Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Los Angeles?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £87 to £184. The lowest price recently found on this route was £82.

Question 1

How often are flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between San Francisco and Los Angeles have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 121 minutes.

Question 2

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

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Question 3

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Los Angeles on average per week?

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As of December 2025, there are 885 flights per week flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 4

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £87 to £184.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £82.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Los Angeles flights are approximately 14% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 6

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 7

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 8

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Delta, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Question 9

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Los Angeles flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 10

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Los Angeles on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between San Francisco and Los Angeles is 126 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 15:00, with 43% of daily flights leaving at midday.

Question 11

How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around £129 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco for as low as £85 on momondo.

Question 12

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

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

Question 13

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Los Angeles is in the evening. Flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles during this time can be as low as £117. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are £175 on average. Flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

Question 14

Which airlines fly to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Los Angeles from San Francisco according to our data. Alaska Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Los Angeles. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Los Angeles on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 15

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?

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The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Los Angeles is on a Saturday. Travellers who choose to depart for Los Angeles on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as £124. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around £748. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Los Angeles.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

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The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from San Francisco, with most prices found around £93. If you aren’t able to travel to Los Angeles during the month of January, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of £117.

Question 17

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

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

Question 18

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Airport?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Airport.

Question 20

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Los Angeles Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Los Angeles Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?

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

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

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

As of December 2025, prices for San Francisco to Los Angeles flights are approximately 14% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Francisco to Los Angeles?

Delta, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Which airlines fly to Los Angeles?

How often are flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles delayed?

Historically, on average around 14% of flights between San Francisco and Los Angeles have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 121 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Francisco to Los Angeles flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the early afternoon have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Francisco to Los Angeles flights?

According to our data, United Airlines have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Los Angeles on average per day?

The number of flights available between San Francisco and Los Angeles is 126 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 15:00, with 43% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from San Francisco to Los Angeles on average per week?

As of December 2025, there are 885 flights per week flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

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