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$54+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 9/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SFO
Aug 10 — Aug 171
Sun 8/10
Sun 8/17
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated August 5, 2025.

Round-trip from

$80
(Southwest)

One-way from

$54
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$132
From Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 5, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Thu 9/46:30 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Mon 9/812:35 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/5$80
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Thu 9/184:00 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 18mDelta
Mon 9/228:59 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 8/4$81
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Thu 9/48:35 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Mon 9/85:55 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mDelta
Deal found 8/5$82
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Wed 8/277:55 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Wed 8/277:20 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/5$83
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/119:37 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Sun 9/1411:48 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 38mFrontier
Deal found 8/5$85
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Tue 9/26:30 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Thu 9/43:45 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mDelta
Deal found 8/4$86
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Mon 8/258:45 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Wed 9/33:25 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/5$87
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Thu 9/48:45 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Sun 9/76:00 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 8/5$89
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Thu 8/284:00 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 17mDelta
Sat 8/303:45 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 28mDelta
Deal found 8/5$91
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 9/275:30 amLAX - SFO
1 stop3h 35mSouthwest
Sat 9/276:20 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/4$92
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Thu 9/46:30 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Sun 9/79:05 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mDelta
Deal found 8/4$93
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:45 amLAX - SJC
1 stop4h 59mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/2512:39 pmSJC - LAX
1 stop6h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/4$114

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 August 5, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Los Angeles

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San Francisco Bay Area

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Price

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

6:30 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

12:35 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$80

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 9/18

4:00 pm-5:18 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

San Francisco

Mon 9/22

8:59 pm-10:34 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$81

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

8:35 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 9/8

5:55 am-7:24 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$82

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

7:55 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

7:20 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$83

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 9/11

9:37 am-11:13 am

Nonstop1h 36m

San Francisco

Sun 9/14

11:48 am-1:26 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$85

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Tue 9/2

6:30 am-7:51 am

Nonstop1h 21m

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

3:45 pm-5:13 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$86

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Mon 8/25

6:30 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 15m

San Francisco

Wed 8/27

7:00 am-8:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$87

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 9/4

8:45 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 9/7

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$89

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Thu 8/28

4:00 pm-5:17 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

3:45 pm-5:13 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$91

Los AngelesSan Francisco

LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

Los Angeles

Sat 9/27

5:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop3h 35m

San Francisco

Sat 9/27

6:20 pm-7:45 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$92

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 LAX to XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 August 5, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 August 5, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to zzXIH are scheduled on a Tuesday (158 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (63 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 August 5, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. 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

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,623 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

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

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

    The Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area flight path was viewed by 467 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $54 on Hawaiian Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $55 and Southwest from $56 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Los Angeles - San Jose or Los Angeles - Oakland, Los Angeles - San Francisco is the most popular route from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco Bay Area from Los Angeles, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (88%), China Southern (87%), American Airlines( 85%).

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

    While on average a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area is generally $724, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $53. When looking at the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $72 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 Los Angeles to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 August 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$24Average$84FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$31Average$90FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Avelo AirlinesCheapest$48Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$58Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$78Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
DeltaCheapest$91Average$192FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$107Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$107Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$115Average$216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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