Downtown Los Angeles skyline beneath a soft pink sky at sunrise.

San Francisco to Los Angeles flights (SFO to LAX)

Flying from San Francisco to Los Angeles is easy with regular nonstop service. Fares can move quickly, so tracking the route early gives you more chances to catch a better price.

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Sample fare for a SFO - LAX flight 60 days out. Your fare depends on the date you pick.

Airlines on this route

  • Alaska AirlinesAlaska Airlines
  • American AirlinesAmerican Airlines
  • Delta Air LinesDelta Air Lines
  • United AirlinesUnited Airlines

About flying San Francisco to Los Angeles

The San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX) route is a popular domestic corridor in the United States, with regular nonstop service from Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, United Airlines. A nonstop flight takes about 1h 30m and covers roughly 543 km.

Fares change with season, departure time, and how full each flight is. January through March and September are often the better-value travel windows, while summer weekends and the year-end holiday period usually bring stronger demand. Starting your search several weeks ahead gives Smart Booking more time to watch the route and act when the fare reaches your target.

Los Angeles is a quick flight from the Bay Area, but the city spreads far beyond LAX. Choose where you are staying before selecting a flight time so the airport transfer fits your plans.

Smart Booking on Nomadiq watches the route continuously and books automatically when the fare drops to your target, so you do not have to keep checking prices yourself.

Route facts

Distance
543 km
Flight time
1h 30m
Time difference
Same time zone
Currency
USD (US Dollar)
Travel
Domestic US route

Frequently asked questions

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