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Cheap Flight Deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco (LAX-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Recommended round-trip deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco.
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08:23 - 09:53LAX-SFO
1h 30mdirect
19:00 - 20:32SFO-LAX
1h 32mdirect
S$ 48Frontier
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Wed, 15 Jan - Wed, 29 Jan
08:23 - 09:53LAX-SFO
1h 30mdirect
19:00 - 20:32SFO-LAX
1h 32mdirect
S$ 56Frontier
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Wed, 15 Jan - Wed, 29 Jan
21:30 - 07:16LAX-SFO
9h 46m1 stop
19:00 - 20:32SFO-LAX
1h 32mdirect
S$ 98Frontier
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Wed, 15 Jan - Wed, 29 Jan
13:48 - 15:22LAX-SFO
1h 34mdirect
13:10 - 14:41SFO-LAX
1h 31mdirect
S$ 143United Airlines
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Thu, 16 Jan - Thu, 23 Jan
19:00 - 20:35LAX-SFO
1h 35mdirect
06:45 - 08:10SFO-LAX
1h 25mdirect
S$ 144Southwest
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Fri, 10 Jan - Sun, 12 Jan
16:05 - 17:33LAX-SFO
1h 28mdirect
13:31 - 15:02SFO-LAX
1h 31mdirect
S$ 159Delta
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Sat, 18 Jan - Tue, 21 Jan
06:00 - 07:30LAX-SFO
1h 30mdirect
10:37 - 12:08SFO-LAX
1h 31mdirect
S$ 161Alaska Airlines
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Fri, 17 Jan - Tue, 21 Jan
07:55 - 09:25LAX-SFO
1h 30mdirect
06:45 - 08:10SFO-LAX
1h 25mdirect
S$ 169Southwest
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Fri, 31 Jan - Sun, 2 Feb
19:55 - 21:21LAX-SFO
1h 26mdirect
12:53 - 19:15SFO-LAX
6h 22m1 stop
S$ 171Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 25 Jan - Wed, 5 Feb
21:59 - 23:30LAX-SFO
1h 31mdirect
20:35 - 22:13SFO-LAX
1h 38mdirect
S$ 173Delta
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Sat, 17 May - Mon, 19 May

Flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco, you should consider leaving on a Monday and avoid Thursdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Los Angeles, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Fridays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco is October, where tickets cost S$ 147 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is S$ 216 and S$ 214 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of S$ 165, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 10 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

August

Cheapest flight

S$ 48
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 11% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
Flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

When to book flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

  • Is Wi-Fi available at airports in Los Angeles and San Francisco?

    To cater to business and leisure travelers, LAX, San Francisco International Airport, and San Jose International Airport offer free wireless internet services.

  • What kind of dining options can I find at Los Angeles International Airport?

    With over 90 food and beverage outlets, LAX has something to suit your mood and preference. Enjoy a drink at the sophisticated Petrossian Caviar & Champagne Bar, dine on upscale French-Japanese fusion cuisine at Chaya, or grab a quick burger, frozen yoghurt, or coffee.

  • I’m traveling with kids. How can I keep them entertained at LAX?

    The LAX Beach is a beach-themed play area for children aged between 2 and 8 years old. Located at the Tom Bradley International Terminal, kids can play safely and burn off some energy before getting on a flight.

  • What are the public transport options from San Francisco International Airport to the center?

    BART operates a rapid rail service from San Francisco International Airport to San Francisco and the East Bay. Get the free AirTrain from any terminal to the SFO BART Station. SamTrans runs a bus service connecting the airport with San Mateo County and parts of San Francisco. A number of routes stop at the Airport terminals including SFO and ECR. The Caltrain Commuter Rail provides a rail service between San Francisco and San Jose. Take a SamTrans bus to Caltrain’s Millbrae Station to connect.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco was S$ 53 for a one-way ticket and S$ 35 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Delta, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Japan Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and San Francisco, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for S$ 97 or less one-way and S$ 339 or less round-trip.
  • Booking flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco? Depending on where you’re staying, you can choose from three airports to fly into to cut down on commuting time. San Francisco International Airport in located in San Mateo County, 13 miles south of the city center. This is a great choice if you’re staying in San Francisco or visiting Sonoma or Napa Valley. Oakland International Airport is 10 miles south of downtown Oakland and a good option if you’re traveling to Yosemite National Park or Lake Tahoe. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is located in San Jose, in the heart of Silicon Valley.
  • Flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco usually depart from Los Angeles Airport. If you want to do a little last-minute shopping before your flight, LAX rivals the top malls for shopping and has over 60 retail outlets, including international brands, gift shops, and newsstands.
  • To showcase the dynamic, creative spirit of Los Angeles, LAX has transformed many of its public spaces into art spaces with exhibitions and installations for the enjoyment of travelers. The 11 exhibition sites are located in Terminals 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, and the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
  • Before getting on your flight at Los Angeles International Airport, pamper yourself with a relaxing massage to improve your circulation. Manicures, pedicures, and other spa treatments are available at the XpresSpa, located at the Tom Bradley International Terminal and the Be Relax Spa in Terminal 1.
  • If flying stresses you out, the Pets Unstressing Passengers (PUP) Program at LAX gives you an opportunity to relax before your flight. Therapy dogs in red “pet me” vests can be found on the departure level of each terminal, accompanied by helpful handlers. Children and adults alike can cuddle and pat a friendly puppy for a few minutes before departing.
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Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to San Francisco

Monday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +35 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +36 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +33 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +34 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +35 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +36 more

Thursday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +36 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +37 more

Friday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +35 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +36 more

Saturday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +34 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +35 more

Sunday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +36 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +37 more

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Direct returns

San Francisco to Los Angeles

Monday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +36 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +37 more

Tuesday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +34 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +35 more

Wednesday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +35 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +36 more

Thursday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +36 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +37 more

Friday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +35 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +36 more

Saturday

ANA, Aeromexico, Air China, +36 more

ANA, Aeromexico, +37 more

Sunday

ANA, Aer Lingus, Aeromexico, +37 more

ANA, Aer Lingus, +38 more

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Top airline flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
6.1
FrontierOverall score based on 3475 reviews
6.4Boarding
4.9Food
5.7Comfort
4.7Entertainment
6.9Crew
Airline reviews

The takeoff was the smoothest I've ever experienced on any airline and this is the first time I've flown on frontier so this was an extremely pleasant surprise!

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, Dec 2024ONT - LAS
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The takeoff was the smoothest I've ever experienced on any airline and this is the first time I've flown on frontier so this was an extremely pleasant surprise!

A lady asked to stop the flight after the tunnel pulled away and we began to depart a flight that was already hours late. The attendance respectfully stopped the the plane and had the tunnel return. After the tunnel returned the passenger claimed to have changed her mind . The tunnel was then put in reverse and the passenger remained on the plane .. They should have sent the sick passenger off the plane like initially replaced. They existed a couple off the plane prior to that situation.. So.. all and all.. it was a long and flight.. .

With frontier you get what you pay for. The flight was two hours late. It’s a tight fit for the number of people they bring but you get to where you’re going cheap. Sometimes that’s more important than a nifty drink and cool TV..

Charges unexpected. For seat that didnt recline. Please reverse extra seat and carryon charge. Bad business that is a bait and switch.

We had an awful experience getting our bags checked in. Frontier’s check in on the app manipulated us into buying the business package because that was the only option available for a checked bag which included two checked bags per person which we did not need. Upon arriving to the airport, we stood in line for what seemed like forever at the baggage check in and there was no one available at the counter. We were first in line and we were afraid we were going to miss our flight due to the baggage attendant being late. After realizing there were a lot of other people waiting at the baggage check in and no one available. I reached out to Frontier and could not get any customer service so I had to call the airport to page the baggage attendant to send someone to the counter to check in our bags before we were able to go through security , I finally spoke to the attendant at the counter and explained to her that we had to pay for two checked bags person a total of six bags when we only had a total of three bags between three people she said to reach out to Frontier and they would issue a refund for the three bags that we paid for and did not need. I reached out to Frontier which I was not able to reach anybody by phone so I had to go through their automated chat feature, which sent me around in circles until I finally reached a representative to assist me. I explained to them what happened and they explained that they were not able to assist me. I continued to push the issue with them as this was very frustrating and they finally put in a customer service ticket where we were issued a flight credit and we were so disappointed because after this experience, we NEVER want to fly Frontier again, and we do not want a credit that we will not use. Frontier charged us almost $500 for us to check three bags which is absolutely absurd! The customer service agents were not able to offer anything else other than a flight credit and I do not feel like my frustrations were truly heard , we will never use Frontier Airlines again ! Truly Theft by Manipulation! They should be ashamed!

I couldn’t check in because the app didn’t work. It took 3 Frontier employees at the counter to get me checked in. Flight left 3 hours after departure time

While booking it was not obvious that I had to pay for carryon. Realized it only during check-in. Overall, meh!

Stop changing gates at sfo. When you are elderly going back for it’s not fun.

We understand and comply with Frontier’s bag sizes. We’ve had some problems in past while having to await other passengers who do not understand the baggage restrictions or have not prepaid and that is usually our biggest concern (others delaying us) with flying Frontier. Flying OUT of ONT, however, has always been a great experience. I’ve also noted even on delayed Frontier flights very knowledgeable pilots who manage expectations well.

There was no easy way to check in. I don't want to install an app to checkin. I will use alaska from now on because they have a web check in method that is easy.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
8-2Sat
directAlaska Airlines
1h 26mLAX-SFO
S$ 72
22-1Wed
directAlaska Airlines
1h 30mLAX-SFO
S$ 80
7-2Fri
directAlaska Airlines
1h 28mLAX-SFO
S$ 90
14-2Fri
directDelta
1h 32mLAX-SFO
S$ 94
20-1Mon
directSouthwest
1h 30mLAX-SFO
S$ 97
16-6Mon
directUnited Airlines
1h 26mLAX-SFO
S$ 102
8-2Sat
directDelta
1h 28mLAX-SFO
S$ 121
30-12Mon
directUnited Airlines
1h 34mLAX-SFO
S$ 124
1-6Sun
directSouthwest
1h 25mLAX-SFO
S$ 129
14-1Tue
1 stopJetBlue
12h 45mLAX-SFO
S$ 335

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Last minute flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that are departing in the next 10 days.
25-12Wed
directAlaska Airlines
1h 30mLAX-SFO
15-1Wed
multi-stopAlaska Airlines
6h 22mSFO-LAX
S$ 235
24-12Tue
directDelta
1h 28mLAX-SFO
29-12Sun
directDelta
1h 32mSFO-LAX
S$ 267
21-12Sat
directAlaska Airlines
1h 34mLAX-SFO
8-1Wed
directAlaska Airlines
1h 28mSFO-LAX
S$ 271
22-12Sun
directAlaska Airlines
1h 30mLAX-SFO
25-12Wed
directAlaska Airlines
1h 39mSFO-LAX
S$ 280
25-12Wed
directSouthwest
1h 25mLAX-SFO
25-12Wed
directSouthwest
1h 25mSFO-LAX
S$ 282
25-12Wed
directAlaska Airlines
1h 33mLAX-SFO
25-12Wed
directAlaska Airlines
1h 30mSFO-LAX
S$ 284
24-12Tue
directDelta
1h 27mLAX-SFO
26-12Thu
directDelta
1h 29mSFO-LAX
S$ 287
22-12Sun
directSouthwest
1h 25mLAX-SFO
27-12Fri
directSouthwest
1h 25mSFO-LAX
S$ 288
22-12Sun
directUnited Airlines
1h 34mLAX-SFO
22-12Sun
directUnited Airlines
1h 31mSFO-LAX
S$ 295
22-12Sun
directUnited Airlines
1h 34mLAX-SFO
23-12Mon
directUnited Airlines
1h 31mSFO-LAX
S$ 314

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