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Flight deals from San Francisco International to Los Angeles

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles? If you want to travel next month, round-trip fares start from AED 202. Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Los Angeles.AED 102 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jun 2.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Jun 2, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 102, select.

Los Angeles.AED 103 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 19.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from San Francisco International on Tue, May 19, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 103, select.

Los Angeles.AED 157 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jul 18.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Jul 18, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 157, select.

Los Angeles.AED 189 per passenger.Departing Tue, Sep 1.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Sep 1, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 189, select.

Los Angeles.AED 191 per passenger.Departing Wed, Aug 19.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Aug 19, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 191, select.

Los Angeles.AED 335 per passenger.Departing Wed, Oct 28.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Oct 28, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 335, select.

Los Angeles.AED 356 per passenger.Departing Sat, Mar 13.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departing from San Francisco International on Sat, Mar 13, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 356, select.

Los Angeles.AED 356 per passenger.Departing Tue, Jan 26.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Jan 26, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 356, select.

Los Angeles.AED 356 per passenger.Departing Tue, Dec 1.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Dec 1, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 356, select.

Los Angeles.AED 356 per passenger.Departing Tue, Nov 17.One-way flight with American Airlines.Outbound direct flight with American Airlines departing from San Francisco International on Tue, Nov 17, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 356, select.

Los Angeles.AED 356 per passenger.Departing Wed, Feb 17.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Feb 17, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 356, select.

Los Angeles.AED 404 per passenger.Departing Wed, Apr 29.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departing from San Francisco International on Wed, Apr 29, arriving in Los Angeles International.Price includes taxes and charges.From AED 404, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco International to Los Angeles

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 flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Direct flights from San Francisco International to Los Angeles

Alternative San Francisco International to Los Angeles routes

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San Francisco to Los Angeles: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	AED 102
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	1 hr, 36 mins
Most popular airline	Air Tahiti Nui
Average flights per week	1,592

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

How many airports are there in Los Angeles?

There are 7 airports in Los Angeles: Hawthorne, Burbank, Los Angeles International, Long Beach Municipal, Los Angeles Van Nuys, Santa Ana John Wayne, and Ontario International.

How much are round-trip flights from San Francisco International to Los Angeles?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from San Francisco International to Los Angeles is AED 202. 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?

1 hour and 36 minutes is the average flight time from San Francisco International to Los Angeles.

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

Air Tahiti Nui, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly direct from San Francisco International to Los Angeles.

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

There are 4,776 flights per week flying from San Francisco International to Los Angeles, as of April 2026.

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

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

What's the cheapest airport to fly to in Los Angeles?

If you're flying from San Francisco International Airport, the cheapest airport near Los Angeles is Los Angeles International – which is 19.6 km away from the center of Los Angeles. We've found flights to this airport from AED 202.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles 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 on Wednesday, May 27, 2026.

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

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 36 minutes.

How can I get the best flight deal from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles?

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 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.

What’s the weather like in Los Angeles?

In April, the average temperature is usually around 15°C. August is typically the warmest month in Los Angeles, when it usually averages around 30°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 7°C. The rainiest month is February.

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

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

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

Jump on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles and you'll be traveling for around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Los Angeles's timezone is UTC-8, which is the same as San Francisco (the location of San Francisco International Airport).
With 223 flights a week between the two airports, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the most popular route. Southwest Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:30. If you're eager to get more out of your day before flying, the latest departure from SFO to LAX is with United Airlines at 22:59.
Leave plenty of time to make your SFO to Los Angeles flight. As a general rule, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month like July? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You can book a direct San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles ticket. Start your trip at SFO and touch down at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
These are some of the top carriers offering direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles:
The journey from central San Francisco to SFO takes about 35 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 18 kilometers in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Searching for a hotel near SFO? If you're boarding an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Of the departures from San Francisco International Airport, 78% arrive on time at their destination.

How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles

AED 102 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is AED 202. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
Book 11 months before traveling. Pricing trends show that this is the ideal window for finding cheap flights from SFO to Los Angeles.
Organize your trip for April. That's the best month for landing an epic deal on San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles tickets. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to access the lowest price across each month.
Locking in a cheap flight from SFO to Los Angeles is easy with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic notifications and we'll notify you when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles.

Airports in Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)

The distance from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to central Los Angeles is roughly 29 kilometers. It'll take you about 35 minutes to get to the center driving.
Traveling to the center on public transport will take you around 1 hour.
Consider staying in a hotel near LAX if you have a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles. Choose one of these options and make your first night all about rest:
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your ride from Los Angeles International Airport about one week in advance of your flight from SFO to Los Angeles.
LAX is located at One World Way.

Van Nuys Airport (VNY)

Van Nuys Airport (VNY) is around 29 kilometers from central Los Angeles. Once you've disembarked your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles, it'll take you around 35 minutes to reach the heart of the city in a cab or ride-share.
The trip will take about 1 hour 15 minutes on public transport.
After stepping off your SFO to Los Angeles flight, unwind at a hotel close to VNY. These are some comfortable options that'll help you sink into relaxation mode:
Avoid filling out paperwork at the rental desk by having everything prearranged. Secure your ride from VNY in advance so you can just grab the keys and go.

Best time to go to Los Angeles

July is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles. To skip the crowds, plan your trip to Los Angeles in December.
Lock in a San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles plane ticket with a departure in August to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
February has average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from SFO to Los Angeles around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Los Angeles

When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Los Angeles right here. Explore these options after locking in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Universal Studios Hollywood, Hollywood Sign and Hollywood Bowl are attractions you won't want to skip in Los Angeles.

Explore more of the United States

San Diego is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Los Angeles. Around 177 kilometers away to the southeast, check out popular attractions including San Diego Zoo, San Diego Balboa Park and USS Midway Museum.
San Jose is another must-experience destination in the United States and is around 499 kilometers northwest of Los Angeles. No trip is complete without visiting Winchester Mystery House, The Tech Interactive and Santa Clara Valley.