Cheap flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles (SFO - LAX)

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From San Francisco to Los Angeles

Are flight prices decreasing from San Francisco to Los Angeles due to COVID-19 (coronavirus)?

At this time, Cheapflights has noticed price decreases for many domestic flights due to COVID-19. Travel is not necessarily recommended at this time, and flights may be prone to cancellation: please check with local authorities in both San Francisco and Los Angeles for travel alerts, and be sure to review the airline's cancellation policy and travel advisories before booking. For more information, please view our post on what to know about COVID-19 (coronavirus) and travel.

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

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $92, but on average you can expect to pay $104.

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

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles is less than $110.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Los Angeles for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles within the next 7 days for less than $200.

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

Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday.

How popular is this flight route?

The San Francisco to Los Angeles flight path was viewed by 792 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

What is the cheapest airline for this route?

The cheapest airline for this route is United Air Lines Inc.. When flying this airline from San Francisco to Los Angeles on average you can expect to find 373 flights available for this route daily.

How long does the flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles take?

You can expect a flight time of up to 2 hours for nonstop. Airlines will travel a distance of up to 211 miles.

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

On average 15 flights depart from San Francisco to Los Angeles per day.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 53% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 47% of flight departures

Does it rain more in San Francisco or Los Angeles?

When traveling, it's generally smart to pack in preparation for rain or any other conditions that may arise. The rainfall in San Francisco is roughly similar to Los Angeles. You can assume this to be the case over the next 2 days.

Is San Francisco weather warmer or cooler than Los Angeles?

You can imagine temperatures to be in the 90 °F range in August. The weather in Los Angeles is generally hotter than San Francisco's. As flight availability is subject to become more limited as peak season approaches it is ideal to book in a timely manner.