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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco from $70

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
LAX — SFO
19 May — 26 May1
1 adult
Sun 19/5
Sun 26/5

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 Wednesday

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 14 May 2024.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$1,325

One-way from

$83
High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 17% potential price drop
From Los Angeles to San Francisco
One-way flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

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 59%.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 71% by booking at least 49 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 $201.

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 $214 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $57. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March. Opting for a April flight can save you 11% on your journey compared to booking in March

When is the cheapest time to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco (LAX - 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 28% versus a flight at midday.

Cheap JetBlue flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by JetBlue 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 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest JetBlue flights we've come across from Los Angeles to San Francisco. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Fri 24/511:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mJetBlue
Sun 26/513:50SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 14/5$187
Wed 22/511:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mJetBlue
Wed 29/513:50SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 13/5$206
Sat 25/511:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mJetBlue
Tue 28/513:50SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 13/5$210
  • One of the most popular airlines travelling from Los Angeles to San Francisco is JetBlue. Flights from JetBlue travelling this route typically cost $137.63 RT. This price is typically 136% more expensive than other airlines that offer Los Angeles to San Francisco flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $77. 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, JetBlue flights are 8% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

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 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Alaska Airlines flights departing from Los Angeles and landing in San Francisco. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Sat 8/606:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/617:55SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/5$157
Sun 26/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 27/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$168
Tue 4/615:31LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 27mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/607:40SFO - LAX
1 stop6h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/5$177
Mon 27/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/621:45SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$198
Sat 25/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sun 26/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$203
Thu 23/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Tue 28/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$207
Sun 19/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Wed 22/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$210
Mon 27/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Thu 30/513:29SFO - LAX
1 stop5h 51mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$216
Fri 7/606:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/619:30SFO - LAX
1 stop13h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$231
  • 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 89% more expensive than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Alaska Airlines typically cost $176.20 RT. The cheapest Alaska Airlines flight found for this route was $130. 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 Los Angeles to San Francisco flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Los Angeles to San Francisco specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 525,180 searches. Prices were last updated on 14 May 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.
Wed 5/606:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Wed 12/606:30SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Deal found 14/5$138
Wed 15/506:30LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mAlaska Airlines
Mon 20/521:45SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/5$168
Sat 1/606:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Sun 2/606:10SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 13/5$172
Sat 8/606:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/607:40SFO - LAX
1 stop6h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/5$177
Fri 24/511:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mJetBlue
Sun 26/513:50SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 14/5$187
Sat 18/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 20/521:45SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$198
Sun 19/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Wed 22/510:55SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 14/5$203
Wed 22/511:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mJetBlue
Wed 29/513:50SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 13/5$206
Sat 25/515:19LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Mon 27/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$207

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 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 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.
Wed 5/608:30LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Wed 12/606:30SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Deal found 14/5$138
Wed 15/506:30LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mAlaska Airlines
Mon 20/521:45SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/5$168
Sat 1/606:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Sun 2/606:10SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 13/5$172
Sat 8/606:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/607:40SFO - LAX
1 stop6h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/5$177
Fri 24/511:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mJetBlue
Sun 26/513:50SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 14/5$187
Sat 18/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 20/521:45SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$198
Sun 19/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Wed 22/510:55SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 14/5$203
Wed 22/511:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mJetBlue
Wed 29/513:50SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 13/5$206
Sat 25/515:19LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Mon 27/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$207

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 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 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.
Wed 5/606:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Wed 12/606:30SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Deal found 14/5$138
Sun 26/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 27/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$168
Sat 1/606:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Sun 2/606:10SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 13/5$172
Fri 24/511:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mJetBlue
Sun 26/513:50SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 14/5$187
Mon 27/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 3/621:45SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$198
Sat 25/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Sun 26/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$203
Sat 25/515:19LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Mon 27/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$207
Sat 25/511:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mJetBlue
Tue 28/513:50SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 13/5$210
Sat 25/519:50LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Sun 26/506:10SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 14/5$237

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 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 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.
Tue 21/513:30LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Wed 22/510:55SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 13/5$138
Tue 21/517:27LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mAlaska Airlines
Thu 23/510:41SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 14/5$168
Tue 21/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Thu 23/506:10SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 14/5$172
Fri 24/511:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mJetBlue
Sun 26/513:50SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 14/5$187
Sun 19/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Wed 22/510:55SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 14/5$203
Wed 22/511:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mJetBlue
Wed 29/513:50SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 13/5$206
Thu 23/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Tue 28/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$207
Sun 19/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Wed 22/506:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$210
Thu 23/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Tue 28/508:20SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/5$237

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 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 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.
Sat 1/619:50LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Deal found 13/5$70
Sat 15/608:15LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mFrontier
Deal found 12/5$83
Mon 27/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$100
Wed 22/513:30LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Deal found 13/5$103
Mon 27/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Deal found 13/5$104
Sun 29/921:59LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 27mDelta
Deal found 13/5$113
Sun 19/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 13/5$115
Mon 20/522:20LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Deal found 13/5$132
Sun 19/506:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Deal found 13/5$135

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 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

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$138 - $333

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Depart

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Price

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 5/6

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 12/6

Nonstop1h 31m

$138

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 8/6

Nonstop1h 29m

San Francisco

Wed 12/6

Nonstop1h 41m

$157

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sun 26/5

Nonstop1h 29m

San Francisco

Mon 27/5

Nonstop1h 36m

$168

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 1/6

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 2/6

Nonstop1h 35m

$172

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 4/6

Nonstop1h 27m

San Francisco

Tue 11/6

1 stop6h 46m

$177

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Fri 24/5

Nonstop1h 24m

San Francisco

Sun 26/5

Nonstop1h 29m

$187

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 25/5

Nonstop1h 24m

San Francisco

Tue 28/5

Nonstop1h 29m

$210

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 29/6

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 30/6

Nonstop1h 40m

$298

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 11/6

1 stop5h 05m

San Francisco

Thu 13/6

Nonstop1h 25m

$333

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 14/5

When is the best time to 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 10 May 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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When is the cheapest time 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 12 May 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
Evening
All times are departure.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco is currently $106 while a return flight costs $204. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of $876). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,241). 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.

January

$1,324

February

$1,418

March

$1,393

April

$1,448

May

$1,515

June

$1,592

July

$1,761

August

$1,686

September

$1,710

October

$1,420

November

$1,615

December

$1,876

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

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 14 May 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown JetBlue, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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
6,040 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.2
Very Good
6,040 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
6,040 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.1
Very Good
9,152 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
6,040 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

8.0
Very Good
10,706 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
6,040 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.6
Good
4,483 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
6,040 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

7.4
Good
10,959 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very Good
6,040 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 23m.

  • 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 Delta for just $138, but on average you can expect to pay $215.

  • 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 $248.

  • 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, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, 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, 51 flights depart from Los Angeles to San Francisco on average.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 4% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 45% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 12% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 39% of flight departures

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

    Delta, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue can get you from Los Angeles to San Francisco in just under 1h 24m. 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?

    Delta, at $138, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and JetBlue. Delta is 35% 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?

    $70 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 $83 and $100, respectively.

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

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

    Consider Air China (71%), Fiji Airways (67%) or China Southern (66%) 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 $246, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $58. The most popular route (Los Angeles - San Francisco), is priced around $151.

  • 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.

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    The Los Angeles to San Francisco flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 14/5.

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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 525,180 searches. Data last updated 14 May 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$118FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest$68Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$116Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetBlueCheapest$121Average$186FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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United AirlinesCheapest$173Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$197Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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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 14 May 2024.
12%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
24%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
44%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
20%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 14 May 2024.
Monday130daily flights
Tuesday104daily flights
Wednesday95daily flights
Thursday123daily flights
Friday125daily flights
Saturday98daily flights
Sunday97daily flights

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