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$54+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Malibu, CA

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SFO — LAX
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Malibu

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Malibu flight deals. Data was last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$84
(Frontier)

One-way from

$54
(Delta)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$171
From San Francisco to Malibu
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Malibu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Malibu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/2911:45 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Sun 8/319:10 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$84
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/277:25 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/2710:26 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$102
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/303:45 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mDelta
Tue 9/91:30 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/29$107
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/254:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/210:34 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$117
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:00 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 8/218:52 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 28mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/27$121
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/611:20 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/210:34 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$124
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/306:50 amSFO - LAX
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Sun 8/319:00 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$127

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Malibu 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Malibu that are best for you.

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San Francisco

Fly to

Malibu

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Fri 8/29

11:45 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

9:10 am-10:40 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$84

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

7:25 am-8:57 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

10:26 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$102

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

6:58 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

4:00 pm-5:17 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$107

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

6:00 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Los Angeles

Fri 9/5

10:34 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$112

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Wed 8/6

11:20 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

10:34 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$124

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

5:50 am-7:28 am

Nonstop1h 38m

Los Angeles

Mon 9/22

10:42 pm-7:52 am

1 stop9h 10m

$126

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

6:50 am-2:35 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Los Angeles

Sun 8/31

9:00 am-10:20 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$127

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

6:58 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$54

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Sat 8/16

11:20 am-12:55 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$56

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

11:00 am-12:29 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$58

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Malibu

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Malibu

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Malibu. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Malibu is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Malibu (average of $246). Flying from San Francisco to Malibu in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 SFO to ML9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Malibu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco to Malibu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Malibu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Malibu. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Malibu flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Malibu

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Malibu. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 29, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to ML9 are scheduled on a Monday (179 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (103 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Malibu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malibu. 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 Malibu. Reviews last updated July 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Francisco to Malibu by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

ZLO - LAX

I liked flying Alaska. One exception; On the flight from Manzanillo to LA the air conditioner was producing too much cold air that kept me cold during the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Malibu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Malibu?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Malibu, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 141 outbound flights to Malibu per day. 8 airlines have flights to Malibu from San Francisco on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Malibu flight route?

    Within the past month, 583 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Malibu.

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

    $54 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Hawaiian Airlines, with prices starting from $56 and $58, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Malibu are Finnair (90%), Avianca (88%) and Air China (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Malibu?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Malibu is generally $1,247, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $53. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $43 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Malibu 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 San Francisco to Malibu?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Malibu (average of $246). Flying from San Francisco to Malibu in March is currently the most expensive (average of $326). 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Malibu

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Malibu. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$29Average$95FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$30Average$81FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$51Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$58Average$225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$71Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$78Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$110Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$116Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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