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$460 Find Cheap Flights from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco

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Cheapest round-trip
$510
Overall average: $596
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Fri 11/7Mon 11/17
LHR - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$611
Typical prices: $621-$845
Lufthansa
Mon 11/24Tue 12/9
LHR - SFO • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Heathrow to San Francisco (LHR-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Heathrow 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 round-trip flight deals from Heathrow to San Francisco

Fri, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 17
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6:30 pm - 2:45 pmLHR-SFO
28h 15m1 stop
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4:35 pm - 5:30 pmSFO-LHR
16h 55m1 stop
$510TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Wed, Dec 10 - Mon, Jan 12
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6:00 am - 2:30 pmLHR-SFO
16h 30m1 stop
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4:35 pm - 5:30 pmSFO-LHR
16h 55m1 stop
$520TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 9
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6:00 am - 4:05 pmLHR-SFO
18h 05m1 stop
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5:35 pm - 5:30 pmSFO-LHR
16h 55m1 stop
$523TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Sat, Nov 8 - Wed, Dec 10
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6:00 am - 2:45 pmLHR-SFO
16h 45m1 stop
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4:35 pm - 9:35 pmSFO-LHR
21h 00m1 stop
$524TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Thu, Nov 20 - Wed, Dec 3
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6:30 pm - 4:05 pmLHR-SFO
29h 35m1 stop
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4:35 pm - 6:55 pmSFO-LHR
18h 20m1 stop
$527TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 8
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6:40 am - 2:35 pmLHR-SFO
15h 55m1 stop
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4:40 pm - 5:40 pmSFO-LHR
17h 00m1 stop
$538Scandinavian Airlines
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Thu, Nov 20 - Fri, Dec 5
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7:30 pm - 2:35 pmLHR-SFO
27h 05m1 stop
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4:40 pm - 4:00 pmSFO-LHR
15h 20m1 stop
$539Scandinavian Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 8
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Mon, Nov 24 - Mon, Dec 8
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15h 55m1 stop
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4:40 pm - 6:50 pmSFO-LHR
18h 10m2 stops
$544Scandinavian Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
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7:40 am - 2:50 pmLHR-SFO
15h 10m1 stop
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12:50 pm - 7:25 amSFO-LHR
10h 35mnonstop
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Heathrow to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Heathrow 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 Heathrow 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.

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

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

When flying from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco, you should consider leaving on a Thursday and avoid Sundays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to London Heathrow Airport, you’ll find the best rates on Wednesdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport to San Francisco is February, where tickets cost $566 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $874 and $816 respectively.

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

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 $643 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport 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 Heathrow Airport to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 7% 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 Heathrow to San Francisco

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
British Airways

BA's Premium Economy offers extra legroom and priority boarding for long-haul comfort.


BA's cabin crew are known for their professionalism and proactive service.

United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats with aisle access, enhancing comfort on long-haul flights.


United Polaris Lounges provide a luxurious experience with restaurants and less crowding.

Lufthansa

Lufthansa's Premium Economy offers 50% more space and an extra checked bag.


Lufthansa provides 11 special meal choices, including vegetarian and vegan options.

Read more about Lufthansaby Jessica Macdonald
Iberia

Iberia's Business Class offers all-aisle access and comfortable bedding.


Iberia provides free messaging for Iberia Plus members, regardless of class.

Read more about Iberiaby Marisa Garcia
Virgin Atlantic

Upper Class offers fully flat beds and privacy with high partitions and sliding doors.


Virgin Atlantic's gourmet dining includes multi-course meals and an onboard bar for socializing.

Delta

Delta One Suites offer privacy with sliding doors on A350 aircraft, ideal for long-haul comfort.


Delta offers free messaging on international flights, though browsing requires a package purchase.

Read more about Deltaby Stefanie Waldek
Airports
LHR

Heathrow can be overcrowded. Arrive two hours early for carry-on, longer if checking bags. Avoid peak times for smoother security.

Read more about LHRby Duncan Madden
SFO

For a smooth arrival, use BART from SFO to reach popular SF neighborhoods affordably. The station is in the International Terminal.

Read more about SFOby Blane Bachelor
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Duncan Madden

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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

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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Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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 on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Jessica Macdonald

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

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 traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

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.

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Laura Ratliff

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.

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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on SFO

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing 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 favorite 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. She will always choose the window seat.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$460
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 29% increase in price.
Flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco

When to book flights from Heathrow to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Heathrow to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Flights from Heathrow to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from Heathrow 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-SFOSep 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 London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco flights

  • Is Heathrow family friendly?

    Heathrow Airport has at least one children’s play area in every terminal and most restaurants do children’s menus, and some promise to serve food within 15min. You can pre-order nappies and baby milk via the on-site chemist in each terminal, which reduces the need to carry more things through security.

  • How many airports are there in San Francisco and how many have direct routes from London?

    There are three airports in the San Francisco Bay area: San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Oakland International Airport (OAK) and San Jose International Airport (SJC). SFO is the airport that has more international airline options while Oakland and San Jose have more low-cost carriers and domestic routes. Both British Airways and Virgin fly non-stop to San Francisco SFO Airport from London Heathrow.

  • What is the best way to travel to London Heathrow to catch my plane to San Francisco SFO?

    There are two trains from central London, leaving Paddington station; the Heathrow Express takes 15min, non-stop and the Heathrow Connect takes 30min with a few stops. It is also very straightforward to catch the London Underground - the journey takes about an hour from central London.

  • Once landed from London Heathrow, what is the best way to travel into San Francisco using public transport?

    The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) is easy, taking 30min, with trains leaving 3-4 times every hour. Passengers can connect to the BART from any of the terminals via the free Air Train. BART trains run from 5:00 in the week, 6:00 on Saturdays, and 8:00 on Sundays and stop at midnight every day. There are also buses that run from San Francisco SFO Airport to various parts of the state. For example, the Evans Airport shuttle serves Napa, the Marin Airporter goes into Marin County and the Sonoma County Airport Express carries passengers to Sonoma County.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco was $460 for a one-way ticket and $510 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes

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

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

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco?

    Only KLM offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to San Francisco are Delta and Austrian Airlines. With an average price for the route of $708 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. Austrian Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $727 and an overall rating of 7.6.

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

  • 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 Francisco?

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

    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 Francisco with an airline and back to London Heathrow Airport with another airline. Booking your flights between London Heathrow Airport and SFO 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 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 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 Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $589 or less one-way and $632 or less round-trip.
  • London Heathrow (LHR) is one of the busiest airports in the world, so make sure to check your terminal in advance as distances between the terminals can be long if you make a mistake, and the journey between them can take more time than you think.
  • Download the London Heathrow app onto your telephone before you leave, as this will update you in real-time on delays, and also help you easily navigate the terminals to find restaurants, services and your boarding gate.
  • If you are pushed for time but very hungry, look out for the 15-minute symbol at many of the eateries at Heathrow Airport; these places will take your order and deliver your food within 15min.
  • If you find yourself with lots of time to spare before your flight, head to the Number 1 Lounge in Terminal 3 after security – as well as food, newspapers and drink, it also has a travel spa and sleep pods that can be reserved by the hour.
  • When planning your flight into San Francisco SFO Airport, remember that because it’s so close to the coast, it is prone to being foggy, which means that landing and take-off capacity becomes frequently limited. Make sure you factor in some extra landing time in your arrival schedule for unforeseen weather delays; it’s all part of the wonder of arriving in the area.

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

 
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 Francisco.
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Direct departures

London Heathrow to San Francisco

Monday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

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Tuesday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

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Wednesday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

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Thursday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

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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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Direct returns

San Francisco to London Heathrow

Monday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

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Tuesday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

British Airways, United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic

British Airways, United Airlines, +1 more

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 serving from Heathrow 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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7.6
Austrian AirlinesOverall score based on 861 reviews
6.8Entertainment
6.8Food
8.1Crew
7.6Boarding
7.3Comfort
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Great! They got my vegetarian meal right, flight was comfortable, they helped store my heavy luggage. Pleasant crew and flight staff.

10.0 ExcellentL, Oct 2025VIE - EWR
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Great! They got my vegetarian meal right, flight was comfortable, they helped store my heavy luggage. Pleasant crew and flight staff.

I did wish they would give us the entire little bottle Bailey's instead of just have 1/2 bottle at a time

My layover in Vienna was supposed to be 35 minutes but because my flight was canceled I had to wait in the airport for an additional 8 hours.

The flight was delayed for 30 minutes with no apparent reason. There is no entertainment at all, and no USB or electric outlets for charging your phone or tablet.

They had me unpack a handbag 2 lbs overweight into another handbag 8 lbs underweight for a Bible.

Accessibility serious problems in Viena airport making it seriousely difficult in in-between gates and boarding travel. Pretens of breakfast and service care in the economy pathetic.

One thing I really liked about Austrian Airlines was that the flight attendants were very kind, and the in-flight entertainment offered many choices. One thing that could be improved is the meal service, since only a vegetarian option was offered — it would be better to have at least two choices

Landing was a little hard. Food was not great My prior review was for the flight to nyc too

Landing was a little hard. Food was not great. No options.

Five star experience all around except for my seat, which was broken. It would only go down 70%.Of the way. It defeats the purpose of buying a business class ticket if you don’t actually get to lay flat..

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.

I really enjoyed flying with United airlines amazing experience , good customer service and great food

1.It will be better if sandwich is warm. 2.The food is too salty. 3.Breakfast needs some vegetables or fruits.

Boarded plane and then delayed 1.5 hours while on the plane

We flew into Barcelona and the plane was so cramped and very uncomfortable and dirty. But we flew out of Madrid and that plane was much better. Would fly Iberia again.

For what we are willing to pay for international air travel, our experience was very good. We had no problem checking in, we had very little wait time at the AA counter in Madrid, and the staff in Madrid were very helpful. The flight crew was helpful and courteous, the plane was on the newer side, and our assigned seats were together without us needing to purchase them. The flight took off on time and arrived early. Overall, it was a pleasant experience or as much as could be expected in economy for almost 10 hours.

Boarding was easy, the flight left on time and even landed 20 minutes early. The food was plentiful and really good! The crew was kind & helpful. Overall it was an exceptional experience!

We were delayed 2 hours because the crew was late. They need better planning by the crew, we had to sit in uncomfortable seats waiting for them.

The flight was safe, confortable and convenient. Thank you. I hope to come back soon!

Difficulty to check in online, but well handled at the airport. Flight delay was unfortunate. Crew was adequate but not what we have usually experienced from BA. Seat was not comfortable.

Food was terrible. Going to Italy I gave benefit of the doubt however returning to the USA was no better. Rolls were frozen. Butter was frozen. Quality of entree poor

temperature was too cold there should be free blankets, seat are very uncomfortable, entertainment is limited.

Basic service for a decent price, all amenities are à la cart

Cabin crew friendlier, they weren't weren't unfriendly, but simply professional and not more

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.

The plane was very clean. The bathroom was clean as well. The land crew were very polite and informative and helpful. They informed me that there is a long way and challenging to go from international terminal to national terminal and in addition to getting my suitcases and going through customs and dropping them again for my second leg of trip which was San Francisco to Los Angeles . I have left knee issue and had a recent fall with aching muscles all over, the land crew suggested wheelchair help for me, God bless her. If I did not have help, I could not make it to my last terminal. Thank you UNITED AIRLINE!

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.

My bags never made it on the flight and I now have to wait for them to arrive hopefully tomorrow. You can’t even track your bags in the app to see where they are since they didn’t arrive. You have to file a claim and then wait for them to inform you when you will receive your bag. We were already delayed for an hour due to baggage so I don’t understand how my bag didn’t make the flight.

One of the worst experience given the middle seat even asked for the change no one honored,boarded at the end and overall one of the worst experience

It was good although our flight to the UK was cancelled and rescheduled for two days later. This was after we were already seated on the plane. We missed the first leg of our trip. BA did put us up at a hotel and paid for our meals but we lost our hotel costs in Glasgow.

The crew was very nice and pleasant. We were very reluctant to book our flight with British Airlines because we had bad experience with their flight attendants on the previous trips, they were rude and not helpful.

I am a 25+ years American Airlines member. British Airways is simply above and beyond in every customer satisfaction category.

The seat pads are past there sell by date now and are uncomfotable. Also, with screens in the back of the seat, the seats shouldnt be able to recline as this puts rhe screen in your face.

1. The website didn’t allow me to checkin from London as I have Bangladesh passport with US permanent resident card. This pushed me to sit with my wife in the middle of two aisle seats, terrible experience! 2. BA should allow within 24 hours to checkin with other passport holders to choose better seats. A 2nd verification of travel documents can be done at the desk about immigration status. 3. Food options were poor for vegetarian passengers, try to introduce healthy options avoiding carb-dense food ingredients.

Cabin crew lovely and accommodating and I'll always fly BA in the future

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