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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco from £42

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 4/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
16 Jul — 23 Jul1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to San Francisco are usually found in October or January, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 11 July 2025.

Round-trip from

£67

One-way from

£42

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£108

Good round-trip deal

£92 or less

Good one-way deal

£53 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 5/8-7/8
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 47m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 4/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 30m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (£19 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 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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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 11 July 2025.

Tue 5/818:20LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 18mDelta
Wed 6/818:50SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 9/7£67
Sun 10/806:25LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Wed 13/816:45SFO - LAX
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 10/7£68
Mon 4/806:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 28mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 7/822:07SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/7£75
Tue 12/822:35LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 22mAlaska Airlines
Sat 16/815:48SFO - LAX
1 stop5h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/7£79

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 July 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Los Angeles

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 5/8

06:00-07:28

Nonstop1h 28m

San Francisco

Thu 7/8

22:07-23:44

Nonstop1h 37m

£67

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sun 10/8

06:25-07:45

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 13/8

16:45-21:20

1 stop4h 35m

£68

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 4/8

06:00-07:28

Nonstop1h 28m

San Francisco

Thu 7/8

22:07-23:44

Nonstop1h 37m

£75

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 30/7

06:30-07:51

Nonstop1h 21m

San Francisco

Wed 6/8

20:50-22:28

Nonstop1h 38m

£77

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 4/9

05:10-10:40

1 stop5h 30m

£42

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 20/12

10:25-11:58

Nonstop1h 33m

£43

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 12/8

10:40-17:20

1 stop6h 40m

£50

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sun 3/8

06:30-07:51

Nonstop1h 21m

£54

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sun 23/11

07:00-08:29

Nonstop1h 29m

£58

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 9/7

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 27 June 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 35 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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 11 July 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 50% 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 6 July 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.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 11 July 2025.

The most flights from LAX to SFO are scheduled on a Friday (167 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (93 on average).

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 11 July 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.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very Good

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 25m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 139 outbound flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco offered by 5 different airlines.

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

  • 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 Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £67 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Hawaiian Airlines, starting at £68 and £75 round-trip. Delta is 36% 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 Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £42. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines 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 EVA Air (94%), Emirates (90%) or Qantas Airways (85%) 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 £124 for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is £36 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Francisco) is currently priced at £62.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 11 July 2025.
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FrontierCheapest£28Average£43FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapest£63Average£117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest£70Average£108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest£80Average£108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SouthwestCheapest£86Average£128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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