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Cheapest round-trip
$842
Typical prices: $710-$917
Lufthansa
Thu 9/3Tue 9/22
LHR - SAN • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$844
Typical prices: $743-$937
British Airways
Mon 9/28Mon 10/12
LHR - SAN • Non-stop
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For long-haul comfort, Iberia Premium Economy offers 37” pitch and 18.5” width.
British Airways premium economy adds 7 inches of legroom on this route.
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You can fly direct with British Airways. Average duration is 11h 20m
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Cheapest • Avg $668 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 13h 58m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 26% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Heathrow to San Diego (LHR-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Heathrow to San Diego 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Heathrow to San Diego

Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 22
Lufthansa Logo
7:25 am - 3:25 pm
LHR
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SAN
16h 00m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
12:37 pm - 12:25 pm
SAN
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LHR
15h 48m
1 stop
$842Lufthansa
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16
Air Canada Logo
8:45 am - 8:39 pm
LHR
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SAN
19h 54m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
7:00 am - 6:30 am
SAN
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LHR
15h 30m
1 stop
$843Air Canada
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16
Air Canada Logo
8:45 am - 8:39 pm
LHR
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SAN
19h 54m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
7:00 am - 9:35 am
SAN
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LHR
18h 35m
2 stops
$844Air Canada
Mon, Sep 21 - Wed, Sep 30
Lufthansa Logo
10:35 am - 6:35 pm
LHR
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SAN
16h 00m
1 stop
Lufthansa Logo
3:56 pm - 2:10 pm
SAN
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LHR
14h 14m
1 stop
$846Lufthansa
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Oct 25
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:40 am - 2:10 pm
LHR
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SAN
38h 30m
3 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:00 pm - 11:50 am
SAN
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LHR
14h 50m
1 stop
$847Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 28 - Wed, Oct 14
Air Canada Logo
2:05 pm - 2:50 pm
LHR
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SAN
32h 45m
2 stops
Air Canada Logo
12:35 pm - 1:20 pm
SAN
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LHR
16h 45m
1 stop
$849Air Canada
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16
Finnair Logo
2:30 pm - 5:50 pm
LHR
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SAN
11h 20mnonstop
Finnair Logo
1:10 pm - 10:50 am
SAN
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LHR
13h 40m
1 stop
$851Finnair
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16
Lufthansa Logo
6:30 am - 5:00 pm
LHR
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SAN
18h 30m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
11:00 am - 12:35 pm
SAN
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LHR
17h 35m
1 stop
$852Lufthansa
Thu, Sep 3 - Tue, Sep 22
Lufthansa Logo
6:30 am - 5:26 pm
LHR
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SAN
18h 56m
2 stops
Lufthansa Logo
5:15 pm - 7:40 pm
SAN
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LHR
18h 25m
1 stop
$853Lufthansa
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 16
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2:30 pm - 5:50 pm
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SAN
11h 20mnonstop
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1:10 pm - 10:50 am
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13h 40m
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$854Finnair
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Heathrow to San Diego flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego departing in September.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego, 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 Heathrow Airport to San Diego is February, where tickets cost $676 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,110 and $1,045 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $1,184 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego, 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 Heathrow Airport to San Diego, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 26% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 18 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Heathrow to San Diego

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

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Iberia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Expert on British Airways and LHR

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.

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Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$605
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 25% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 11% lower on average.
Flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego

When to book flights from Heathrow to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Heathrow to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking London Heathrow Airport to San Diego flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego was $605 for a one-way ticket and $842 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between London Heathrow Airport and San Diego?

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

    When flying out of London Heathrow Airport you will be using London Heathrow. You will be landing at San Diego, also known as San Diego.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the London Heathrow Airport to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

    Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between London Heathrow Airport and San Diego, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

    There are nonstop flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to San Diego, United Airlines or American Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to San Diego are United Airlines and American Airlines. With an average price for the route of $813 and an overall rating of 7.4, United Airlines is the most popular choice. American Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $1,312 and an overall rating of 7.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

    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 Heathrow Airport to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to London Heathrow Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between London Heathrow Airport and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

    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 Diego from London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $677 or less one-way and $925 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from London Heathrow to San Diego.
Find which airlines fly direct from London Heathrow Airport to San Diego Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

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London Heathrow to San Diego

Monday

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Tuesday

British Airways

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Wednesday

British Airways

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Thursday

British Airways

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Friday

British Airways

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Saturday

British Airways

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Sunday

British Airways

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San Diego to London Heathrow

Monday

British Airways

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Tuesday

British Airways

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Wednesday

British Airways

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Thursday

British Airways

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