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The cheapest flights to San Francisco Intl. found within the past 7 days were $43 round trip and $24 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Airport?
If you’d love to venture from LAX to San Francisco Airport as quickly as possible, you’ll be pleased to know multiple airlines operate nonstop flights. Select your preferred seat with Alaska Airlines or Delta.
How long is the flight from LAX to SFO?
If you were planning to have a good snooze during your Los Angeles to San Francisco journey, you’ll have to rethink those plans. The typical flight time between Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is a mere 1 hour and 26 minutes — just enough to sit back and close your eyes for a little while.
What is the flight distance from LAX to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
With a flight distance of only 340 mi, a magazine or two or an episode of your favorite TV show is all you’ll need to keep yourself entertained on the trip between Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and San Francisco Airport. You’ll be getting off the plane and jumping straight into your fun adventures in a flash.
What airlines fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you’re going from Los Angeles to San Francisco, you’ve got options galore. Book a seat with one of these reputable airlines that have direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Airport:

  • Alaska Airlines - (AS) with 265 flights every month
  • Delta - (DL) with 230 flights every month
  • United Airlines - (UA) with 199 flights every month
  • American Airlines - (AA with 117 flights every month
  • Southwest Airlines - (WN) with 108 flights every month
  • JetBlue - (B6) with 91 flights every month

What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

 

Traveling From
Los Angeles Intl.
Traveling To
San Francisco Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
1 hours 22 mins
Earliest Departure Time
6:00AM PST
Latest Departure Time
10:51PM PST
Lowest Flight Price
$43

Route Info

Flight path for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to San Francisco International Airport


Distance:
339.00 miles


Airlines & Aircraft Used on LAX to SFO Flight Routes


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
Alaska Airlines
Embraer RJ140
American Airlines
Cessna light aircraft - single turboprop engine
Delta Air Lines
Airbus A319
Delta Air Lines
Airbus A320-100/200
United Airlines
Canadair Regional Jet

Discover our best flights from Los Angeles LAX to San Francisco SFO. 

With 20 airlines to choose from on Travelocity, you can easily find the best option for you. Use our filters to sort by price, compare airlines, and find the most convenient flight times. 

 

Find our best return flights from Los Angeles LAX to San Francisco SFO at the right price  

Airfares to San Francisco SFO from Los Angeles LAX currently cost between $43 and $68. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way flights from Los Angeles LAX to San Francisco SFO 

If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from Los Angeles LAX to San Francisco SFO on Travelocity starting at $24. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to San Francisco SFO from Los Angeles LAX quicker with direct flights. 

Get to San Francisco faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to SFO from LAX to take around 1 hour(s) 22 min(s).  

 

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Find cheap flight deals by using our search filters to sort results starting with the lowest price airfares to SFO from LAX. Our Price Match Promise means if you find a lower rate on Travelocity.com or on another US-based website within 24 hours of booking, we’ll credit or refund the difference.  

 

Get our best airfare deals for your flight from Los Angeles LAX to San Francisco SFO today 

If you’re flexible about when you travel, February is usually the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles LAX to San Francisco SFO. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

Book flexible airline tickets for flights to San Francisco SFO from Los Angeles LAX 

Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to SFO from LAX have this option.  

 

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.