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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco from £38

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Southwest Logo
06:15 - 07:40LAX-SFO
1h 25mdirect
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07:30 - 09:00SFO-LAX
1h 30mdirect
£61Southwest
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Tue, 14 Oct - Thu, 16 Oct
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06:15 - 07:40LAX-SFO
1h 25mdirect
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05:30 - 10:40SFO-LAX
5h 10m1 stop
£62Southwest
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Tue, 7 Oct - Wed, 8 Oct
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20:55 - 22:20LAX-SFO
1h 25mdirect
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17:15 - 18:45SFO-LAX
1h 30mdirect
£64Southwest
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Thu, 13 Nov - Sat, 15 Nov
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14:45 - 16:14LAX-SFO
1h 29mdirect
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19:55 - 21:35SFO-LAX
1h 40mdirect
£70Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 28 Feb - Sat, 28 Feb
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12:30 - 13:59LAX-SFO
1h 29mdirect
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11:00 - 12:40SFO-LAX
1h 40mdirect
£71Hawaiian Airlines
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Tue, 24 Feb - Wed, 25 Feb
Delta Logo
20:45 - 22:12LAX-SFO
1h 27mdirect
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06:00 - 07:30SFO-LAX
1h 30mdirect
£72Delta
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Tue, 13 Jan - Wed, 28 Jan
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10:25 - 12:01LAX-SFO
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08:55 - 10:29SFO-LAX
1h 34mdirect
£72Delta
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07:00 - 08:29LAX-SFO
1h 29mdirect
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14:55 - 16:35SFO-LAX
1h 40mdirect
£78Alaska Airlines
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Mon, 19 Jan - Wed, 21 Jan
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22:34 - 23:59LAX-SFO
1h 25mdirect
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06:00 - 07:32SFO-LAX
1h 32mdirect
£86Hawaiian Airlines
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Tue, 30 Sep - Thu, 9 Oct
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09:07 - 10:43LAX-SFO
1h 36mdirect
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07:10 - 00:27SFO-LAX
17h 17m1 stop
£93Frontier
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Southwest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Our best Southwest deals on Los Angeles to San Francisco flight tickets
Southwest
14 Oct
LAX06:15Los Angeles
1h 25m
SFO07:40San Francisco
16 Oct
SFO07:30San Francisco
1h 30m
LAX09:00Los Angeles
£61
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Southwest
7 Oct
LAX06:15Los Angeles
1h 25m
SFO07:40San Francisco
8 Oct
SFO05:30San Francisco
5h 10m
1 stop
LAX10:40Los Angeles
£62
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Southwest
13 Nov
LAX20:55Los Angeles
1h 25m
SFO22:20San Francisco
15 Nov
SFO17:15San Francisco
1h 30m
LAX18:45Los Angeles
£64
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Alaska Airlines flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

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Alaska Airlines
28 Feb
LAX14:45Los Angeles
1h 29m
SFO16:14San Francisco
28 Feb
SFO19:55San Francisco
1h 40m
LAX21:35Los Angeles
£70
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Alaska Airlines
19 Jan
LAX07:00Los Angeles
1h 29m
SFO08:29San Francisco
21 Jan
SFO14:55San Francisco
1h 40m
LAX16:35Los Angeles
£78
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Alaska Airlines
10 Dec
LAX18:51Los Angeles
1h 26m
SFO20:17San Francisco
3 Jan
SFO08:22San Francisco
1h 44m
LAX10:06Los Angeles
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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, momondo users made 279,928 searches. Data last updated 12 September 2025.
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LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 14/10

06:15-07:40

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 16/10

07:30-09:00

Nonstop1h 30m

£61

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 7/10

06:15-07:40

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 8/10

05:30-10:40

1 stop5h 10m

£62

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 13/11

20:55-22:20

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 15/11

17:15-18:45

Nonstop1h 30m

£64

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 28/2

14:45-16:14

Nonstop1h 29m

San Francisco

Sat 28/2

19:55-21:35

Nonstop1h 40m

£70

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 24/2

12:30-13:59

Nonstop1h 29m

San Francisco

Wed 25/2

11:00-12:40

Nonstop1h 40m

£71

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 13/1

20:45-22:12

Nonstop1h 27m

San Francisco

Wed 28/1

06:00-07:30

Nonstop1h 30m

£72

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 24/2

10:25-12:01

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Wed 25/2

08:55-10:29

Nonstop1h 34m

£72

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 19/1

07:00-08:29

Nonstop1h 29m

San Francisco

Wed 21/1

14:55-16:35

Nonstop1h 40m

£78

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 30/9

22:34-23:59

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 9/10

06:00-07:32

Nonstop1h 32m

£86

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 29/9

09:07-10:43

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Tue 30/9

07:10-00:27

1 stop17h 17m

£93

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Los Angeles, with most prices found around £83. If you are unable to visit San Francisco during the month of October, then departing from Los Angeles during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around £88.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £86. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around £316. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Francisco is at midday. Flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco during this time can be as low as £80. Try not to purchase tickets in the evening because they tend to be around £184. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around £109 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles for as low as £84 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to San Francisco flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Los Angeles to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Los Angeles to San Francisco flights are approximately 25% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Los Angeles to San Francisco (LAX to SFO) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Best price found

£37

Fastest flight time

1h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is £37. The best return flight deal from Los Angeles to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £79.
The fastest flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco takes 1h 20m
Direct flights go from Los Angeles to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)
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  • How far is Los Angeles to San Francisco by plane?

    There are 345.0 mi between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Typically, this will take 1h 20m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

  • What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Best airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco with momondo
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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom £27Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,177 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom £56Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,960 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom £70Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom £84Free CancellationRating
8.0
10,000 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom £86Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,248 reviews
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  • Alaska Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to San Francisco

    Alaska Airlines operates around 37 flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been £148, but momondo users have found Alaska Airlines deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco from as low as £113 round-trip. Alaska Airlines has been scored 8.0/10 in 10,000 reviews.

  • Southwest Flights From Los Angeles to San Francisco

    The best Southwest deal for Los Angeles to San Francisco flight tickets found on momondo in the last 72 hours was £117, round-trip. It should be noted that an average Southwest flight deal for this route in this time was higher, at £170 round-trip. Southwest operates 18 flights out of Los Angeles into San Francisco in an average week, so prices vary by time and availability. 4,248 Southwest reviews by users on momondo have scored the airline at 8.0/10.

Travelling to a place near San Francisco?

Book flights to San Francisco if you plan to visit one of these locations
Carmel-by-the-Sea
Santa Clara
Seaside
Vacaville
Salinas
Rohnert Park
Campbell
Sunnyvale
Milpitas
San Ramon
South San Francisco
Capitola
Sonoma
San Bruno
Sausalito
Millbrae
Santa Cruz
Woodland
Redwood City
Burlingame

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Finding the right flight to San Francisco from Los Angeles is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognisable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to San Francisco quick and easy, saving you time and money.

Can I find flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

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