Travelling from Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): What you need to know
Planning your holiday begins with working out where you'll fly out of in Los Angeles. Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the city's main airport, so explore your options for reserving a flight from Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) taking off from here.
10 hours 30 minutes is the average duration of a direct Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport flight.
The timezone in London is UTC+0, which is eight hours ahead of Los Angeles. London Heathrow Airport is located in London.
With 58 direct flights a week between the two airports, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 1:20pm. If you prefer to make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from LAX to LHR is with Virgin Atlantic at 11:15pm.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your flight from Los Angeles to LHR. As a general rule, turn up at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Getting on a plane during a peak month like December? Popular periods (like spring break and Thanksgiving) can easily add another hour at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Los Angeles
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
You can jump on a direct flight from Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport (LHR) departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
Leading airlines that have direct flights from Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport leaving from LAX include:
Most passengers prefer to book seats with British Airways between LAX and LHR.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival performance on this route is United.
We make it easy to book cheap flights from Los Angeles to LHR that include a stopover. To explore your options departing from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between LAX and LHR include:
Beijing Capital International Airport (PEK)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)
Las Vegas Harry Reid International Airport (LAS)
LAX is around 29 kilometres from central Los Angeles. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 1 hour.
Searching for a comfortable hotel near Los Angeles International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport, these accommodation options will put you a quick hop from check-in:
81% of flights departing from Los Angeles International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule. With its dependable on-time performance, you're unlikely to be delayed when setting off from LAX.
LAX's address is One World Way.
Van Nuys Airport (VNY)
You can get to VNY from central Los Angeles in approximately 35 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 29 kilometres or so.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Los Angeles to LHR flight? Unwind in a hotel near Van Nuys Airport before your holiday officially begins. These stays are calling your name:
About London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Book a hotel near LHR if you have a late flight from Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport. Settle into one of these options and call it a night faster:
Go where the road takes you with a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and venture far and wide through London and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your ride around one week in advance of your Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport flight.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
London Heathrow Airport is around 24 kilometres from central London. It takes around 45 minutes or so to drive to the city.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
₹ 20,847 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport. Return flights start from ₹ 69,679. These fares can change based on demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Los Angeles to LHR, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights are first released.
If you have some flexibility with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport (LHR). July is when most people travel to London. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, think about going in January.
When booking your Los Angeles to LHR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. July is the warmest month in London, with temperatures ranging from 11ºC to 26ºC.
January has temperatures of between 0ºC and 9ºC. Look for cheap tickets from Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about London
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the most popular stays in London right here. Explore these options after you've booked your flight from Los Angeles to London Heathrow Airport:
Your visit to London should come with a bit of sightseeing. Leading attractions you can't miss include The British Museum, Westminster Abbey and Big Ben.
Explore more of the United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in the United Kingdom waiting to be discovered after you've experienced London. Around 153 kilometres away to the northwest, check out popular attractions including Birmingham Museum & Art Gallery, Birmingham Hippodrome Theatre and Bournville Experience.
Bristol is another favourite destination in the United Kingdom and is around 145 kilometres west of London. No journey is complete without seeing Banksey, Clifton Suspension Bridge and Bristol International Balloon Fiesta.
