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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles

Compare San Francisco to Los Angeles fares from SFO to LAX, with BART directions at SFO and where each airline sits at LAX.

SFO to LAX · 338 mi · 1h 22m est.

SFO to LAX
338 miles
1h 22m nonstop (estimated)
5 airlines in our fare results

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San Francisco to Los Angeles flight insights

Average flight time

~1h 22m (estimated)

SFO → LAX

Cheapest cached price

$58

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Prices shown may not be current. Last checked: Oct 28, 2026.

Planning a trip from San Francisco to Los Angeles? The average flight time on this route is ~1h 22m (estimated). The lowest fare we recorded on this route recently was $58 (last checked Oct 28, 2026); today's live fare for your dates can differ.

San Francisco to Los Angeles covers a straight-line distance of about 338 miles. Based on that distance, a nonstop flight would take approximately ~1h 22m (estimated). Actual flight time varies by airline, aircraft and routing.

San Francisco to Los Angeles at a glance

SFO to LAX is about 338 miles in a straight line. The curved line is an illustration; the route your airline flies may differ.

Route Quick Facts

Quick facts for flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles on Eazair
Origin	San Francisco (SFO)
Destination	Los Angeles (LAX)
Average Flight Time	~1h 22m (estimated)
Current Lowest Fare	$58
Fares Last Checked	Oct 28, 2026
Distance	338 miles (SFO to LAX)
Time in Los Angeles	Same time as San Francisco
Airlines in our fare results	5

Local time in Los Angeles is the same as in San Francisco. San Francisco is on Pacific Time, Los Angeles on Pacific Time.

Flight deals from San Francisco to Los Angeles

San Francisco International (SFO) to Los Angeles International (LAX) is the pair this page searches. Oakland (OAK) and San Jose (SJC) are separate airports in the same region as SFO, and Burbank (BUR), Long Beach (LGB), Ontario (ONT) and Orange County (SNA) are separate from LAX. United, American, Delta, Frontier and Southwest have appeared in EazAir's fare checks for this route. BART says its SFO station is a short walk to United in Terminal 3.

BART stops at SFO in the International Terminal, on Level 3, on two lines: Antioch to SFIA/Millbrae and Richmond to Millbrae/SFIA. From there, walk or take the AirTrain Red Line to domestic Terminals 1, 2 and 3, which BART says are one to three minutes away. Caltrain riders change at Millbrae, which has a cross-platform connection. SamTrans routes 292, 397 and the late-night ECR OWL also stop at the terminals. Checkpoint, PreCheck and CLEAR locations were not confirmed for this guide.

LAX's airline map, dated 1 Jul 2026, puts Southwest and Frontier in Terminal 1, Delta check-in in Terminal 3, American in Terminal 4 and United in Terminals 7 and 8. Frontier passengers are bused to Terminal B. For a taxi or ride app, head to the LAX-it lot beside Terminal 1, either along the signed path or on the free LAX-it shuttle from the green bus stop signs on the first level of each terminal.

EazAir's first 13 fare checks for SFO to LAX covered 10 Sep to 16 Oct 2026, each for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days later. The highest result was at least double the lowest, and the 13 checks returned 6 different results, with the lowest on 29 Sep. Thirteen checks show that prices move, not when they bottom out. Search your own dates, and check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

Airports for San Francisco to Los Angeles flights

Departure · San Francisco

San Francisco International (SFO)

Pacific Time

Other airports near San Francisco Bay Area: Oakland International (OAK), Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International (SJC)

Arrival · Los Angeles

Los Angeles International (LAX)

Pacific Time

Other airports near Los Angeles: Long Beach (LGB), John Wayne (SNA), Ontario International (ONT), Hollywood Burbank (BUR)

About Los Angeles

Areas to know in Los Angeles

Santa Monica
Downtown LA
Silver Lake

Weather in Los Angeles

A Mediterranean climate: mild and generally dry year-round, with slightly cooler, wetter weather in the winter months.

San Francisco to Los Angeles: airport and fare guide

Checked on 17 Oct 2026 against the airport, airline and transit pages listed under Sources. Airports and airlines change these details, so confirm them with your airline before you fly.

Hollywood Burbank (BUR), Long Beach (LGB), Ontario International (ONT) and John Wayne Airport, Orange County (SNA) are separate Southern California airports, so check the airport code on every result.

Oakland (OAK) and San Jose (SJC) are separate airports in the same region. Check that your ticket says SFO.

Leaving from San Francisco International (SFO)

By BART, ride to the SFO station in the International Terminal. BART says to walk, or take the AirTrain Red Line, to Terminal 1, 2 or 3 for domestic flights.
By Caltrain, change to BART at Millbrae, which BART says has a cross-platform connection to Caltrain.
There is no BART parking at the SFO station. BART says the closest station parking is at Millbrae.
Checkpoint, TSA PreCheck and CLEAR locations could not be confirmed for this guide. Check your airline and the airport before you leave.

Arriving at Los Angeles International (LAX)

Airline	LAX terminal
Southwest	Terminal 1
Frontier	Terminal 1 (Frontier passengers are bused to Terminal B)
Delta	Check-in at Terminal 3; gates in Terminal 3 or Terminal 2
American	Terminal 4
United	Terminals 7 and 8
Other airlines	Check your boarding pass or airline app.

LAX's airline location map is dated 1 Jul 2026. Terminal 5 closed for rebuilding in October 2025, when JetBlue moved to Terminal 1 and American to Terminal 4.

Terminal 5 closed for rebuilding in October 2025. LAWA expects the new Terminal 5 just before the 2028 Olympics.
Taxis and ride apps pick up at LAX-it, a lot next to Terminal 1, reached on foot or by a free shuttle from outside baggage claim on the first level of each terminal.
The SkyLink people mover is not open yet. LAWA calls it forthcoming and gives no opening date.
LAWA warned in July 2026 of detours and longer shuttle times from work at the Tom Bradley International Terminal (Terminal B), Terminal 4 and the future Terminal 5.

Getting from LAX	Where to board	Where it goes
LAX-it (taxis and rideshare)	A pickup lot next to Terminal 1. Walk there along the signed path, or take the free LAX-it shuttle from outside baggage claim on the first level of each terminal, at the green LAX-it bus stop signs. LAX says it runs 24 hours.	Wherever you booked.
SkyLink people mover	Not open yet. LAWA calls it forthcoming and gives no opening date. LAWA says it will run 24 hours a day and be free for ticketed passengers.	Not running yet.
Metro C and K Lines	A free shuttle links every terminal with the LAX/Metro Transit Center, where it uses Bus Bays 1 and 2.	The Metro rail network.
FlyAway bus	Blue FlyAway columns on the Lower/Arrivals level in front of each terminal, 7 days a week.	Union Station and Van Nuys.

What the lowest fares include

Fare	Carry-on	Checked bag	Seat	Changes
Delta Main Basic	Delta says every passenger can bring one carry-on and one personal item free.	Delta charges for checked bags on domestic flights unless you qualify for a waiver, such as Medallion status or an eligible Delta SkyMiles American Express card.	Assigned after check-in. You may be able to buy a seat ahead of time for a fee.	Refunds are not allowed after the 24-hour risk-free cancellation window. Delta says a change or cancellation may be possible for a fee, with any value left as an eCredit.
American Basic Economy	Included, plus a personal item.	Not included, except for some AAdvantage status members and eligible cardmembers.	A free seat is assigned at check-in, or you can pay to choose one.	Generally not allowed. American describes a 24-hour window and some credit options on its Basic Economy page.
United Basic Economy	Not included on domestic flights. One personal item only, unless you are a MileagePlus Premier member, travel with one, or hold a qualifying MileagePlus card.	Not included; check United's bag fee calculator.	Assigned by United before boarding.	Changes may not be allowed. Refund if cancelled within 24 hours of booking, under United's 24-hour policy; after that, partial travel credit.
Southwest Basic	Southwest's policy allows one carry-on and one personal item.	Checked bag fees apply to Basic fares.	A free Standard seat is assigned at check-in. Preferred and Extra Legroom seats cost extra.	Only by upgrading to a Choice fare or higher. Cancelling at least 10 minutes before departure gives a flight credit, which for Basic expires 6 months from booking.
Frontier, without a bundle	Not included. One personal item only.	Not included. Prices vary by travel date and when you buy.	Costs extra, or a seat is assigned after check-in.	Not covered here. Check Frontier's rules before you book.

Based on the airlines' own pages, checked on 17 Oct 2026. Fees are left out because they change often. Check the final price, bags and fare rules on the partner site before you pay.

How EazAir measured fares on this route

EazAir's first 13 fare checks from San Francisco to Los Angeles ran from 10 Sep to 16 Oct 2026. For the return direction, Los Angeles to San Francisco, EazAir's first 6 checks ran from 9 Sep to 6 Oct 2026. Each check asked partner travel sites for the lowest one-way economy fare for one adult, departing 30 days after the check. Results can include connecting flights. The highest result was at least double the lowest. The 13 checks returned 6 different results. The lowest result came on 29 Sep. That is a small sample, so it shows that prices move, not when they are lowest. Search your own dates for current prices.

Sources

BART: San Francisco International Airport (SFO) station (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
BART: Getting to SFO (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
BART: Millbrae station (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Hollywood Burbank Airport (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Long Beach Airport (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Ontario International Airport (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
John Wayne Airport, Orange County (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: Airline list (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: Airline location map (as of 1 Jul 2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAWA: Terminal 5 closure (20 Oct 2025, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: Terminal 1 (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Los Angeles airport map (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: LAX-it (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: SkyLink (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: Traffic and ground transportation (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAX: FlyAway bus (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LAWA: Summer travel tips (1 Jul 2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
LA Metro: LAX (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Delta Main Basic (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Fares and discounts (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Carry-on baggage (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Delta: Bags (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
American Airlines: Basic Economy (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
United: Basic Economy FAQ (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Fare information (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Assigned seating (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Carry-on baggage policy (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Southwest: Fare types and benefits (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: What is included in my fare (last modified 25 Mar 2026, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: Bag options (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
Frontier: Bundles (no date shown, accessed 17 Oct 2026)
EazAir fare checks for SFO to LAX, 10 Sep 2026 to 16 Oct 2026; LAX to SFO, 9 Sep 2026 to 6 Oct 2026
LAWA: SkyLink (no date shown, accessed 26 Oct 2026)

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to SFO by BART?

Ride BART to the SFO station in the International Terminal. BART says to walk, or take the AirTrain Red Line, to Terminal 1, 2 or 3 for domestic flights.

Is there parking at the SFO BART station?

No. BART says there is no parking at the SFO station, and the closest BART station parking is at Millbrae, a 4-minute ride from SFO.

Which LAX terminal will I arrive at from San Francisco?

LAX's map lists Southwest and Frontier at Terminal 1, Delta at Terminal 3 or Terminal 2, American at Terminal 4 and United at Terminals 7 and 8. Frontier passengers are bused to Terminal B.

How do I get to Union Station from LAX?

FlyAway buses board at the blue FlyAway columns on the Lower/Arrivals level in front of each terminal and run to Union Station and Van Nuys, 7 days a week.

Do the lowest San Francisco to Los Angeles fares include a carry-on?

Delta, American and Southwest include a carry-on and a personal item on their lowest fares. United Basic Economy and Frontier without a bundle include a personal item only.

How far is it from SFO to LAX?

SFO and LAX are about 338 miles apart in a straight line. Flight times vary by airline, direction and routing, so check the scheduled time shown with each result.

Airline bag fees

Baggage allowances differ significantly between fare classes (Basic/Light vs. Standard/Flex) and can change over time. Always verify the exact allowance for your specific fare with the airline before you fly.

Checked bag fees from each airline's own website
Airline	Carry-on, basic economy	1st checked bag	2nd checked bag	Source
American Airlines	Included	$45	$55	aa.com, Sep 24, 2026
United Airlines	Not included	$40	$50	united.com, Sep 24, 2026
Delta Air Lines	Included	$45	$55	delta.com, Sep 24, 2026
Southwest Airlines	Included	$45	$55	southwest.com, Oct 27, 2026
JetBlue	Included	$45	$59	jetblue.com, Sep 24, 2026
Alaska Airlines	Included	$45	$55	alaskaair.com, Sep 24, 2026
Frontier Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	flyfrontier.com, Sep 24, 2026
Sun Country Airlines	Not included	Varies	Varies	suncountry.com, Sep 24, 2026

Domestic US fees per bag, each way, when paid online in advance. "Varies" means the airline prices bags by route and date.

Travel tips

Arrive early for domestic flights

TSA generally recommends arriving at least 2 hours before a domestic departure, more at larger hub airports during peak travel periods.

Pack a mixed carry-on

Keep a change of clothes, chargers, and any essentials in your carry-on rather than only your checked bag, in case of a delay or a bag that doesn't arrive with you.

Screenshot your confirmation

Save a screenshot or PDF of your booking confirmation and boarding pass before you travel, in case you lose signal or battery at the airport.

Check in online when it opens

Most airlines open online check-in 24 hours before departure. Checking in early can help with seat selection and, on some airlines, boarding group assignment.