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

• Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:32 am
• Latest: departs at 10:35 pm and lands at 12:07 am.

The flight takes about 1h 32m.

Only Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco.

A direct flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco takes 1h 32m, covering 874 km.

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

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco range from C$ 189 to C$ 394, with an average of C$ 284 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 189 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the C$ 284 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 284 round-trip, compared to C$ 426 via a layover through Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

• United Airlines: 74% on time
• American Airlines: 72% on time
• Alaska Airlines: 71% on time

On average, flights on this route are punctual 70% of the time.

There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 49–C$ 140 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 Los Angeles to San Francisco flights, with 39% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 31%, Evening flights for 23%, and Night flights for 7%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 138 to C$ 887. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

• Alaska Airlines
• Delta
• American Airlines
• JetBlue

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

One-way fares from Los Angeles to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 82, which is 59% below the typical average for this route.

San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 88 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Europcar
• Thrifty
• Dollar
• Hertz
• Fox

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

Night flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening 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 Los Angeles to San Francisco route, 30% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h.

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

• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) – 75% of one-stop connections
• Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) – 25% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 270 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 334, a difference of C$ 64.

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

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

Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 49m, compared with 7h 31m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square, and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Los Angeles to San Francisco 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 carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Alaska Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• United Airlines: a carry-on 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.

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

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.

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.

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.