$49 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $49 for one-way flights and $80 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Aug 21 - Sat, Sep 6
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$80 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$80
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 21 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $80 found 4 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Jul 21 - Thu, Aug 21
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$84 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$84
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jul 21 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Thu, Aug 21, priced at $84 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 1 - Fri, Aug 22
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$89 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$89
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 1 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Fri, Aug 22, priced at $89 found 1 day ago
Bargain Flight
Tue, Aug 19 - Tue, Aug 19
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$101 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$101
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Tue, Aug 19, priced at $101 found 3 days ago
Delta
Wed, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 24
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$102 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $102 found 5 hours ago
United
Wed, Sep 24 - Wed, Sep 24
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$102 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $102 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Sat, Aug 23 - Sat, Aug 23
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$102 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $102 found 11 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Sep 19 - Fri, Sep 19
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$102 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$102
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 19 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Fri, Sep 19, priced at $102 found 2 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Jul 25 - Sat, Jul 26
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$106 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$106
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jul 25 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Sat, Jul 26, priced at $106 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 22 - Mon, Sep 22
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
$106 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$106
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 22 from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $106 found 2 days ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $48 - $157 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$79
Distance
337 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 21 mins

Los Angeles to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $49 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Los Angeles to San Francisco flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Los Angeles to San Francisco airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
You can land cheap return flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) starting from $57. Snag a seat and take off on your trip. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Frontier Airlines flight leaving LAX on July 30 2025 and touching down at SFO. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from LAX to SFO?
To land a cheap ticket, search for direct flights from LAX to SFO leaving in August. You can find a one-way Frontier Airlines flight for $31 leaving on August 28 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 3 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
When leaving Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), 6 carriers can take you directly to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) without a layover, including:

  • United Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • Delta Air Lines
  • American Airlines
  • Southwest Airlines

What is the cheapest airline that flies from LAX to SFO?
Travel from LAX to SFO with Frontier Airlines. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way ticket for this route, starting from $31. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from LAX on August 28 2025. Prices were last updated on July 3 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Every day on average, 31 nonstop flights operate from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Choose the departure date that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
More passengers fly between LAX and SFO at 8 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it's quieter? Travel outside of rush hours and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from LAX to SFO?
Thursday offers the most flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Consider jetting off on this day and you'll have the best chance of finding a departure that works with your plans.
What is the earliest flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The earliest flight taking off from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is at around 6:00AM UTC-8. Board this flight and you'll touch down at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) at approximately 7:32AM UTC-8. The entire trip takes 1h 32m.
How long does it take to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights from LAX to SFO have an average travel time of 1 hour and 31 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 340 mi.
What airline has the least delays from LAX to SFO?
Aeromexico has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), with an on-time score of 100%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight schedule before you go and get immediate updates about any changes.
What is the best time to fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To avoid potential delays on the Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) route, travel before 3 PM. Departures after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) has direct flights to San Francisco. Here are some of the airports you can fly to without layovers:

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your departure to book a ticket from LAX to SFO generally means paying more. Although you may find some last-minute deals, they aren't always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary for a better chance of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a LAX to SFO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a LAX to SFO flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. Better still, managing everything in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and choose from our extensive range of stays, then tailor your trip with extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
In most instances, you can cancel or modify your LAX to SFO flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you need more information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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