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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco from C$ 85

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 25/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
27 Dec — 3 Jan1
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 Thursday or Wednesday 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 22 December 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 160

One-way from

C$ 85

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 224
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 15/4-15/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 09m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 25/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 26m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% 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 22 December 2024.

Tue 31/127:00 a.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Mon 5/511:05 a.m.SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mDelta
Deal found 22/12C$ 228
Mon 30/128:00 a.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/110:41 a.m.SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 22/12C$ 274
Thu 26/125:10 p.m.LAX - SFO
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Tue 31/125:40 p.m.SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 21/12C$ 296
Sun 29/1210:28 a.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 34mUnited Airlines
Sun 29/1210:35 p.m.SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 22/12C$ 299

Find flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco within your budget

Customize 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 22 December 2024.

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Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 15/4

1:09 p.m.-2:42 p.m.

Nonstop1h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 15/4

6:38 p.m.-8:14 p.m.

Nonstop1h 36m

C$ 160

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 26/4

6:00 a.m.-7:29 a.m.

Nonstop1h 29m

San Francisco

Sat 26/4

4:10 p.m.-5:42 p.m.

Nonstop1h 32m

C$ 168

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 15/2

7:30 p.m.-9:00 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Sun 16/2

6:45 a.m.-8:10 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

C$ 184

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 1/1

7:00 a.m.-8:24 a.m.

Nonstop1h 24m

San Francisco

Mon 5/5

8:35 p.m.-10:13 p.m.

Nonstop1h 38m

C$ 228

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 25/1

7:55 p.m.-9:21 p.m.

Nonstop1h 26m

C$ 85

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Fri 24/1

4:05 p.m.-5:33 p.m.

Nonstop1h 28m

C$ 99

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 14/6

7:45 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 103

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 11/1

8:14 a.m.-12:11 a.m.

1 stop15h 57m

C$ 122

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 18/2

6:00 a.m.-9:45 a.m.

1 stop3h 45m

C$ 134

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Fri 7/3

12:59 a.m.-3:37 p.m.

1 stop14h 38m

C$ 440

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Deals found on 22/12

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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 round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2024.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco is 64 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 379). 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 22 December 2024.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 24% on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 22 December 2024.

The most flights from LAX to SFO are scheduled on a Sunday (153 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (51 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 mm 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 22 December 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and United Airlines from Los Angeles to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
9,549 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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
8,594 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
3,265 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,022 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

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 4 different airlines have flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 96 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?

    Currently priced at C$ 160, Alaska Airlines will fly you from Los Angeles to San Francisco and back. In addition to Alaska Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 168 and C$ 182, respectively. These flights start at 16% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    C$ 85 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and United Airlines, with prices starting from C$ 99 and C$ 103, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco are Horizon Air (100%), Korean Air (99%) and EL AL (89%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to San Francisco is C$ 80. On average you can expect to pay C$ 654. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Francisco), can usually be booked for C$ 126.

  • 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 vacation 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 379). 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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FrontierCheapestC$ 66AverageC$ 97FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 112AverageC$ 168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 129AverageC$ 205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 145AverageC$ 427FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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