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£381 Find Cheap Flights from London to San Francisco

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Cheapest return fare
£411
Overall average: £621
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Sun 7/12Wed 14/1
LHR - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£441
Typical prices: £404-£479
Virgin Atlantic
Sun 15/2Wed 25/2
LHR - SFO • Direct
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Heathrow is vast, so allow plenty of time for security.
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Cheap Flights from London to San Francisco (LON-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from London to San Francisco 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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Recent return flight deals from London to San Francisco

Sun, 7 Dec - Wed, 14 Jan
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
19:55 - 14:35LHR-SFO
26h 40m1 stop
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16:35 - 22:40SFO-LHR
22h 05m1 stop
£411TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Fri, 27 Feb - Sat, 7 Mar
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06:00 - 16:05LHR-SFO
18h 05m1 stop
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
16:35 - 17:30SFO-LHR
16h 55m1 stop
£413TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Thu, 15 Jan - Mon, 16 Feb
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06:40 - 14:35LHR-SFO
15h 55m1 stop
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16:40 - 16:00SFO-LHR
15h 20m1 stop
£414Scandinavian Airlines
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Wed, 14 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
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17:00 - 14:35LHR-SFO
29h 35m1 stop
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16:40 - 17:40SFO-LHR
17h 00m1 stop
£416Scandinavian Airlines
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Tue, 13 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
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13:00 - 13:29LGW-SFO
32h 29m2 stops
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22:20 - 06:00SFO-LGW
23h 40m1 stop
£424Multiple Airlines
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Wed, 21 Jan - Sun, 25 Jan
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18:50 - 14:35STN-SFO
27h 45m2 stops
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16:40 - 18:35SFO-STN
17h 55m2 stops
£441Multiple Airlines
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Mon, 19 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan
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09:15 - 16:30LCY-SFO
15h 15m1 stop
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19:25 - 17:05SFO-LCY
13h 40m1 stop
£470SWISS
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Mon, 16 Mar - Mon, 23 Mar
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09:15 - 17:30LCY-SFO
15h 15m1 stop
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20:25 - 17:05SFO-LCY
13h 40m1 stop
£470SWISS
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Fri, 27 Mar - Tue, 14 Apr
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18:55 - 12:50LCY-SFO
24h 55m1 stop
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13:45 - 16:40SFO-LCY
18h 55m1 stop
£476Virgin Atlantic
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Tue, 31 Mar - Sun, 12 Apr
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20:10 - 11:45LCY-SFO
23h 35m1 stop
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15:00 - 18:30SFO-LCY
19h 30m2 stops
£483Virgin Atlantic
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KAYAK's insights & trends for London to San Francisco flights

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

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Planning a trip from London to San Francisco? KAYAK’s data-powered insights will help you find cheap flights. Learn the best time to fly, how early to book your ticket, and other tips to secure great prices.

How much is a return flight from London to San Francisco?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London to San Francisco departing in December.

What is the cheapest London to San Francisco flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest return flight from London to San Francisco costs £456 on the route between London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and San Francisco (SFO). It is also the most popular route.

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

The average price of all round-trip flights from London to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to San Francisco on a Thursday and more expensive on a Sunday. On your return trip to London, you should consider flying back on a Wednesday, and avoid Thursdays for better deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London to San Francisco, 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 London to San Francisco is September, where tickets cost £436 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £658 and £609 respectively.

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

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a stopover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 2 stops stopover the cheapest option at £526 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from London to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 4% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 15 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from London to San Francisco

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

Virgin's Upper Class offers fully flat beds, exclusive lounges, and priority check-in.


Enjoy priority boarding and extra legroom with Virgin's Economy Delight fares.

British Airways

Upgrade to premium economy for 18 cm extra legroom, wider seats, and priority boarding.


BA's premium economy offers more space, peace, and priority boarding on long-haul flights.

United Airlines

United's Polaris Lounge offers a luxurious experience with restaurants and less crowding.


United's Polaris cabin features lie-flat seats with aisle access for long-haul comfort.

Airports
LHR

For a quick journey to central London, take the Heathrow Express to Paddington in 15 minutes. Book tickets in advance for the best rate.

SFO

For a budget-friendly option, take BART from SFO to the city. It’s convenient and connects to popular neighbourhoods like the Mission and Embarcadero.

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Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to San Francisco

Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight£381
Best time to beat the crowds (11% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (29% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Luton Airport to San Francisco

When to book flights from London to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to San Francisco 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.

Flights from London to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from London to San Francisco 
AlastairFlew with British AirwaysLHR-SFOFeb 2025
Make sure your free checked luggage is for outward and return flights.
Verified travelerFlew with United AirlinesLHR-SFOSept 2024
Download all your music. Add shows and movies to your queue. Bring short so you can relax. Bring long charger cords.
Verified travelerFlew with American AirlinesLHR-SFOMar 2024
Heathrow is vast, allow plenty of time to drop bags and go through security. At San Francisco the immigration takes a bit of time and we had to wait around 1.5hrs, bare this in mind when booking car rental. The is a shuttle train from the airport to the car rental area which is very slick and efficient.
Ana-MariaFlew with IberiaLHR-SFOMar 2024
In London triple check your flight they have multiple leaving for the same destination once - it is easy to get them confused

FAQs for booking flights from London to San Francisco

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

    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.

  • What bus services are available at San Francisco airport?

    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.

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

    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.

  • Where can I have a shower at San Francisco airport?

    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.

  • 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?

    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.  

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to San Francisco was £381 for a one-way ticket and £406 for a return.

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

    There are 6 airports in London (London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, London Southend, and London Stansted.) and only 1 airport in San Francisco (San Francisco). The cheapest flights are generally found on the London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco flight route.

  • 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 oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to San Francisco, KLM or Austrian Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to San Francisco are KLM and Austrian Airlines. With an average price for the route of £467 and an overall rating of 7.7, KLM is the most popular choice. Austrian Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £507 and an overall rating of 7.6.

  • 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 return 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.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight from London to San Francisco? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £396 or less one-way and £551 or less round-trip.
  • There are direct flights from London to San Francisco with Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and United airlines. All airlines offer a comfortable leg room of about 79 cm in average, and all offer on-demand video to keep passengers entertained. Virgin Atlantic and United airlines also have Wi-Fi available on board for a fee.
  • If you are flying with Air France or KLM airlines, you can head to their dedicated airline lounges in San Francisco airport for a bit of quiet space, both located in the International Terminal. KLM passengers will be happy to know that they also have a lounge in London Heathrow Airport.
  • If you have a bit of time before your flight, head to the San Francisco Airport Aviation Library and Aviation Museum, both located in the International Terminal. They are free of charge to access, and will give you an insight into the world of air transport and commercial aviation.
  • Passengers travelling with children can head to Terminals 2 and 3 for Kids’ Spots play rooms. If you need supplies for babies such as diapers, medicine and food, you will find them available at one of the News kiosks. Stroller and baby equipment are available for rent from Cloud of Goods.
  • There is never a dull moment at San Francisco airport, as you will find about 20 exhibitions on show at any one point throughout the airport. These can include photographs, paintings, installations and video arts. The Video Arts Room is located in the International Terminal and shows short films (10 minutes and less in length) from 5am to midnight, with new films showing every 4 weeks.
  • If you want to find cheap flights from London to San Francisco and lower your carbon footprint, you can use KAYAK’s CO2 emissions search filter to discover the greenest routes. For instance, you can lower your carbon output by around 35% when you fly from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) with KLM or with American Airlines. Flights to San Francisco (SFO) with KLM are direct and take around 11 hours altogether. Meanwhile, if you fly with American Airlines, your journey will take around 16 hours and include one layover at Philadelphia Airport (PHL). Choosing low-emission routes may somewhat increase your travel costs.
  • Most cheap flights from London to San Francisco depart from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) or London Gatwick Airport (LGW). If you're booked on an early flight, both London Heathrow and London Gatwick have a range of on-site hotels. Passengers flying with British Airways from Heathrow can check into Sofitel, which is connected to Terminal 5. Meanwhile, travellers flying from Gatwick can stay at Yotelair, which is connected to the airport’s South Terminal.
  • If you've got some spare time after you land at San Francisco Airport, you can visit the Sky Terrace. It offers incredible views of the airport runways and is usually open from 10 am to 6 pm throughout the week.

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London to San Francisco

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

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Saturday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

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Sunday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

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San Francisco to London

Monday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, +1 more

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Wednesday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

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Thursday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Friday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from London to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from London to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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KLMOverall score based on 1410 reviews
7.7Comfort
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At the airport, terrible, I do not want to even remember it. It was too humiliating for a business class passenger.

2.0 MediocreElizabeth, Oct 2025CDG - AMS
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At the airport, terrible, I do not want to even remember it. It was too humiliating for a business class passenger.

They forgot to serve food and the crew was very unfriendly. Never experienced such a bad KLM flight. Usually fly from Toronto. New York was different.

Couldn’t get boarding pass in SLC even with help from a redcoat, so had to find a desk in AMS to get boarding pass. Technical problems so not sure why. Very inconvenient. The KLM app is not as user friendly as most apps. Also had to wait almost an hour on the tarmac for a fuel truck, which caused us to miss a connecting bus in LUX.

Over 1 Hr delay. No APU so no AC on ground. Plane was hot during boarding and then they closed the doors over 20 minutes before engine start so interior of plane was steamy hot and stuffy. Could have been helped by opening doors until ready to depart.

Ad experience - been flying many years with them but they are losing out to other carriers with their service and bagage / seating policy. My 2 12-yo kids were not placed with the parent. Absurdity.

Short flight so it was okay. Nice crew, all very pleasant and professional. We were near the back in row 27 so just as we got our drinks, we started our descent so had to drink very quickly!

Our first flight was delayed so we missed our connecting flight. However it was easy to book a later flight on their app.

My flight was delayed by 6 hours then I missed BOTH of my connecting flights, I then had to stay in the AIRPORT at JFK because soooooo many people also suffered from missing flights and there was no hotels available. I would like to be compensated for this experience! I had to stay in the airport for over 16 hours!

I appreciate that KLM was proactive in informing me of the 2 hour delay which enabled me to replan my travel. It was a bit stressful not knowing whether my connection from Montreal to Ottawa was happening. But the ground and air crew did a good job at comforting and assuring me.

Cabin crew professional, polite and friendly, boarding was seemless, but come on KLM surely you can do better than a pack of cheesy biscuits as an inflight snack

Great staff great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Great staff, great experience, made a 2 hour delay very bearable

Food was the worst I’ve had on a VA flight. Normally it’s a lot better

I was my pleasure to fly virgin on my birthday for my first solo trip ever 🫶🏼

These are one of the older seat arrangements facing away from the windows! Not particularly convenient sets. No storage spaces. NO COAT HANGING HOOKS. Inconvenient business class seat compared to any other airlines of similar class. Staff are excellent! Extremely professional, friendly. Food is good too.

Overall, flight was excellent but check in was very slow for Premium Economy. Economy queue was shorter but we weren't allowed to use it.

The staff was not very polite but the flight was very very nice and comfortable and the entertainment was great

Great crew - old style upper class seats on the older fleet now feels dated

Premium economy more comfortable than economy, but not by much. Did was awful, do not try the omelette. Flight crew were helpful. Flight was delayed by over an hour. Overall but bad, arrived safely and thank God.

Food was excellent. Service was very good. Staff was very helpful to all passengers.

United needs to step up their game. Delayed flight leaving Seattle, San Francisco. Older aircraft, not very comfortable.

The flight attendants were very rude, beyond comprehension. I took a business class from London to SFO for the first time on United. When I asked for a second piece of bread during dinner, the serving attendant threw a 3rd bread on my plate and said, “here. You can have this one too”! I couldn’t believe the rudeness of the attendant. Most all attendants were very rude, unhelpful, sing the food was absolutely disgusting. Never fly United internationally in business class. My flight back to SFO was a nightmare!!

7 hours delayed due to operational issues on United’s end. Basically laziness.

Flight from Rome to SFO was excellent compared To our flight to Europe from SFO. The food was much tastier. You can see how UNITED is skimping, though. Instead of getting something mid flight you had to ask for it. It was not automatically served. There was a cookie at the end of the arrival meal, for example that tasted like it just came out of a box. They used to serve a little container of nuts, now … a tiny container of nuts, mixed with pretzels. This was business class that you really have to pay for! But this is minor complaints compared to the overall. My major complaint is the position of the even numbered seats by the windows. You have to turn around to see your window & the positioning as some other controls are harder to get at. This is compared to the odd number seat that are perfectly aligned.

The food quality sucks. One must starve if they do not eat flesh Or wheat based products Some variety would be expected. The trivial amount of snacks and or food is inhumane

The internet service I paid for didn’t work at all and the flight crew was not very friendly.

Subject: Formal Complaint: Discriminatory and Unprofessional Conduct – Request for Immediate Action & Compensation Dear [Airline Customer Relations Team], I am writing to file a formal complaint regarding my recent travel experience with [Airline], which was by far the worst I have ever encountered. What occurred was not only unprofessional, but in several instances discriminatory, unsafe, and unacceptable. On the first leg of my trip, I arrived only four minutes past check-in. Instead of making any attempt to resolve the matter, your representative flatly denied me boarding and made me wait while she attended to passengers who arrived after me. By the time a manager intervened, it was too late to board, costing me time, money, and unnecessary frustration. The second leg of my trip (Chicago–San Francisco) raised even more serious concerns. From the outset, it was apparent that the staff—particularly two attendants—prioritized Caucasian passengers while dismissing African American and minority passengers. • When a Caucasian passenger in the exit row refused to comply with federal safety requirements, I, as a first responder, immediately offered to switch seats and assume the responsibility. My offer was blatantly ignored, and instead, a Caucasian passenger seated further up was chosen. This was discriminatory and deeply insulting, especially as I was actively de-escalating the situation that could have delayed the flight further. • During a lengthy tarmac delay of over 90 minutes, passengers were given conflicting and unreasonable instructions that created unnecessary distress and tension. • Throughout the flight, a visibly intoxicated passenger directly in front of me was disruptive, rude to others, failed to comply with seatbelt and electronic device rules, and yet faced no enforcement from the crew. In stark contrast, I was singled out for repeated compliance checks even though I was following every rule. This unequal treatment was so obvious that multiple passengers around me spoke up in my defense. This pattern of behavior demonstrated a clear lack of professionalism, disregard for passenger safety, and discriminatory treatment. I expect far better from an airline of your stature. As a paying customer subjected to this unacceptable treatment, I am formally requesting: 1. A full investigation into the conduct of the staff on both flights. 2. A written apology acknowledging the discriminatory and unprofessional behavior I endured. 3. Appropriate compensation for the distress, inconvenience, and mishandling of my travel. If this matter is not addressed promptly and thoroughly, I will have no choice but to escalate my complaint further, including filing with the U.S. Department of Transportation and sharing my experience through other channels. I trust [Airline] will take this complaint seriously and provide a timely resolution.

1. when we went to check in, our 2 first class seats had been CANCELED and the flight was sold out. This was done without our prior knowledge. It was all we could do to restore one first class seat for my wife and I flew economy. 2, Our flight home was scheduled to leave at 10:30 pm. Due to tsunami warnings, the roads were closed and our flight status was uncertain as to whether it would leave as scheduled. It was announced that it would now leave at 11:20 pm and the roads were now open since the tsunami had come and gone. We made a mad dash to the airport and checked in. Delays were announced at 12:30 pm, 1:30 am, 2:30 am and at 3:30 am it was canceled. Since this was a flight due to natural (tsunami) causes, there was no compensation. We were told to return at 1:00 pm the next day and our baggage would be kept on the plane since the same plane was going to leave at 1:00 pm. We had to return to our hotel for the rest of the night. The same plane did not leave at 1:00 pm and our baggage was gone! All in all, it was a miserable performance by UA. Information was hard to obtain and no one knew what was going on and what was going to happen. Hundreds of passengers slept on the floor, chairs, etc. No food and no water was made available to the passengers. It was a situation where UA could care less what was going on. As a one million mile flyer, I had not experienced anything like this before and it was hugely disappointing!

I found the staff to not be very attentive at all. When paying for Business Class you expect a certain type of service and that was not found. They were almost rude even

Our experience on United Airlines was extremely poor. The plane was extremely cold throughout our entire flight- which multiple people complained about- and we had to wait 2 hours to get a blanket which was too thin and barely helped warm us up. As well as this, none of the entertainment features were working so we had to sit through a roughly 10 hour flight with nothing to keep our attention, including the actual flight path screen. It was an extremely disappointing experience and I would hope that this gets fixed if we ever choose United Airlines again.

Smooth flight with enough time for connection. Ran out of meal options. In-flight and gate staff were friendly and helpful. Good service overall.

Paid for exit row at the back of the plane. Window seat with lots of leg space. Food was inedible (as usual). Brought my own.

They don’t give information on why a flight is delayed in a timely manner. Very frustrating.

The plane (Mitsubishi CRJ) felt old, creaking and not very new. The crew was okay. Hot water provision was broken so hot beverages could't be served.

The plane was late (as was my flight out from Birmingham the day before)

Best flight attendants ever! Very customer and service oriented, courteous, professional and helpful.

Never happened. Flight was delayed. Had to be re rojyed

Lufthansa is my favorite airline and have flown oversea with them for the past 25 years: i always found them so professional and incredibly efficient from checking in to arrival. I also love their Munich or Frankfurt airports.

We paid for business class, and my seat did not work at all. Each time I wanted to adjust the position, an attendant had to come to physically force the seat into its new position. They tried to fix it by fiddling with the electronics (military reset, for example), to no avail. Also, the food was just mediocre. We were at the end of a serving section, so they ran out of several choices. (This was on the flight from Los Angeles to Munich.)

The flight was delayed by an hour. Made the connection uncomfortably tight.

⭐ British Airways Review — A Journey of Highs, Lows, and Lessons ⭐ I recently flew Business Class round-trip from Boston to Mumbai with British Airways, and my experience was a tale of two extremes — from disappointment to exceptional service, and then back to inconsistency. Boston → London: A Surprisingly Poor Start My journey began on a disappointing note. On a 6-hour Business Class flight, I was surprised to discover that there wasn’t a single proper vegetarian meal option available. I was offered a few bakery items only after repeatedly requesting something to eat. The flight attendant shrugged, offered no solution, and eventually — quite literally — threw some bread at me after much delay. This was not only disheartening, it was extremely surprising given my wonderful Business Class experience with BA last year. I stepped off that flight genuinely hungry and had to make a mad dash to the lounge just to get a proper meal. London → Mumbai: A Complete Turnaround The next sector restored my faith in British Airways. The entire crew was warm, welcoming, attentive, and genuinely caring. A special shoutout to Phiroze and the entire team serving the Business Class cabin — their professionalism, hospitality, and thoughtful service were extraordinary. They truly embodied what makes British Airways a global leader, and I am deeply grateful for the experience they provided. This is the BA I know and love. Mumbai → London: A Strange Meal Schedule This sector was generally fine, but the meal timing was puzzling. Lunch at 10:30 AM — for a Business cabin — felt unusual, and most passengers, including myself, barely touched it. The rest of the service was smooth, but the scheduling definitely needs a rethink. London → Boston: Mixed Experience Again The flight itself was decent, but the Business Lounge at Heathrow for this leg was a letdown. Arrived during lunch hours: no hot vegetarian options available Lounge area: dirty dishes everywhere Even after politely alerting the staff, the dishes were ignored and left uncleared For a premium cabin passenger — and at one of the world’s busiest international hubs — this was disappointing. Overall Impression My journey with British Airways felt inconsistent — two great sectors sandwiched between two that fell short of the BA standard. When BA is good, it is world-class. When it misses, the gap is noticeable. I genuinely hope the airline takes this feedback as constructive insight. I continue to believe in British Airways, and I commend the outstanding crew on the London → Mumbai sector — they were the highlight of my entire trip. With a little more focus on vegetarian meal availability, lounge service, and consistency across crews, BA can ensure every Business Class passenger experiences the premium journey they promise.

We were in business class and I had seat # 1. This was a night flight and after dinner was served, lights were dimmed and I went to sleep. The crew were loud and noisy so I didn’t get much sleep. I expect the crew to enjoy themselves but would Appreciate some decency in staying quiet while the passengers sleep

Have travelled business class with other airlines who profess to be the best in the world. They can however not beat the service and comfort that BA provide.

Great on board entertainment Tasty food Cattle class obviously crammed but not as bad as shorter hall flights

Logan gate staff was unhelpful. Arrived early, come to find out the airbus scheduled was reassigned and I did not have a seat. The desk agent spoke to his supervisor who instructed him to give me a boarding pass to get up to gate area, he was polite. At the gate the fellow was sitting to the side with two other BA staff . I asked him if he could help me, his answer was” we are on a break, we are closed” then turned his back. I am almost 70, drove 4 1/2 hours to Boston and had been looking forward to this trip for 5 months. I have worked in service many times in my life and this is not how it is done. I eventually (1/2 hr) before boarding was able to get a seat. The rest of the flight experience was unremarkable.

The boarding process was chaotic at LHR and the seat was not as comfortable as other airlines....

Great flight. One unique individual assisting in business class who should have not been there. Need more generic meals, not British centric.

There might be more food options for people who can't eat so much starch/sugar/bread/rice. Meat, cheese, walnuts/pecans for snack, maybe jerky or other kinds of meat-based snacks would be better than bread and rice and sweets. I had an extra chardonnay, which was fine. The entertainment was great.

Unfortunately, my flight was cancelled because of some sort of emergency over the Atlantic and had to return to London. While I think British Airways made every effort to mitigate the situation, I must say it was still pretty unpleasant. I do appreciate the fact, however, that British Airways put my safety first…and I think the effort to correct a bad situation was very sincere. But I think the process might be handled better in future.

Crew service was poor and very little difference between premium economy and economy. Disappointed.

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