What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to London flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to London flights?

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to London?

JetBlue is the most popular carrier operating from San Francisco to London

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to London on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and London is 29 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 17:00, with 85% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to London on average per week?

205 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to London as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How often are flights from San Francisco to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 11% of flights between San Francisco and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 153 minutes.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to London?

Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to London are updated daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to London?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to London.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?

The necessary travel and health documents for your London trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to London from San Francisco during February instead. Flights to London in February, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $961.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $950. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San Francisco to London for around $1,163.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London?

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,010. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to London is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,164.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to London flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to London from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to London for around $1,104 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to London from San Francisco for as low as $1,036 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to London flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to London flights?

You could potentially save up to 26% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to London flight.

How have San Francisco to London flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for San Francisco to London flights are approximately 32% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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London is 8609.4 km away from San Francisco. By plane, this route typically takes 10h 35m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to London?
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How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to London?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to London.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to London?
The necessary travel and health documents for your London trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
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momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from San Francisco to London is Boeing 777, representing 40.09% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A380-800 at 20.44%, Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner at 14.59%, and Airbus A380 at 7.63%.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to London?

If you aren’t able to travel during the month of September, then book flights to London from San Francisco during February instead. Flights to London in February, while not as cheap as those in September, still average around $961.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to London?

Our data shows that Wednesday is the least expensive day to fly to London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as $950. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San Francisco to London for around $1,163.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to London?

The cheapest time of day to fly to London is in the evening when flights can be purchased for as low as $1,010. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to London is in the afternoon when prices are around $1,164.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to London flight route?

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

What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to London flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on San Francisco to London flights?

You could potentially save up to 26% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Francisco to London flight.

How have San Francisco to London flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2026, prices for San Francisco to London flights are approximately 32% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to London?

JetBlue is the most popular carrier operating from San Francisco to London

How often are flights from San Francisco to London delayed?

Historically, on average around 11% of flights between San Francisco and London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 153 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to London flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Monday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Wednesday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to London flights?

According to our data, Virgin Atlantic have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 8% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to London on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and London is 29 per day as of January 2026. The most frequent departure time is 17:00, with 85% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to London on average per week?

205 flights are operational weekly from San Francisco to London as of January 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 15% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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