Title: Cheap Flights from Santa Monica (SMO) to San Francisco (SFO) - Expedia.ca ![Sunset view of the Golden Gate Bridge and fog from Battery Spencer, Golden Gate National Recreation Area, in San Francisco, California.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508803/0ac688ba-e7fa-4fb1-9f85-037d98869bf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) ![](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/508803/0ac688ba-e7fa-4fb1-9f85-037d98869bf8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=500&q=medium) # Cheap Flights from Santa Monica (SMO) to San Francisco (SFO) - [Roundtrip](?flightType=roundtrip) - [One-way](?flightType=oneway) - [Multi-city](?flightType=multicity) ### Travellers Adults ChildrenAges 2 to 17 InfantsYounger than 2 EconomyPremium economyBusiness classFirst class Leaving from Going to Departing Returning Add a place to stay Add a car Direct flights only ## Popular airlines from Santa Monica, CA (SMO-Santa Monica Municipal) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO) - ![Air Canada](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_AC.svg) Air Canada [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:smo,to:sfo,departure:22/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:sfo,to:smo,departure:29/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"AC"}}]) - ![WestJet](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_WS.svg) WestJet [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:smo,to:sfo,departure:22/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:sfo,to:smo,departure:29/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"WS"}}]) - ![Flair Airlines](https://a.travel-assets.com/air/airlines/f8_sq.svg) Flair Airlines [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:smo,to:sfo,departure:22/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:sfo,to:smo,departure:29/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"F8"}}]) - ![American Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_AA.svg) American Airlines [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:smo,to:sfo,departure:22/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:sfo,to:smo,departure:29/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"AA"}}]) - ![United](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_UA.svg) United [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:smo,to:sfo,departure:22/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:sfo,to:smo,departure:29/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"UA"}}]) - ![Delta](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_DL.svg) Delta [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:smo,to:sfo,departure:22/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:sfo,to:smo,departure:29/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"DL"}}]) - ![Porter Airlines](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2024/09/23/landing_airline_sq_logo_PD.svg) Porter Airlines [](https://www.expedia.ca/Flights-Search?leg1=from:smo,to:sfo,departure:22/10/2025TANYT&leg2=from:sfo,to:smo,departure:29/10/2025TANYT&trip=roundtrip&passengers=adults:1,children:0,infantinlap:N&mode=search&pageId=0&filters=[{"preferredAirlineFilterValue":{"carrierCode":"PD"}}]) ![notification illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__notification.svg) ### Be in the know Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise\* ![deals illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__deals.svg) ### Book smarter Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight\* ![trophy illustration](https://a.travel-assets.com/travel-assets-manager/pictogram-bex/light__trophy.svg) ### Earn twice Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login) ## Frequently asked questions ### How much is a flight from Santa Monica Airport to San Francisco Airport? > The lowest price advertised for a round-trip journey from Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) to San Francisco Airport is . But you better move fast. This price is taken from fares listed 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 SMO to San Francisco Airport? > Each airline has a different set of terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your trip, head to our [Customer Service Portal](https://www.expedia.ca/helpcenter). ### How do I find cheap flights from Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) to San Francisco Airport that have flexible change policies? > Flights from Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) to San Francisco Airport offering flexible change policies are available from several airlines. Simply use our "No change fees" filter when searching. You'll only need to pay the cost difference between flights, with no extra fees to worry about. ### How far is the flight from SMO to SFO? > The distance from Santa Monica Airport (SMO) to San Francisco Airport (SFO) is only 540 kilometres. You'll be walking down the air bridge and grabbing your suitcase from the carousel before you know it. ### Which airlines fly direct from Santa Monica Municipal Airport (SMO) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)? > Direct flights aren't available, so you'll need to make at least one stop between SMO and San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Take advantage of the layover time to stretch your legs and freshen up. ### Are Santa Monica Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute? > Flight tickets from Santa Monica Airport to San Francisco Airport are available up to a year before departure on Expedia. And although you may occasionally pick up a great last-minute deal, it's never something you can count on. Also, booking your flights in advance means you'll have more choices — and you can avoid being wedged in the dreaded middle seat! We regularly update our fares to bring you the best bargains, so check back often for all the latest specials. ## Travel information | Origin airport | Santa Monica Municipal | | --- | --- | | Destination airport | San Francisco Intl. | | Distance | 531 km | ## Book with confidence ### Los Angeles to San Francisco Flights **The easy way to book your flights from Santa Monica to San Francisco**  With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to San Francisco from Santa Monica whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from airlines that cover this route. There are 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 Santa Monica to San Francisco today, tomorrow, or this week.   **Save dollars with cheap flights from Santa Monica Municipal, SMO to San Francisco Intl., SFO**  Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Santa Monica to San Francisco—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to San Francisco from Santa Monica currently is just rising to .   Here are more money-saving tips:  - Fly in 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 Santa Monica**  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. 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