Flights from Los Angeles to London
Multiple daily nonstops from LAX to LHR operated by British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, United, and Delta. Compare business class, premium economy, and economy fares.
Economy (roundtrip)
USD $700
typical fare
Premium Economy
USD $1,500
typical fare
Business Class
USD $3,000
typical fare
Airlines Operating This Route
- British Airways
- Virgin Atlantic
- United Airlines
- Delta
- American Airlines
Key Facts About This Route
- LAX–LHR is one of the most competitive transatlantic routes from the USA West Coast
- British Airways and Virgin Atlantic both operate daily nonstops from LAX
- Flight time is approximately 10–11 hours (longer than eastbound due to jet stream)
- Virgin Atlantic Upper Class is consistently rated among the best transatlantic business class products
- Delta One Suite on this route is an excellent product at often competitive prices
Booking Timing Guide
Book 8–12 weeks ahead. Summer (June–August) is the most expensive period. January–March offers the best value.
Peak travel months:
- Price verified before payment — no surprises at checkout
- Human specialist support — not chatbots
- Proactive disruption rescue if connections fail
- Dual-provider search for best available fares
- North America specialist — USA and Canada origin
Frequently Asked Questions
Virgin Atlantic Upper Class from LAX is frequently praised for food, service, and product quality. British Airways Club World is the most frequently flown option. Delta One Suite (on A350) is competitive and often priced lower than legacy carriers. United Polaris is a solid choice. The best option depends on your departure time preferences and current pricing.
Westbound (LAX to LHR) is typically 10–11 hours. Eastbound (LHR to LAX) is faster at 9–10 hours due to favourable jet stream conditions. The longer westbound flight makes Business Class or Premium Economy especially worthwhile.