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Cheapest return fare
£66
Typical prices: £85-£186
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Tue 8/9Thu 10/9
LAX - SFO • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
£44
Typical prices: £64-£110
Delta
Fri 25/12
LAX - SFO • Direct
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Lufthansa Economy Light saves on short LAX-SFO trips if you skip a checked bag.
United Priority Boarding in Zone 2 helps secure overhead bin space on this short hop.
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco (LAX-SFO)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Tue, 8 Sep - Thu, 10 Sep
Frontier Logo
19:13 - 20:46LAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 33mdirect
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12:07 - 13:43SFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 36mdirect
£66Frontier
Fri, 11 Sep - Mon, 14 Sep
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19:44 - 21:27LAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 43mdirect
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11:42 - 00:10SFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
12h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
£73Frontier
Fri, 11 Sep - Sat, 12 Sep
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08:44 - 10:22LAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 38mdirect
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06:04 - 14:39SFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
8h 35m1 stop Denver Intl
£73Frontier
Fri, 11 Sep - Fri, 11 Sep
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17:00 - 18:23LAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 23mdirect
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20:57 - 22:29SFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 32mdirect
£83Alaska Airlines
Sat, 5 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
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20:56 - 22:15LAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 19mdirect
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07:13 - 08:45SFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 32mdirect
£87Delta
Sat, 5 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
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20:56 - 22:15LAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 19mdirect
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07:13 - 08:45SFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 32mdirect
£87Delta
Sat, 12 Dec - Sat, 12 Dec
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07:30 - 09:00LAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 30mdirect
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13:14 - 14:47SFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 33mdirect
£91Multiple Airlines
Fri, 11 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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06:30 - 07:50LAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 20mdirect
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15:45 - 17:20SFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 35mdirect
£92Southwest
Fri, 4 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
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17:00 - 18:23LAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 23mdirect
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15:51 - 17:22SFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 31mdirect
£98Alaska Airlines
Fri, 4 Sep - Sun, 6 Sep
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17:00 - 18:23LAX  Los Angeles-SFO San Francisco
1h 23mdirect
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20:57 - 22:29SFO  San Francisco-LAX Los Angeles
1h 32mdirect
£98Alaska Airlines
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for Los Angeles to San Francisco flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles usually cost between £107 and £192 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £66 on Frontier (8 Sept–10 Sept).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Los Angeles to San Francisco, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from San Francisco back to Los Angeles, the best deals are generally found on Wednesday, with Friday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco is October, where tickets cost £126 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £186 and £176 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 46% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

 
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Good to know - Cheap tickets from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

£44
Best time to beat the crowds (3% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 21% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

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Flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco: the best tips from KAYAK users' own experiences

Insights shared by verified travellers who flew the route from Los Angeles to San Francisco 
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jan 2025
Bring water and snacks with shorter flights as some routes will not offer it.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-Jul 2024
Bring a sweater, just incase other people's ac makes you cool.
Verified travelerFlew with Alaska Airlines-May 2024
Please be prepared to check in your luggage even if there is available space in the overhead bins. Despite the availability of space, Alaska Airlines employees refused to allow us to bring our bags onto the plane and insisted that we check them in.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

  • Is Wi-Fi available at airports in Los Angeles and San Francisco?

    To cater to business and leisure travelers, LAX, San Francisco International Airport, and San Jose International Airport offer free wireless internet services.

  • What kind of dining options can I find at Los Angeles International Airport?

    With over 90 food and beverage outlets, LAX has something to suit your mood and preference. Enjoy a drink at the sophisticated Petrossian Caviar & Champagne Bar, dine on upscale French-Japanese fusion cuisine at Chaya, or grab a quick burger, frozen yoghurt, or coffee.

  • I’m traveling with kids. How can I keep them entertained at LAX?

    The LAX Beach is a beach-themed play area for children aged between 2 and 8 years old. Located at the Tom Bradley International Terminal, kids can play safely and burn off some energy before getting on a flight.

  • What are the public transport options from San Francisco International Airport to the center?

    BART operates a rapid rail service from San Francisco International Airport to San Francisco and the East Bay. Get the free AirTrain from any terminal to the SFO BART Station. SamTrans runs a bus service connecting the airport with San Mateo County and parts of San Francisco. A number of routes stop at the Airport terminals including SFO and ECR. The Caltrain Commuter Rail provides a rail service between San Francisco and San Jose. Take a SamTrans bus to Caltrain’s Millbrae Station to connect.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco was £44 for a one-way ticket and £66 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue, and Japan Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and San Francisco, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco, Alaska Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of £153 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £135 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £65 or less one-way and £77 or less round-trip.
  • Booking flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco? Depending on where you’re staying, you can choose from three airports to fly into to cut down on commuting time. San Francisco International Airport in located in San Mateo County, 13 miles south of the city center. This is a great choice if you’re staying in San Francisco or visiting Sonoma or Napa Valley. Oakland International Airport is 10 miles south of downtown Oakland and a good option if you’re traveling to Yosemite National Park or Lake Tahoe. Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport is located in San Jose, in the heart of Silicon Valley.
  • Flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco usually depart from Los Angeles Airport. If you want to do a little last-minute shopping before your flight, LAX rivals the top malls for shopping and has over 60 retail outlets, including international brands, gift shops, and newsstands.
  • To showcase the dynamic, creative spirit of Los Angeles, LAX has transformed many of its public spaces into art spaces with exhibitions and installations for the enjoyment of travelers. The 11 exhibition sites are located in Terminals 1, 2, 3, 6, 7, and the Tom Bradley International Terminal.
  • Before getting on your flight at Los Angeles International Airport, pamper yourself with a relaxing massage to improve your circulation. Manicures, pedicures, and other spa treatments are available at the XpresSpa, located at the Tom Bradley International Terminal and the Be Relax Spa in Terminal 1.
  • If flying stresses you out, the Pets Unstressing Passengers (PUP) Program at LAX gives you an opportunity to relax before your flight. Therapy dogs in red “pet me” vests can be found on the departure level of each terminal, accompanied by helpful handlers. Children and adults alike can cuddle and pat a friendly puppy for a few minutes before departing.

Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Los Angeles to San Francisco.
Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to San Francisco

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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San Francisco to Los Angeles

Monday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

Tuesday

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Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

Wednesday

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Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines,Delta, +3 more

Alaska Airlines,American Airlines, +4 more

Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Los Angeles to San Francisco? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12796 reviews
7.0Entertainment
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
8.5Crew
7.8Comfort
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It might not have been their fault, but there was a two hour delay due to weather. Then we boarded and were about to leave when they said there were more problems at the destination, took us back to the gate where we had to fully deplane. But then five minutes later, they said everything was fine and to get back on the plane. This was the part that pissed everybody off.

2.0 MediocreMichael, May 2026
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It might not have been their fault, but there was a two hour delay due to weather. Then we boarded and were about to leave when they said there were more problems at the destination, took us back to the gate where we had to fully deplane. But then five minutes later, they said everything was fine and to get back on the plane. This was the part that pissed everybody off.

Was notified the departure would be late. Later on it was suddenly on time. Traffic by LAX was horrendous, and I missed the flight.

2 FLIGHT DELAYS? what an inconvenience to stay @the airport HALF THE DAY😳from 1pm till boarding @ 4pm pass 😠exhausting !

Flight was delayed - we left at 11:30 pm instead of 10:30 and it was extremely inconvenient. It affected both the day of the flight and the next day

Short flight so really no interaction with crew and there was no food. It was on time and comfortable. Liked the plugs in seat in front!

Quick, efficient, incredibly kind staff. It was a short flight (50 min)but still received beverage service. Treated my 5 year old like a star. Just endlessly appreciative.

Sat on tarmac for 30 minutes despite staring at three empty gates, one of which we eventually pulled into

The messaging about the change in flight destination and options for getting to SFO was poor. There should have been frequent updates. When I spoke to the boarding agent moment before we were supposed to board, he was flippant and offered no help before the announcement was made that transportation would be arranged. It was as poor of an experience that I've ever had.

Flight was cancelled, and we were stuck in LA for 36 hours.

A crowded flight, everyone on the ground and in the air did their very best

The flight was done by SkyWest only WIFI no entertainment center are available on the CRJ

Delta is always late. Ruined our first day of a short vacation. Timing is important. We pay to stay on an itinerary

We sat on the runway for over an hour before departure. That was unwelcome.

Everything went smoothly, although the usual gripes about airline travel were still present: the boarding process is inefficient, the snack selection is limited, and so on. Since there was extra space on the flight, the gate agent rearranged many people's seats to put people on the aisles and windows, leaving the middle seats empty, as much as possible, which was pretty great.

One of the flight attendants was a little cranky. I appreciated the free wifi and plug to charge my laptop

WiFi didn’t work most of the time. The usb chargers would work only occasionally for 5 mins and wouldn’t charge after that. Had to keep trying repeatedly at each of the seats in the row.

Generally on time departures and arrivals, clean planes, sky miles membership provides great benefits (complimentary upgrades, etc).

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

There are 4 flights in consecutive gates with about the same departure time. Two flights were boarding at the same time. One was delayed or boarding would be happening at the same time. I am not sure what Delta and LAX need to do to have a better layout at the end of Terminal 2

I guess they don’t serve drinks on planes anymore

Charges unexpected. For seat that didnt recline. Please reverse extra seat and carryon charge. Bad business that is a bait and switch.

I couldn’t check in because the app didn’t work. It took 3 Frontier employees at the counter to get me checked in. Flight left 3 hours after departure time

Horrible! The short distance flight ended up taking 5 hrs! There was a 3 hr delay for the flight to take off and there was a 70 min wait on the tarmac for some bogus reason that the pilot said the gate he was supposed to board was taken up. After a 30 min wait he said the plane that was supposed to push out of the gate called a medical emergency and 40 min later he ended up boarding another gate. For the initial 3 hr delay there was no information/alert about the gate or delay in the app or the boards up until the boarding time and even beyond! Had to walk all the way to the end of the terminal to find the frontier staff to ask what was going on. Avoid this airline at all costs! If you have carryon bags or checked bags , their prices come equivalent to the prices of more reliable airlines. They are the worst in timeliness at 60% (reported as delayed) this year (check the data) by a high margin even compared to the second worst airline. If you are ok with having a miserable flight experience with the odds close to flip of a coin, feel free to try them. If you value your time , money and flying experience, stay away.

Our flight was delayed by four hours without notice, the app for getting my boarding pass is super confusing, and I wasn’t able to check a suitcase without paying for a higher cost package

First the gate was a total nightmare-no chairs anywhere! So over crowded and only one bathroom and nightmare of food service - took forever and NOT one place to sit. No inflight entertainment and had to pay 60.00 for a small carry on. I will never fly Frontier again!

Flight was 3 hours late leaving. Poor communication from the staff about delays. Impossible to get in touch with customer service (by design). And it actually didn't come out to be much cheaper than a non-budget airline! Not worth the headache, I'm never flying Frontier again

See my previous comment which is mostly about our flight from Phoenix to SFO

The check in at the airport was awful. Told I need to pay for a bag. The item was taken at screening. I went back to get my $ back and they gave me a coupon with a QR code that doesn’t work. Worst costumer service ever!!!!!

4 hour delay because they used our aircraft to fly a different segment (per the captain)

absolutely horrific. delayed flights, overbooking. over charging. nightmare service beyond words. stay away.

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Flights£4841h 15m
Buses£888h 38m