8,780 km · ~11h westbound, ~10h eastbound
London Heathrow (LHR) to Los Angeles (LAX)
London Heathrow to Los Angeles is one of the busiest premium business routes in the world. BA operates the A380 and 777-300ER, Virgin the A350, plus American and United. Aircraft assignment varies daily — confirm before you book if cabin matters.
Last updated 2026-05-01
Key facts
- Origin
- London Heathrow (LHR)
- Destination
- Los Angeles (LAX)
- Distance
- 8,780 km
- Flight time
- ~11h westbound, ~10h eastbound
- Airlines
- British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, United Airlines
- Aircraft types
- Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A380, Airbus A350-1000
- Last updated
- 2026-05-01
Aircraft typically flying this route
British Airways — Boeing 777-300ER
Share: ~40% of BA frequencies · Cabin: Mixed Club Suite / Legacy Club World
Most 777-300ERs on this route now run Club Suite, but not all — check SeatRadar.
British Airways — Airbus A380
Share: ~30% of BA frequencies · Cabin: Legacy Club World (upper deck preferred)
The A380 still runs legacy Club World. Upper deck is 2-3-2; lower is 2-4-2.
Virgin Atlantic — Airbus A350-1000
Share: All Virgin frequencies · Cabin: Upper Class with door
Virgin's newest aircraft and most reliable premium product on this route.
Best business class on this route
Virgin Atlantic A350-1000 (Upper Class) is the most consistent quality. BA Club Suite on a 777-300ER is the runner-up if the tail confirms Club Suite.
Common flight numbers
Frequently asked questions
What plane flies from LHR to LAX?
The London Heathrow–Los Angeles route is operated on Boeing 777-300ER, Airbus A380, Airbus A350-1000 by British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, United Airlines.
How long is the flight from London Heathrow to Los Angeles?
London Heathrow to Los Angeles is 8,780 km and takes approximately ~11h westbound, ~10h eastbound.
Which airlines fly LHR to LAX?
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, United Airlines operate scheduled flights from London Heathrow to Los Angeles.
What is the best business class from LHR to LAX?
Virgin Atlantic A350-1000 (Upper Class) is the most consistent quality. BA Club Suite on a 777-300ER is the runner-up if the tail confirms Club Suite.