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Cheap flights Los Angeles to San Francisco
Compare flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco in one place: the cheapest dates, airlines and trusted booking partners are listed below.
Date:
Travel time
Flights≈ 1 h 22 min
Distance
LAX – SFO559 km
Time difference
United States · United StatesSame time zone
Search: Los Angeles → San Francisco Return route: San Francisco → Los Angeles
Price calendar: Los Angeles → San Francisco
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Cheapest dates we found
Wed, Jan 13~32 ₼F9 · directWed, Dec 9~32 ₼F9 · directWed, Jan 20~34 ₼F9 · directTue, Dec 8~34 ₼F9 · directTue, Dec 29~51 ₼F9 · directThu, Jan 7~58 ₼F9 · direct
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Flight, train or bus: compare
| Transport | Travel time | CO₂ (per person) | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlightsFastest | ≈ 3 h 52 min | ≈ 94 kg | ~32 ₼ |
| Trains | ≈ 8 h 6 min | ≈ 24 kg | See prices › |
| BusesLowest CO₂ | ≈ 11 h 5 min | ≈ 19 kg | See prices › |
Times and CO₂ are estimates based on distance and average values for each mode.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take Los Angeles to San Francisco?
Flights: about 1 h 22 min. The straight-line distance is 559 km.
How much is a ticket Los Angeles to San Francisco?
The cheapest fare we found starts at $18.8 (2027-01-13). Prices change daily, so compare partners before booking.
Is there a time difference between Los Angeles and San Francisco?
Same time zone
What other ways are there to travel Los Angeles to San Francisco?
Options on this route: flights, trains, buses.