Flights to London - Frequently Asked Questions
+ What is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to London Heathrow (LHR)?
For flights from San Francisco (SFO) to London Heathrow (LHR), lower fares are most frequent in January and February and again in late October and November, when demand is lower outside peak vacation periods. Thursday departures on this route are cheaper than Sunday departures. Travelers who can plan their trip in these months and choose a Thursday departure have better chances of finding lower prices.
+ How long is the flight time from San Francisco (SFO) to London Heathrow (LHR)?
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to London Heathrow (LHR) with Condor require a connection via Frankfurt (FRA). The flight takes about 10 hours from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA) and about 1 hour 45 minutes from Frankfurt (FRA) to London Heathrow (LHR).
+ Does Condor serve a free meal on flights between San Francisco (SFO) and London Heathrow (LHR)?
On Condor’s long-haul flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, Economy Class passengers are served a complimentary Taste the World Standard Menu along with a snack, as well as free soft and hot drinks. Additional snacks and alcoholic beverages can be purchased from the onboard menu. Onboard amenities and services on the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to London Heathrow (LHR) may differ, as this shorter European flight can follow a different catering concept.
+ What's included in Condor's business class on flights from San Francisco (SFO) to London Heathrow (LHR)?
On Condor’s long-haul flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, Business Class offers a dedicated cabin with a spacious seat, gourmet dining from the Taste the World Gourmet Menu, and an extensive personal entertainment system on a large screen. Business Class passengers benefit from priority services at the airport, including priority check-in, priority boarding, lounge access at participating airports, and increased cabin and checked baggage allowances on long-haul routes between the United States and Europe. Additional comforts such as a Business Class amenity kit, welcome drinks, and an enhanced drinks service are included on the long-haul flight. Onboard amenities and services on the shorter connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to London Heathrow (LHR) may differ.
+ How often does Condor fly from San Francisco (SFO) to London Heathrow (LHR)?
Service between San Francisco (SFO) and London Heathrow (LHR) with Condor is offered as a connecting journey via Frankfurt (FRA). In the summer season, flights on this route operate on Monday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, and in the winter season, flights operate on Monday, Thursday, and Saturday.
+ Does Condor offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Francisco (SFO) to London Heathrow (LHR)?
On Condor’s long-haul flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, Wi‑Fi is offered through the FlyConnect service in all travel classes. Travelers can choose between a messaging package and a broader internet package that supports email, social media, and web browsing, both purchased on board. The long-haul aircraft also provides personal seatback screens and a rich entertainment program, with the option to connect personal Bluetooth headphones. Onboard amenities and any wireless internet options on the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to London Heathrow (LHR) may differ, as this shorter European flight can follow a different concept.
+ Can I book extra legroom on Condor flights from San Francisco (SFO) o London Heathrow (LHR)?
On Condor’s long-haul flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, passengers can reserve extra legroom seats in Economy Class in advance, subject to seat map and safety requirements. These seats are positioned at emergency exits and come with specific safety rules, so they are not assigned to infants, children under 14, passengers traveling with pets in the cabin, expectant mothers, passengers with certain physical or mobility limitations, or travelers who do not speak English or German. Seat reservations for standard and extra legroom seats can be arranged before departure, and in higher booking options and in Business class, seat selection may be included at no extra charge. Onboard amenities and seat options on the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to London Heathrow (LHR) may differ from the long-haul flight.
+ What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to London Heathrow (LHR)?
For flights from San Francisco (SFO) to London Heathrow (LHR), lower prices are more likely when tickets are booked about 8 to 12 weeks before departure for standard travel periods. For peak summer dates and major holidays on this route, booking around 12 to 16 weeks in advance is advisable. Rather than one specific cheapest month to book, the lead time before departure is the key factor for securing better fares.
+ What travel classes do Condor offer on flights from San Francisco (SFO) to London Heathrow (LHR)?
On Condor’s long-haul flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Frankfurt (FRA), operated with an Airbus A330-900neo, three travel classes are offered: Economy Class, Premium Economy Class, and Business Class. Economy Class includes a personal screen, the complimentary Taste the World Standard Menu with a snack, non-alcoholic drinks, and the option to purchase additional snacks and alcoholic beverages. Premium Economy Class adds more space, enhanced Taste the World Premium Menus, increased checked and cabin baggage allowances, and extra comfort items on long-haul flights. Business Class provides a more spacious seat in a separate cabin, gourmet meals from the Taste the World Gourmet Menu, increased baggage allowances, premium Inflight entertainment, lounge access, and priority services on the long-haul flight. The onward flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to London Heathrow (LHR) is a separate short-haul flight where the available travel classes and onboard services can differ from the long-haul flight.
+ What are the baggage policies for flights from San Francisco (SFO) to London Heathrow (LHR) with Condor?
On the long-haul flight between San Francisco (SFO) and Frankfurt (FRA), Economy Class on routes between the United States and Europe includes at least one cabin bag, and standard Economy fares on this route include one checked bag of 1 × 23 kg in Zone 5 (USA, Canada). Certain light Economy fare options do not include a free checked bag and are limited to cabin baggage only. Premium Economy Class on long-haul flights increases the checked Baggage allowance to 25 kg and the cabin baggage allowance to 10 kg. Business Class includes 16 kg of cabin baggage, a checked baggage allowance of 30 kg on many routes, and on Zone 5 routes two checked bags of 2 × 32 kg, as well as one piece of sports equipment up to 30 kg at no extra charge. Sports equipment must be registered no later than 8 hours before departure, each item may not exceed 32 kg, and dimensions must stay within either 200 cm × 40 cm × 100 cm or 300 cm × 40 cm × 60 cm. When the connecting flight from Frankfurt (FRA) to London Heathrow (LHR) is operated by another airline, that airline’s baggage rules can differ from the long-haul flight with Condor.
