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Flight deals from London Heathrow to Los Angeles International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from London Heathrow to Los Angeles International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.$657 per passenger.Departing Fri, 3 Oct, returning Tue, 14 Oct.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 3 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 14 Oct, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $657, select.
Los Angeles.$665 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Feb, returning Wed, 18 Feb.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Wed, 11 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $665, select.
Los Angeles.$698 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $698, select.
Los Angeles.$710 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Sep, returning Sun, 14 Sep.Return flight with SWISS.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London Heathrow on Sun, 7 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 14 Sep, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $710, select.
Los Angeles.$715 per passenger.Departing Fri, 14 Nov, returning Sun, 23 Nov.Return flight with SWISS and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London Heathrow on Fri, 14 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Los Angeles International on Sun, 23 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $715, select.
Los Angeles.$716 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Oct, returning Sat, 15 Nov.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Tue, 21 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 15 Nov, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $716, select.
Los Angeles.$718 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Feb, returning Fri, 20 Mar.Return flight with SWISS and Air Canada.Outbound indirect flight with SWISS, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 26 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Air Canada, departs from Los Angeles International on Fri, 20 Mar, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $718, select.
Los Angeles.$725 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Dec, returning Sat, 7 Feb.Return flight with Scandinavian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from London Heathrow on Thu, 4 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound indirect flight with Scandinavian Airlines, departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 7 Feb, arriving in London Heathrow.Price includes taxes and charges.From $725, select.

The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, to help you find the lowest one in seconds. Check out the London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight prices forecast over the next 12 months.
Jun
from $853
Jul
from $846
Aug
from $900
Sep
from $710
Oct
from $657
Nov
from $715
Dec
from $728
Jan
from $727
Feb
from $665
Mar
from $698
Apr
from $773
May
from $739
Cheapest month:October
Most expensive month:August

Direct flights from London Heathrow to Los Angeles International

London Heathrow to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from London Heathrow to Los Angeles below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Angeles International.

London to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$657
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time11 hrs, 21 mins
Most popular airlineFinnair
Average flights per week359

Finding cheap flights from London Heathrow to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from London Heathrow to Los Angeles International is $657. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
11 hours and 21 minutes is the average flight time from London Heathrow to Los Angeles International.
Finnair, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from London Heathrow to Los Angeles International.
As of June 2025, there are 359 flights per week flying from London Heathrow to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from London Heathrow to Los Angeles International is usually June 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Friday, 3 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 21 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scandinavian Airlines and Brussels Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

  • Hop on a direct flight from London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 11 hours 20 minutes.

  • Los Angeles is seven hours behind London and is in the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Each week, there are 101 London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights. If you prefer to get going early, go for the 10:10 British Airways flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the last departure is at 17:30 with Virgin Atlantic.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to make your LHR to LAX flight. As a general rule, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during a peak period in general.

  • A range of airlines operate direct flights from London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, so jetting off to Los Angeles (and then visiting more of United States!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:

  • The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is American Airlines.

  • United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering LHR to LAX flights, with 78.33% of its services landing on schedule.

  • If you'd like to explore another city along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. These are the top stopovers between LHR and LAX:

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Denver International Airport

    • Dublin Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is $446. A round-trip fare right now is $657. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.

  • To get cheap tickets from LHR to LAX, reserve your journey six months before your departure.

  • Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.

  • Landing cheap flights from LHR to LAX is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as there's a better deal.

  • Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and journey duration.

Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)

  • Of all flights leaving London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% land on schedule at their destination.

  • London Heathrow Airport is around 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport typically takes 1 hour.

  • Taking an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these hotels near LHR:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Los Angeles. The drive time takes about 30 minutes.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey of around 55 minutes.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The quietest month for a flight from London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Los Angeles based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.

  • Before locking in your flight from London Heathrow Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LHR to LAX in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF) then.

Explore more of United States

  • You've seen Los Angeles, now it's time to discover other parts of United States. Travel about 177 kilometres south-east to San Diego to tick off its must-visit sights. From San Diego Zoo to USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.

  • If you're eager to discover another corner of United States, consider San Jose, roughly 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are among the biggest draws.

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