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Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport:

• Economy Class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

A nonstop flight from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport takes 00m, covering 5,374 miles.

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport range from $595 to $998, with an average of $753 over the past 12 months. Anything below $595 counts as a good deal.

One-way fares from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $360, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

London Gatwick Airport (LGW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $39 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• DRIVALIA
• U-Save
• Europcar
• Alamo

Flights from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at London Gatwick (LGW).

One-stop flights from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport most commonly connect through:

• Zurich (ZRH) - 37% of one-stop connections
• Lisbon Humberto Delgado (LIS) - 30% of one-stop connections
• Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 13% of one-stop connections
• Dublin (DUB) - 4% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 63% on flights from San Francisco to London Gatwick Airport. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $479 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $1,273, a difference of $794.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Flying via Dublin (DUB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 14h 42m, compared with 16h 20m via Paris Charles de Gaulle (CDG) and 16h 25m via Zurich (ZRH).

London Gatwick Airport is 7 hours ahead of San Francisco (British Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in London Gatwick Airport are Hyde Park and Buckingham Palace. These are among the most viewed places in London Gatwick Airport on KAYAK.

With a flight time of around 11 hours, upgrading will make this long-haul flight more comfortable. On Delta Air Lines flights, you can enjoy Delta One, their most exclusive cabin – which features lie-flat seats, fully closing doors, gourmet meals, and access to the SkyClub. The Club World seats on British Airways are perfect for business travelers. This cabin features fully adjustable seats, a working desk, and privacy doors.

London is served by two international airports, London Heathrow (LHR) and London Gatwick (LGW). As far as the location, both are around the same distance from the city center and are connected via public transportation. Heathrow is the larger of the two, and sees more long-haul flight traffic. Since it is a hub for many airlines, there are a lot of direct flights into this airport. Gatwick serves more budget airlines, like Frontier and Norse Atlantic UK, and focuses more on flights within Europe.

British Airways has a generous baggage policy for kids and families. Children over 2 get the same baggage allowance as adults, and they get an additional allowance for strollers and car seats. They have a priority check-in and boarding zone for families for added convenience. While onboard, kids will be gifted a Skyflyers activity pack to enjoy during the flight. Delta Air Lines offers special kids' meals and entertainment onboard their flights.

Gatwick Airport is located about 30 miles south of Central London. The Gatwick Express is the quickest and most convenient way to get into the city. The station is located in the South Terminal and trains leave four times per hour. It takes around 30 minutes to get downtown, and you can buy the ticket at the station. Shared coach services with National Express are a bit more affordable, but the journey is longer.