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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco from $73

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 25/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
31 Jul — 7 Aug1
1 adult
Wed 31/7
Wed 7/8

The best prices from Los Angeles to San Francisco are usually found in April or May, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 26 July 2024.

Round-trip from

$136

One-way from

$73

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 10/8-23/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 36m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
Delta
  • Delta
  • 25/9
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 23m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Tuesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 77%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Find a great deal and save up to 70% by booking at least 36 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Los Angeles to San Francisco within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $203.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

April is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Francisco from Los Angeles. Prices for April average $213 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $58. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March. Opting for a April flight can save you 13% on your journey compared to booking in March

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to SFO?

When flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 42% versus a flight in the evening.

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Alaska Airlines for the route between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Alaska Airlines flights we've come across from Los Angeles to San Francisco. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Tue 24/906:33LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 24/916:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$148
Thu 10/1006:15LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 27mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/1016:44SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$179
Sun 25/806:33LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 27/813:15SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$182
Sat 28/906:33LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Sat 28/916:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$196
Sun 4/806:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/806:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$197
Sun 4/806:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/818:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$215
Thu 19/906:33LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Thu 19/916:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$234
Wed 6/1116:20LAX - SFO
1 stop19h 18mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/1116:48SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$243
Sun 22/906:33LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Sun 22/916:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$252
  • Alaska Airlines is one of the most popular airlines used for those travelling from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Los Angeles to San Francisco flights are typically 110% more expensive than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Alaska Airlines typically cost $135.53 RT. The cheapest Alaska Airlines flight found for this route was $77. When travelling from Los Angeles to San Francisco on Alaska Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Los Angeles Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is San Francisco Airport. When flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco, Alaska Airlines flights are 8% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Delta flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Delta flights departing from Los Angeles and landing in San Francisco. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Mon 16/919:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Tue 17/912:35SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 25/7$162
Mon 23/922:25LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Tue 24/914:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Deal found 25/7$164
Sun 18/806:50LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Mon 19/818:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mDelta
Deal found 25/7$194
Wed 18/922:25LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Thu 19/906:20SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 25/7$223
Fri 16/819:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Mon 19/818:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mDelta
Deal found 24/7$238
Sat 14/1217:35LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 22mDelta
Sun 15/1206:30SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Deal found 25/7$240
Sat 3/807:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Sun 4/806:03SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 25/7$258
Fri 9/819:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Mon 12/819:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 41mDelta
Deal found 25/7$298
Fri 9/819:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Sun 11/812:49SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mDelta
Deal found 25/7$300
  • One of the most popular airlines travelling from Los Angeles to San Francisco is Delta. Los Angeles to San Francisco flights are typically 86% cheaper than other airlines travelling the same route. Flights from Delta typically cost $187.81 RT. The cheapest Delta flight found for this route was $95. Los Angeles Airport is the most common Los Angeles airport to take off from when flying to San Francisco. San Francisco Airport is the most popular arrival airport in San Francisco. When flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco, Delta flights are 8% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Los Angeles to San Francisco flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Los Angeles to San Francisco specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Prices were last updated on 26 July 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Los Angeles to San Francisco in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 10/808:15LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 19mFrontier
Fri 23/811:17SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 17mFrontier
Deal found 25/7$136
Mon 12/806:50LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Thu 15/814:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mDelta
Deal found 25/7$179
Sun 25/806:33LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 27/813:15SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$182
Sun 18/806:50LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Mon 19/818:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mDelta
Deal found 25/7$194
Sun 4/806:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Wed 14/818:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$197
Sun 4/806:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/818:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$215
Mon 29/722:25LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Sat 3/806:03SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 25/7$238
Tue 30/711:30LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mAlaska Airlines
Tue 30/716:10SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$252
Sun 11/806:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/816:10SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$257

Los Angeles to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Los Angeles and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Los Angeles to San Francisco in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Sat 10/808:15LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 19mFrontier
Fri 23/811:17SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 17mFrontier
Deal found 25/7$136
Tue 24/906:33LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 24/916:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$148
Wed 4/918:45LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 19mFrontier
Sat 7/916:12SFO - LAX
1 stop3h 46mFrontier
Deal found 25/7$150
Mon 16/919:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Tue 17/912:35SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 25/7$162
Mon 23/922:25LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Tue 24/914:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Deal found 25/7$164
Thu 10/1006:15LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 27mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/1016:44SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$179
Sun 25/806:33LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 27/813:15SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$182
Sun 18/806:50LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Mon 19/818:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mDelta
Deal found 25/7$194
Sat 28/906:33LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Sat 28/916:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$196

Direct flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles

Discover direct flight options from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Take a look at some of the direct flights travelling from Los Angeles to San Francisco in the near future. Select from other flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco by using the search form above.
Sat 10/808:15LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 19mFrontier
Fri 23/811:17SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 17mFrontier
Deal found 25/7$136
Tue 24/906:33LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 24/916:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$148
Mon 16/919:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Tue 17/912:35SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 25/7$162
Mon 23/922:25LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Tue 24/914:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Deal found 25/7$164
Thu 10/1006:15LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 27mAlaska Airlines
Mon 14/1020:06SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 24/7$179
Sun 25/806:33LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 27/813:15SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$182
Sun 18/806:50LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Mon 19/818:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mDelta
Deal found 25/7$194
Sat 28/906:33LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Sat 28/916:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$196
Sun 4/806:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Wed 14/818:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$197

Los Angeles to San Francisco flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Los Angeles to San Francisco for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Sun 4/806:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Thu 8/806:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$197
Sun 4/806:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/818:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$215
Sat 3/807:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Sun 4/806:03SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 25/7$258
Sat 3/806:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/818:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$281
Sun 4/807:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Sun 4/818:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 33mDelta
Deal found 25/7$301
Thu 1/820:55LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 22mAlaska Airlines
Sun 4/815:12SFO - LAX
1 stop16h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$350
Sat 3/821:59LAX - SFO
1 stop9h 40mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/818:59SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$385
Sat 3/819:55LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 22mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/817:46SFO - LAX
1 stop13h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$391
Sat 3/808:50LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mAlaska Airlines
Sun 4/815:12SFO - LAX
1 stop16h 18mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 25/7$393

One-way flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles

Search for one-way flight options from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
Users travelling one-way from Los Angeles to San Francisco can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco should utilise the search form at the top of the page.
Wed 25/907:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 23mDelta
Deal found 25/7$73
Sun 4/808:15LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 19mFrontier
Deal found 24/7$75
Wed 7/806:50LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Deal found 24/7$90
Sat 3/808:50LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 24/7$108
Tue 17/1216:00LAX - SFO
1 stop5h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 24/7$113
Thu 12/914:30LAX - SFO
1 stop5h 02mFrontier
Deal found 24/7$115
Sat 21/1218:33LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 24/7$138
Wed 25/915:25LAX - SFO
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 25/7$144
Fri 9/819:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Deal found 24/7$150

Find flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco 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 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.

Fly from

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Budget

$136 - $307

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Price

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 10/8

Nonstop1h 19m

San Francisco

Fri 23/8

Nonstop1h 17m

$136

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 24/9

Nonstop1h 26m

San Francisco

Tue 24/9

Nonstop1h 33m

$148

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 4/9

Nonstop1h 19m

San Francisco

Sat 7/9

1 stop3h 46m

$150

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 16/9

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 17/9

Nonstop1h 32m

$162

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 23/9

Nonstop1h 19m

San Francisco

Tue 24/9

Nonstop1h 30m

$164

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 10/10

Nonstop1h 27m

San Francisco

Thu 10/10

Nonstop1h 33m

$179

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sun 25/8

Nonstop1h 26m

San Francisco

Tue 27/8

Nonstop1h 36m

$182

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 16/9

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 17/9

1 stop4h 15m

$278

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 15/8

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 19/8

Nonstop1h 30m

$307

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 25/7

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 23 July 2024.
Booking 78 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 21 July 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

11 - 17 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 26 July 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Los Angeles to San Francisco. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,641 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,641 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,641 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.1
Very Good
9,365 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,641 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.0
Very Good
9,630 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,641 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.6
Good
3,996 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,641 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
5,641 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco if you want to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco. At least 6 different airlines have flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 110 flights to San Francisco from the Los Angeles airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from LAX to SFO to be around 1h 19m.

  • Can I find flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $136, but on average you can expect to pay $203.

  • Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has 20 direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco under $200. A good price for a direct flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco is less than $214.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Los Angeles to San Francisco for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are direct flights available from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route?

  • How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Francisco on average per day?

    Per day, 64 flights depart from Los Angeles to San Francisco on average.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 8% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 23% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 33% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 36% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Frontier, Alaska Airlines, and Delta can get you from Los Angeles to San Francisco in just under 1h 19m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 546 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco round-trip?

    Frontier, at $136, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and Delta. Frontier is 36% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco one-way?

    $73 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $75 and $108, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Consider Avianca (86%), EVA Air (83%) or Fiji Airways (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $491, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $50. The most popular route (Los Angeles - San Francisco), is priced around $110.

  • What does LAX to SFO mean?

    LAX stands for Los Angeles Airport, while SFO stands for San Francisco Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Los Angeles to San Francisco flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Los Angeles to San Francisco flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Los Angeles to San Francisco flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Los Angeles to San Francisco flight deals updated?

    The Los Angeles to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 25/7.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of $877). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,185). 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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Top 6 airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 615,779 searches. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
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FrontierCheapest$59Average$119FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest$68Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$118Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetBlueCheapest$121Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapest$146Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Search flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco by cabin class

Find flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco, based on your preferred cabin class, be it economy, premium economy, business, or first class.

Hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 July 2024.
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29%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco. 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 26 July 2024.
Monday130daily flights
Tuesday104daily flights
Wednesday95daily flights
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Friday125daily flights
Saturday98daily flights
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