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Find the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Los Angeles International to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Los Angeles to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$55
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 27 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week1,599

Finding cheap flights from Los Angeles International to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Los Angeles International to San Francisco International is C$55. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 27 minutes is the average flight time from Los Angeles International to San Francisco International.
WestJet, SkyWest Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from Los Angeles International to San Francisco International.
There are 1,599 flights per week flying from Los Angeles International to San Francisco International, as of May 2024.
The cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles International to San Francisco International is usually May.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Los Angeles International Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Thursday, May 30, 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 27 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco International is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Flying out of Los Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport is also a busy domestic hub offering 680 flights to 96 domestic cities daily. Almost every domestic carrier uses this airport. The airport is located in Westchester about 16 miles from downtown LA. Airlines that fly this route are American Airlines, Alaska Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, United and more. It takes about 1 hour 25 minutes to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The U.S. Transportation Security Administration’s website has an up-to-date list of items permitted and prohibited in carry-on or checked luggage.

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Passengers need to be at the airport at least 1 hour before a scheduled domestic flight.

San Francisco International Airport

San Francisco International Airport is located 13 miles south of downtown San Francisco. It is Northern California's largest airport and has many shops and restaurants, business facilities and lounges, traveler assistance and currency exchange services. As well as providing for passenger needs it has three fully-fenced outdoor animal relief areas with water bowls and disposable gloves in the garbage areas.

There are many options for getting from the airport to the city. The Air Train will get you around the airport to whichever form of transport you wish to use. The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) is the metro rail system and has an airport station. You can use the BART system to connect with CalTrain to reach destinations outside the metro area. There are also taxis, shared ride van services, and buses. Alternatively, you can arrange for transportation via Skyscanner’s car rental.

Tips for Traveling to San Francisco

Wear comfortable shoes and bring warm clothes. San Francisco is built on very steep hills and has a mild climate even in summer.

Make dinner reservations. San Francisco is renowned for its many outstanding eateries but most will require a booking for you to get a seat.

Leave the car behind. Parking is scarce and the public transport system will get you almost anywhere you want to go.

Attractions in San Francisco

San Francisco has almost endless artistic, cultural and entertainment options.

The iconic Golden Gate Bridge at sunset is a photo opportunity not to be missed. Golden Gate National Park, Alcatraz and the Museum of Modern Art are also popular tourist attractions.

Rent a bicycle and ride across the Golden Gate Bridge to visit Sausalito and see the city from a whole new perspective. Take a ride on a historic cable car, the last manually operated system in the world. Or head over to Embarcadero for great shopping with a beautiful view.

For a vacation or just a weekend trip, San Francisco is a wonderful place to visit. Put on a comfortable pair of shoes and start exploring.


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