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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles from £40

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22:10 - 23:41SFO-LAX
1h 31mdirect
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17:55 - 19:26LAX-SFO
1h 31mdirect
£60Frontier
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Thu, 4 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec
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22:10 - 23:41SFO-LAX
1h 31mdirect
Frontier Logo
17:55 - 19:26LAX-SFO
1h 31mdirect
£72Frontier
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Sat, 6 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec
Frontier Logo
22:10 - 23:41SFO-LAX
1h 31mdirect
Frontier Logo
20:51 - 07:53LAX-SFO
11h 02m1 stop
£75Frontier
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Sat, 6 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec
Frontier Logo
22:10 - 23:41SFO-LAX
1h 31mdirect
Frontier Logo
17:55 - 19:26LAX-SFO
1h 31mdirect
£78Frontier
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Thu, 4 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec
Frontier Logo
22:10 - 23:41SFO-LAX
1h 31mdirect
Frontier Logo
20:51 - 07:53LAX-SFO
11h 02m1 stop
£82Frontier
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Thu, 4 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec
Frontier Logo
22:10 - 23:41SFO-LAX
1h 31mdirect
Frontier Logo
20:51 - 07:53LAX-SFO
11h 02m1 stop
£83Frontier
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Thu, 4 Dec - Sun, 7 Dec
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15:17 - 16:44SFO-LAX
1h 27mdirect
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18:49 - 20:15LAX-SFO
1h 26mdirect
£85Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 3 Dec
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18:50 - 20:20SFO-LAX
1h 30mdirect
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21:35 - 23:05LAX-SFO
1h 30mdirect
£85United Airlines
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Sat, 13 Dec - Sat, 13 Dec
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18:55 - 20:25SFO-LAX
1h 30mdirect
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19:00 - 20:24LAX-SFO
1h 24mdirect
£89Delta
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Sat, 13 Dec - Mon, 15 Dec
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18:55 - 20:25SFO-LAX
1h 30mdirect
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16:20 - 17:40LAX-SFO
1h 20mdirect
£90Delta
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Frontier flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Our best Frontier deals on San Francisco to Los Angeles flight tickets
Frontier
1 Dec
SFO20:53San Francisco
1h 27m
LAX22:20Los Angeles
19 Dec
LAX18:58Los Angeles
1h 32m
SFO20:30San Francisco
£65
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Frontier
6 Dec
SFO22:10San Francisco
1h 31m
LAX23:41Los Angeles
7 Dec
LAX17:55Los Angeles
1h 31m
SFO19:26San Francisco
£72
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Frontier
6 Dec
SFO22:10San Francisco
1h 31m
LAX23:41Los Angeles
7 Dec
LAX20:51Los Angeles
11h 02m
1 stop
SFO07:53San Francisco
£75
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Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on San Francisco to Los Angeles flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
3 Feb
SFO07:30San Francisco
1h 32m
LAX09:02Los Angeles
3 Feb
LAX11:00Los Angeles
1h 30m
SFO12:30San Francisco
£85
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Alaska Airlines
4 Dec
SFO11:40San Francisco
1h 33m
LAX13:13Los Angeles
4 Dec
LAX15:59Los Angeles
1h 34m
SFO17:33San Francisco
£107
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Alaska Airlines
3 Dec
SFO07:35San Francisco
7h 45m
1 stop
LAX15:20Los Angeles
3 Dec
LAX18:49Los Angeles
1h 26m
SFO20:15San Francisco
£111
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Customise your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles 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 13 November 2025.
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SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Thu 4/12

22:10-23:41

Nonstop1h 31m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/12

17:55-19:26

Nonstop1h 31m

£60

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 6/12

22:10-23:41

Nonstop1h 31m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/12

17:55-19:26

Nonstop1h 31m

£72

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 6/12

22:10-23:41

Nonstop1h 31m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/12

20:51-07:53

1 stop11h 02m

£75

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Thu 4/12

22:10-23:41

Nonstop1h 31m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/12

17:55-19:26

Nonstop1h 31m

£78

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Thu 4/12

22:10-23:41

Nonstop1h 31m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/12

20:51-07:53

1 stop11h 02m

£82

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Thu 4/12

22:10-23:41

Nonstop1h 31m

Los Angeles

Sun 7/12

20:51-07:53

1 stop11h 02m

£83

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

15:17-16:44

Nonstop1h 27m

Los Angeles

Wed 3/12

18:49-20:15

Nonstop1h 26m

£85

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 13/12

18:50-20:20

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles

Sat 13/12

21:35-23:05

Nonstop1h 30m

£85

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 13/12

18:55-20:25

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/12

19:00-20:24

Nonstop1h 24m

£89

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 13/12

18:55-20:25

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles

Mon 15/12

16:20-17:40

Nonstop1h 20m

£90

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

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from San Francisco, with most prices found around £96. 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 £119.

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

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 £127. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around £630. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Los Angeles.

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

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 £121. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are £203 on average. Flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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?

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 £87 on momondo.

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 November 2025, prices for San Francisco to Los Angeles flights are approximately 29% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles

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

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

Best price found

£66

Fastest flight time

1h 25m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Los Angeles

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Los Angeles from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is £66. The best return flight deal from San Francisco to Los Angeles found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £100.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles takes 1h 25m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Los Angeles every day.
There is 1 airport near Los Angeles: Los Angeles (LAX)
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  • How far is San Francisco to Los Angeles by plane?

    The distance between San Francisco and Los Angeles is about 345.0 mi. Typically, this will take 1h 27m by plane in normal conditions.

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

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

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

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

    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.

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

    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.

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

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

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom £30Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,113 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom £59Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,236 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom £72Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,015 reviews
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom £80Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,281 reviews
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Hawaiian AirlinesPriceFrom £84Free CancellationRating
7.8
2,809 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From San Francisco to Los Angeles

    Southwest operates around 23 flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been £125, but momondo users have found Southwest deals from San Francisco to Los Angeles from as low as £59 round-trip. Southwest has been scored 8.0/10 in 4,236 reviews.

  • Alaska Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Los Angeles

    Alaska Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. Alaska Airlines flight deals for San Francisco to Los Angeles start from as low as £80 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Alaska Airlines deals seen on momondo around £130. Alaska Airlines operates 41 flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco in an average week. Users have rated it 8.0/10 across 11,281 reviews.

Travelling to a place near Los Angeles?

Book flights to Los Angeles if you plan to visit one of these locations
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Beverly Hills
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Orange
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Oceanside
Glendale
Laguna Beach
Huntington Beach
Irvine
El Segundo
Escondido
Torrance
Culver City
Pasadena
Downey
Arcadia
Redondo Beach
Big Bear Lake

Why use momondo?

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

It is quick and easy to find San Francisco to Los Angeles flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Los Angeles that suits you.

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

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

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

Once all potential San Francisco to Los Angeles flight options are in front of you, momondo lets you sort and filter flights based on preferences such as airline, price and flight times amongst many other options.

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