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

Each day, there are between 30 and 34 direct flights that take off from San Francisco and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 1h 31m. The most common departure time is 16:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 228 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Each day, there are between 30 and 34 direct flights that take off from San Francisco and land in Los Angeles, with an average flight time of 1h 31m. The most common departure time is 16:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 228 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Monday, when 15% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

San Francisco and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (68 flights per week), Delta (48 flights per week), and Alaska Airlines (46 flights per week). Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Los Angeles on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Wednesdays for better deals. Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 05:00 and will be landing in Los Angeles at 06:29.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles jets off at 22:35 and lands at 00:10.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Los Angeles flight route.

Question 8

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 9

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 10

Where can I find prayer rooms in Los Angeles International Airport?

Accepted Answer

In the Private Suite Terminal of the airport, you can find multi-faith prayer rooms and several other comfort additions, such as daybeds and even a food pantry. However, you do have to purchase an annual membership to access this terminal of Los Angeles Airport.

Question 11

Can I fly direct from San Francisco to Los Angeles?

Accepted Answer

There are several direct flights available for this route. You will be able to choose from airlines such as Delta, American Airways, and Alaska Airlines as these airlines provide direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Question 12

Where is the food court at Los Angeles International Airport?

Accepted Answer

The food court is located at Tom Bradley Terminal of the Los Angeles International Airport. Some restaurants located at the airport include Barney’s Beanery, SeaLegs Wine Bar, and Built Custom Burgers. You will also be able to find a McDonald's at the airport.

Question 13

How can I access airport lounges at San Francisco International Airport?

Accepted Answer

You do not have to be a member of an airline to access the airport lounges at San Francisco International Airport as you will be able to purchase a day pass as an economy class traveller.

Question 14

Where can I find childcare facilities at San Francisco International Airport?

Accepted Answer

If you are travelling with young children, you can find child-care facilities such as play areas, nurseries, and others in Terminal 2 of the airport.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles is September, where tickets cost $201 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $311 and $289 respectively.

Question 16

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

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 San Francisco to Los Angeles. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 18

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

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 Los Angeles with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 19

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

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 Los Angeles from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best. <a href='/flight-routes/San-Francisco-SFO/Los-Angeles-LAX'>Visit our flight page for the latest deals!>/a>

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

Question 21

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

Accepted Answer

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Los Angeles on a Tuesday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to San Francisco, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Wednesdays for better deals.

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

The cheapest month for flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles is September, where tickets cost $201 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $311 and $289 respectively.

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

To get a below average price on the flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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

San Francisco and Los Angeles are connected by different airlines. The airlines that fly that route the most regularly are United Airlines (68 flights per week), Delta (48 flights per week), and Alaska Airlines (46 flights per week).

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

There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is 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 San Francisco and Los Angeles per day?

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

Early birds can take the earliest flight from San Francisco at 05:00 and will be landing in Los Angeles at 06:29.

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

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles jets off at 22:35 and lands at 00:10.

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Where can I find prayer rooms in Los Angeles International Airport?

In the Private Suite Terminal of the airport, you can find multi-faith prayer rooms and several other comfort additions, such as daybeds and even a food pantry. However, you do have to purchase an annual membership to access this terminal of Los Angeles Airport.

Can I fly direct from San Francisco to Los Angeles?

There are several direct flights available for this route. You will be able to choose from airlines such as Delta, American Airways, and Alaska Airlines as these airlines provide direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Los Angeles International Airport.

Where is the food court at Los Angeles International Airport?

The food court is located at Tom Bradley Terminal of the Los Angeles International Airport. Some restaurants located at the airport include Barney’s Beanery, SeaLegs Wine Bar, and Built Custom Burgers. You will also be able to find a McDonald's at the airport.

How can I access airport lounges at San Francisco International Airport?

You do not have to be a member of an airline to access the airport lounges at San Francisco International Airport as you will be able to purchase a day pass as an economy class traveller.

Where can I find childcare facilities at San Francisco International Airport?

If you are travelling with young children, you can find child-care facilities such as play areas, nurseries, and others in Terminal 2 of the airport.

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

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

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

The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Francisco to Los Angeles flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

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 San Francisco to Los Angeles.

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

KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Los Angeles from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Los Angeles?

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 Los Angeles with an airline and back to San Francisco with another airline.

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

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 Los Angeles from San Francisco up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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