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£44 Cheap Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco (LAX-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £44 for one-way flights and £88 for return, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Alternative airports near San Francisco

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)

October is typically the cheapest month to fly

From £28 - £83 per traveller.

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Compare flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco easily and book with confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Operating between them 35 flights per day, 5 airlines cover the route. And American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines fly direct, getting you to San Francisco Intl. in just 1hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from Los Angeles Intl. to San Francisco Intl..

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights.

Grab a great deal on your flight from Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. (SFO)

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from Los Angeles Intl. to San Francisco Intl. start at just £88 and range up to £133.

To find an even better deal, try

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near Los Angeles and San Francisco
  • booking your flight during November, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper

Why you should book your Los Angeles to San Francisco flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from Los Angeles Intl. to San Francisco Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a flight from LAX to San Francisco Airport?

Round-trip tickets from LAX to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) start from £88. This price is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book ASAP to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to SFO?

Each air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our Customer Service Portal.

How do I find cheap flights from LAX to SFO that have flexible change policies?

Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.

How many hours is the flight from LAX to SFO?

It only takes an average of 1 hour and 25 minutes to journey from LAX to San Francisco Airport. Put your seat back and make yourself comfortable — but not too comfortable. You'll be disembarking before long.

How far is the flight from LAX to San Francisco Airport?

That movie you've been wanting to see will just have to wait — the flight distance between Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) (LAX) and SFO (SFO) is only 540 kilometres. The captain will be asking you to put your seat upright for landing before you know it.

Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?

You can choose from a wide range of airlines that fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Among the best are:

  • Alaska Airlines - (AS) with 265 monthly flights
  • United Airlines - (UA) with 238 monthly flights
  • Delta Air Lines - (DL) with 195 monthly flights
  • Southwest Airlines - (WN) with 130 monthly flights
  • American Airlines - (AA) with 91 monthly flights
  • JetBlue Airways - (B6) with 60 monthly flights

Are LAX to San Francisco Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?

It is possible to score an amazing last-minute deal from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), but it can also be hit-or-miss. As many airlines release seats up to a year in advance, it's worthwhile keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to book when you see a good bargain. Expedia compares air carrier prices and updates flight deals regularly, so you can rest assured you're always seeing the latest offers.

Travel information

Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco International Airport
Distance
337 miles away
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, United, Southwest Airlines, JetBlue Airways
Popular airline
Alaska Airlines
Return price
£88
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