Los Angeles to London (LAX–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
LAX–LHR is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Virgin Atlantic and United Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 5,443 miles in approximately 8h 54m. Beyond nonstop, 89 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| VS Virgin Atlantic Also: KL | 21 | 351, 789 | 10h20-10h25 | SkyTeam | KL | |
| UA United Airlines Also: LX, OS, SN | 7 | 789 | 10h40 | Star Alliance | LX, OS, SN |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Other ways to reach London from Los Angeles
| Metric | LAX→LHR | SAN→LHR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from LAX | – | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 4 |
| Weekly flights | 254 | 35 |
| Flight time | 8h 54m | 9h 35m |
| Departure OTP | 83% | – |
Travel Essentials
LAX: PDT · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in Los Angeles, it's 2:00 AM (next day) in London.
US citizens need a UK Electronic Travel Authorisation (ETA) before travel, applied for online. The ETA costs GBP 10 and is valid for multiple entries over 2 years. Stays are permitted for up to 6 months per visit. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.
Declare goods over GBP 390 in value. UK duty-free allowances apply on goods from outside the UK.
FlyAway bus runs from Van Nuys and Union Station ($9.75, 30–50 min depending on traffic). LA Metro C Line connects to Aviation/LAX station; a free shuttle covers the last mile to terminals. Ride-shares cost $20–50 from downtown. Long-term parking lots A/B are walkable; remote Lot E requires a shuttle.
Heathrow Express runs every 15 minutes to Paddington (15 min, £25). Piccadilly line is slower (50–60 min) but £5.50 with Oyster. National Express coaches serve all terminals from Victoria (60–90 min, £6–10). Black cabs cost £50–90 to central London depending on traffic and time of day.
Mild maritime climate. Summers average 18–23°C with long daylight hours. Winters are 2–7°C, rarely below freezing. Rain is frequent year-round but rarely heavy. Pack layers and a waterproof jacket regardless of season. Fog can disrupt flights November through February.
LAX–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Los Angeles to London Heathrow: Route Overview
The LAX–LHR corridor is one of the busiest transatlantic routes, connecting Southern California to the UK's primary international gateway. Multiple carriers operate daily nonstop service, with flight times averaging 10–11 hours eastbound and 11–12 hours westbound due to prevailing jet stream patterns.
Airlines and Service Patterns
British Airways, American Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic, and Delta all compete on this route with year-round daily frequencies. Most departures cluster in the late afternoon and evening from LAX, arriving at Heathrow the following morning. This timing maximizes onward connections across Europe.
Connecting Beyond Heathrow
LHR serves as a major connection point for destinations across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. Terminal 5 (British Airways) and Terminal 2 (Star Alliance carriers) handle the bulk of connecting traffic. Minimum connection times at Heathrow are typically 60–90 minutes for international-to-international transfers.