On this page, you can find and purchase flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles. The 559 km flight is one of the most popular routes in the US, with around 306 flights per week.
Airlines such as United Airlines and Delta Air Lines operate these flights, with ticket prices depending on seasonality and demand. To plan your budget, use our price trend graph, and find transfer information in the sections on getting to San Francisco airport and from Los Angeles airport.
The table shows direct flights San Francisco → Los Angeles on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 19 min. Regular flights are operated by Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and American Airlines. Departures from San Francisco International Airport airports, arrivals at Los Angeles International Airport and Ontario International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for San Francisco — Los Angeles by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 115 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,480 in a. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
San Francisco → Los Angeles, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 403 | medium | May | AED 372 | low | Sep | AED 357 | low |
| Feb | AED 367 | low | Jun | AED 443 | high | Oct | AED 398 | medium |
| Mar | AED 352 | low | Jul | AED 473 | high | Nov | AED 357 | low |
| Apr | AED 392 | medium | Aug | AED 453 | high | Dec | AED 463 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
The hottest month in Los Angeles is August, with temperatures reaching up to 32°C, while March is considered the rainiest. Winters remain mild, with daytime highs in January and February staying around 18-19°C.
The most budget-friendly fares are available in July and August, when ticket prices start AED 120. The peak price increase occurs in May—during this period, flights can cost AED 1,480.
For those looking for a balance between comfortable weather and cost, June is an excellent choice, with starting prices AED 195. We recommend avoiding bookings for May due to unusually high seasonal rates.
Numerous carriers operate on this route, including key market players like United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta Air Lines. Most flights are direct, and the high frequency (around 306 departures per week) allows you to choose a convenient time throughout the day. To view a detailed schedule for specific dates, check the list of airlines below.
Flights San Francisco — Los Angeles depart from San Francisco International Airport and arrive at Los Angeles International Airport and Ontario International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 559 km; the average travel time for a direct flight is approximately 1 hour 20 minutes.
Regular service is provided by United Airlines, Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, and the low-cost carrier Frontier Airlines.
Yes, this is an extremely popular route with over 300 direct flights per week.
The primary arrival airport for flights from San Francisco is Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
The lowest prices are usually available when purchasing in advance; you can track current offers for the coming months in the low price calendar on this page.
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