Cheap flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles from $73
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 31/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — LAX
12 Dec — 19 Dec1
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 January or September, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday 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 12 November 2026.
Wed 23/1221:59 -
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Wed 30/1219:51 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 8/11$134
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Sat 12/1218:40 -
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Deal found 7/11$143
Fri 25/1222:21 -
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Fri 1/119:51 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 10/11$147
Tue 8/1221:31 -
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Tue 15/1207:00 -
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Deal found 10/11$150
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Mon 14/1207:00 -
1 stop26h 34m
Deal found 10/11$152
Sat 5/1208:40 -
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Sat 5/1213:50 -
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Deal found 11/11$163
Wed 9/1216:55 -
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Wed 16/1216:55 -
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Deal found 9/11$170
Wed 2/1215:07 -
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Deal found 11/11$178
Wed 16/1214:59 -
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Wed 6/110:30 -
Nonstop1h 32m
Deal found 12/11$185
Tue 1/1208:40 -
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Tue 8/1209:23 -
Nonstop1h 27m
Deal found 7/11$187
Sat 5/1206:40 -
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Sat 5/1211:55 -
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Deal found 11/11$194
Tue 1/1213:13 -
Nonstop1h 28m
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Nonstop1h 28m
Deal found 7/11$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 12 November 2026.
Sat 20/206:25 -
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Sat 27/214:57 -
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Deal found 11/11$170
Sat 12/1214:59 -
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Mon 14/1214:10 -
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Deal found 8/11$198
Thu 7/108:40 -
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Deal found 12/11$243
Sat 26/1206:30 -
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Tue 5/119:55 -
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Deal found 7/11$207
Thu 3/1215:07 -
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Tue 29/1221:22 -
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Deal found 10/11$223
Wed 30/1209:30 -
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Deal found 7/11$252
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Deal found 12/11$251
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Deal found 11/11$259
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2 stops7h 35m
Deal found 7/11$347
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 12 November 2026.
Wed 23/1221:59 -
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Wed 30/1219:51 -
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Deal found 8/11$134
Fri 25/1222:21 -
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Deal found 10/11$147
Sat 5/1208:40 -
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Sat 5/1213:50 -
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Deal found 11/11$163
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Deal found 10/11$170
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Wed 2/1219:03 -
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Deal found 11/11$178
Wed 16/1211:50 -
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Deal found 12/11$185
Tue 1/1208:40 -
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Tue 8/1209:23 -
Nonstop1h 27m
Deal found 7/11$187
Tue 1/1213:13 -
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Tue 1/1217:45 -
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Deal found 7/11$195
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Deal found 9/11$198
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Deal found 10/11$200
Wed 2/1209:59 -
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Deal found 7/11$203
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Data last updated 12 November 2026 and is based on user searches.
Tue 1/1208:40 -
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Tue 8/1209:23 -
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Deal found 7/11$187
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Deal found 7/11$195
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Wed 2/1219:03 -
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Deal found 11/11$178
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Deal found 7/11$143
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Deal found 11/11$163
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Deal found 11/11$194
Tue 8/1221:31 -
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Deal found 10/11$150
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Deal found 9/11$170
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Deal found 10/11$152
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Deal found 12/11$185
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Deal found 8/11$134
Fri 25/1222:21 -
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Fri 1/119:51 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 10/11$147
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 12 November 2026.
Thu 31/1217:39 -
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Deal found 9/11$73
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Deal found 10/11$86
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Deal found 9/11$93
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Deal found 10/11$95
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Deal found 9/11$102
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Deal found 9/11$106
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Deal found 9/11$115
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Deal found 11/11$117
Sat 26/1221:59 -
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Deal found 9/11$122
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Deal found 8/11$124
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Deal found 12/11$128
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Deal found 10/11$130
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 12 November 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 12 November 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles that are best for you.
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Sun 14/2
12:25-13:58
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Wed 31/12
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$115
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21:20-22:51
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00:00-00:00
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$122
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SFO San Francisco - LAX Los Angeles
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San Francisco
Fri 4/12
16:35-17:59
Nonstop1h 24m
Los Angeles
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$138
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21:10-22:50
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Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$152
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SFO San Francisco - LAX Los Angeles
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Wed 24/2
06:40-14:05
2 stops7h 25m
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Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
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$159
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SFO San Francisco - LAX Los Angeles
SFOLAX
San Francisco
Fri 5/2
05:20-12:50
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Los Angeles
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$166
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SFO San Francisco - LAX Los Angeles
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San Francisco
Sat 20/2
06:25-07:55
Nonstop1h 30m
Los Angeles
Sat 27/2
14:57-16:26
Nonstop1h 29m
$170
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SFO San Francisco - LAX Los Angeles
SFOLAX
San Francisco
Wed 25/11
06:00-07:33
Nonstop1h 33m
Los Angeles
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$181
San FranciscoLos Angeles
SFO San Francisco - LAX Los Angeles
SFOLAX
San Francisco
Wed 25/11
07:00-08:38
Nonstop1h 38m
Los Angeles
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$181
San FranciscoLos Angeles
SFO San Francisco - LAX Los Angeles
SFOLAX
San Francisco
Wed 18/11
20:00-21:40
Nonstop1h 40m
Los Angeles
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
$181
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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 82 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles (average of $306). Flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $353). 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 12 November 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 83% 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 $198 and $427 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $134 on Multiple Airlines (23 Dec–30 Dec).
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 12 November 2026.
The most flights from SFO to LAX are scheduled on a Monday (172 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (100 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
Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
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 25m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $198. There are 542 km between San Francisco and Los Angeles. Most flights are nonstop.
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 $23 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $70 and Alaska Airlines from $71 one-way.
What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
Consider Royal Air Maroc (100%), Lufthansa (89%) or ANA (84%) 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 $1,233, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $32. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $232 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles (average of $306). Flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles in March is currently the most expensive (average of $353). 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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