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Flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles Starting at £8

Discover our range of affordable one-way and round-trip flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles and kick-start your next adventure today!

  • One way
  • Round-trip

Crossed out prices are calculated based on the average price of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Find the best time to fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Explore the best time to buy affordable tickets to Los Angeles with our price trend chart, which predicts how flight prices will change in the coming weeks from previous data.

Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.

Airlines Flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Which airline provides the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles? Discover the option that best suits your travel needs before embarking on your journey.

Frontier Airlines
From £17
Southwest Airlines
From £38
Delta Air Lines
From £55
Alaska Airlines
From £65
American Airlines
From £92
United Airlines
From £96

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Alternative Routes from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Searching for potential routes that might be cheaper and faster? There are a few alternative ways to get to Los Angeles from San Francisco which could help you save money and time.

  • Cheapest
    Frontier Airlines
    SFO
    19:00
    1h 32m
    Nonstop
    LAX
    20:32
    San Francisco International Airport - Los Angeles International Airport
    Sat, Jan 18Frontier Airlines
    £17
  • Frontier Airlines
    SFO
    19:00
    1h 32m
    Nonstop
    LAX
    20:32
    San Francisco International Airport - Los Angeles International Airport
    Sat, Jan 18Frontier Airlines
    £17
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FAQ

  • When are flight tickets from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles based on the date and time of your booking. By analyzing data from all airlines, on Trip.com, you can find the cheapest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much are flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around £85.
  • How long is the flight from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)?

    It takes about 1 hour 37 minutes to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Los Angeles?

    • The distance from Los Angeles International Airport to downtown is about 19km, by taxi about 30 minutes.
    • The distance from Ontario International Airport to downtown is about 59km, by taxi about 1 hour 10 minutes.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)?

  • What's the most popular airline for direct flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)?

    United Airlines operates 46 direct flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX).
  • How many airports in Los Angeles (LAX)?

How to find a cheap flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Understanding the common pitfalls when booking your flight tickets can help you save massively when it comes time to fly. We’ve listed our six essential steps to keep in mind when you’re booking flight tickets to help you find the best price.
1
Book Early
Once prices are gone, they're gone. Lock in deals while you can!
2
Compare Flight Prices
Compare prices on travel agency and airline websites.
3
Look Out for Deals
Check airline and travel agency websites for latest flight deals
4
Check One-way Fares
Buying two cheap one-way flights can sometimes be a better deal than a round-trip.
5
Try Different Dates
Flying during the week, early in the morning, or late at night can help save money.
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Use the Trip.com App
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Flight Information from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Cheapest direct flight price£7
Cheapest return ticket price£21
Off-season travel monthJanuary
Peak season for travelApril
Flight distance545.43km
Average flight time1 hour 37 minutes
Popular airlineAmerican Airlines