Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Los Angeles to San Francisco Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest Los Angeles to San Francisco flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top LAX to SFO routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

Los Angeles to San Francisco Information

Traveling From
Los Angeles Intl.
Origin Airport
Los Angeles
Origin Airport IATA Code
LAX
Traveling To
San Francisco Intl.
Destination Airport
San Francisco
Destination Airport IATA Code
SFO
Number of Airlines Serving
37
Average Flight Time
1 hours 27 mins
Direct Flight Time
1 hours 19 mins
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from LAX to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
On average, the flight time from Los Angeles to San Francisco is a cruisy 1 hour and 25 minutes. Grab a seat, buckle up and leave the real world wondering where on earth you’ve disappeared to.
What airlines fly direct from LAX to SFO?
If you like your holidays to be drama-free, you’ll be chuffed to hear you can fly straight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Airport with several airlines. Check for awesome deals with Alaska Airlines and United Airlines.
How many flights are there from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to SFO?
Put on your seat belt, because your ride to San Francisco is ready to leave. A total of 31 flights operate daily between Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) and San Francisco Airport.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Tuesday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flights booked on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Tuesday generally had the lowest average price. Wotif data also shows Wednesdays and Fridays generally have the highest average ticket prices according to our demand data.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? Saturday is actually the best day to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif.co.nz in 2021, we found that flights purchased on Saturdays had the lowest airfares on average. Thursday, on the other hand, can be the most expensive day of the week to buy your airfare, with generally a higher than average ticket value.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing 2021 flight demand on Wotif.co.nz, September is one of the cheapest months to fly, when ticket prices are generally at their lowest. May is a close second for the cheapest time to fly. The months December and January are often the most expensive ones to travel, with higher than average ticket prices, so plan ahead and book early for your travel plans.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Are you a super organised traveller? Even though not all airlines release their fares a year in advance, you can start researching your flights 12 months in advance for many carriers. It’s good to book your international flights to popular destinations early, particularly in peak holiday periods. According to Wotif’s 2021 travel trends, last minute planners can also bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.co.nz from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time zone:
America/Los_Angeles
Address:
One World Way
Los Angeles CA, 90045-5803
United States
IATA code:
LAX
Longitude:
-118.408279
Latitude:
33.943399
Time zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Los Angeles to San Francisco Flight Deals from

Considering a quick trip to San Francisco, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from LAX to SFO. With heaps of cheap fares from Los Angeles, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to San Francisco from Los Angeles from different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to San Francisco in just 1 hour(s) and 19 mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles 

Choose from 156 flights a day on average, with prices starting at and rising to depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco today!  

Find cheap airfares to San Francisco from Los Angeles 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near Los Angeles and San Francisco
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in )
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

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Great places to stay after flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real, Millbrae, CA
The price is NZ$212 per night from 29 Sep to 30 Sep
NZ$212
per night
29 Sep - 30 Sep
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (2,385 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on 10 Sep. 2024

SFO El Rancho Inn SureStay Collection by Best Western
The Westin San Francisco Airport
The Westin San Francisco Airport
4 out of 5
1 Old Bayshore Hwy, Millbrae, CA
The price is NZ$286 per night from 14 Sep to 15 Sep
NZ$286
per night
14 Sep - 15 Sep
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,068 reviews)
"Comfortable bed. Outdated decor"

Reviewed on 6 Sep. 2024

The Westin San Francisco Airport
Aloft San Francisco Airport
Aloft San Francisco Airport
3.5 out of 5
401 E Millbrae Ave, Millbrae, CA
The price is NZ$247 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$247
per night
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the bar and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,030 reviews)
"Nice convenient cheap"

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2024

Aloft San Francisco Airport
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

^Savings based on all package bookings made with Flight + Hotel on Wotif.co.nz from , as compared to the price of the same components booked separately. Savings will vary based on origin/destination, length of trip, stay dates and selected travel supplier(s). Savings not available on all packages.