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Los Angeles (LAX), CA to San Francisco (SFO), CA
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| Departing from | Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) |
|---|---|
| Arriving at | San Francisco International Airport (SFO) |
| Average flight time | 1 hour 22 minutes |
| Distance | 337 miles |
| 54† | Weekly flights |
|---|---|
| 3‡ | Nonstop flights per day Monday through Friday |
| 3‡ | Nonstop flights on Saturday |
| 4‡ | Nonstop flights on Sunday |
Other popular flights from Los Angeles (LAX):
View our interactive map†Weekly flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 10/1/2021 and 10/31/2021. Note: route may not operate every day of the week.
‡Nonstop flights based on DOT published scheduled average flights Monday through Sunday between 10/1/2021 and 10/31/2021.
Whether you’d rather be browsing independent bookstores or watching sea otters in the bay, the San Francisco Bay Area is a destination that has something for every type of visitor. With a vibrant food scene, numerous museums and cultural attractions, and endless outdoor activities, San Francisco is a city you’ll want to visit again and again. And the best news? Quick and simple transport via bus, rapid rail, and commuter rail is available from the airport to the city center so you can hop from your flight right into the action.
With mild temperatures year-round, you’ll want to spend as much time outside as possible. Walk the Golden Gate Bridge and explore the hiking trails and the waterfront promenade at Golden Gate National Recreation Area. Walk up Telegraph Hill for panoramic views of the city from Coit Tower. Wander through the Japanese Tea Garden and San Francisco’s Botanical Gardens in Golden Gate Park, or hike the beautiful Lands End Trail for amazing Pacific views. More of an urban explorer? Take a walk past the colorful Victorian-style houses in Haight-Ashbury, or tour the street art in The Mission.
It’s easy to lose yourself in the galleries at San Francisco Museum of Modern Art, the De Young Art Museum, or the Yerba Buena Center for the Arts. When you get hungry, head over to Chinatown for dim sum or Japan Town for sushi (and karaoke!). Visitors shouldn’t miss landmarks like Lombard Street, the curviest street in the city, and Alcatraz, the former federal prison on an island that now offers tours. And no trip to the San Francisco Bay Area is complete without a ride on the city’s famous cable cars!
One child over 14 days and under two (2) years of age, not occupying a seat, may be carried free of charge when traveling with an adult (12 years of age or older). Learn more.
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San Francisco International Airport is just 13 miles south of downtown San Francisco. There's plenty of public transit that'll get you on your way to your San Francisco adventures, or get yourself a convenient rental car.
At Southwest, we know it takes more than great deals on San Francisco (SFO) airfares and convenient scheduling options to make your trip memorable. So from booking to boarding, we offer services and features designed to make your travel from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO) the best it can be. Learn more about the Southwest® travel experience before you book your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to San Francisco International Airport.
Flying with Southwest is simple and fun, no matter which of our dozens of exciting destinations you choose. When you search for your next flight to San Francisco (SFO), know that you won’t be surprised at checkout. Low fares and no hidden fees. That's Transfarency®. And as always, two bags fly free®1. Want the latest news, information, and promotional offers from Southwest? Sign up to receive email from us. Looking for tours, activities, and more hidden gems to add to your San Francisco (SFO) adventure? Explore getaways with Southwest®. Book your flight today and know that you'll earn Rapid Rewards® points when you fly.
1First and second checked bags. Weight and size limits apply.
2Fare difference may apply.
The average flight time from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO) is 1 hour 22 minutes.
There are 54 weekly flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO) on Southwest Airlines.
Yes, Southwest flies nonstop from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO) 3 times per day from Monday through Friday.
Yes, Southwest flies nonstop from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO) 3 times per day on Saturdays and 4 times per day on Sundays.
To find the lowest fares by day and time to fly Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO) with Southwest, check out our Low Fare Calendar.
You can rent a car at San Francisco International Airport—book yours with your flight.
Yes! Flights from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)—or from here or there to anywhere—can be changed with no change fees. Fare difference may apply.
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