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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco from $78

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
24 Dec — 31 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Los Angeles to San Francisco are usually found in October or September, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday 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 19 December 2024.

Round-trip from

$78

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$249
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 17/1-23/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 08m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 December 2024.

Tue 24/1208:21LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Thu 2/108:04SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Deal found 18/12$183
Wed 25/1214:41LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/121:55SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 17/12$287
Wed 25/1207:45LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Fri 27/1205:40SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 17/12$289
Sat 21/1214:36LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Sat 4/106:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 17/12$311
Sat 21/1219:20LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 34mUnited Airlines
Sat 21/1223:00SFO - LAX
1 stop16h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/12$586

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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.

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LAX - SFO

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Los Angeles

Fri 17/1

18:43-20:19

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Thu 23/1

13:47-15:19

Nonstop1h 32m

$78

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Fri 17/1

07:30-08:58

Nonstop1h 28m

San Francisco

Mon 20/1

08:27-10:00

Nonstop1h 33m

$167

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Fri 10/1

07:55-09:25

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 12/1

06:45-08:10

Nonstop1h 25m

$168

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 14/1

12:52-14:19

Nonstop1h 27m

San Francisco

Tue 21/1

10:37-12:08

Nonstop1h 31m

$186

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 16/1

11:55-13:29

Nonstop1h 34m

San Francisco

Fri 17/1

06:00-07:33

Nonstop1h 33m

$187

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sun 12/1

06:50-08:20

Nonstop1h 30m

$84

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 18/2

06:00-07:32

Nonstop1h 32m

$94

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sun 26/1

06:00-07:30

Nonstop1h 30m

$103

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sun 16/2

06:45-08:16

Nonstop1h 31m

$110

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 4/1

08:21-09:51

Nonstop1h 30m

$113

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 13 December 2024.

Booking 64 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.

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

Currently, March 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 $1,183). 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 LAX to SFO?

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 19 December 2024.

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 36% versus a flight in the evening.

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 19 December 2024.

The most flights from LAX to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (143 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

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 19 December 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, United Airlines and Southwest 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.
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7.7

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8.1

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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4,836 reviews
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4,836 reviews

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8.1

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7.7

Comfort

8.1

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8.7

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very Good
9,551 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

8.0
Very Good
8,604 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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Good
9,055 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.0
Good
399 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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 5 different airlines have flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 42 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 30m.

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

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

    Frontier, at $78, was found to be the cheapest airline from Los Angeles to San Francisco.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and Southwest. Frontier is 63% 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?

    $84 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Southwest. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $94 and $103, respectively.

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

    Consider Horizon Air (100%), Korean Air (99%) or EL AL (89%) 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 $1,004, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $85. The most popular route (Los Angeles - San Francisco), is priced around $119.

  • 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.

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

    Currently, March 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 $1,183). 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 5 airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 19 December 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$61Average$124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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United AirlinesCheapest$128Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$146Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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DeltaCheapest$160Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$211Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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