San Jose to London (SJC–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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 10 hubs
LAS Las Vegas 12h 15m F9LXJWN → AYBAEI Las Vegas (LAS) to London flights
SLC Salt Lake City 12h 15m AFAMDL → DLSK Salt Lake City (SLC) to London flights
DEN Denver 12h 20m ACCMUA → ACAYBA Denver (DEN) to London flights
SEA Seattle 12h 23m AFAMAS → ASAYBA Seattle (SEA) to London flights
LAX Los Angeles 12h 44m AFAMCI → AAAYBA Los Angeles (LAX) to London flights
PHX Phoenix 12h 45m AAASBA → AAAYBA Phoenix (PHX) to London flights
PDX Portland 12h 45m ASWN → AYBAEI Portland (PDX) to London flights
SAN San Diego 13h 9m ASEJAVJA → AYBAEI San Diego (SAN) to London flights
AUS Austin 13h 42m WN → AYBAEI Austin (AUS) to London flights
DFW Dallas-Fort Worth 13h 42m AAASAY → AAAYBA Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) to London flights
✦ 1-STOP More options, longer trips
✧ 2-STOP Loading... Reach the hardest destinations
San Jose to London
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+8h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between SJC and LHR, 1-stop connecting options are available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for SJC to LHR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
24
Hubs
~12h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
LAS ~12h 15m SLC ~12h 15m DEN ~12h 20m SEA ~12h 23m YVR ~12h 34m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,151
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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 → LHR
70%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
70%
Return
LHR → SJC
70%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
70%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. SJC delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach London from San Jose

Nearby airports with service to London Heathrow Airport.
Metric SJC→LHR SFO→LHR
Distance from SJC – 30 mi
Nonstop airlines – 11
Weekly flights – 168
Departure OTP 70% –
San Francisco (SFO) to London flights
Airports within 200 miles of SJC with service to London Heathrow Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+8h
London is 8 hours ahead of San Jose.
SJC: PDT · LHR: BST

When it's 6:00 PM in San Jose, it's 2:00 AM (next day) in London.
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.
Getting from LHR

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.

London Climate

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.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

SJC–LHR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the San Jose to London route.
Route details
Time difference+8 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: SJC
Full nameNorman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport
IATA / ICAOSJC / KSJC
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr11.6M
Elevation62 ft / 19 m
Destination: LHR
Full nameLondon Heathrow Airport
IATA / ICAOLHR / EGLL
TimezoneEurope/London
Passengers/yr83.9M
Elevation83 ft / 25 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SJC to LHR flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Harry Reid, Salt Lake City and Denver.
London is 8 hours ahead of San Jose.
Nearby alternatives include SFO. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Harry Reid, Salt Lake City and Denver. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Francisco (SFO).