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Overview: San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA flight

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Flights from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA depart on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $107 (€86) but you can travel from only $45 (€36) by bus.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $45 (€36)
Distance
347 miles (559 km)
Average flight duration
1h 29m
Cheapest ticket price
$107 (€86)
Flights per day
23
Direct flights
17
Fastest flight
1h 25m
Cheapest month to travel
December
First flight
05:05
Last flight
23:57
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $45 (€36)

The cheapest and fastest flights from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA

Showing times and prices for Jul 14

Cheapest price

$164

Average price

$501

Fastest journey

1 h 25 m

Average duration

1 h 29 m

Flights per day

17

Distance

559 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around $501 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $164.

Fast flights

Of the 17 flights that leave San Francisco, CA for Los Angeles, CA onMon, Jul 14, 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jul 14 the direct flights cover the 559 km distance in an average of 1 h 29 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

On Mon, Jul 14 the longest flights will take 1 h 35 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

American AirlinesAA3033
07:57PM1h25
San Francisco International Airport
09:22PMLos Angeles International Airport
$1641One-way
0 transfers
American AirlinesAA2098
06:30AM1h25
San Francisco International Airport
07:55AMLos Angeles International Airport
$1641One-way
0 transfers
Alaska AirlinesAS3353
09:59PM1h37
San Francisco International Airport
11:36PMLos Angeles International Airport
$1671One-way
0 transfers
Alaska AirlinesAS3318
09:09AM1h38
San Francisco International Airport
10:47AMLos Angeles International Airport
$1671One-way
0 transfers
Alaska AirlinesAS3460
07:08PM1h35
San Francisco International Airport
08:43PMLos Angeles International Airport
$1821One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train, bus, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €36. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 29m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.2 - 0.5kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €36, and a flight costs an average of €86.

Distance: 347 miles (559 km)

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Train

€124

Average price

€56

Average price

Cheapest

€65

Average price

4h 29m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 29m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

9h 25m

Average total duration

8h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 7m

Average total duration

9h 37m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1.7 - 3.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.6 - 1.4kg

CO2 emissions

0.2 - 0.5kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest
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San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA flight times

Showing flights for today, Sunday, July 13
Last updated at 6:35 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
alaska_airlinesAS33868:21 PM San Francisco International Airport
1h35
9:56 PM Los Angeles International Airport0 transfersDirect
alaska_airlinesAS2061 · AS21599:30 PM San Francisco International Airport
5h39
3:09 AM Los Angeles International Airport1 transfer
Monday, July 14
sun_country_airlinesSY396 · SY4211:17 AM San Francisco International Airport
13h36
2:53 PM Los Angeles International Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS525 · AS12912:05 AM San Francisco International Airport
4h54
6:59 AM Los Angeles International Airport1 transfer
sun_country_airlinesSY1612 · SY4256:59 AM San Francisco International Airport
16h36
11:35 PM Los Angeles International Airport1 transfer
american_airlinesAA20981:30 PM San Francisco International Airport
1h25
2:55 PM Los Angeles International Airport0 transfersDirect
alaska_airlinesAS1410 · AS11433:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
5h00
8:00 PM Los Angeles International Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS718 · AS20143:50 PM San Francisco International Airport
5h12
9:02 PM Los Angeles International Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS33184:09 PM San Francisco International Airport
1h38
5:47 PM Los Angeles International Airport0 transfersDirect
sun_country_airlinesSY392 · SY4294:11 PM San Francisco International Airport
13h30
5:41 AM Los Angeles International Airport1 transfer
alaska_airlinesAS21476:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
1h29
7:29 PM Los Angeles International Airport0 transfersDirect

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How far in advance should I book flight tickets from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA?

The best time to book your flight from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA is 91 days before departure. See how prices for flights change on the San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your flight from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA.

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FAQs: San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA Flight

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Popular airports from San Francisco, CA to Los Angeles, CA

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The major airport for departures in San Francisco is San Francisco International Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at San Francisco International Airport for your trip from San Francisco to Los Angeles.
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Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
US-101, exit 423A
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops are located in all terminals, including DFS Duty-Free and Burberry.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available in the Domestic and International Garages, approximately 1.9€ ($2) per 15 minutes.
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Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, toilets.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Shower
Shower
  • Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including the United Club and Delta Sky Club.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall of the Domestic Terminal.
Public transit options for San Francisco International Airport
  • Buses: SamTrans 292, 397, 398, KX
  • Metro: BART Yellow Line
The major airport for arrivals in Los Angeles is Los Angeles International Airport. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Los Angeles International Airport for your journey to Los Angeles from San Francisco.
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WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
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AccessibilityAccessibility
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Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
2 km
carConnection
Car connection
I-405, exit 46
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops in all terminals, including duty-free and brands like Hudson News and DFS.
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available at all terminals, approximately 6.6€ ($7) per hour.
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps.
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport.
Shower
Shower
  • Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available in various terminals, including Delta Sky Club and United Club.
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the LAX Airport Police Division, open daily.
Public transit options for Los Angeles International Airport
  • Bus: 102, 111, 117, 232, 40
  • Metro: Green Line (Aviation/LAX Station)
  • Train: NA

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