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

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

American Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 1 Sept
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
AU$170 Return, found 6 hours ago
AU$170
Return
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 18 Aug from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Tue, 1 Sept, priced at AU$170 found 6 hours ago
Delta
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 1 Sept
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
AU$170 Return, found 6 hours ago
AU$170
Return
found 6 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 18 Aug from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Tue, 1 Sept, priced at AU$170 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 3 Nov
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
AU$171 Return, found 20 hours ago
AU$171
Return
found 20 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 27 Oct from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Tue, 3 Nov, priced at AU$171 found 20 hours ago
Delta
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 1 Sept
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
AU$206 Return, found 6 hours ago
AU$206
Return
found 6 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 18 Aug from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Tue, 1 Sept, priced at AU$206 found 6 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, 28 July - Wed, 29 July
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
AU$214 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$214
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, 28 July from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Wed, 29 July, priced at AU$214 found 1 day ago
Delta
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 1 Sept
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
AU$222 Return, found 6 hours ago
AU$222
Return
found 6 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 18 Aug from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Tue, 1 Sept, priced at AU$222 found 6 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, 16 Sept - Wed, 30 Sept
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
AU$228 Return, found 2 days ago
AU$228
Return
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, 16 Sept from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Wed, 30 Sept, priced at AU$228 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Tue, 18 Aug - Tue, 1 Sept
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
AU$236 Return, found 6 hours ago
AU$236
Return
found 6 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 18 Aug from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Tue, 1 Sept, priced at AU$236 found 6 hours ago
Delta
Mon, 10 Aug - Mon, 17 Aug
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
AU$240 Return, found 5 hours ago
AU$240
Return
found 5 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, 10 Aug from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Mon, 17 Aug, priced at AU$240 found 5 hours ago
United
Sat, 26 Sept - Sat, 3 Oct
LAX
Los Angeles
SFO
San Francisco
AU$244 Return, found 7 hours ago
AU$244
Return
found 7 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, 26 Sept from Los Angeles to San Francisco, returning Sat, 3 Oct, priced at AU$244 found 7 hours ago

Alternative airports near San Francisco

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. SJC. Average driving time to city centre is 50 minutes. Flights from AU$351
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Average driving time to city centre50 min
Flights from AU$351

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from LAX to San Francisco Airport?
Round-trip tickets from LAX to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) start from AU$170. This price is based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book ASAP to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to SFO?
Each air carrier has its own terms and conditions. If you do decide to cancel, follow the easy instructions on our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from LAX to SFO that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from LAX to SFO?
It only takes an average of 1 hour and 25 minutes to journey from LAX to San Francisco Airport. Put your seat back and make yourself comfortable — but not too comfortable. You'll be disembarking before long.
How far is the flight from LAX to San Francisco Airport?
That movie you've been wanting to see will just have to wait — the flight distance between Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) (LAX) and SFO (SFO) is only 540 kilometres. The captain will be asking you to put your seat upright for landing before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
You can choose from a wide range of airlines that fly from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Among the best are:

  • Alaska Airlines - (AS) with 265 monthly flights
  • United Airlines - (UA) with 238 monthly flights
  • Delta Air Lines - (DL) with 195 monthly flights
  • Southwest Airlines - (WN) with 130 monthly flights
  • American Airlines - (AA) with 91 monthly flights
  • JetBlue Airways - (B6) with 60 monthly flights

Are LAX to San Francisco Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
It is possible to score an amazing last-minute deal from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), but it can also be hit-or-miss. As many airlines release seats up to a year in advance, it's worthwhile keeping an eye on fares early and being ready to book when you see a good bargain. Expedia compares air carrier prices and updates flight deals regularly, so you can rest assured you're always seeing the latest offers.

Travel information

Origin airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, United
Return price
AU$162
Distance
540 km
Average flight time
1 hour 18 mins

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LAX to SFO Flights

Los Angeles and San Francisco Airports

Los Angeles to San Francisco flights let you travel from one huge and modern airport to another. With plenty of shopping and dining options at either end of your trip, you will easily pass waiting times and arrive relaxed. But first you have to get to the terminal.

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) is the world’s busiest airport for non-connecting passengers and one of the few airports with four parallel runways. It boasts nine passenger terminals connected by shuttle buses. If you drive to the airport, there are nearly 8,000 stalls available in the eight carparks. For a cheaper, but farther away option, park in the Economy Lot on Sepulveda Boulevard and hop on one of the free shuttles to the terminals. If you are travelling to the airport via public transport, you can choose between the FlyAway Bus from downtown LA and other parts of the city, numerous bus connections, or the Metro Rail Green Line to Aviation/LAX station and a connecting shuttle bus.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) is the largest airport in the San Francisco Bay Area and flights from LAX to SFO land about 24 km from city centre. The AirTrain connects SFO’s four terminals. In addition to the rail connection from the Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) station, there are five bus lines connecting the airport to downtown San Francisco. If you want your own set of wheels, book your rental car in San Francisco here on Expedia.com.au to save money and time at the airport.

Route Information

Flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco span a distance of 559 km and take one hour. Many airlines fly this route several times a day, so there are plenty of flights to choose from.

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