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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 Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from R 604. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Los Angeles.R 296 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 Oct.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 296, select.

Los Angeles.R 298 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Sep.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 23 Sep, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 298, select.

Los Angeles.R 302 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 302, select.

Los Angeles.R 685 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 685, select.

Los Angeles.R 818 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Feb.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 4 Feb, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 818, select.

Los Angeles.R 908 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Mar.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 4 Mar, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 908, select.

Los Angeles.R 930 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 Jan.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 930, select.

Los Angeles.R 1,885 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jul.One-way flight with KLM.Outbound direct flight with KLM departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,885, select.

Los Angeles.R 1,932 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Apr.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,932, select.

Los Angeles.R 1,932 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 8 Jun, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,932, select.

Los Angeles.R 1,933 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 26 May, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,933, select.

Los Angeles.R 2,051 per passenger.Departing Mon, 31 Aug.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from San Francisco International on Mon, 31 Aug, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 2,051, 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 October.

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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	R 296
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	1 hr, 35 mins
Most popular airline	American Airlines
Average flights per week	1,492

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

How much are return flights from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International?

The best price we found for a return flight from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International is R 593. 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.

How long does it take to fly from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International?

1 hour and 35 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International.

Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International?

American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International.

How many flights are there a week from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International?

As of August 2026, there are 1,492 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International?

The cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Los Angeles International is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport on?

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 Tuesday, 6 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 35 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Los Angeles International?

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.

When is the best time to book flights to Los Angeles?

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.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Los Angeles International.

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

The average duration of a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport is 1 hour 35 minutes.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-8, which is the same as San Francisco.
Flights from SFO to LAX start from 05:30 — the first with Southwest Airlines. The latest departure is at 22:59 with United Airlines. In total, there are 225 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your SFO to LAX flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
There are direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport, so getting to Los Angeles (and then touring more of the United States!) is a breeze. Popular airlines that fly nonstop include:
United has the highest passenger demand on this route.
American Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers SFO to LAX flights. A reliable 80.86% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between SFO and LAX:
- Harry Reid International Airport
- San Diego International Airport
- Sacramento International 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 R 296. A round-trip ticket is currently R 593. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book 11 months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find 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 travel dates.
Snapping up cheap flights from SFO to LAX is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your preferred arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

When it comes to the on-time performance of San Francisco International Airport, 78% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 25 minutes to get there if you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving.
The trip on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays close to SFO:

Arriving at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

If you have a late San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near LAX:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Los Angeles International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and experience the lesser-explored corners of Los Angeles and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week before your departure date.

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

You'll find LAX at One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport to the centre of Los Angeles has a drive time of around 35 minutes. It's approximately 29 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.

When to fly to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Los Angeles. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
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). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to LAX around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of the United States

Los Angeles has plenty to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States waiting to be discovered. Around 177 kilometres south-east of Los Angeles, a visit to San Diego will keep your itinerary packed. Check out popular attractions like San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another standout destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometres north-west of Los Angeles. No journey is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.