San Diego to London (SAN–LHR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
SAN–LHR is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. British Airways leads the route. The flight covers 5,473 miles in approximately 10h 40m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BA British Airways Also: AY, EI, IB | 15 | 777, 77W | 9h19-10h45 | Oneworld | AY, EI, IB |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach London from San Diego
| Metric | SAN→LHR | LAX→LHR |
|---|---|---|
| Distance from SAN | – | 109 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 1 | 17 |
| Weekly flights | 36 | 255 |
| Flight time | 10h 40m | 9h 30m |
| Departure OTP | 78% | – |
Travel Essentials
SAN: PDT · LHR: BST
When it's 6:00 PM in San Diego, 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.
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.
SAN–LHR Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SAN to LHR
San Diego International Airport (SAN) and London Heathrow Airport (LHR) are connected by nonstop service from British Airways. With 36 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
SAN to LHR Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SAN to LHR is about 10 hours 40 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 5,473 miles (8,807 km). There are approximately 36 weekly flights outbound and 35 return, totaling 71 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Harry Reid, Phoenix Sky Harbor and Denver. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Los Angeles (LAX).