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Cheapest return fare
£427
Typical prices: £442-£616
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Tue 10/11Tue 8/12
LHR - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£430
Typical prices: £405-£562
British Airways
Tue 20/10Tue 27/10
LHR - LAX • Direct
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Virgin Atlantic Economy Delight adds legroom and priority boarding on this long-haul route.
BA and Lufthansa Premium Economy add more space; Lufthansa includes an extra bag.
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You can fly direct with American Airlines, British Airways, and others. Average duration is 11h 21m
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Cheapest • Avg £394 (return)
Shortest trip • 13h 19m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 21% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from London to Los Angeles (LON-LAX)

 
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Recent return flight deals from London to Los Angeles

Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 8 Dec
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
06:00 - 15:15LHR  London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles
17h 15m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
17:15 - 17:30LAX  Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow
16h 15m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
£427TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sat, 26 Sep - Sat, 10 Oct
Virgin Atlantic Logo
12:25 - 20:06LHR  London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles
15h 41m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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15:34 - 13:05LAX  Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow
13h 31m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
£427Virgin Atlantic
Tue, 6 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
Lufthansa Logo
06:55 - 15:15LHR  London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles
16h 20m1 stop Munich Franz Josef Strauss
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15:40 - 10:10LAX  Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow
10h 30mdirect
£427Lufthansa
Wed, 23 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:05 - 16:30LHR  London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles
28h 25m1 stop Zurich
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08:15 - 06:30LAX  Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow
14h 15m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£428Multiple Airlines
Tue, 22 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
Multiple Airlines Logo
20:05 - 16:30LHR  London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles
28h 25m1 stop Zurich
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08:15 - 06:30LAX  Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow
14h 15m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
£428Multiple Airlines
Sat, 19 Sep - Sat, 3 Oct
Virgin Atlantic Logo
08:40 - 11:50LHR  London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles
35h 10m1 stop Amsterdam Schiphol
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20:35 - 15:00LAX  Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow
10h 25mdirect
£428Virgin Atlantic
Tue, 6 Oct - Fri, 16 Oct
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
06:00 - 14:45LHR  London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles
16h 45m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
16:40 - 22:55LAX  Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow
22h 15m1 stop Lisbon Humberto Delgado
£430TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
British Airways Logo
10:30 - 13:45LHR  London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles
11h 15mdirect
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16:30 - 10:00LAX  Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow
10h 30mdirect
£430British Airways
Mon, 19 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
British Airways Logo
15:05 - 18:25LHR  London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles
11h 20mdirect
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21:50 - 15:25LAX  Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow
10h 35mdirect
£430British Airways
Thu, 4 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
Lufthansa Logo
12:05 - 16:35LHR  London Heathrow-LAX Los Angeles
36h 30m1 stop Zurich
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19:00 - 20:35LAX  Los Angeles-LHR London Heathrow
17h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Newark
£435Lufthansa
Booking Insights

KAYAK’s insights & trends for London to Los Angeles flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to Los Angeles to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Los Angeles from London usually cost between £417 and £553 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £427 on Virgin Atlantic (26 Sept–10 Oct).

What is the cheapest London to Los Angeles flight route?

The cheapest return flight from London to Los Angeles costs £411 on the route between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Los Angeles (LAX). Over the past month, this route was, on average, 10% cheaper than other London-Los Angeles routes. It is also the most popular route.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Los Angeles?

For London to Los Angeles, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Los Angeles back to London, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Thursday being the most expensive.

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

The cheapest month for flights from London to Los Angeles is February, where tickets cost £419 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £560 and £542 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from London to Los Angeles?

No, with an average price for the route of £555, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Los Angeles?

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Los Angeles, you should book around 6 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from London to Los Angeles

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Laura Ratliff

Laura Ratliff

Expert on Virgin Atlantic

Laura Ratliff is a New York-based writer and editor. She lives in downtown Brooklyn with her husband and their beloved dogs. Originally from Texas, she now considers New York City her home. She typically spends more than 200,000 miles on a plane each year and stays in plenty of hotels.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on British Airways

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on Lufthansa

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has travelled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on Finnair

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Air France

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or out at sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Kirstie Pickering

Kirstie Pickering

Expert on LHR

Aviation and business journalist Kirstie didn’t leave England until she was 18 years old, but has since travelled to over 20 countries including Japan, Canada, and Iceland. Her travel expertise lies in European city breaks, including how to find the best locally-owned hotels and restaurants and how to optimise the airport experience for your needs.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to Los Angeles

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£341
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (7% more expensive on average)
Flight from London City to Los Angeles

When to book flights from London to Los Angeles

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London 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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Flights from London to Los Angeles: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from London to Los Angeles 
MeganFlew with Iberia-Sept 2024
Pack light and know you can always get stuff when you land.
SimonFlew with British Airways-Jun 2024
If flying business class I’d research which cabin your aircraft operates. BA have some old business class on the 380 and new business class on the 777. (And 350). The new cabin is so much better. But the food just isn’t as good as it used to be

FAQs for booking flights from London to Los Angeles

  • Does LAX have free WiFi?

    For last minute arrangements, checking your email or keeping the kids connected, LAX offers free WiFi throughout all of the areas of the airport. Simply register, sign in and enjoy internet connectivity when you land or before you take off.

  • Can I take a taxi to Los Angeles city centre from LAX?

    For expedited travel, taxis are available outside each terminal. Taxis to the Los Angeles city centre can take anywhere from 30 minutes to over an hour depending on traffic, and generally cost around $50 (£40), depending on where you’re going in the city centre.

  • How much is parking at LAX?

    If you need to leave a car at LAX at any point during your stay, there are a handful of different options available. For short-term parking, the car parks assigned to each terminal are available at around $5 (£4) per hour, and long-term parking is available at the economy lots for approximately $12 (£9.50) per day. The economy lots are accessible from the terminals via a shuttle bus.

  • Which rental car agencies operate at LAX?

    The rental car agencies serving LAX are as follows: Advantage, Alamo, AVIS, Budget, Dollar, Enterprise, Fox, Hertz, National, Payless, Sixt and Thrifty. Prices vary by season, model and agency, so be sure to check prices when you’re booking your flight from London to Los Angeles.

  • Are there hotels at London airports (LON)?

    If you want to stay at LON Airport hotels before you travel, then there are a few you can pick from. For example, at Heathrow Airport, you can opt for the Aerotel at Terminal 3, at Gatwick Airport there is the Sofitel in the North Terminal, whilst at Luton Airport you can stay at the Holiday Inn Express. All of these hotels are only a short walk from the terminal ahead of your flight the following day.

  • Can I exchange my currency at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    If you need to change your Pound Sterling to American Dollars when you land, you will find there are several exchange booths conveniently located. For example, in the Arrivals Level in Terminals 2, 5 and the Tom Bradley International Terminal, there is an ICE Currency Exchange that you can use.

  • What is the cheapest flight from London to Los Angeles?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Los Angeles was £341 for a one-way ticket and £427 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London to Los Angeles?

    London has 6 major airports: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, London Southend, and London Stansted. Los Angeles is the only airport in Los Angeles. You’ll usually find the cheapest deals if you fly from London City.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from London to Los Angeles?

    KLM, American Airlines, British Airways, Iberia, and Finnair offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the London to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Los Angeles?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from London to Los Angeles?

    There are direct flights from London to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Los Angeles, KLM or Finnair?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Los Angeles are KLM and Finnair. With an average price for the route of £547 and an overall rating of 7.8, KLM is the most popular choice. Finnair is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £496 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Los Angeles?

    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 Los Angeles.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles?

    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 Los Angeles from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight from London to Los Angeles? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £344 or less one-way and £510 or less round-trip.
  • Booking a flight from London to Los Angeles? Depending on the airline you choose, you’re likely to fly out of Gatwick, Stansted or Heathrow Airports, and you’ll be flying into Los Angeles Airport (LAX), which is about 15 miles from the city centre, whether you’re flying in directly or through a connection.
  • The flight time from London to Los Angeles is approximately 10-11 hours. If you’re feeling peckish, Gatwick, Stansted and Heathrow all offer a long list of airport restaurant options, from a tea and cake to start the day or a full meal to get you settled in for a restful flight.
  • When you land at LAX, you have a few different options for getting to the city centre. One of the most cost-effective options to get to the Los Angeles city centre is by taking LAX’s FlyAway bus that goes directly to Union Station in the centre. The FlyAway bus takes approximately 45 minutes to an hour, and costs around $10 (£7.85) for a single trip.
  • If you’re keen to pick up a few souvenirs for your return flight, LAX has several airport shops to choose from. When shopping at LAX, you can choose from small mementos at the newsstands and a bottle of wine from duty-free all the way to luxury fashion at the Burberry, Hermes and Gucci boutiques.
  • Travelling with kids? Heathrow airport has a Stay & Play area in each of the terminals filled with interactive activities for children. Stay & Play areas are open from around 6:00 to 21:00 and require children to be accompanied by adults during the entire time.
  • Once you find cheap flights from London to Los Angeles, you will see that most of the flights departs at peak times, which means the airport can get very busy. To avoid queues at Heathrow Airport (LHR), where all the direct routes depart from, you can get a queue jump for about £12.50 per passenger. Alternatively, from Gatwick Airport (LGW), where indirect routes leave from, this costs about £5.
  • It’s easy to arrive at London Airports (LON) ahead of your flight. To get direct flights from Heathrow, you can take the Heathrow Express around every 15 minutes from Paddington Train Station, or take the Piccadilly Line in about 45 minutes from Covent Garden. For flights from other airports, you can get the Thameslink Railway to Luton Airport (LTN) from St. Pancras International or the Gatwick Express from Victoria Train Station. Both of which take around 30 minutes.
  • Once you arrive at Los Angeles Airport (LAX), it’s easy to get to nearby cities. For example, you can drive to San Diego in about 2h 05min, Anaheim in around 40 minutes or Irvine in approximately 40 minutes.

Prefer to fly direct from London to Los Angeles?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from London to Los Angeles Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

London to Los Angeles

Monday

American Airlines,British Airways,United Airlines, +1 more

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

American Airlines,British Airways,United Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines,British Airways, +2 more

Friday

American Airlines,British Airways,United Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines,British Airways, +2 more

Saturday

American Airlines,British Airways,United Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines,British Airways, +2 more

Sunday

American Airlines,British Airways,United Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

Los Angeles to London

Monday

American Airlines,British Airways,United Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines,British Airways, +2 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,British Airways,United Airlines, +1 more

American Airlines,British Airways, +2 more

Wednesday

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Thursday

American Airlines,British Airways,United Airlines, +1 more

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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