Question 1

How long does a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco take?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight to San Francisco will take on average 1h 20m to travel the 874 km flying distance from Los Angeles. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

How many flights are there between Los Angeles and San Francisco per day?

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 30 and 35 direct flights that take off from Los Angeles and land in San Francisco, with an average flight time of 1h 28m. The most common departure time is 18:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 229 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Thursday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Sunday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco was $59 for a one-way ticket and $89 for a return. <a href='/flight-routes/Los-Angeles-LAX/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

Which airlines fly most frequently between Los Angeles and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Los Angeles and San Francisco are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (70 flights per week), Delta (47 flights per week), and Alaska Airlines (46 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 5

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San Francisco on a Monday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Tuesday and avoiding Mondays for the best deals. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 6

Which airports will I be using when flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

On your way to San Francisco, you’ll fly out from Los Angeles. You’ll be landing at San Francisco. <a href='/flight-routes/Los-Angeles-LAX/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 7

What’s the earliest departure time from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Los Angeles at 05:20 and will be landing in San Francisco at 06:40.

Question 8

What’s the latest departure time from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco jets off at 22:52 and lands at 00:19.

Question 9

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines, Japan Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route.

Question 10

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route.

Question 11

Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and San Francisco, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

Question 12

On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco on a daily basis.

Question 13

Is Wi-Fi available at airports in Los Angeles and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

To cater to business and leisure travelers, LAX, San Francisco International Airport, and San Jose International Airport offer free wireless internet services.

Question 14

What kind of dining options can I find at Los Angeles International Airport?

Accepted Answer

With over 90 food and beverage outlets, LAX has something to suit your mood and preference. Enjoy a drink at the sophisticated Petrossian Caviar & Champagne Bar, dine on upscale French-Japanese fusion cuisine at Chaya, or grab a quick burger, frozen yoghurt, or coffee.

Question 15

I’m traveling with kids. How can I keep them entertained at LAX?

Accepted Answer

The LAX Beach is a beach-themed play area for children aged between 2 and 8 years old. Located at the Tom Bradley International Terminal, kids can play safely and burn off some energy before getting on a flight.

Question 16

What are the public transport options from San Francisco International Airport to the center?

Accepted Answer

BART operates a rapid rail service from San Francisco International Airport to San Francisco and the East Bay. Get the free AirTrain from any terminal to the SFO BART Station. SamTrans runs a bus service connecting the airport with San Mateo County and parts of San Francisco. A number of routes stop at the Airport terminals including SFO and ECR. The Caltrain Commuter Rail provides a rail service between San Francisco and San Jose. Take a SamTrans bus to Caltrain’s Millbrae Station to connect.

Question 17

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco is October, where tickets cost $192 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $301 and $267 respectively.

Question 18

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. <a href='/flight-routes/Los-Angeles-LAX/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now. <a href='/flight-routes/Los-Angeles-LAX/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/Los-Angeles-LAX/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 21

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/Los-Angeles-LAX/San-Francisco-SFO'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 22

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Los Angeles and San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 23

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Los Angeles to San Francisco were found on Frontier ($151) and Alaska Airlines ($189).

Question 24

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

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What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco is October, where tickets cost $192 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $301 and $267 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 6 weeks before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

In the past 3 days, the cheapest return tickets from Los Angeles to San Francisco were found on Frontier ($151) and Alaska Airlines ($189).

Which airlines fly most frequently between Los Angeles and San Francisco?

Los Angeles and San Francisco are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (70 flights per week), Delta (47 flights per week), and Alaska Airlines (46 flights per week).

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Los Angeles and San Francisco?

There are 3 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How many flights are there between Los Angeles and San Francisco per day?

How long does a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco take?

A direct flight to San Francisco will take on average 1h 20m to travel the 874 km flying distance from Los Angeles.

What’s the earliest departure time from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Los Angeles at 05:20 and will be landing in San Francisco at 06:40.

What’s the latest departure time from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco jets off at 22:52 and lands at 00:19.

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Is Wi-Fi available at airports in Los Angeles and San Francisco?

To cater to business and leisure travelers, LAX, San Francisco International Airport, and San Jose International Airport offer free wireless internet services.

What kind of dining options can I find at Los Angeles International Airport?

With over 90 food and beverage outlets, LAX has something to suit your mood and preference. Enjoy a drink at the sophisticated Petrossian Caviar & Champagne Bar, dine on upscale French-Japanese fusion cuisine at Chaya, or grab a quick burger, frozen yoghurt, or coffee.

I’m traveling with kids. How can I keep them entertained at LAX?

The LAX Beach is a beach-themed play area for children aged between 2 and 8 years old. Located at the Tom Bradley International Terminal, kids can play safely and burn off some energy before getting on a flight.

What are the public transport options from San Francisco International Airport to the center?

What is the cheapest flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco was $59 for a one-way ticket and $89 for a return.

Which airports will I be using when flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

On your way to San Francisco, you’ll fly out from Los Angeles. You’ll be landing at San Francisco.

Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

American Airlines, Delta, Alaska Airlines, Japan Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route.

Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

The Airbus A320neo is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route.

Which airline alliances offer flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

oneworld, SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Los Angeles and San Francisco, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

There are direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco on a daily basis.

How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Francisco from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to San Francisco with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Francisco from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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