Cheap flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles from $84
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — LAX
28 Oct — 4 Nov1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Los Angeles are usually found in October or September, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 28 September 2026.
Mon 9/1109:14 -
Nonstop1h 32m
Mon 16/1106:00 -
Nonstop1h 27m
Deal found 25/9$142
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Nonstop1h 28m
Sat 31/1019:03 -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 27/9$147
Wed 4/1109:14 -
1 stop7h 02m
Mon 9/1121:57 -
1 stop10h 22m
Deal found 26/9$149
Mon 9/1109:14 -
Nonstop1h 32m
Mon 16/1121:57 -
1 stop10h 22m
Deal found 25/9$151
Sat 14/1109:43 -
Nonstop1h 28m
Sat 14/1114:23 -
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Deal found 25/9$159
Thu 5/1114:30 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Mon 9/1110:00 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 24/9$167
Thu 5/1112:05 -
Nonstop1h 27m
Mon 9/1114:15 -
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Deal found 25/9$168
Tue 20/1011:05 -
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Tue 27/1019:40 -
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Deal found 25/9$188
Sat 24/1006:30 -
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Deal found 25/9$189
Thu 12/1107:05 -
Nonstop1h 29m
Sun 15/1107:35 -
Nonstop1h 23m
Deal found 25/9$195
Best flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Los Angeles that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
Thu 29/1010:55 -
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Deal found 27/9$202
Fri 4/1209:58 -
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Nonstop1h 26m
Deal found 27/9$216
Mon 2/1117:30 -
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2 stops6h 25m
Deal found 24/9$202
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1 stop3h 35m
Deal found 27/9$202
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1 stop3h 55m
Deal found 26/9$202
Fri 30/1022:45 -
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Sat 31/1011:25 -
2 stops6h 55m
Deal found 24/9$239
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Mon 9/1107:35 -
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Deal found 27/9$245
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Deal found 27/9$266
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Deal found 26/9$266
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2 stops7h 05m
Deal found 25/9$266
Direct flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles
Explore direct flight options from San Francisco to Los Angeles based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
Mon 9/1109:14 -
Nonstop1h 32m
Mon 16/1106:00 -
Nonstop1h 27m
Deal found 25/9$142
Tue 27/1019:25 -
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Sat 31/1019:03 -
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Deal found 27/9$147
Sat 14/1118:55 -
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Sat 14/1121:35 -
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Deal found 25/9$159
Thu 5/1112:05 -
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Mon 9/1114:15 -
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Deal found 23/9$167
Thu 12/1107:05 -
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Sun 15/1107:35 -
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Deal found 25/9$195
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Mon 19/1018:56 -
Nonstop1h 32m
Deal found 23/9$205
Fri 13/1112:00 -
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Fri 13/1116:45 -
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Deal found 25/9$216
Fri 30/1006:00 -
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Sun 1/1107:25 -
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Deal found 25/9$223
Thu 17/1214:30 -
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Thu 31/1219:15 -
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Deal found 25/9$231
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Deal found 25/9$233
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Data last updated 28 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 16/1006:00 -
Nonstop1h 37m
Mon 19/1018:56 -
Nonstop1h 32m
Deal found 25/9$205
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Deal found 25/9$167
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Deal found 25/9$188
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Deal found 25/9$189
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1 stop5h 05m
Deal found 28/9$181
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Deal found 24/9$196
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Sat 31/1019:03 -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 27/9$147
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Deal found 25/9$202
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2 stops6h 35m
Deal found 25/9$209
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Deal found 27/9$159
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Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 25/9$195
One-way flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
Sat 17/1014:40 -
Nonstop1h 24m
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Deal found 23/9$84
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Deal found 27/9$93
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Deal found 23/9$98
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Deal found 25/9$105
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Deal found 25/9$112
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Deal found 25/9$114
Wed 23/1207:00 -
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Deal found 24/9$118
Fri 23/1021:23 -
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Deal found 23/9$122
Tue 27/1014:40 -
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Deal found 24/9$125
Fri 6/1121:00 -
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Deal found 23/9$134
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Deal found 23/9$141
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Deal found 28/9$144
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Los Angeles
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
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Mon 26/10
18:38-19:58
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09:54-11:20
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$84
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$105
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22:45-06:35
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00:00-00:00
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$105
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05:10-14:20
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$105
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Tue 10/11
05:05-13:05
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Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$105
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SFO San Francisco - LAX Los Angeles
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San Francisco
Mon 19/10
20:00-08:10
2 stops12h 10m
Los Angeles
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$114
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SFO San Francisco - LAX Los Angeles
SFOLAX
San Francisco
Fri 16/10
22:50-00:26
Nonstop1h 36m
Los Angeles
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$122
San FranciscoLos Angeles
SFO San Francisco - LAX Los Angeles
SFOLAX
San Francisco
Wed 28/10
05:20-10:20
1 stop5h 00m
Los Angeles
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$148
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles
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Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles is 41 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles (average of $279). Flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to LAX?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 82% on airfare.
How much does it cost for a return flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
San Francisco to Los Angeles flights typically cost between $167 and $366 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $142 on Multiple Airlines (9 Nov–16 Nov).
Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Los Angeles
Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
The most flights from SFO to LAX are scheduled on a Sunday (175 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (94 on average).
How often are flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles delayed?
About 19% of weekly flights between San Francisco and Los Angeles have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 122 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Los Angeles flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Thursday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Los Angeles flights?
Over the past year, United Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 12% of flights being delayed.
Related info for your journey
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How popular is this San Francisco to Los Angeles flight route?
Flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles have been viewed 46 times in the past calendar month.
How long is the flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
A quick flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles can take about 1h 27m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $167. There are 542 km between San Francisco and Los Angeles. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $22 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $69 and Alaska Airlines from $69 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
Consider Avianca (81%), ITA Airways (80%) or Royal Air Maroc (79%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles.
What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
While on average a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles is generally $220, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $22. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $81 for that flight.
Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Los Angeles flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Los Angeles by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles (average of $279). Flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.
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