How long is the LH8572 flight?

The timetable allows 11 hours. London to San Francisco is 8,615 km (5,353 mi).

Which terminal does LH8572 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal 2 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal I at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does LH8572 have?

Also listed as DLH8572 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 8572.

Can I get compensation if LH8572 is delayed or cancelled?

Up to £520 per passenger may be due under UK261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261.

LH8572 Flight Status Lufthansa: London to San Francisco (DLH8572)

LH 8572 London to San Francisco Flight Status

Not scheduled today. Latest flight: October 24th, 2026 ; recent history is in the table below.

LH 8572 Flight Status & Schedule Lufthansa London to San Francisco

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Oct 24	LHR	SFO	16:56	19:19	Landed	Track >
Oct 23	LHR	SFO	17:14	19:21	Landed	Track >
Oct 22	LHR	SFO	16:40	19:06	Landed	Track >
Oct 21	LHR	SFO	16:45	18:49	Landed	Track >
Oct 20	LHR	SFO	16:40	18:26	Landed	Track >
Oct 19	LHR	SFO	16:43	19:10	Landed	Track >
Oct 18	LHR	SFO	17:01	19:36	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 17	LHR	SFO	16:45	18:57	Landed	Track >
Oct 16	LHR	SFO	17:25	19:43	Landed Late	Track >
Oct 15	LHR	SFO	16:30	18:42	Landed	Track >

Lufthansa flight LH 8572 links London and San Francisco, 8,615 km (5,353 mi) apart. The timetable allows 11 hours, but the flight usually takes about 10 h 15 min, so it often makes up time. It is not flying today; the last flight, on 24 October 2026, landed on time.

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About LH 8572

Route: London Heathrow Airport LHR to San Francisco International Airport SFO
Distance: 8,615 km (5,353 mi)
Typical flight time: 10 h 15 min
On time: 8 of the last 10
Average delay when late: 25 min
Usually departs from: Terminal 2

Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261. Compensation of up to £520 per passenger can apply when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled.

LH 8572 FAQ

How long is the LH8572 flight?: The timetable allows 11 hours. London to San Francisco is 8,615 km (5,353 mi).
How often is LH8572 late?: 2 of the last 10 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 25 minutes on average.
Which terminal does LH8572 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal 2 at London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and arrives at Terminal I at San Francisco International Airport (SFO). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does LH8572 have?: Also listed as DLH8572 (Lufthansa's ICAO code) and LH 8572.
Can I get compensation if LH8572 is delayed or cancelled?: Up to £520 per passenger may be due under UK261 when it arrives 3 or more hours late or is cancelled, unless the cause was outside the airline's control. Departing the UK, this flight is covered by UK261.

LH8572 and London LHR to San Francisco SFO Flights

Flight LH8572 is a code-share Lufthansa flight of the United Airlines operated UA939.

Other flights departing from London LHR: VS157, UA939, QY6717

Other flights arriving at San Francisco SFO: UA506, UA939, UA2004

All flights connecting London LHR to San Francisco SFO.