CA $73 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $73 for one-way flights and CA $145 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $66 - CA $215 per traveller.

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Flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (LAX - SFO) route information
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
CA $137
Distance
540 km
Average flight time
1 hour 19 mins

Los Angeles to San Francisco Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are Condor, JAL, Fiji Airways, Delta Air Lines, Air New Zealand, United Airlines, El Al, Qantas, Southwest Airlines, SAS, Iberia, Korean Air, WestJet, Air China, Singapore Airlines, Gulf Air, American Airlines, KLM, Qatar Airways, Aer Lingus, Air France, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Copa Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Virgin Australia, Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines, Avianca, LATAM Airlines, China Southern Airlines, ITA Airways, Hawaiian Airlines, ANA, Air Tahiti Nui, Virgin Atlantic, British Airways nonstop flights to San Francisco Intl., too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Los Angeles Intl., LAX to San Francisco Intl., SFO 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles currently is just CA $145 rising to CA $169.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in October when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to San Francisco  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to San Francisco from Los Angeles 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to San Francisco with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from LAX to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight between LAX and San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is CA $145. But you better get a move on. This price is taken from fares available within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Airport?
This differs from airline to airline, as each has its own terms and conditions. Head to the Customer Service Portal, where there are easy-to-follow instructions on how to cancel online.
How do I find cheap flights from LAX to San Francisco Airport that have flexible change policies?
Plenty of airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight at no extra charge. All you pay is the fare difference. When looking for LAX to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) flights, you'll find a "No change fees" box for you to tick.
How many hours is the flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Get comfy in your seat, pick a movie and 1 hour and 31 minutes will pass by in a jiffy. That's how long it'll take you to reach San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
How far is the flight from LAX to San Francisco Airport?
That movie you've been wanting to see will just have to wait — the flight distance between LAX and San Francisco Airport is only 540 kilometres. The captain will be asking you to put your seat upright for landing before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from LAX to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
You'll have your choice of a great selection of airlines that fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Airport. The most sought-after ones are:

  • United Airlines - (UA) with 282 monthly flights
  • Alaska Airlines - (AS) with 234 monthly flights
  • Delta - (DL) with 195 monthly flights
  • American Airlines - (AA) with 108 monthly flights
  • Southwest Airlines - (WN) with 95 monthly flights
  • Frontier Airlines - (F9) with 47 monthly flights

Are LAX to SFO flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices change all the time, so there are no guarantees. While last-minute flight deals between LAX and San Francisco Airport are possible, it also makes sense to monitor prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers publish their prices up to 12 months before the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the biggest bargains around, so keep checking and be ready to lock in your seat when the fares dip.

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