What is the cheapest airline that flies from London Gatwick to California?

SWISS, British Airways, and TAP AIR PORTUGAL are the most popular carriers operating from London Gatwick to California

Which airlines fly to California?

Norse Atlantic UK, British Airways and SWISS are the top three most popular airlines that fly to California from London Gatwick Airport according to our data. Norse Atlantic UK is the first choice among our users, with 68% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to California. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to California?

Prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to California are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Gatwick Airport to California?

There are 10 operators available for flights from London Gatwick Airport to California as of May 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from London Gatwick Airport to California?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Gatwick Airport to California.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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09:25 - 16:30

LGW

LAX

15h 05m

1 stop

19:35 - 17:50

LAX

LGW

14h 15m

1 stop

£460SWISS

Fri, 4 Sep - Sun, 20 Sep

16:25 - 14:45

LGW

LAX

30h 20m

1 stop

16:45 - 09:45

LAX

LGW

33h 00m

1 stop

£462TAP AIR PORTUGAL

Mon, 21 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep

14:00 - 18:27

LGW

LAX

36h 27m

1 stop

23:00 - 10:00

LAX

LGW

27h 00m

1 stop

£464Multiple Airlines

Thu, 28 May - Tue, 14 Jul

10:35 - 18:35

LGW

LAX

16h 00m

1 stop

15:15 - 16:00

LAX

LGW

16h 45m

1 stop

£468Virgin Atlantic

Tue, 9 Jun - Fri, 10 Jul

10:35 - 23:54

LGW

LAX

21h 19m

2 stops

15:15 - 16:00

LAX

LGW

16h 45m

1 stop

£472Virgin Atlantic

Tue, 9 Jun - Fri, 10 Jul

10:35 - 22:29

LGW

SNA

19h 54m

2 stops

14:00 - 16:00

SNA

LGW

18h 00m

2 stops

£526Air France

Tue, 2 Jun - Tue, 9 Jun

17:00 - 22:25

LGW

SNA

37h 25m

2 stops

06:45 - 09:40

SNA

LGW

18h 55m

2 stops

£547Air France

Tue, 21 Jul - Mon, 27 Jul

12:20 - 12:05

LGW

BUR

31h 45m

2 stops

18:38 - 06:50

BUR

LGW

28h 12m

2 stops

£571American Airlines

Thu, 18 Jun - Sun, 5 Jul

20:40 - 19:56

LGW

ONT

31h 16m

2 stops

14:15 - 20:00

ONT

LGW

21h 45m

2 stops

£723Iberia

Mon, 22 Jun - Thu, 9 Jul

19:40 - 11:53

LGW

ONT

24h 13m

2 stops

10:47 - 19:00

ONT

LGW

24h 13m

2 stops

£734Iberia

Wed, 4 Nov - Wed, 25 Nov

American Airlines flights from London Gatwick Airport to California

Our best American Airlines deals on London Gatwick Airport to California flight tickets

American Airlines

1 Jun

LGW10:45London Gatwick

19h 27m

1 stop

LAX22:12Los Angeles Los Angeles

9 Jun

LAX10:55Los Angeles Los Angeles

15h 45m

1 stop

LGW10:40London Gatwick

£477

American Airlines

3 Jun

LGW10:45London Gatwick

19h 27m

1 stop

LAX22:12Los Angeles Los Angeles

9 Jun

LAX10:55Los Angeles Los Angeles

15h 45m

1 stop

LGW10:40London Gatwick

£484

American Airlines

3 Oct

LGW10:45London Gatwick

18h 53m

1 stop

LAX21:38Los Angeles Los Angeles

10 Oct

LAX11:35Los Angeles Los Angeles

15h 05m

1 stop

LGW10:40London Gatwick

£485

Delta flights from London Gatwick Airport to California

Our best Delta deals on London Gatwick Airport to California flight tickets

Delta

27 May

LGW10:25London Gatwick

16h 10m

1 stop

LAX18:35Los Angeles Los Angeles

2 Jun

LAX18:25Los Angeles Los Angeles

13h 35m

1 stop

LGW16:00London Gatwick

£499

Delta

27 May

LGW10:25London Gatwick

16h 10m

1 stop

LAX18:35Los Angeles Los Angeles

16 Jul

LAX18:05Los Angeles Los Angeles

13h 55m

1 stop

LGW16:00London Gatwick

£501

Delta

7 Oct

LGW10:25London Gatwick

16h 19m

1 stop

LAX18:44Los Angeles Los Angeles

13 Oct

LAX18:25Los Angeles Los Angeles

13h 35m

1 stop

LGW16:00London Gatwick

£506

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Fri 4/9

09:25-16:30

1 stop15h 05m

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19:35-17:50

1 stop14h 15m

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16:25-14:45

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16:45-09:45

1 stop33h 00m

£462

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LGW - LAX

LGWLAX

London Gatwick

Thu 28/5

14:00-18:27

1 stop36h 27m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 14/7

23:00-10:00

1 stop27h 00m

£464

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LGW - LAX

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London Gatwick

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10:35-18:35

1 stop16h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

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15:15-16:00

1 stop16h 45m

£468

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London Gatwick

Tue 9/6

10:35-23:54

2 stops21h 19m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Fri 10/7

15:15-16:00

1 stop16h 45m

£472

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LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Tue 2/6

10:35-22:29

2 stops19h 54m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/6

14:00-16:00

2 stops18h 00m

£526

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LGW - SNA

LGWSNA

London Gatwick

Tue 21/7

17:00-22:25

2 stops37h 25m

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 27/7

06:45-09:40

2 stops18h 55m

£547

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LGW - BUR

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London Gatwick

Thu 18/6

12:20-12:05

2 stops31h 45m

Burbank Bob Hope

Sun 5/7

18:38-06:50

2 stops28h 12m

£571

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LGWONT

London Gatwick

Mon 22/6

20:40-19:56

2 stops31h 16m

Ontario

Thu 9/7

14:15-20:00

2 stops21h 45m

£723

LondonOntario

LGW - ONT

LGWONT

London Gatwick

Wed 4/11

19:40-11:53

2 stops24h 13m

Ontario

Wed 25/11

10:47-19:00

2 stops24h 13m

£734

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from London Gatwick Airport to California

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

If you are unable to visit California during the month of September, then departing from London Gatwick Airport during the month October is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £143.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to California is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as £429. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to depart from London Gatwick Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around £477.

What is the cheapest London Gatwick to California flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from London Gatwick Airport to California?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to California from London Gatwick Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to California for around £481 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to California from London Gatwick Airport for as low as £357 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on London Gatwick Airport to California flights?

You could potentially save up to 30% on your flight if you consider stops on a London Gatwick Airport to California flight.

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Best price found	£289
Fastest flight time	13h 10m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to California from London Gatwick Airport in the past 72 hours is £289. The best return flight deal from London Gatwick Airport to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £568.

The fastest flight from London Gatwick Airport to California takes 13h 10m

There are no direct flights from London Gatwick Airport to California. There are no popular flight routes from London Gatwick Airport to California.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from London Gatwick Airport to California

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to California?
Prices for flights from London Gatwick Airport to California are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from London Gatwick Airport to California?
There are 10 operators available for flights from London Gatwick Airport to California as of May 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from London Gatwick Airport to California?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from London Gatwick Airport to California.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to California may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at California. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from London Gatwick Airport to California?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from London Gatwick Airport to California is Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner (36.46% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A350-1000 (22.12%), Boeing 787 Dreamliner (21.68%), and Airbus A380-800 (9.99%).

Best airlines flying from London Gatwick Airport to California

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from London Gatwick Airport to California with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Iberia	PriceFrom £235	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 3,213 reviews	Search Iberia flights
Norse Atlantic UK	PriceFrom £256	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 54 reviews	Search Norse Atlantic UK flights
British Airways	PriceFrom £339	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,954 reviews	Search British Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom £348	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,937 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom £357	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 688 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Finnair	PriceFrom £359	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,392 reviews	Search Finnair flights
Air France	PriceFrom £363	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 1,585 reviews	Search Air France flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom £363	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,670 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
A.P.G.	PriceFrom £430	Free Cancellation	Rating 0.0	Search A.P.G. flights

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