How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Francisco on average per day?

The number of flights available between Los Angeles and San Francisco is 117 per day as of September 2025. The most frequent departure time is 4:00p.m., with 34% of daily flights leaving at noon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to San Francisco

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Francisco on average per week?

As of September 2025, there are 824 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

Frontier, Alaska Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Los Angeles according to our data. Frontier is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of September 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco 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 Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Frontier flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco

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29 Sep

LAX4:31 p.m.Los Angeles

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SFO6:07 p.m.San Francisco

2 Oct

SFO2:12 p.m.San Francisco

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19 Sep

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28 Feb

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Los Angeles is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 157, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of September is another great option to travel to San Francisco, with average flight prices from Los Angeles averaging around C$ 165.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Los Angeles to San Francisco is on a Sunday. Travellers who choose to depart for San Francisco on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as C$ 319. On the other hand, Tuesday is the most expensive day to depart from Los Angeles because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 1,069.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

Flying to San Francisco from Los Angeles at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as C$ 225 when looking at flights departing at noon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San Francisco is in the evening when prices are around C$ 1,069.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around C$ 204 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles for as low as C$ 158 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Los Angeles to San Francisco flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Los Angeles to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Los Angeles to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Los Angeles to San Francisco flights are approximately 26% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	C$ 81
Fastest flight time	1h 17m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in San Francisco	1 airport

The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Los Angeles in the past 72 hours is C$ 81. The best round-trip flight deal from Los Angeles to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 273.

The fastest flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco takes 1h 17m

Direct flights go from Los Angeles to San Francisco every day.

There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

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How far is Los Angeles to San Francisco by plane?
The straight-line distance from Los Angeles to San Francisco is 555.1 km. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 1h 17m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport?
As of September 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco 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 Los Angeles Airport to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Los Angeles to San Francisco is Boeing 737-800, representing 16.15% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-900 at 13.91%, Embraer 175 at 12.52%, and Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 12.30%.
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Los Angeles to San Francisco is Frontier, representing 61% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Alaska Airlines at 20% and Southwest at 20%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom C$ 74	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,177 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 126	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 10,000 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom C$ 136	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,248 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Alaska Airlines Flights From Los Angeles to San Francisco
Alaska Airlines operates around 37 flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been C$ 216, but momondo users have found Alaska Airlines deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco from as low as C$ 91 round-trip. Alaska Airlines has been scored 8.0/10 in 10,000 reviews.
Southwest Flights From Los Angeles to San Francisco
Southwest is also a popular choice for this route. Southwest flight deals for Los Angeles to San Francisco start from as low as C$ 98 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Southwest deals seen on momondo around C$ 137. Southwest operates 18 flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles in an average week. Users have rated it 8.0/10 across 4,248 reviews.

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How have Los Angeles to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Los Angeles to San Francisco flights are approximately 26% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Francisco on average per day?

The number of flights available between Los Angeles and San Francisco is 117 per day as of September 2025. The most frequent departure time is 4:00p.m., with 34% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Los Angeles to San Francisco on average per week?

As of September 2025, there are 824 flights per week flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

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