London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco Flight Duration

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What is the flight duration from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco?
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Average flight time is 11 hours 6 minutes

The fastest flight time from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco is 11 hours

London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco flight duration breakdown

Average flight duration 11 hours 6 minutes
Shortest flight duration 11 hours
Longest flight duration 11 hours 10 minutes
The average flight time from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco is 11 hours 6 minutes. However, the duration of flights can differ depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air. This means individual flight times can be quicker, but on occasion, they can also be longer.

The distance from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco is 5,345 miles / 8,603 km

London airports

London has 5 airports: London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London City Airport (LCY), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN).

If you don't fancy flying from London there are a number of airports nearby that fly to San Francisco: London Southend Airport (SEN), Southampton Airport (SOU), Cambridge Airport (CBG), Bournemouth Airport (BOH) and Birmingham Airport (BHX).

San Francisco airports

San Francisco has 1 airport: San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

If you don't fancy flying from San Francisco there are a number of airports nearby that fly to London: Oakland International Airport (OAK), San Jose International Airport (SJC), Sacramento International Airport (SMF), Fresno Yosemite International Airport (FAT), Reno Tahoe International Airport (RNO), Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) and Medford Rogue Valley International Airport (MFR).

We found some additional routes that may be of interest to you: London to San Francisco, Manchester to San Francisco, London Heathrow Airport to Saint Helena and London Heathrow Airport to California.

London & San Francisco local times and timezones

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London, United Kingdom is 8 hours ahead of San Francisco, United States

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London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco FAQs

How long does it take to fly from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco?

On average, the flight time from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco is 11 hours 6 minutes. But remember, flight times can vary slightly depending on weather conditions, flight path and congestion in the air.

This means that your flight from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco could be longer or shorter than the average flight time.
What is the distance between London Heathrow Airport and San Francisco?

The distance between London Heathrow Airport and San Francisco is 5,345 miles or 8,603 km.
What is the shortest flight duration from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco?

The shortest flight time from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco is 11 hours. However, flight times can vary depending on weather conditions, air congestion and flight path, so this time is never guaranteed.
Can I fly from London to San Francisco?

The average flight time from London Heathrow Airport to San Francisco is 11 hours 6 minutes. Nearby airports to consider flying from include: London Heathrow Airport (LHR), London City Airport (LCY), London Gatwick Airport (LGW), London Luton Airport (LTN) and London Stansted Airport (STN). Check ticket prices and review carrier requirements carefully before booking your trip.
What is the timezone difference between London and San Francisco?

The time zone difference between London and San Francisco is 8 hours.