San Francisco Bay Area

$46+ Cheap flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
Mar 29 — Apr 51
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Cheapest flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 27, 2026.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/26:00 am
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 48m
Frontier
Mon 4/610:50 pm
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$68
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/276:10 am
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 48m
Frontier
Mon 3/3010:48 pm
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 2/24$69
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/16:09 pm
LAX
-
SJC
Nonstop1h 18m
Frontier
Mon 5/46:39 pm
SJC
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 2/23$72
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/1411:55 am
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 57m
Frontier
Tue 4/147:40 pm
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 2/24$74
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/26. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/254:49 pm
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 56m
Frontier
Thu 5/79:33 pm
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 2/26$75
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/1611:55 am
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 57m
Frontier
Sun 4/192:47 pm
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 2/23$76
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/244:47 pm
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/259:07 pm
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/23$77
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Tue 4/214:49 pm
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 56m
Frontier
Fri 5/19:20 pm
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$78
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Mon 3/165:28 pm
LAX
-
SJC
Nonstop1h 19m
Frontier
Mon 3/2310:20 am
SJC
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 2/24$78
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Thu 4/169:43 pm
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/208:35 pm
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/25$80
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/24. 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.
Sat 3/148:01 pm
LAX
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 37m
Frontier
Tue 3/178:09 pm
SFO
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 30m
Frontier
Deal found 2/24$83
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/25. 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.
Mon 6/16:00 am
LAS
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 43m
Frontier
Thu 6/48:43 am
SFO
-
LAS
Nonstop1h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 2/25$84

Find flight deals from California to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated February 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$68
(Super.com)

One-way from

$46
(Jetabroad)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$201
Provider with most accurate pricing for Los Angeles-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Los Angeles-San Francisco flights.
From California to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area 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 February 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 3/17

6:05 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

7:15 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$97

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Fri 3/27

6:30 am-7:54 am

Nonstop1h 24m

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

8:55 am-10:27 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$127

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 5/27

7:50 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Sat 5/30

4:55 pm-6:31 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$135

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Fri 4/10

6:36 am-8:24 am

Nonstop1h 48m

San Francisco

Sun 4/12

7:00 am-8:44 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$137

Las VegasSan Francisco

LAS - SFO

LASSFO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 5/12

4:58 pm-6:41 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

San Francisco

Wed 6/10

3:49 pm-5:33 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$137

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 3/23

8:45 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 3/24

3:30 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$137

Las VegasSan Francisco

LAS - SFO

LASSFO

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/25

6:50 am-10:35 am

1 stop3h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

2:30 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$142

Los AngelesSan Jose

LAX - SJC

LAXSJC

Los Angeles

Tue 4/7

7:00 am-8:16 am

Nonstop1h 16m

San Jose

Tue 4/7

1:50 pm-3:12 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$149

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Fri 4/24

8:45 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

San Francisco

Sat 4/25

10:10 am-5:50 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$150

San DiegoSan Francisco

SAN - SFO

SANSFO

San Diego

Sat 3/21

7:20 pm-12:10 am

1 stop4h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$151

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Best time to book a flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco Bay Area from California with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $31). Flying from California to San Francisco Bay Area in November is currently the most expensive (average of $62). 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 CA to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from California to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 27, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from California to San Francisco Bay Area in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 18% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to San Francisco Bay Area?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to San Francisco Bay Area. Price data was last updated on October 12, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from California to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from California to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 February 27, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to zzXIH are scheduled on a Thursday (164 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (66 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 San Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated February 27, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from California to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to San Francisco Bay Area. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How popular is this California to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

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

    A quick flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area can take about 1h 24m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $127. California and San Francisco Bay Area are separated by a distance of 338 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $22. Frontier flights start at $23 while deals on Breeze Airways start at $23 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to San Francisco Bay Area 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 California to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $31). Flying from California to San Francisco Bay Area in November is currently the most expensive (average of $62). 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 10 airlines flying from California to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from California to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 February 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$22Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$27Average$104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$28Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$47Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$57Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$67Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$77Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$79Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
JetBlueCheapest$85Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$107Average$384FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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