£20 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £20 for one-way flights and £39 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways
Return price
£38
Distance
540 km
Average flight time
1 hour 28 mins

Compare flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles easily and book in confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Operating between them 144 flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And Condor, JAL, Fiji Airways, Delta Air Lines, Air New Zealand, United Airlines, El Al, Qantas, Southwest Airlines, Iberia, Korean Air, WestJet, Air China, Singapore Airlines, Gulf Air, American Airlines, Qatar Airways, KLM, Aer Lingus, Air France, Emirates, China Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Copa Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Virgin Australia, Aeromexico, Alaska Airlines, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue, Avianca, LATAM Airlines, China Southern Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, ITA Airways, ANA, Air Tahiti Nui, Virgin Atlantic, British Airways fly direct, getting you to Los Angeles Intl. in just 1hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl..  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from San Francisco Intl. (SFO) to Los Angeles Intl. (LAX) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl. start at just £39 and range up to £69.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near San Francisco and Los Angeles
  • booking your flight during August, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your San Francisco to Los Angeles flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from San Francisco Intl. to Los Angeles Intl. for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to LAX?
Pack your bags, because round-trip flights from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to LAX start from £39. That’s based on airfares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices can increase quickly, so book today to secure the best deal. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from SFO to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Most flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether you are charged a fee differs between airlines. If you do need to cancel your trip, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from SFO to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) 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 San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How many hours is the flight from San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
It only takes approximately 1 hour and 29 minutes to travel from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to LAX. Put your seat back and make yourself comfortable — but not too comfortable. You’ll be disembarking soon enough.
How far is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to LAX?
The distance from San Francisco Airport (SFO) to LAX (LAX) is only 540 kilometres. You’ll be walking down the air bridge and picking up your bags from the carousel in next to no time.
Which airlines fly direct from SFO to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
You have a wide array of choices when flying from SFO to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Book your ticket today with one of these top carriers:

  • 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 95 monthly flights
  • JetBlue Airways - (B6) with 60 monthly flights

Are San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices always go up and down, so not always. While last-minute flight deals between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) are of course possible, it’s also a good idea to keep an eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers publicize their prices up to a year ahead of the departure date. Expedia is continuously updating the biggest bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to lock in your seat when the fares dip.
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