Must do San Francisco
Hop aboard a ferry and head to this infamous former prison, which once hosted the likes of Al Capone.
So, where next?
Flights to San Francisco
Touch down in San Francisco on one of our daily, direct flights from London Heathrow and you’ll be scaling the hills of San Francisco before you know it.
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We fly to San Francisco
11 hour flight time
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Discover San Francisco
It’s hard not to fall in love with San Francisco. From the mist rolling in under the Golden Gate Bridge to the pretty Victorian architecture and the old-fashioned cable cars, San Francisco has the perfect mix of old meets new.
Discover the old and new Chinatowns
The largest Chinatown outside of Asia, this dizzying neighborhood offers up an incomparable cultural experience.
Plan some family fun
San Francisco is one of the most family-friendly cities in the United States, with hundreds of playgrounds, parks, educational experiences and fun museums to explore. Squeeze it all in with this one-day itinerary.
A taste of San Fran
Love your food? From an all-American breakfast, chic coffee haunts to an impossibly cool restaurant scene, these are our top picks for the ultimate foodie day out - all you need is a healthy appetite!
Get ready to spend
San Francisco might be one of the most exciting shopping destinations. This city is brimming with little independent stores and unique boutiques, but you'll also find the big-name department stores and brands.
Why you’ll love flying with Virgin Atlantic
Cabins and seats
Our seats have been carefully designed to help you fly in total comfort during the flight, no matter which cabin you're in. Find out how our Upper Class, Premium and Economy seats measure up.
Inflight services
Whichever cabin you're travelling in, you'll enjoy exciting inflight entertainment and delicious food and drinks throughout the flight.
Virgin Points
We reward your adventures with Virgin Points. Whether you're taking off, doing the weekly shop or splashing out on an exclusive stay, points make it all more rewarding.