Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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San Francisco to Los Angeles Flight Information

Find the Cheapest Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)

Work hard, travel harder! Wotif brings you the cheapest San Francisco to Los Angeles flights, making it possible to have a five star holiday without that five star price tag. Browse and compare our top SFO to LAX routes and airport options. So, go ahead and treat yourself, your sweetheart, or the kids to an unforgettable holiday this year.

San Francisco to Los Angeles Information

Traveling From
San Francisco Intl.
Origin Airport
San Francisco
Origin Airport IATA Code
SFO
Traveling To
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination Airport
Los Angeles
Destination Airport IATA Code
LAX
Number of Airlines Serving
40
Average Flight Time
2 hours 32 mins
Direct Flight Time
1 hours 25 mins
Flight Price

Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from SFO to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
You’ll be lucky to finish a few chapters of your latest read before the pilot lowers the landing gear at LAX. The general flight time from SFO is just 1 hour and 30 minutes.
What airlines fly direct from SFO to LAX?
If drama isn’t your thing, you’ll be delighted to hear you can go directly from San Francisco Airport to LAX with a handful of airlines. Be sure to check for top deals with Alaska Airlines and United Airlines.
How many flights are there from San Francisco Airport to LAX?
Whether you want to travel between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) at the start of the week, mid-week or even on a Sunday, you can. Have a squiz at the 31 flights available daily and away you go.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Here’s an insider tip: Monday is typically the cheapest day to fly! Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights departing on a Monday generally had the lowest average price, closely followed by flights on a Saturday. You might want to think twice about flying on a Thursday though; generally, our data showed that it had the highest average ticket price.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
Guess what? It turns out that early in the week is the best time to score the cheapest plane tickets. Looking at flight demand on Wotif in 2021, we found that flights purchased on a Monday had the lowest airfares on average. Booking your plane ticket on the weekend also seems to score pretty good deals. However, airfares purchased on a Friday generally have a higher than average ticket value, so you might want to prepare your budget if you’re booking on that day.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
When comparing airfares booked through Wotif in 2021, our data shows February is one of the cheapest months to fly. On the other hand, the month of December can be one of the most expensive times to travel, with the highest average ticket price, so it’s best to get in early if December is your preferred travel month.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Wotif up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to Wotif’s 2021 flight demand trends, you can bag a bargain with some of the cheapest airfares appearing just 1 week prior to travel.*According to flight demand on Wotif.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change and may vary depending on selections made.
Address:
One World Way
Los Angeles CA, 90045-5803
United States
IATA code:
LAX
Longitude:
-118.408279
Latitude:
33.943399
Time zone:
America/Los_Angeles
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time zone:
America/Los_Angeles

San Francisco to Los Angeles Flight Deals from

Considering a quick trip to Los Angeles, but not sure which is the best route for you? Well, you’re in luck! Wotif has done the hard work, so all you need to do is check out these flights from SFO to LAX. With heaps of cheap fares from San Francisco, we guarantee you’ll be arriving to your holiday destination in style without emptying your bank account in the process.

It’s easy to book flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco  

For a huge choice of flights, simply enter your travel dates and hit search and we’ll hunt out fantastic deals on one-way, return and multi-city airfares to Los Angeles from San Francisco from different airlines. If you click the ‘direct flights’ box, you see flights that’ll get you to Los Angeles in just 1 hour(s) and 25 mins, too.   

Snap up great deals on flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco 

Choose from 169 flights a day on average, with prices starting at and rising to depending on the cabin class, travel dates, and airline carrier. And if you’re up for a last-minute getaway, you can get great deals on flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles today!  

Find cheap airfares to Los Angeles from San Francisco 

Here are our insider tips for bagging a flight bargain: 

  • Look for midweek flights and late night, early morning arrival and departure times
  • Check out other airports near San Francisco and Los Angeles
  • Avoid peak season (prices tend to be lower in )
  • Be flexible with your travel dates and you can usually get cheaper options  

Reasons to book your flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco with Wotif

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Great places to stay after flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
3.5 out of 5
9750 Airport Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is AU$164 per night from 27 May to 28 May
AU$164
per night
27 May - 28 May
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6/10 (5,952 reviews)
"A Little Bit old and Need to be renovated"

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Four Points by Sheraton Los Angeles International Airport
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
4 out of 5
5985 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is AU$200 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$200
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy 4 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
7.8/10 Good! (5,002 reviews)
Very Good Airport Hotel Near LAX
"We stayed 1 night at the Sonesta LA Airport before an early morning flight. The staff was friendly and professional. Our room was clean and comfortable. We had dinner at a hotel restaurant. The food (veggie burgers) was quite good and our server was very friendly."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
4 out of 5
6101 W Century Blvd, Los Angeles, CA
The price is AU$224 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
AU$224
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Book a stay at this eco-certified hotel in Los Angeles. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a health club. Our guests praise the pool and ...
8/10 Very Good! (5,814 reviews)
"People were very helpful"

Reviewed on 22 May 2024

Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
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