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Los Angeles San Francisco
LAX → SFO
$71
May 11 – May 13
Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to San Franciscofrom $71
Compare and book cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO). We track fares across dozens of airlines and online travel agencies, then surface the lowest prices for you. Deals refresh every few hours.
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DirectTrip.com
Los Angeles San Francisco
LAX → SFO
$77
May 19 – May 19
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Los Angeles San Francisco
LAX → SFO
$78
May 19 – May 19
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Los Angeles San Francisco
LAX → SFO
$79
May 19 – May 19
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Los Angeles San Francisco
LAX → SFO
$106
May 2 – May 5
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Los Angeles San Francisco
LAX → SFO
$107
May 2 – May 5
DirectTrip.com
Los Angeles San Francisco
LAX → SFO
$109
Jul 21 – Jul 26
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Los Angeles San Francisco
LAX → SFO
$127
Apr 21 – Apr 22
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Los Angeles San Francisco
LAX → SFO
$128
Apr 21 – Apr 22
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Los Angeles San Francisco
LAX → SFO
$129
Apr 21 – Apr 22
About the Los Angeles to San Francisco route
The route between Los Angeles (United States) and San Francisco (United States) is a popular path for both leisure and business travellers. Most major carriers operate this corridor and competition keeps fares accessible — especially if you book mid-week and travel outside the high season.
Best time to book
For the cheapest fares from Los Angeles to San Francisco, aim to book around 6–10 weeks before departure for short-haul and 12–16 weeks for long-haul. Tuesdays and Wednesdays usually carry the lowest prices, while shoulder seasons (April–May and September–October) offer the strongest fare-to-experience ratio.
Airlines flying this route
A mix of full-service and low-cost carriers serve this route. Compare alliance partners, baggage policies, and total trip duration — sometimes a one-stop fare with a brief layover is significantly cheaper than the non-stop option without sacrificing total travel time.
Tips for San Francisco
Once you land in San Francisco, plan ahead for transfers from the airport. Public transport, ride-hailing, and pre-booked private transfers all have their place — your best choice depends on luggage, group size, and arrival time. Pair your flight with a hotel deal in San Francisco to maximise savings.