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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Los Angeles.$93 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Sat, 7 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $93, select.
Los Angeles.$93 per passenger.Departing Sat, 7 Jun, returning Sat, 7 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $93, select.
Los Angeles.$93 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 May, returning Tue, 20 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 20 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Tue, 20 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $93, select.
Los Angeles.$107 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 May, returning Sat, 26 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 14 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $107, select.
Los Angeles.$107 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Sat, 16 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $107, select.
Los Angeles.$114 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Thu, 3 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 3 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $114, select.
Los Angeles.$121 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Jun, returning Thu, 7 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 26 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $121, select.
Los Angeles.$121 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Jul, returning Mon, 4 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 16 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Los Angeles International on Mon, 4 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $121, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Francisco International to Los Angeles International flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from $93
Jun
from $93
Jul
from $121
Aug
from $121
Sep
from $141
Oct
from $141
Nov
from $141
Dec
from $180
Jan
from $172
Feb
from $175
Mar
from $181
Apr
from $338

Direct flights from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International

San Francisco International to Los Angeles International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Francisco International to Los Angeles below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Los Angeles International.

San Francisco to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$93
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 34 mins
Most popular airlineAir Tahiti Nui
Average flights per week1,329

Finding cheap flights from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International is $93. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 34 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International.
Air Tahiti Nui, WestJet and Qatar Airways fly direct from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International.
As of May 2025, there are 1,329 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International.
The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on Saturday, 7 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 34 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Los Angeles International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Los Angeles is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

Flying from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX): what you need to know

  • Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

  • Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as San Francisco.

  • Every week, there are 551 San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your SFO to LAX flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.

  • Plenty of airlines offer direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Fly nonstop to Los Angeles with these top carriers and discover this amazing part of United States:

  • The airline that passengers book most often on this route is American Airlines.

  • With an impressive 82.66% of services landing on schedule, American Airlines has the best on-time performance for SFO to LAX flights.

  • We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Worthwhile stopovers between SFO and LAX include:

    • San Diego International Airport

    • Sacramento International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight is $38. A return plane ticket right now is $93. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book five months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from SFO to LAX.

  • The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have flexible dates.

  • Save time looking for cheap flights from SFO to LAX by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when a lower fare pops up.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

  • 77.36% of flights taking off from San Francisco International Airport touch down at their destination on time.

  • Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is approximately 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 20 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.

  • The journey on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes.

  • Searching for a convenient hotel close to SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

Getting from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles

  • LAX is located at One World Way.

  • Los Angeles International Airport to the centre of Los Angeles has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • Getting to the centre by public transport typically takes 55 minutes.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

  • It's time to pick your dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Los Angeles. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in May.

  • When booking your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Los Angeles, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).

  • February sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SFO to LAX sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.

  • If you're interested in discovering another side of United States, head for San Jose, about 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art are the start of reasons to visit.

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