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San Francisco to London Trip Plan

Complete 5-day itinerary with costs, flights, and things to do

10.5h
Flight Time
$520
From (Economy)
5 days
Itinerary
Yes
Direct Flight

Flights from San Francisco to London

Direct flights are available from SFO to London, averaging 10.5 hours. Here are current 2026 prices and airline options.

SFO
San Francisco
✈️
10.5 hours · Direct
LON
London
Economy Class
$520
Round-trip, average 2026 price
Business Class
$3800
Round-trip, average 2026 price
Flight Duration
10.5h
Non-stop available
Departure Airport
SFO
San Francisco, United States
Best Airlines for This Route
British Airways United Virgin Atlantic

💡 Tips for Finding Cheap Flights

  • Book 6-8 weeks in advance for the best economy fares on this route
  • Fly midweek (Tuesday/Wednesday) to save 15-30% on SFO-London flights
  • Use Google Flights fare alerts to track price drops on this route
  • Consider flying out of nearby airports for better deals
  • Visit during shoulder season for lower fares and fewer crowds

Trip Cost Breakdown

Estimated total cost for a 5-day trip from San Francisco to London across three budget levels.

Expense Budget Mid-Range Luxury
Round-trip Flights $500 $900 $4000
Hotel (4 nights) $280 $680 $1800
Daily Expenses (5 days) $475 $1150 $3000
Estimated Total $1255 $2730 $8800

* Prices are estimates based on 2026 averages for one traveler. Daily expenses include meals, local transport, and activities. Actual costs may vary by season and booking time.

5-Day London Itinerary

A curated day-by-day plan to make the most of your 5 days in London, from arrival to departure.

Day 1

Arrival & Southwark

Land at Heathrow, tube to Southwark, evening walk along South Bank past Shakespeare Globe, dinner at Borough Market late
Day 2

Westminster & Palaces

Morning Westminster Abbey, Changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace, afternoon Kensington Palace and Gardens, high tea
Day 3

Museums & Parks

Morning British Museum, afternoon V&A Museum, evening Regents Park and Primrose Hill sunset with city skyline views
Day 4

Day Trip: Cotswolds

Train to Moreton-in-Marsh, day exploring Cotswolds villages (Bourton-on-the-Water, Stow), cream tea, honey-stone cottages
Day 5

Notting Hill & Departure

Morning Notting Hill bookshops and pastel houses, Portobello Road, farewell pub lunch, transfer to Heathrow

Where to Stay in London

The best neighborhoods for visitors, whether you want to be in the heart of the action or prefer a quieter base.

Shoreditch
Camden
Mayfair

Top Things to Do in London

Must-see attractions and experiences to include in your London itinerary.

🎯
British Museum
Free entry
Free
🎯
Tower of London
Admission fee
$33
🎯
Buckingham Palace
Admission fee
$30
🎯
Westminster Abbey
Admission fee
$27
🎯
Borough Market
Free entry
Free

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