What percentage of London to Los Angeles flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 24.7% of flights from London to Los Angeles were direct. For flights with connections, travelers typically experienced two stopovers. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

How many hours is the flight from London to Los Angeles?

A direct flight from London to Los Angeles typically takes 11 hours and 15 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 16 hours and 35 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 8759 kilometers.

How often do cheap flights from London to Los Angeles come up?

Historically, cheap flights from London to Los Angeles have been frequent. This route consistently offers opportunities for travelers to find good value. The availability of deals has been observed regularly across the trailing 30 days.

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LON - Los Angeles
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London to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Los Angeles

Fares for flights from London to Los Angeles typically range from $723–$1214, with a median price of $906. Right now, fares for cheap flights from London to Los Angeles are above the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price.

When considering when is the cheapest time to fly from London to Los Angeles, February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $585. January is also a strong contender, offering a median fare of $615. Travelers can also find more competitive prices in November, where the median fare is $789.

A typical journey from London to Los Angeles takes about 11h 15m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. For those flying direct, the non-stop flight time is also approximately 11h 15m, while connecting itineraries typically extend to about 19h 42m.

The route from London to Los Angeles covers a substantial distance of 8759 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul journey. This significant distance means you can expect a considerable amount of time in the air, often involving multiple time zones.

How much is a round trip from London to Los Angeles

Regular price: £488 - £997

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from London to Los Angeles.

The regular price range for flights from London to Los Angeles is 488 GBP to 997 GBP. The current lowest deal is 407 GBP with Aer Lingus for travel from Sep 6-Sep 12.

now £407

Low £488

High £997

The cheapest time to fly from London to Los Angeles

The cheapest month to fly from London to Los Angeles is January, with a median price of $607. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1177. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from £607

March

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,177

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Los Angeles

British Airways

Last-minute flights going from London to Los Angeles

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Los Angeles

London (LHR) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Aer Lingus

£529

£411

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Los Angeles

London (LHR) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Aer Lingus

£517

£418

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Los Angeles

London (LHR) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Aer Lingus

£516

£418

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Los Angeles

London (LHR) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Aer Lingus

£554

£407

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Los Angeles

London (LHR) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Aer Lingus

£528

£436

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Los Angeles

London (LHR) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Aer Lingus

£575

£432

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Los Angeles

13 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 29

£801 → £450

44%

17 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 31

£805 → £455

43%

14 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 30

£802 → £453

44%

17 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 30

£803 → £455

43%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Los Angeles

London - Los Angeles route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from London to Los Angeles are above the typical level at $906.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January offers the lowest median price at $607 for flights from London to Los Angeles.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 11h 15m

Direct flights from London to Los Angeles typically take 11h 15m, while connecting flights average 19h 42m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant for this route, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

British Airways offers direct flights

British Airways is one airline offering direct flights from London to Los Angeles.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from London to Los Angeles appear frequently, with good prices available.

London main airports to depart from

Heathrow (LHR)

Cheapest

London Heathrow Airport offers flights to Los Angeles, providing a convenient departure point for your journey.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£370

Los Angeles main airports to arrive at

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Cheapest

Los Angeles International Airport is a good option for flights from London to Los Angeles.

📍 ~19 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£370

Airports nearby Los Angeles used as alternative

Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

Hollywood Burbank is a useful alternative for its proximity to North Los Angeles and easier terminal navigation.

📍 ~25 km from Los Angeles (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£484

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Los Angeles

94% AI deal score

$7,891

$3,611

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Los Angeles

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from London to Los Angeles has been 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price was $1006. Booking within 6 days of departure typically saw prices rise to an average of $1317. For those planning further ahead, prices for bookings made 60+ days out were also competitive, averaging around $1007.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from London to Los Angeles is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $723. The median price for this route was $906, with 75% of prices observed at $1214 or less. This threshold helps travelers identify value based on historical pricing trends over a 90-day period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from London to Los Angeles have been February, with a median price of $585, and January, with a median price of $615. November also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $789. The annual median price for this route was $906, indicating significant savings are possible during these months.

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London to Los Angeles: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Los Angeles

How much is a round trip from London to Los Angeles

Regular price: £488 - £997

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from London to Los Angeles.

The regular price range for flights from London to Los Angeles is 488 GBP to 997 GBP. The current lowest deal is 407 GBP with Aer Lingus for travel from Sep 6-Sep 12.

now £407

Low £488

High £997

The cheapest time to fly from London to Los Angeles

January

Cheapest

Flights from £607

March

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,177

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Los Angeles

British Airways

Last-minute flights going from London to Los Angeles

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Los Angeles

London (LHR) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Aer Lingus

£529

£411

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Los Angeles

London (LHR) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Aer Lingus

£517

£418

One-way

Thu, Sep 3

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Los Angeles

London (LHR) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Aer Lingus

£516

£418

One-way

Sun, Sep 6

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Los Angeles

London (LHR) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Aer Lingus

£554

£407

One-way

Sat, Sep 12

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Los Angeles

London (LHR) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Aer Lingus

£528

£436

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Los Angeles

London (LHR) - Los Angeles (LAX)

Aer Lingus

£575

£432

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from London to Los Angeles

13 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 29

£801 → £450

44%

17 nights

Dec 14 - Dec 31

£805 → £455

43%

14 nights

Dec 16 - Dec 30

£802 → £453

44%

17 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 30

£803 → £455

43%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Los Angeles