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Close dialog Prices are for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco for 1 adult in Economy. Flight times are based on nonstop flights or flights with the fewest stops available.
Flight information for Los Angeles to San Francisco to help you plan your next trip.
| Cheapest round-trip flight | $48 | FrontierNonstop2 hrSep 5 — Sep 9 | The cheapest round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco is currently $48 | |
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| Cheapest one-way flight | $19 | FrontierNonstop2 hrSep 4 | The cheapest one-way flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco is currently $19 | |
| Fastest flight | 1 hr 15 min | The fastest nonstop flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco takes 1 hr 15 min | ||
| Nonstop flights | Every day | There are direct flights on this route every day. |
When is the cheapest time to fly?
Close dialog Typical prices for the least expensive flights for weekend trips from Los Angeles to San Francisco per month. Insights are based on fares observed in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco is typically April. The most expensive one is typically August.
| April Cheapest | Typical prices: $65–145 |
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| August Most expensive | Typical prices: $105–140 |
Popular airports near Los Angeles
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Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Hollywood Burbank Airport (BUR)
Burbank
25 min
12 mi
Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
Tijuana
2 hr 23 min
127 mi
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
San Diego
1 hr 54 min
109 mi
Popular airports near San Francisco
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San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
San Francisco
18 min
11 mi
San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Oakland
26 min
11 mi
San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento
1 hr 33 min
78 mi
Frequently asked questions about flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
1 hr 15 min is the shortest flight time from Los Angeles to San Francisco.
When are the cheapest days to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
The cheapest days to fly are usually in April. Typical prices range from $65 to $145.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
The best round-trip deal recently found on Google Flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco was with Frontier from $48. The best one-way deal was with Frontier from $19.
When are direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco available?
There are direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco on a daily basis.
Which airlines have direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
United, Delta, Alaska, American, Southwest, Frontier and JetBlue fly direct from Los Angeles to San Francisco.
What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco starts at $48 from Thu, Sep 5 to Mon, Sep 9. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $19 and departs on Wed, Sep 4.
When should you visit San Francisco?
Apr–Dec is when most people visit San Francisco, with crowds peaking in summer. Although average temperatures are higher then, mornings and evenings often have damp, chilly fog. In summer, street fairs and cultural institutions offer free outdoor entertainment. Winter visitors will find the opera and ballet seasons in full swing. Major annual events include Chinese New Year (Feb), Bay to Breakers footrace (May), San Francisco Pride parade and festival (Jun), and San Francisco Fleet Week (Oct).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.
You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
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Popular trips from Los Angeles
Close dialog These suggestions are based on the cheapest fares to popular destinations in the next six months. Prices include required taxes + fees for 1 adult. Optional charges and bag fees may apply.
Honolulu
$254
Aug 23 — Aug 26
1 stop5 hr 45 minHawaiian
Chicago
$140
Aug 16 — Aug 18
1 stop6 hr 52 minFrontier
Seattle
$64
Aug 22 — Aug 26
Nonstop2 hr 48 minSpirit
Las Vegas
$43
Aug 24 — Aug 26
Nonstop1 hr 16 minFrontier
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