Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco from €42

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20:40 - 08:44LAX-SFO
12h 04m1 stop
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17:28 - 18:59SFO-LAX
1h 31mdirect
€71Frontier
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Thu, 13 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
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13:52 - 15:29LAX-SFO
1h 37mdirect
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22:09 - 23:47SFO-LAX
1h 38mdirect
€74Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 7 Nov - Mon, 10 Nov
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13:52 - 15:29LAX-SFO
1h 37mdirect
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22:00 - 08:14SFO-LAX
10h 14m1 stop
€80Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 7 Nov - Mon, 10 Nov
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10:23 - 11:53LAX-SFO
1h 30mdirect
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15:15 - 19:53SFO-LAX
4h 38m1 stop
€81Frontier
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Thu, 6 Nov - Mon, 10 Nov
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10:00 - 11:29LAX-SFO
1h 29mdirect
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21:30 - 23:05SFO-LAX
1h 35mdirect
€83Delta
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Wed, 3 Dec - Wed, 3 Dec
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11:26 - 12:55LAX-SFO
1h 29mdirect
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07:30 - 09:02SFO-LAX
1h 32mdirect
€92Alaska Airlines
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Tue, 16 Dec - Sat, 17 Jan
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18:49 - 20:15LAX-SFO
1h 26mdirect
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22:24 - 23:51SFO-LAX
1h 27mdirect
€95Alaska Airlines
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Mon, 15 Dec - Mon, 15 Dec
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06:15 - 07:45LAX-SFO
1h 30mdirect
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08:20 - 16:40SFO-LAX
8h 20m2 stops
€96Southwest
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Wed, 3 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec
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06:00 - 07:25LAX-SFO
1h 25mdirect
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18:59 - 20:30SFO-LAX
1h 31mdirect
€100Delta
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05:10 - 09:55LAX-SFO
4h 45m1 stop
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05:50 - 11:55SFO-LAX
6h 05m1 stop
€108Southwest
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Frontier flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Our best Frontier deals on Los Angeles to San Francisco flight tickets
Frontier
13 Nov
LAX20:40Los Angeles
12h 04m
1 stop
SFO08:44San Francisco
17 Nov
SFO17:28San Francisco
1h 31m
LAX18:59Los Angeles
Frontier
6 Nov
LAX10:23Los Angeles
1h 30m
SFO11:53San Francisco
10 Nov
SFO15:15San Francisco
4h 38m
1 stop
LAX19:53Los Angeles

United Airlines flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

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31 Oct
LAX06:00Los Angeles
1h 24m
SFO07:24San Francisco
31 Oct
SFO22:59San Francisco
1h 31m
LAX00:30Los Angeles
United Airlines
27 Nov
LAX16:10Los Angeles
1h 28m
SFO17:38San Francisco
29 Nov
SFO06:00San Francisco
1h 35m
LAX07:35Los Angeles
United Airlines
16 Jan
LAX20:05Los Angeles
1h 31m
SFO21:36San Francisco
18 Jan
SFO22:59San Francisco
1h 35m
LAX00:34Los 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 13,528 searches. Data last updated 17 October 2025.
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Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 13/11

20:40-08:44

1 stop12h 04m

San Francisco

Mon 17/11

17:28-18:59

Nonstop1h 31m

€71

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Fri 7/11

13:52-15:29

Nonstop1h 37m

San Francisco

Mon 10/11

22:09-23:47

Nonstop1h 38m

€74

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Fri 7/11

13:52-15:29

Nonstop1h 37m

San Francisco

Mon 10/11

22:00-08:14

1 stop10h 14m

€80

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 6/11

10:23-11:53

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Mon 10/11

15:15-19:53

1 stop4h 38m

€81

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 3/12

10:00-11:29

Nonstop1h 29m

San Francisco

Wed 3/12

21:30-23:05

Nonstop1h 35m

€83

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 16/12

11:26-12:55

Nonstop1h 29m

San Francisco

Sat 17/1

07:30-09:02

Nonstop1h 32m

€92

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 15/12

18:49-20:15

Nonstop1h 26m

San Francisco

Mon 15/12

22:24-23:51

Nonstop1h 27m

€95

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 3/12

06:15-07:45

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 9/12

08:20-16:40

2 stops8h 20m

€96

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 8/11

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 8/11

18:59-20:30

Nonstop1h 31m

€100

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 13/11

05:10-09:55

1 stop4h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

05:50-11:55

1 stop6h 05m

€108

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Los Angeles is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around €102, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles during November instead. Flights to San Francisco in November, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around €110.

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

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to San Francisco is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from Los Angeles to San Francisco in the morning for as low as €166. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the evening when prices are €223 on average. Flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travellers’ schedules.

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 €133 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 €99 on momondo.

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

There are 2 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 October 2025, prices for Los Angeles to San Francisco flights are approximately 24% 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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Fastest flight time

1h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
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)
  • How far is Los Angeles to San Francisco by plane?

    Los Angeles and San Francisco are 555.1 km apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 1h 25m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • 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 were last updated today.

  • 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 that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check 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 necessary travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking 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?

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

Flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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