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Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco from C$ 71

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 30/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to San Francisco are usually found in October or September, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 11 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 108

One-way from

C$ 71

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 165

Good round-trip deal

C$ 273 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 81 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 15/10-18/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 1/10
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 30m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 11 September 2025.

Mon 29/94:31 p.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Thu 2/102:12 p.m.SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 11/9C$ 109
Tue 14/106:15 a.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Thu 16/107:30 a.m.SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9C$ 115
Tue 7/106:15 a.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Wed 8/105:30 a.m.SFO - LAX
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9C$ 116
Thu 13/118:55 p.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Sat 15/115:15 p.m.SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9C$ 121
Sat 25/105:40 p.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Tue 4/115:10 a.m.SFO - LAX
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9C$ 122
Tue 11/111:00 p.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Thu 13/115:00 a.m.SFO - LAX
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9C$ 127
Wed 29/104:15 p.m.LAX - SFO
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Wed 5/112:05 p.m.SFO - LAX
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9C$ 129
Thu 9/106:00 a.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Tue 14/102:05 p.m.SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9C$ 134
Wed 29/104:15 p.m.LAX - SFO
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Sat 1/114:35 p.m.SFO - LAX
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9C$ 136
Wed 8/106:00 a.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Sat 11/106:59 p.m.SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Deal found 10/9C$ 137
Wed 1/106:30 a.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Wed 1/108:59 p.m.SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/9C$ 140
Tue 28/1012:50 p.m.LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Tue 4/1110:35 a.m.SFO - LAX
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9C$ 141

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Los Angeles

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 13/11

8:55 p.m.-10:20 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 15/11

5:15 p.m.-6:45 p.m.

Nonstop1h 30m

C$ 121

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 25/10

6:25 a.m.-7:45 a.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 28/10

5:30 a.m.-10:40 a.m.

1 stop5h 10m

C$ 122

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 10/11

11:00 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

2:05 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

1 stop5h 25m

C$ 127

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 15/1

4:25 p.m.-5:52 p.m.

Nonstop1h 27m

San Francisco

Mon 19/1

8:59 p.m.-10:34 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 134

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 10/1

5:20 p.m.-6:52 p.m.

Nonstop1h 32m

San Francisco

Sat 17/1

7:25 a.m.-9:03 a.m.

Nonstop1h 38m

C$ 134

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 4/2

4:25 p.m.-5:52 p.m.

Nonstop1h 27m

San Francisco

Sat 7/2

8:55 a.m.-10:29 a.m.

Nonstop1h 34m

C$ 134

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 24/2

10:25 a.m.-12:01 p.m.

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Wed 25/2

8:55 a.m.-10:29 a.m.

Nonstop1h 34m

C$ 136

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 11/11

6:50 p.m.-8:10 p.m.

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 15/11

12:40 p.m.-7:15 p.m.

2 stops6h 35m

C$ 152

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 14/10

6:15 a.m.-7:40 a.m.

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 14/10

11:30 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

1 stop7h 15m

C$ 154

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 24/2

7:20 a.m.-12:33 p.m.

1 stop5h 13m

San Francisco

Wed 25/2

11:00 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

C$ 161

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 368). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 September 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 79% on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 11 September 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andFrontier from Los Angeles to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco if you want to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco. At least 3 different airlines have flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 117 flights to San Francisco from the Los Angeles airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from LAX to SFO to be around 1h 25m.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route?

    Flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco have been viewed 122 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    For as low as C$ 122, Southwest can have you in San Francisco from Los Angeles in 1h 30m. Los Angeles and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 544 km. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 74, Frontier will fly you from Los Angeles to San Francisco and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 126 and C$ 136, respectively. These flights start at 63% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco are Alaska Airlines (83%), Hawaiian Airlines (82%) and Iberia (81%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Los Angeles to San Francisco is C$ 52. On average you can expect to pay C$ 308. The most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Francisco), can usually be booked for C$ 123.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 368). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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FrontierCheapestC$ 74AverageC$ 117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapestC$ 126AverageC$ 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 136AverageC$ 189FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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