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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Francisco to Los Angeles:

• Earliest: departs at 5:50 and lands at 7:24
• Latest: departs at 22:50 and lands at 0:24.

The flight takes about 1h 34m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles:

• Economy class
• Business Class
• First Class

A direct flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles takes 1h 34m, covering 874 km.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

Return flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles range from 127 € to 249 €, with an average of 187 € over the past 12 months. Anything below 127 € counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 28% above the 187 € route average. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average 141 € return via Denver Intl (DEN), compared with 187 € for direct.

United Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Alaska Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on San Francisco to Los Angeles flights are:

• United Airlines: 89% on time
• Alaska Airlines: 80% on time
• American Airlines: 80% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 81% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge 31 €–89 € for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

Morning is the busiest departure period on San Francisco to Los Angeles flights, with 38% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, Evening flights for 22%, and Night flights for 10%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about 81 € to 628 €. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

Four airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Francisco to Los Angeles flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta
• American Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from San Francisco to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about 56 €, which is 55% below the typical average for this route.

Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around 3 € for economy cars. Top options include:

• Ace
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Alamo
• Dollar

Flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Los Angeles (LAX).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while afternoon departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the San Francisco to Los Angeles route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 06m.

Connecting flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles most commonly pass through:

• Denver Intl (DEN) – 50% of one-stop connections
• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 50% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at 161 € return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at 213 €, a difference of 52 €.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

6 airlines operate flights between San Francisco and Los Angeles. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

• United Airlines
• Alaska Airlines
• American Airlines
• Delta
• Southwest
• Frontier

Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 11h 18m, compared to 15h 38m via Denver Intl (DEN).

Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Santa Monica State Beach, and Hollywood Walk of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating San Francisco to Los Angeles flights:

• Frontier: offers free seat selection
• Alaska Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• Alaska Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class

Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.