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Flights Los Angeles — San Francisco

Los Angeles
LAX
San Francisco
SFO

Cheap flights Los Angeles — San Francisco

Below you can see the best deals on Los Angeles — San Francisco flights for the upcoming dates. Compare direct and connecting flights from different airlines and pick the ticket that suits you best.

The lowest price in the next 2 months is on August 5 — from 2 325 ₽.

Top 10 cheap flights Los Angeles — San Francisco

Direct flights Los Angeles — San Francisco

Offers on non-stop flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco for the upcoming dates. A direct flight is faster and more convenient — especially when travelling with luggage or children.

The fastest non-stop flight is operated by Southwest Airlines — about 1 h 15 m in the air.

Top 10 direct flights Los Angeles — San Francisco

About the Los Angeles — San Francisco flight

On this page, you can find and book flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The flight distance between these cities is only 559 km, and high flight frequency provides around 248 flights per week.

Flights are operated by airlines such as United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Frontier Airlines. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the price chart to choose the best option, and check out the information on how to get to the departure airport and from the arrival airport.

Flight schedule Los Angeles — San Francisco

The table shows direct flights Los Angeles → San Francisco for the selected date. The flight takes about 1h 15m. Regular flights are operated by Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta. Departures from Los Angeles International Airport and Ontario International Airport, arrivals at San Francisco International Airport.

Each row shows: local departure time, destination city and airport, flight number with airline, terminal or gate and status. Click a flight to open its details and switch to search. To view another day, change the date above the table.

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When to fly

The warmest time in San Francisco is September, with an average high of 24.4°C. The coolest and rainiest weather occurs in December and January, when temperatures drop to 7.2°C and precipitation reaches its peak.

The lowest airfares are recorded in July and August, with flights starting from 2 398 ₽. The most expensive month to plan a trip is April, when ticket prices start from 5 776 ₽.

July and August are the best times to fly: this period offers the lowest prices and the driest weather. It is recommended to avoid December if you want to save money and avoid frequent winter precipitation.

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Flight prices by day Los Angeles — San Francisco

Below is the calendar of lowest prices for Los Angeles — San Francisco flights by day. Pick a convenient date and see the fare instantly. The cheapest flights on this route start at 2,325 RUB in August, the most expensive reach around 5,602 RUB in April. If your dates are flexible, the calendar helps you pick the lowest fare for the period you need. To view round-trip prices, switch to the “Round-trip” tab above the calendar and pick a departure date — the right-side calendar will then highlight the lowest return fares for each day.

 
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How to book Los Angeles — San Francisco flights smarter

  • Book your tickets at least 3–4 weeks in advance to catch offers starting from 2 398 ₽.
  • Compare fares from the low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines with offers from United or Delta, keeping in mind that budget airlines almost always charge extra for baggage.
  • Choose flights from Tuesday to Thursday — midweek travel is often cheaper than flying on Friday or Sunday.
  • Use the low-price calendar on this page to easily compare flight costs for nearby dates.

Airlines

Numerous carriers operate on the Los Angeles — San Francisco route, including industry leaders like United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, and Frontier Airlines. Approximately 248 direct flights are operated weekly, ensuring a wide selection of departure times throughout the day. A detailed schedule by day of the week and the terms for each airline are provided in the list below.

  • Alaska Airlines
    Alaska AirlinesAS
    66/wk
    WebsiteFleet: 31545 M pax/yr
    • Direct flight LAX → SFO66/wk
      Ave. duration
      1h 25m
      Days
      MoTuWeThFrSaSu
  • United Airlines
    United AirlinesUA
    51/wk
    WebsiteFleet: 956165 M pax/yr
    • Direct flight LAX → SFO39/wk
      Ave. duration
      1h 33m
      Days
      MoTuWeThFrSaSu
    • Direct flight ONT → SFO12/wk
      Ave. duration
      1h 29m
      Days
      MoTuWeThFrSaSu
  • American Airlines
    American AirlinesAA
    22/wk
    WebsiteFleet: 965211 M pax/yr
    • Direct flight LAX → SFO22/wk
      Ave. duration
      1h 32m
      Days
      MoTuWeThFrSaSu
  • Delta
    DeltaDL
    21/wk
    WebsiteFleet: 986190 M pax/yr
    • Direct flight LAX → SFO21/wk
      Ave. duration
      1h 26m
      Days
      MoTuWeThFrSaSu
  • Southwest Airlines
    Southwest AirlinesWN
    20/wk
    WebsiteFleet: 817140 M pax/yr
    • Direct flight LAX → SFO20/wk
      Ave. duration
      1h 20m
      Days
      MoTuWeThFrSaSu
  • Frontier Airlines
    Frontier AirlinesF9
    9/wk
    WebsiteFleet: 15329 M pax/yr
    • Direct flight LAX → SFO5/wk
    • Direct flight ONT → SFO5/wk
      Ave. duration
      1h 32m
      Days
      MoTuWeThFrSaSu
  • Qatar Airways
    Qatar AirwaysQR
    7/wk
    WebsiteFleet: 26640 M pax/yr
    • Direct flight LAX → SFO7/wk
      Ave. duration
      1h 27m
      Days
      MoTuWeThFrSaSu
  • WestJet
    WestJetWS
    7/wk
    WebsiteFleet: 15325 M pax/yr
    • Direct flight LAX → SFO7/wk
      Ave. duration
      1h 29m
      Days
      MoTuWeThFrSaSu
  • Condor
    CondorDE
    5/wk
    WebsiteFleet: 508.5 M pax/yr
    • Direct flight LAX → SFO5/wk
      Ave. duration
      1h 26m
      Days
      MoTuWeThFrSaSu
  • Air Tahiti Nui
    Air Tahiti NuiTN
    4/wk
    WebsiteFleet: 4450k pax/yr
    • Direct flight LAX → SFO4/wk
      Ave. duration
      1h 25m
      Days
      MoTuWeThFrSaSu
  • British Airways
    British AirwaysBA
    3/wk
    WebsiteFleet: 29243 M pax/yr
    • Direct flight LAX → SFO3/wk
      Ave. duration
      1h 32m
      Days
      MoTuWeThFrSaSu
  • China Airlines
    China AirlinesCI
    2/wk
    WebsiteFleet: 849.6 M pax/yr
    • Direct flight LAX → SFO2/wk
      Ave. duration
      1h 23m
      Days
      MoTuWeThFrSaSu

Cities and airports on the Los Angeles — San Francisco route

Flights Los Angeles — San Francisco depart from Los Angeles International Airport and Ontario International Airport and land at San Francisco International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries and airports on this route: airlines, schedules and travel guides.

Departure

Los Angeles

LAX
United States
Arrival

San Francisco

SFO
United States
Departure airports
  • Los Angeles International AirportLAX
  • Ontario International AirportONT
Arrival airports
  • San Francisco International AirportSFO

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FAQ: Los Angeles — San Francisco flights

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

The distance between the cities is 559 km; the average travel time on a direct flight is approximately 1 hour and 15 minutes.

Which airlines fly this route?

Regular flights are operated by United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, and other carriers (about 20 companies in total).

Are there direct flights?

Yes, a large number of direct flights are available on this route — a total of about 248 departures per week.

How much is the cheapest ticket?

Ticket prices change constantly depending on demand. You can check the current minimum for specific dates in the low-price calendar on this page.

When is the best time to buy flight tickets?

To get the best price, we recommend searching for tickets in advance—ideally one month before the trip—and choosing weekday departures.

Which airport does the flight arrive at?

Most flights from Los Angeles (LAX) arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO).