$29 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Popular airlines from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. (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 $29 for one-way flights and $54 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Southwest Airlines
United
Alaska Airlines
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Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)

January is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $48 - $137 per traveler.

Alternative airports near Los Angeles

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $29 or cheap return flight from $54 from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
January is the least expensive month to fly from SFO to LAX. Avoiding peak travel times is often the key to scoring lower fares.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
You can catch a nonstop flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with 6 carriers, including:

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

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines are popular airlines offering reasonable fares. Keep in mind that flight prices from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) can change based on demand, seasonality and time of booking. With Expedia's search tool, you can easily find a SFO to LAX flight that matches your preferences and budget.
How many flights per day from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
When departing from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), you'll have your pick from an average of 31 daily direct flights to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Flights between SFO and LAX are busiest at 7 PM. If you'd like a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper tickets, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SFO to LAX?
If you depart on a Sunday, you'll get the biggest range of options for flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the earliest flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The first flight of the day taking off from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at around 6:00AM UTC-8. Board this flight and you'll land at Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) at approximately 7:33AM UTC-8. The total flight duration is 1h 33m.
How long does it take to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Flights from SFO to LAX have an average travel time of 1 hour and 31 minutes. The distance between these two airports is 340 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SFO to LAX?
Consider booking with Frontier Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) without any interruptions. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 88%. Want to be notified if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
To avoid potential delays on the San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) route, fly before 3 PM. Flights 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 Los Angeles from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Take a direct flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles and land at any one of these hubs:

  • Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA)
  • Bob Hope Airport (BUR)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SFO to LAX just before your trip is usually more expensive. But if there's some wiggle room with your travel times and dates, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SFO to LAX flight and hotel package?
Booking a SFO to LAX flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels in one place. Select from our impressive range of stays and then add activities, car rentals and flights to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Generally, it's possible to reschedule or cancel your SFO to LAX flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

Travel information

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
$54
Distance
337 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 26 mins

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