatwick-LAX Los Angeles
19h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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18:55 - 09:00LAX  Los Angeles-LGW London Gatwick
30h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£442Virgin Atlantic
Mon, 16 Nov - Sun, 6 Dec
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10:00 - 16:35LGW  London Gatwick-LAX Los Angeles
14h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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18:55 - 09:00LAX  Los Angeles-LGW London Gatwick
30h 05m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£442Virgin Atlantic
Thu, 19 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
Air France Logo
10:00 - 16:35LGW  London Gatwick-LAX Los Angeles
14h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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07:25 - 09:00LAX  Los Angeles-LGW London Gatwick
17h 35m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
£454Air France
Fri, 20 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov
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10:00 - 16:35LGW  London Gatwick-LAX Los Angeles
14h 35m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
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17:15 - 15:45LAX  Los Angeles-LGW London Gatwick
14h 30m1 stop Paris Charles de Gaulle
£459Air France
Thu, 14 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
British Airways Logo
19:40 - 20:59LGW  London Gatwick-LAX Los Angeles
33h 19m2 stops Madrid Barajas New York John F Kennedy Intl
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18:15 - 19:00LAX  Los Angeles-LGW London Gatwick
16h 45m1 stop Madrid Barajas
£512British Airways
Sat, 16 Jan - Thu, 28 Jan
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19:40 - 14:32LGW  London Gatwick-LAX Los Angeles
26h 52m2 stops Madrid Barajas Dallas/Fort Worth
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23:30 - 19:00LAX  Los Angeles-LGW London Gatwick
35h 30m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Madrid Barajas
£512British Airways
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

How much is a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles?

Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles typically range from £401 to £566. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £399 on TAP AIR PORTUGAL.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles at £363 return.
•March (£612) and July (£550) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£369
Beat the crowds with an average 89% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 161% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles

When to book flights from Gatwick to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gatwick to Los Angeles based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles?

    A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles takes 00m, covering 5,463 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles flight?

    Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles range from £401 to £566, with an average of £477 over the past 12 months. Anything below £401 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 7% above the £477 route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £436 return via Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS), compared with £492 for direct.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Air France. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 787 Dreamliner variants.

  • How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £489, which is 31% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £3 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Dollar

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles?

    Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles pass through?

    One-stop flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Zurich (ZRH) – 35% of one-stop connections
    • Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Barcelona-El Prat (BCN) – 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 18% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £438 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £533, a difference of £94.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles?

    Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 43m, compared to 16h 19m via Zurich (ZRH) and 16h 49m via Kastrup Copenhagen (CPH).

  • What is the time difference between London Gatwick Airport and Los Angeles?

    Los Angeles is 8 hours behind London Gatwick Airport (Pacific Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center, and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £438, about £94 less than Friday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Los Angeles trip for November. Fares historically average £363 return in that month – typically £249 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Lisbon Humberto Delgado Airport (LIS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £436 return on this route – about £56 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Los Angeles Airport.

    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport

More options for your flight from Gatwick to Los Angeles

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