Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles (LAX) from $23

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SFO — LAX
Jun 18 — Jun 251

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles?

Users have found that booking a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles at least 36 days early can save you up to 55% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 36 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles for as little as $138 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $189 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles?

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Los Angeles from San Francisco Bay Area. Users have commonly found prices around $147 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $44. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in November.

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles as you normally would.

Cheap San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,214,720 searches. Prices were last updated on June 13, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 6/252:04 pmOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/266:20 amLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$41
Wed 7/318:43 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/79:40 pmLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$42
Tue 6/256:07 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/266:20 amLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$43
Tue 7/26:07 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/109:40 pmLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$44
Wed 7/175:30 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/179:40 pmLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$46
Wed 7/105:30 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/167:16 amLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/13$50
Wed 6/265:30 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/38:20 pmLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$51
Tue 7/92:41 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Tue 7/168:15 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 19mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$51
Wed 6/195:30 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/285:25 amLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$52

San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco Bay Area and Los Angeles in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,214,720 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 9/175:51 pmSJC - LAX
Nonstop1h 18mFrontier
Wed 9/188:09 pmLAX - SJC
Nonstop1h 11mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$38
Tue 8/132:41 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Tue 8/209:30 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$38
Tue 9/172:41 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Wed 9/189:30 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$40
Tue 6/252:04 pmOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/266:20 amLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$41
Wed 7/318:43 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/79:40 pmLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$42
Mon 8/195:51 pmSJC - LAX
Nonstop1h 18mFrontier
Tue 8/278:09 pmLAX - SJC
Nonstop1h 11mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$43
Tue 6/256:07 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 6/266:20 amLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$43
Tue 8/132:41 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mFrontier
Mon 8/199:30 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$43
Tue 7/26:07 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Wed 7/109:40 pmLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$44

San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,214,720 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Wed 6/195:30 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/245:25 amLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$41
Wed 6/195:30 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/215:25 amLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$51
Wed 6/195:30 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/285:25 amLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$52
Wed 6/195:30 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/276:40 amLAX - OAK
1 stop8h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$53
Wed 6/195:30 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Mon 6/2410:54 pmLAX - OAK
1 stop12h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$54
Thu 6/202:42 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Wed 6/268:15 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mFrontier
Deal found 6/13$54
Wed 6/192:42 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Wed 6/268:15 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$58
Thu 6/202:42 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Tue 6/258:15 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/11$63
Wed 6/192:42 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mFrontier
Thu 6/208:15 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$65

One-way flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco Bay Area

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,214,720 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles. Those needing a return flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles can use the search form above.
Tue 9/103:11 pmOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$23
Wed 6/265:30 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mCitizenPlane
Deal found 6/12$25
Wed 9/410:14 amOAK - LAX
1 stop4h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$27
Fri 6/285:30 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/13$30
Wed 7/35:30 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$31
Sat 7/135:30 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$32
Tue 6/255:39 pmOAK - LAX
1 stop3h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$33
Tue 6/255:15 amOAK - LAX
1 stop12h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$34
Tue 9/105:53 pmOAK - LAX
1 stop12h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$36

Find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,214,720 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.

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OaklandLos Angeles

OAK - LAX

OAKLAX

Oakland

Wed 7/17

Nonstop1h 32m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/23

Nonstop1h 21m

$39

OaklandLos Angeles

OAK - LAX

OAKLAX

Oakland

Tue 7/16

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/17

Nonstop1h 21m

$40

OaklandLos Angeles

OAK - LAX

OAKLAX

Oakland

Tue 6/25

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles

Wed 6/26

Nonstop1h 21m

$41

OaklandLos Angeles

OAK - LAX

OAKLAX

Oakland

Wed 7/31

Nonstop1h 32m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/7

Nonstop1h 21m

$42

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Wed 7/10

Nonstop1h 29m

Los Angeles

Tue 7/16

Nonstop1h 19m

$51

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Wed 7/10

Nonstop1h 29m

Los Angeles

Wed 7/17

Nonstop1h 19m

$52

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Thu 8/8

Nonstop1h 25m

Los Angeles

Mon 8/12

Nonstop1h 17m

$75

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

Nonstop1h 32m

Los Angeles

Tue 8/20

Nonstop1h 22m

$79

San JoseLos Angeles

SJC - LAX

SJCLAX

San Jose

Fri 9/6

Nonstop1h 26m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/6

Nonstop1h 11m

$86

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Reviews of airlines servicing Los Angeles

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Los Angeles. 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 Los Angeles. Reviews last updated June 13, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles, such as Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,872 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,872 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,872 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.1
Very good
9,272 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,872 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,872 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.6
Good
4,260 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,872 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
5,872 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.2

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Wish the there were an electrical outlet to plug the phone. it died within 10 minutes of being in the air.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Los Angeles from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Los Angeles (LAX), located 9.4 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $39, but on average you can expect to pay $49.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles is less than $44.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles for under $100?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles within the next 7 days for less than $100.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

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

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

    Per day, 71 flights depart from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles on average.
    Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 10% of flight departures
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 35% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 24% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 31% of flight departures

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

    A quick flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles can take about 1h 29m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $39. Airlines will cover a distance of 339 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $23. However, be on the lookout for offers from CitizenPlane and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles?

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

    Before booking your flight to Los Angeles from San Francisco Bay Area, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: United Airlines (87%), Avianca (87%), Virgin Australia( 85%).

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles is generally $774, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $45. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $59 for that flight.

  • What does SFO to LAX mean?

    SFO and LAX are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. SFO to LAX refers to a flight route from San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Airport. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: San Jose Airport (SJC), Oakland Airport (OAK), Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport (STS), Napa County Airport (APC), Concord Buchanan Fld Airport (CCR).

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/13.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles?

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles (average of $238). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles in July is currently the most expensive (average of $321). 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 9 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles. 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 3,214,720 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$69FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$26Average$87FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$39Average$90FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$45Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$48Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$50Average$129FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$54Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$60Average$136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$91Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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Hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Los Angeles

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12%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
41%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
37%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
10%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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