Find flights
Deals
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco from £30

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 27/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
24 Mar — 31 Mar1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to San Francisco are usually found in October or September, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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 19 March 2025.

Round-trip from

£60

One-way from

£30

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

£118

Good round-trip deal

£68 or less

Good one-way deal

£48 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 22/4-23/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 21m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 27/5
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 39m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (£4 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£2 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

Find flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco

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 19 March 2025.

Tue 22/418:55LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Wed 23/414:20SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 18/3£60
Tue 22/406:46LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 34mAlaska Airlines
Tue 22/410:35SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 17/3£85
Tue 1/706:30LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Sat 5/711:05SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 39mDelta
Deal found 19/3£90
Thu 8/506:10LAX - SFO
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Tue 13/507:25SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 19/3£118
Mon 7/406:00LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 7/418:38SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 18/3£150
Wed 2/409:20LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/422:35SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/3£199

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customise your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Los Angeles

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 22/4

18:55-20:37

Nonstop1h 42m

San Francisco

Wed 23/4

14:20-15:59

Nonstop1h 39m

£60

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 22/4

06:46-08:20

Nonstop1h 34m

San Francisco

Tue 22/4

10:35-12:10

Nonstop1h 35m

£85

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 1/7

06:30-07:54

Nonstop1h 24m

San Francisco

Sat 5/7

11:05-12:44

Nonstop1h 39m

£90

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 8/5

06:10-15:50

2 stops9h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 13/5

07:25-08:50

Nonstop1h 25m

£118

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 29/3

17:38-19:09

Nonstop1h 31m

San Francisco

Mon 31/3

09:30-11:07

Nonstop1h 37m

£121

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 2/4

09:20-10:55

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Sun 6/4

22:35-00:10

Nonstop1h 35m

£199

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Fri 23/5

21:00-10:07

1 stop13h 07m

San Francisco

Mon 26/5

11:27-23:58

1 stop12h 31m

£209

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 17/6

06:00-07:35

Nonstop1h 35m

£45

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 4/6

06:00-07:31

Nonstop1h 31m

£52

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 19/8

16:25-17:47

Nonstop1h 22m

£53

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 18/3

Showing 1-10 of 15 results
1
2

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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 return flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 14 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco, you should look to book at least 35 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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 19 March 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Los Angeles to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 60% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 16 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 19 March 2025.

The most flights from LAX to SFO are scheduled on a Wednesday (153 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (61 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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 19 March 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Los Angeles to San Francisco have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very Good

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

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?

    To fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco, you need to book a flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO). Nonstop flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles take 1h 24m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 121 outbound flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco offered by 5 different airlines.

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

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to San Francisco is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as £60 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and Delta, starting at £85 and £90 round-trip. Frontier is 40% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as £30. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Los Angeles to San Francisco for a low price.

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

    Consider Aer Lingus (92%), Gulf Air (89%) or Qantas Airways (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

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

    On average you can expect to pay £91 for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is £14 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Francisco) is currently priced at £77.

  • 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 holiday 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of £538). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of £803). 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.

See more FAQs

Travelling to a place near Los Angeles?

Book flights to Los Angeles if you plan to visit one of these locations
Santa Cruz
San Mateo
Los Banos
Vallejo
South San Francisco
Pacific Grove
Union City

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 5 airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 19 March 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest£29Average£52FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search Frontier flights
DeltaCheapest£58Average£95FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Delta flights
Alaska AirlinesCheapest£83Average£113FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Alaska Airlines flights
SouthwestCheapest£90Average£124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Search Southwest flights
United AirlinesCheapest£115Average£180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Search United Airlines flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

When you search for this flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco, Cheapflights searches on 900+ travel sites to save you time finding great flight deals online. Additionally, we offer filter features so you can choose a preferred cabin class or airline, see different price ranges, and much more so you can book the flight for you.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

It’s simple! Cheapflights, which is free to use for everyone, saves millions of users time and money every year by helping them find the cheapest and most suitable flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

Can Cheapflights find flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco with no change fees?

Cheapflights does show flights with no change fees to all users. To see these options for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco, users can toggle the no change fees filter when performing a flight search.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco become cheaper?

Yes! Start tracking prices for Los Angeles to San Francisco flights today and get alerted whenever prices for these flights change. To access this feature, click the bell icon next to the flight deals above, which will prompt you for a valid email address to receive your alerts.

100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.