$44 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $44 for one-way flights and $88 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Mon, Apr 28 - Tue, Apr 29
SFO
San Francisco
LAX
Los Angeles
$88 Roundtrip, just found
$88
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Apr 28 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Apr 29, priced at $88 just found
Frontier Airlines
Thu, Jul 3 - Sat, Jul 5
SFO
San Francisco
LAX
Los Angeles
$98 Roundtrip, just found
$98
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 3 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Jul 5, priced at $98 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sat, Apr 19 - Wed, Apr 23
SFO
San Francisco
LAX
Los Angeles
$103 Roundtrip, just found
$103
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 19 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Apr 23, priced at $103 just found
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Thu, Aug 14
SFO
San Francisco
LAX
Los Angeles
$110 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$110
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $110 found 1 day ago
United
Wed, Apr 23 - Sat, Apr 26
SFO
San Francisco
LAX
Los Angeles
$113 Roundtrip, just found
$113
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Apr 23 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Apr 26, priced at $113 just found
United
Wed, Jun 4 - Tue, Jun 10
SFO
San Francisco
LAX
Los Angeles
$115 Roundtrip, just found
$115
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, Jun 4 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $115 just found
United
Wed, May 7 - Wed, May 14
SFO
San Francisco
LAX
Los Angeles
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select United flight, departing Wed, May 7 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, returning Wed, May 14, priced at $117 just found
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Apr 23 - Wed, Apr 30
SFO
San Francisco
LAX
Los Angeles
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 23 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Apr 30, priced at $117 just found
American Airlines
Sat, Apr 19 - Wed, Apr 23
SFO
San Francisco
LAX
Los Angeles
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Apr 19 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Apr 23, priced at $117 just found
Delta
Sat, Apr 19 - Wed, Apr 23
SFO
San Francisco
LAX
Los Angeles
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Apr 19 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Apr 23, priced at $117 just found
Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$82
Distance
337 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 27 mins

San Francisco to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles

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 San Francisco to Los Angeles are during the month of April. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

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

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles: 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 San Francisco to Los Angeles

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 San Francisco to Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $44 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 San Francisco to Los Angeles 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 San Francisco to Los Angeles 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 long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to LAX?
Alaska Airlines has a direct flight setting off from San Francisco Airport at 9:45PM and arriving at LAX at 11:11PM — a total flight duration of 1 hour and 26 minutes. Secure the seat that’s perfect for you, bring some things to keep you amused and the time will fly by.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to LAX last minute?
Booking your flight from San Francisco Airport to LAX last minute could save you a nice sum if you’re lucky to find an amazing deal. However, fares usually don’t come down in price as the departure date nears. If you hold off, flights could also be booked out or the best seats gone (that could mean the middle seat!). If you don’t want to hedge your bets, book well in advance of when you want to leave. In fact, you can find some of the biggest deals up to 12 months in advance. If your favorite airline hasn’t released its airfares yet, check back regularly as offers are constantly updated on Expedia.
What airline has the least delays from San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
If you’d prefer not to be waiting around for hours — or worse, have your vacation plans ruined due to a flight delay — pick United Airlines. Around 92% of its San Francisco Airport to LAX services arrive on schedule. You can check your flight status before leaving for the airport through the Expedia App. It’ll also give you real-time alerts about things like gate changes, baggage carousel numbers and directions to your hotel. Everything you need to know is right there in your pocket!
What airports do you fly into for Los Angeles from San Francisco?
With Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB) and Bob Hope Airport (BUR) to pick from, getting from San Francisco to Los Angeles is a snap. The city’s main terminal, Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), is about 11 mi southwest of the center. Apart from the price of fares, consider factors like public transportation options from the airport and the distance to your hotel when choosing where to fly into. Get your Los Angeles vacation off to a terrific start by exploring University of Southern California and TCL Chinese Theatre.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to LAX?
The most popular departure times for journeys from San Francisco Airport to LAX are between 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM on American Airlines. It’s a good idea to depart in the morning. The earlier you travel, the greater your chances of a delay-free flight as air traffic hasn’t yet built up around airports.
Can I change the date of my flight from SFO to LAX?
Quickly and easily make changes to your San Francisco Airport to LAX journey through the Expedia Trips portal. Before making any amendments, review the conditions in your itinerary to see what the airline will allow you to do and if charges apply. Some airlines have a change fee per person, in addition to any difference in airfares. However, if you booked in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel for free and arrange new flights. You can also find your way to our Customer Service portal for further information and to connect with our Virtual Agent.
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