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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Los Angeles
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Los Angeles?
What is the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles?
The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from San Francisco, with most prices found around C$ 166. If you’re not able to fly to Los Angeles in September, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from San Francisco to Los Angeles during January average around C$ 174.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?
According to our data, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly to Los Angeles from San Francisco. The lowest ticket price found for a Saturday departure recently was C$ 138. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. The most expensive day to fly to Los Angeles is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around C$ 963.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Los Angeles?
At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles when you can find flight prices for as low as C$ 138. Flying to Los Angeles at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Try not to purchase tickets in the afternoon because they tend to be around C$ 1,076. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.
What is the cheapest San Francisco to Los Angeles flight route?
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How far in advance should I book a flight to Los Angeles?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco when booking 9 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Los Angeles for around C$ 201 when searching 9 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco for as low as C$ 163 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on San Francisco to Los Angeles flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Francisco to Los Angeles flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
How many flights depart from San Francisco to Los Angeles on average per day?
The number of flights available between San Francisco and Los Angeles is 137 per day as of April 2025. The most frequent departure time is 4:00p.m., with 46% of daily flights leaving at noon.
How many flights depart from San Francisco to Los Angeles on average per week?
As of April 2025, 964 flights take off from San Francisco and land in Los Angeles each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 20% of weekly flights taking off on this day.
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Best price found | C$ 74 |
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Fastest flight time | 1h 25m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in Los Angeles | 1 airport |
How far is San Francisco to Los Angeles by plane?
The distance between San Francisco and Los Angeles is about 555.1 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 1h 25m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
There are 2 operators available for flights from San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Airport as of April 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Los Angeles Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Los Angeles Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from San Francisco to Los Angeles is Airbus A320neo, representing 16.28% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Embraer 175 at 9.64%, Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 9.29%, and Boeing 737-800 at 7.83%.
What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Francisco to Los Angeles is Frontier (79% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Alaska Airlines (21%).
Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles with momondo
Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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PriceFrom C$ 57 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,277 reviews | |||
PriceFrom C$ 171 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 9,851 reviews |
Alaska Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Los Angeles
Alaska Airlines flies from San Francisco to Los Angeles around 48 times per week, with 9,851 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Alaska Airlines deal from San Francisco to Los Angeles in the last 72 hours was C$ 122 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of C$ 153 for Alaska Airlines flights on this route.
Frontier Flights From San Francisco to Los Angeles
Another popular option for San Francisco to Los Angeles flights is Frontier (5.9/10, 3,277 ratings). Frontier flies from San Francisco to Los Angeles around 5 times per week, with deals starting from C$ 40 round-trip and rising to an average price of around C$ 91.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles . Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good hands.
Can I find flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles with flexible booking policies on momondo?
momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.
How can momondo help me find flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
Once you have performed a search for San Francisco to Los Angeles flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
I’m not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Los Angeles and let you know when they change.