San Jose to London (SJC–BQH) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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San Jose to London
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 5,377 mi 9h 56m nonstop +7h ahead 1 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SJC and BQH, connecting options are available through 1 hub.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SJC to BQH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~12h
Longest
EWR ~12h 14m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SJC → BQH
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Return
BQH → SJC
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
100%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SJC delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+7h
London is 7 hours ahead of San Jose.
SJC: PDT · BQH: GMT

When it's 6:00 PM in San Jose, it's 1:00 AM (next day) in London.
Distance & Flight Time
5,377 mi / 8,654 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 9h 56m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Facts

SJC–BQH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the San Jose to London route.
Route details
Distance5,377 mi / 8,654 km
Flight time9h 56m
Time difference+7 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections1 hubs
Origin: SJC
Full nameNorman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
IATA / ICAOSJC / KSJC
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr11.6M
Elevation62 ft / 19 m
Destination: BQH
Full nameLondon Biggin Hill Airport
IATA / ICAOBQH / EGKB
TimezoneEurope/London
Elevation598 ft / 182 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SJC to BQH flights.
Nonstop flights from Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport to London Biggin Hill Airport take approximately 9h 56m. The route covers 5,377 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from SJC to BQH.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through EWR. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
London is 7 hours ahead of San Jose.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from SJC to BQH

Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC) and London Biggin Hill Airport (BQH) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SJC to BQH Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SJC to BQH ranges from 9 hours 56 minutes. The route covers a distance of 5,377 miles (8,654 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 12 hours via EWR.