Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco from ₹ 4,495

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
10 Oct — 17 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Los Angeles to San Francisco are usually found in October or September, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 10 September 2025.

Round-trip from

₹ 6,875

One-way from

₹ 4,495

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

₹ 10,489

Good one-way deal

₹ 6,475 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 15/10-18/10
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 55m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 15/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 30m total
  • Los Angeles to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (₹ 251,769 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (₹ 24,636 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 10 September 2025.

Wed 15/1006:15LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Sat 18/1018:20SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9₹ 6,875
Sat 25/1009:23LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Tue 28/1018:28SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 8/9₹ 7,051
Sat 25/1009:23LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Mon 27/1012:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 8/9₹ 7,316
Tue 7/1006:15LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Wed 8/1005:30SFO - LAX
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9₹ 7,404
Tue 21/1009:23LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Sun 26/1012:00SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
Deal found 8/9₹ 7,492
Sat 18/1006:25LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Mon 20/1020:55SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9₹ 7,668
Sat 25/1017:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Tue 4/1105:10SFO - LAX
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9₹ 7,756
Tue 28/1016:15LAX - SFO
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Thu 30/1012:10SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9₹ 8,109
Tue 4/1115:10LAX - SFO
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Wed 5/1105:10SFO - LAX
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 10/9₹ 8,197
Tue 30/911:40LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Wed 1/1019:20SFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9₹ 8,461
Sat 4/1006:25LAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Sat 4/1013:00SFO - LAX
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9₹ 8,638

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Los Angeles

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 18/10

06:25-07:45

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Mon 20/10

20:55-22:20

Nonstop1h 25m

₹ 7,668

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 10/11

11:00-12:25

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 12/11

14:05-19:30

1 stop5h 25m

₹ 8,109

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 9/10

06:00-07:30

Nonstop1h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 14/10

14:05-15:35

Nonstop1h 30m

₹ 8,550

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 13/11

20:55-22:20

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 15/11

05:15-11:30

1 stop6h 15m

₹ 8,550

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Fri 5/12

18:50-20:10

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 6/12

05:15-11:30

1 stop6h 15m

₹ 9,695

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 15/10

08:37-10:19

Nonstop1h 42m

San Francisco

Wed 15/10

13:00-14:38

Nonstop1h 38m

₹ 9,783

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 18/10

18:55-20:15

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 19/10

05:50-07:19

Nonstop1h 29m

₹ 9,783

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 30/9

08:35-09:58

Nonstop1h 23m

San Francisco

Tue 30/9

15:43-17:10

Nonstop1h 27m

₹ 10,312

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 16/10

06:00-07:25

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 20/10

12:35-14:04

Nonstop1h 29m

₹ 10,312

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 30/10

05:20-09:45

1 stop4h 25m

₹ 4,936

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of ₹ 982). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,187). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from LAX to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 10 September 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 70% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Francisco. Reviews last updated 10 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines and Frontier from Los Angeles to San Francisco have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Andrew,May 2025

LAX - MIA

2 hour delay. Discovered an engine problem late, we boarded the plane and they asked us to come off. To add insult to injury nothing was given to passengers to make amends. No free drink. No extra food or snacks. No free WiFi. Gimme a break

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Andrew,May 2025

LAX - MIA

2 hour delay. Discovered an engine problem late, we boarded the plane and they asked us to come off. To add insult to injury nothing was given to passengers to make amends. No free drink. No extra food or snacks. No free WiFi. Gimme a break

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Andrew,May 2025

LAX - MIA

2 hour delay. Discovered an engine problem late, we boarded the plane and they asked us to come off. To add insult to injury nothing was given to passengers to make amends. No free drink. No extra food or snacks. No free WiFi. Gimme a break

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    If you wish to fly to San Francisco from Los Angeles, then you need to book flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. There are 116 flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO) per day to choose from. Flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 32m is how long a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco typically takes.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Departing from Los Angeles to San Francisco will take you 1h 20m. The distance from Los Angeles to San Francisco is about 544 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at ₹ 3,348, Frontier will fly you from Los Angeles to San Francisco and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on American Airlines for as low as ₹ 9,419. These flights start at 74% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as ₹ 4,936 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from ₹ 5,112 and Delta from ₹ 5,112 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Consider Alaska Airlines (83%), Hawaiian Airlines (82%) or Iberia (81%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for ₹ 4,698. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - San Francisco) can be booked for ₹ 7,756 on average, our data indicates ₹ 14,316 when flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Los Angeles to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of ₹ 982). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in July is currently the most expensive (average of ₹ 1,187). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 454,620 searches. Data last updated 10 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest₹ 3,348Average₹ 8,747FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest₹ 9,419Average₹ 22,388FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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