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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles from C$ 56

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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — LAX
30 Mar — 6 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Francisco to Los Angeles are usually found in September or January, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX). 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 25 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 168

One-way from

C$ 56

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 226

Good round-trip deal

C$ 117 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 104 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 5/8-26/8
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • San Francisco to Los Angeles
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 10/7
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • San Francisco to Los Angeles
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 0% potential increase in price (C$ 2 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles.
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 25 March 2025.

Tue 5/88:59 p.m.SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mDelta
Tue 26/810:25 a.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mDelta
Deal found 24/3C$ 168
Sat 24/59:54 p.m.SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 26/56:00 a.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 31mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 25/3C$ 196
Tue 22/45:40 a.m.SFO - LAX
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Sat 26/46:55 a.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 25/3C$ 211
Sat 26/44:31 p.m.SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mAlaska Airlines
Mon 28/46:35 p.m.LAX - SFO
1 stop5h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 24/3C$ 229
Thu 17/412:08 a.m.SFO - LAX
1 stop9h 41mFrontier
Sun 20/410:49 a.m.LAX - SFO
1 stop12h 19mFrontier
Deal found 24/3C$ 431

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Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Los Angeles

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Tue 5/8

8:59 p.m.-10:36 p.m.

Nonstop1h 37m

Los Angeles

Tue 26/8

10:25 a.m.-11:58 a.m.

Nonstop1h 33m

C$ 168

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 24/5

9:54 p.m.-11:26 p.m.

Nonstop1h 32m

Los Angeles

Mon 26/5

6:00 a.m.-7:31 a.m.

Nonstop1h 31m

C$ 196

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Tue 22/4

5:40 a.m.-1:15 p.m.

2 stops7h 35m

Los Angeles

Sat 26/4

6:55 a.m.-8:20 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 211

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 26/4

4:31 p.m.-6:05 p.m.

Nonstop1h 34m

Los Angeles

Mon 28/4

6:35 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop5h 24m

C$ 229

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Thu 17/4

12:08 a.m.-9:49 a.m.

1 stop9h 41m

Los Angeles

Sun 20/4

12:58 p.m.-2:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 42m

C$ 411

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Thu 10/7

11:19 a.m.-12:54 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 56

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 23/8

8:55 a.m.-10:33 a.m.

Nonstop1h 38m

C$ 85

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Mon 28/4

5:10 a.m.-10:35 a.m.

1 stop5h 25m

C$ 119

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Tue 15/4

4:49 p.m.-8:13 p.m.

1 stop3h 24m

C$ 132

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Wed 2/4

9:55 p.m.-11:24 p.m.

Nonstop1h 29m

C$ 145

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

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 58 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles (average of C$ 231). Flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). 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 SFO to LAX?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 25 March 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Los Angeles is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 88% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Los Angeles. 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 25 March 2025.

The most flights from SFO to LAX are scheduled on a Friday (183 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (114 on average).

Rainfall in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Los Angeles ranges from 0.0 - 87.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 87.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Los Angeles when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Los Angeles by month

Plan your trip to Los Angeles by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Los Angeles, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated 25 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Aug 2024

SFO - BOS

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Aug 2024

SFO - BOS

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Aug 2024

SFO - BOS

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Aug 2024

SFO - BOS

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Aug 2024

SFO - BOS

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

David,Aug 2024

SFO - BOS

Could not watch a movie, asked for help. Could not get extra cookies

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Los Angeles. 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 San Francisco to Los Angeles?

    To fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles, you need to book a flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX). Nonstop flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco take 1h 32m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 153 outbound flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles offered by 3 different airlines.

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

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Los Angeles, with prices starting at C$ 168. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 196 and C$ 211, respectively. These flights start at 16% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles are Frontier (C$ 56), Delta (C$ 85), and Southwest (C$ 119).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles consider choosing Air China (91%), Virgin Australia (91%) or Copa Airlines (91%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles is generally C$ 407, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is C$ 56. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay C$ 113 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Los Angeles 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 San Francisco to Los Angeles?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles (average of C$ 231). Flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 314). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapestC$ 58AverageC$ 130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 111AverageC$ 191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 174AverageC$ 219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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