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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to England

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
London
London1 stop$673
Manchester
Manchester2 stops$727
Birmingham
Birmingham1 stop$318
Bristol
Bristol3 stops$843
Leeds
Leeds2 stops$1,018
Liverpool
Liverpool1 stop$849
Newquay
Newquay1 stop$1,167
Exeter
Exeter1 stop$1,211
Grimsby
Grimsby2 stops$1,139
London
London1 stop$673
Manchester
Manchester2 stops$727
Birmingham
Birmingham1 stop$318
Bristol
Bristol3 stops$843
Leeds
Leeds2 stops$1,018
Liverpool
Liverpool1 stop$849
Newquay
Newquay1 stop$1,167
Exeter
Exeter1 stop$1,211
Grimsby
Grimsby2 stops$1,139

Book Cheap San Francisco to England Plane Tickets

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

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Mar 17
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7:35 pm - 8:05 am
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BHX
28h 30m
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5:45 pm - 8:35 pm
BHX
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33h 50m
1 stop
$318Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 16
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4:45 pm - 4:00 pm
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LHR
15h 15m
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6:40 am - 2:50 pm
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16h 10m
1 stop
$673Scandinavian Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 29
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4:30 pm - 9:45 am
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LGW
33h 15m
1 stop
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4:25 pm - 2:35 pm
LGW
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30h 10m
1 stop
$674TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Thu, Dec 10 - Wed, Dec 16
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4:45 pm - 4:00 pm
SFO
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LHR
15h 15m
1 stop
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6:40 am - 2:50 pm
LHR
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SFO
16h 10m
1 stop
$675Scandinavian Airlines
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
TAP AIR PORTUGAL Logo
4:35 pm - 5:45 pm
SFO
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LHR
17h 10m
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7:50 pm - 2:30 pm
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26h 40m
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$676TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 29
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4:30 pm - 7:55 pm
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LTN
19h 25m
2 stops
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8:35 pm - 2:30 pm
LTN
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SFO
25h 55m
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$678Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Thu, Dec 17
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8:35 pm - 3:10 pm
SFO
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LHR
10h 35mnonstop
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11:45 am - 2:55 pm
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SFO
11h 10mnonstop
$719British Airways
Mon, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:35 pm - 3:10 pm
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10h 35mnonstop
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11:45 am - 2:55 pm
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11h 10mnonstop
$721British Airways
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
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11:25 am - 11:50 am
SFO
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16h 25m
1 stop
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6:50 am - 9:33 pm
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22h 43m
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$725Air Canada
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
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9:00 am - 9:20 am
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16h 20m
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Air Canada Logo
6:50 am - 9:33 pm
LHR
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SFO
22h 43m
2 stops
$725Air Canada
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Francisco to England flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to England?

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

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to England from San Francisco usually cost between $658 and $987 in December.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $673 on Scandinavian Airlines (Dec 10-Dec 16).

What is the cheapest San Francisco to England flight route?

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

The cheapest ticket to England from San Francisco found in the last 5 days was to London, at $444 round-trip. The most popular route is from San Francisco (SFO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 5 days was $444.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to England?

The average price for all round-trip flights from San Francisco to England depending on the time of departure, clicked by users on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

The cheapest time of day to fly to England is generally in the morning, when round-trip flights cost $902 on average. Morning departures are around 3% cheaper than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to England is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $988.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from San Francisco to England?

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 $1,020 on average.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to England, 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 San Francisco to England is February, when tickets cost $657 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $1,282 and $1,062 respectively.

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

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to England on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Friday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Francisco to England, 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 San Francisco to England, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 5% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$287
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 22% increase in price.
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Flights from San Francisco to England: the best tips from KAYAK users

Insights shared by verified travelers who flew the route from San Francisco to England 
Verified travelerFlew with British Airways
SFO
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LHR
Dec 2025
If not getting off in London make sure you have enough time to get to your connecting gates
Verified travelerFlew with Iberia
SFO
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LHR
Jan 2026
Buy your flight directly from the airline because the cancellation process is purgatory
GeraldFlew with Virgin Atlantic
SFO
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LHR
Jun 2025
Virgin Atlantic uses terminal 3. Much faster clearing customs than terminal 5
Verified travelerFlew with American Airlines
SFO
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LHR
Jun 2025
Large number of passengers on the flight so arrive early to the airport and to the boarding gate
PallaviFlew with British Airways
SFO
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LHR
Apr 2025
Eat at the lounge first so you are not stuck eating overcooked cheese ravioli
TapanFlew with British Airways
SFO
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LHR
Oct 2024
Great baggage policy in BA.. The worst part was experience at London Heathrow airport. Security was slow, too many people. Almost lost connecting flight even with 2 hours layover.

FAQs - booking England flights

  • Are there non-stop flights from San Francisco to England?

    United Airlines, Virgin Atlantic, Delta, American Airlines and British Airways offer direct flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). Other airlines like Scandinavian Airlines, Aer Lingus, and JetBlue can also get you to England, but you might have to make one or more stops.

  • How much will it cost to check a bag when flying from San Francisco to England?

    If you fly first class from San Francisco to England, you can avoid paying baggage fees for any checked bags you’ll bring along. But if you fly in another class, you will most likely be subjected to baggage fees from airlines like American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines.

  • Where are the layovers for flights from San Francisco to England?

    While some airlines like United Airlines offer direct flights from San Francisco to England, the majority of the flights to England will require stops. Some common layovers for flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to England will take place at Denver International Airport (DEN), Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD), Dulles International Airport (IAD), London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and Dublin Airport (DUB).

  • How can I help make a flight from San Francisco to England sustainable?

    Packing light for a flight from San Francisco to England is one way to make it more sustainable. You can also do it by flying with an airline like American Airlines which is working to become carbon-neutral by using fuel-friendly planes and by reducing how much plastic it uses during flights.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Francisco to England?

    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 San Francisco to England.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Francisco to England?

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

    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 from San Francisco to England with an airline and back with another airline.

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

    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 from San Francisco to England up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to England

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found tickets from San Francisco to the following destinations at these prices or less: London $459 one-way - $961 round-trip
  • From San Francisco, there are a number of destinations in England you can fly to. London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the right choice for those visiting central London, while London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is better for those visiting the area just south of London. Manchester, for example, is in northwest England and has Manchester Airport (MAN), while Birmingham Airport (BHX) will be ideal for those who want to get to the Birmingham area in the West Midlands region of England.
  • If you are considering flying to England in first class. American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, and United Airlines offer first-class tickets that will give you access to amenities like extra legroom, a lie-flat seat you can use to sleep, extensive dining options, and more.
  • To fly from San Francisco to England, you will need to secure a passport. But unless you plan on staying in England for more than 6 months, a visa won’t be necessary.
  • If you plan to work while on a flight from San Francisco to England, make sure you fly with an airline that offers free Wi-Fi. JetBlue is one of the few airlines that lets passengers use a free, high-speed Wi-Fi connection. It’s what makes JetBlue such an appealing option to those who will be traveling to England for business purposes.
  • Some airlines that fly from San Francisco to England have lounges at San Francisco International Airport (SFO) that you can use to relax while you wait for your flight to take off. American Airlines, for example, offers its Admirals Club in SFO, while United Airlines has its United Club available to passengers who would like to use it.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from San Francisco to England

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Francisco to England. 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.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Francisco to England? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.8
DeltaOverall score based on 8499 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.2Food
7.8Comfort
7.8Entertainment
8.5Crew
Airline reviews

My son’s suitcase was left behind at SFO and did not make the flight.

6.0 GoodJorge, Jul 2026
SFO - GDL
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My son’s suitcase was left behind at SFO and did not make the flight.

Crew was absolutely fantastic and we’re so welcoming and friendly ❤️

Flight delayed four separate times. I’m now one hour hours late to landing.

The plane was an older model, so it wasn’t as comfortable as others. The flight attendants were not helpful during onboarding. It was a full flight so there was chaos finding space for baggage.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

Delta’s staff is unmatched. From the gate agents, to the pilots, to the flight attendants… all top of the industry.

Our flight from SFO to MSP was right on time on 11/15/2025. No delays. As we approached MSP at about 8 pm, we circled in the air until 8:40 pm so I don't call that efficient for MSP. I think the captain should announce the delay and why. (as if we all don't know that we are just circling around the area, slowing down, speeding up, slowing down.) Thank you. Marilyn Fischer

Excellent flight, the planes were newer, they did a nice job with boarding, great service overall.

Thank you for not flipping the plane on the run way. You guys get a 5 star rating for the flight!!!

Boarding is, as it always is… horrible. Gate lice. Slow moving zones. Too many people with carry ons

Check in at the desk was very slow pus Security, although not Virgin issue at JFK was a nightmare. 50 minuet wait no time to explore airport and get last minuet gifts. total wait 1.5hours

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

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

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 crew was excellent as ever on Virgin. The special meal was poor unfortunately. More significantly when we arrived at Manchester Airport there was no air bridge provided and we had to exit the plane down a rickety stair case. This is unacceptable for a transatlantic flight. Whilst I understand that this is the airport’s fault at the end of the day the airline is responsible for our transportation and needs to do something.

Super friendly and helpful staff, from check-in desk to cabin crew.

Good overall. Cannot fault the airlines. I have had better entertainment systems before ie ice in Emirates but it was not too bad. Food was decent and staff were friendly.

My only complaint is that the pocket in front of me was ripped and my things, like iPad and airline magazines, kept slipping to the floor.

Flight delayed yet again. Crew apathetic and unhelpful re affect on connecting flight.

Cabin crew on our flight showed lack of any customer service gruff and acting annoyed if you asked anything and I mean anything Example a man on the seat over dropped his beer on my husbands blanket We asked if we could switch out blankets cabin crew Said. No we don’t have any extras OK well can you take the wet one Cabin crew looked disgusted and annoyed Took it no OK or yes just a growl

The pilot was late so we didn’t take off til almost 2 hours late.

It was a short, comfortable flight. It did leave an hour late due to the pilot having to be replaced (family emergency) but that didn’t inconvenience myself & my friend. The situation was explained, eventually.

Excellent communication from the staff. We actually arrived early. Very friendly and professional staff.

No extra snacks were available. Meals quality is terrible. Crew was not friendly.

Lost one piece of luggage even though I checked in 2.5 hours before the flight

Some flight attendants were great others were cranky. Seats were very tight and sitting on an aisle was very hard as the carts and people walking constantly bumped shoulder and arm.

Liked fold flat bed. Didn’t like having no window. Didn’t like poor choice of food and being served dinner very late, hours after take off of a 7:40pm flight. Servers not friendly. Food horrible in business class.

Waited for our plane from HNL so we didn't miss connection. AMAZING Service for that, then really clean plane. Nice airline attendants.

Old plane with broken interiors, unclean restrooms and non attentive crew.

The infotainment system is liking compared to Airlines like Emirates Etihad Singapore Qantas

Awful customer service. What you are told 100% depends on who you talk to.

Air Lingus was in no hurry to get us on the plane as sat at the gate a long time before they boarded us. Then they leave us on the tarmac for an hour. They were no help to let me know what I needed to do to get home. I had to navigate London Heathrow with 0 help from them.

Overall good experience. But seats were small and uncomfortable for the price. Good entertainment, staff friendly and attentive.

Canceled my flight couple hours before takeoff. They could not find a decent re-routing and refused to pay for when i subjected alternative with Lufthansa.

Seats a little to soft on the SFO DUB flight

Terrible leg room - I’m 5’3” and my knees were touching the seat in front of me. When the person sitting in front of me leaned back, there was about 15 inches of space between my head and the TV screen which made it awkward to view movies. Last year they had decent food, but this year the only tasty item on the trip was dessert.

Amenity kits were never handed out. There was zero friendliness and assistance by crew. Food was uneatable. One drink was offered and no wine, with dinner or before or after. Cocktails and beverages were not encouraged and when I asked for water, none was given. Poorest, most cramped business class flight I’ve ever been on.

The first leg of my 2 flights were delayed, causing me to miss my second flight and have to stay the whole night in Dublin. Super upset with this experience, and I still need to figure out how to get compensated for this.

I fly to the USA every 6wks on Ave and 99% of the time I fly Aer Lingus. If I fly BA I’m always disappointed. My only criticism is the food. I’m vegan and over the last year it’s got slightly better these last couple of flights but on the whole it’s not good! Salad and fruit salad for breakfast and that’s also the starter and desert for the lunch/dinner and the main is usually rice with fried veg 😳the pasta is pretty good though. That’s been the last 2 meals…. Everything else is fantastic.

The flight was half full and I presume that the next few days are even less busy not sure why they are still charging a premium to change a flight.

Boarding was orderly, pilot and flight attendants were nice, entertainment options were good, and low sodium meals were quite tasty.

Flight delayed, connection was not at gate listed and so missed, staff were rude at Heathrow, phone tree stupid and difficult, took me 21 actual hours to reach my destination. Almost lost my hotel reservation after walking in a strange city alone after midnight because they would not put me up in a hotel at sfo or heathrow. I will never fly BA again and will tell all people and Instagram followers never to fly BA.

Wish the food and overall service was better. They treat Business class passengers same as economy

Loved the boarding option from Business class lounge, experience on flight was excellent, plenty of good food choices

Check in was was and the agent was very friendly and helpful The lounge was nice...boarding was straight from the lounge Everything worked at our seats, and video entertainment was good ..food was mediocre

Crying baby the ENTIRE flight. Not your fault, but I paid 2700 for a premium economy ticket and it wasn't worth it. should have just stuck with coach. flight attendants very mediocre - minimal effort. Plane didn't seem very clean. Didn't have any cleansing wipes - most airlines give you this when you board. Flat screen scrolling didn't work. Toiletry case a joke - why bother at all?

Enjoyable flight, helpful crew everything was organized to accommodate passengers.

This was the second time on BA, food terrible, bathrooms gross,( granted, that was mostly due to the disgusting children urinating all over it)boarding was late and disorganized. No gate issued until last minute st Heathrow, bad system, caused undue stress. Seats were painful, that's what you get for traveling like a poor in economy, right BA? Should have been able to afford business or first class if you want to actually be able to walk upright without back pain after a trip.

The delay was not communicated via text and the person who helped with check in also didn’t inform me about the delay. I ended up missing my connection and it was a waste of 5 hours. The crew didn’t mention there would be someone at the gate informing of if I would be rebooked and there was no signage. Overall a very poor experience. The British Airways app was also very buggy, and didn’t work. I will avoid flying with British Airways when possible.

Cancelled flight minutes before boarding. Rescheduled flight was two days later

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