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

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From Los Angeles to San Francisco

Are flight prices decreasing from Los Angeles to San Francisco 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 Los Angeles and San Francisco 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.

What safety measures are being taken by airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco to control the spread of COVID-19?

Airlines globally have implemented additional safety measures to accommodate you. Delta and Alaska Airlines are some airlines that have done so. Some of the new policies that have been implemented to accommodate travelers flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco are improved sanitation, HEPA filters, mask requirements, social distance seating (for a limited time), and pre-flight testing for antibodies and symptoms. Policies will vary by airline.

Which airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Some of the carriers operating flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that may be offering flexible cancellation policies are United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines. Our site will let you filter for all airlines offering greater flexibility due to COVID-19.

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

Yes, there are multiple flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Alaska Airlines for just $80, but on average you can expect to pay $98.

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

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco is less than $111.

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

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

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

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

How popular is this flight route?

The Los Angeles to San Francisco flight path was viewed by 880 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

9 flight departures from Los Angeles to San Francisco per day on average.
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 100% of flight departures

Does it rain more in Los Angeles or San Francisco?

In Los Angeles, there will be less rainfall in Los Angeles compared to San Francisco over the next 10 days.

Is Los Angeles weather warmer or cooler than San Francisco?

We forecast the temperature to be around the 90 °F's in August, on average. The temperature in San Francisco is generally colder than in Los Angeles. Book flights in a timely manner in correlation to your departure date.

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

Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco in about 1h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Los Angeles and San Francisco is about 339 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Los Angeles to San Francisco is Alaska Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $80 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $88 and $98 round-trip. Users have found that Alaska Airlines is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $29. Users have also found prices from $44 and $49 on Alaska Airlines and Frontier, respectively.