Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco from £43

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
16 Jan — 23 Jan1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to San Francisco are usually found in January or February, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 December 2025.

Thu 25/1218:10LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 20/109:10SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/12£80
Wed 24/1218:10LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Wed 31/1210:35SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/12£102
Thu 25/1218:58LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sat 3/121:30SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 16/12£116
Wed 24/1220:20LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 47mAlaska Airlines
Wed 7/108:24SFO - LAX
1 stop3h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 16/12£117
Sat 27/1218:58LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Mon 29/1221:30SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 16/12£128
Wed 24/1219:13LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 27/1220:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12£134
Tue 30/1206:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 28mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/107:25SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/12£137
Wed 24/1220:20LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 47mAlaska Airlines
Sun 28/1206:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/12£141
Wed 24/1218:10LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Sun 28/1207:25SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 15/12£143
Fri 26/1218:58LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Mon 29/1221:30SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Deal found 16/12£145
Tue 16/1220:13LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/108:22SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 16/12£147

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 17 December 2025.

Round-trip from

£69

One-way from

£43

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£135

Good round-trip deal

£92 or less

Good one-way deal

£50 or less
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 31/1-31/1
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 04m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 7/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 05m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (£9 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£3 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that are best for you.

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Price

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 4/2

19:55-21:25

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 7/2

07:30-09:02

Nonstop1h 32m

£80

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 7/1

07:50-09:20

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 7/1

11:10-16:15

1 stop5h 05m

£80

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 14/1

09:38-11:13

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Wed 21/1

11:17-12:52

Nonstop1h 35m

£80

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 3/3

13:37-15:03

Nonstop1h 26m

San Francisco

Sat 7/3

13:08-14:40

Nonstop1h 32m

£87

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 21/1

06:00-07:30

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Fri 23/1

05:55-07:25

Nonstop1h 30m

£98

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Fri 6/2

19:55-21:25

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Sat 7/2

16:03-17:37

Nonstop1h 34m

£98

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 29/1

16:20-17:47

Nonstop1h 27m

San Francisco

Sat 31/1

16:03-17:29

Nonstop1h 26m

£98

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 14/1

05:45-14:35

2 stops8h 50m

San Francisco

Wed 21/1

17:35-19:00

Nonstop1h 25m

£98

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 7/1

07:50-09:20

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Wed 14/1

05:30-13:50

2 stops8h 20m

£98

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 13/1

05:45-12:05

2 stops6h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 13/1

17:35-19:00

Nonstop1h 25m

£98

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 71 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of £19). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of £49). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 40% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 13 December 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 17 December 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, andDelta from Los Angeles to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Nov 2025

LAX - LIH

The staff were exceptional! They all were kind, accommodating, and professional.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    To fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco, you need to book a flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO). Nonstop flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles take 1h 23m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 57 outbound flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco offered by 5 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route?

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

    For as low as £69, Alaska Airlines can have you in San Francisco from Los Angeles in 1h 30m. The distance between Los Angeles and San Francisco is about 338 mi. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to San Francisco is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £18 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at £40 and £70 round-trip. Frontier is 85% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £14. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Los Angeles to San Francisco for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Consider Aer Lingus (92%), Emirates (82%) or Avianca (78%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    On average you can expect to pay £120 for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is £44 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Francisco) is currently priced at £64.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of £19). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of £49). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest£27Average£46FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapest£70Average£136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest£70Average£110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest£87Average£133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SouthwestCheapest£87Average£132FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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