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Close dialog Prices are for flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles for 1 adult in Economy. Flight times are based on nonstop flights or flights with the fewest stops available.
Flight information for San Francisco to Los Angeles to help you plan your next trip.
| Cheapest round-trip flight | $53 | FrontierNonstop2 hrOct 31 — Nov 4 | The cheapest round-trip flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles is currently $53 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $19 | FrontierNonstop2 hrOct 31 | The cheapest one-way flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles is currently $19 | |
| Fastest flight | 1 hr 20 min | The fastest nonstop flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles takes 1 hr 20 min | ||
| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Close dialog Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from San Francisco to Los Angeles per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles is typically August. The most expensive one is typically March.
| August Cheapest | Typical prices: $55–120 |
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| March Most expensive | Typical prices: $115–205 |
Popular airports near San Francisco
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San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Oakland
26 min
11 mi
San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)
San Jose
50 min
39 mi
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento
1 hr 37 min
78 mi
Popular airports near Los Angeles
Close dialog Distance and driving time are relative to the city center. Airports are listed based on distance from Los Angeles center and popularity with travelers.
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Los Angeles
32 min
12 mi
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
Burbank
25 min
12 mi
Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
Tijuana
2 hr 24 min
127 mi
Harry Reid International Airport Las Vegas (LAS)
Las Vegas
3 hr 57 min
224 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
1 hr 20 min is the shortest flight time from San Francisco to Los Angeles.
When are the cheapest days to fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in August. Typical prices range from $55 to $120.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles was with Frontier from $53. The best one-way deal was with Frontier from $19.
When are direct flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles available?
There are direct flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
United, Alaska, Delta, American, Southwest and Frontier fly direct from San Francisco to Los Angeles.
What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
The cheapest round-trip flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles starts at $53 from Thu, Oct 31 to Mon, Nov 4. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $19 and departs on Thu, Oct 31.
When should you visit Los Angeles?
Los Angeles is a year-round destination. The weather's mostly warm and mild, with hotter temperatures Jul–Oct. Arts and cultural events happen regularly, including film festivals such as LA Film Fest (Jun) and AFI Fest (Nov). In summer, there are free outdoor concerts and film screenings at venues across the city. Other major annual events include the Academy Awards (Feb/Mar) and the LA Marathon (Feb/Mar).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
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Popular trips from San Francisco
Close dialog These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months. Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Montreal
$385
Oct 5 — Oct 7
1 stop8 hrPorter Airlines
Vancouver
$78
Oct 3 — Oct 7
Nonstop2 hr 25 minFlair Airlines
Boston
$169
Oct 25 — Oct 28
1 stop8 hr 19 minFrontier
Los Angeles
$68
Oct 17 — Oct 21
Nonstop1 hr 28 minFrontier
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