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$34+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Malibu, CA

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The best prices from San Francisco to Malibu are usually found in September or August, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Malibu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Malibu (ML9). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated diciembre 18, 2024.

Round-trip from

$45
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$34
(Frontier)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$178
From San Francisco to Malibu
One-way flight from San Francisco to Malibu
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Malibu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Malibu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 18, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/178:04 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
jue. 12/198:21 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$78
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/258:04 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
vie. 1/317:55 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$120
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/242:55 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
vie. 1/106:00 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$159
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/189:20 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 36mDelta
jue. 1/239:50 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 28mDelta
Deal found 12/17$174
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lun. 12/237:00 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
jue. 12/2610:05 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$196
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 12/196:20 pmSFO - LAX
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
mar. 12/247:45 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$209

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7:00 pm-8:32 pm

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6:00 am-7:25 am

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8:55 pm-10:29 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

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1:29 pm-2:57 pm

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6:50 pm-8:17 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

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Nonstop1h 26m

$117

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6:45 am-8:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

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8:55 am-7:10 pm

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6:00 am-7:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

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$197

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SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

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Nonstop1h 30m

$34

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Nonstop1h 31m

$53

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sáb. 4/12

5:55 pm-7:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$59

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SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

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jue. 1/30

7:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$78

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Malibu

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Travel insights for flights from San Francisco to Malibu

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San Francisco to Malibu including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Malibu?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Malibu. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from San Francisco to Malibu is 84 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Malibu?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Malibu (average of $240). Flying from San Francisco to Malibu in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to ML9?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco to Malibu. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 18, 2024.

When flying from San Francisco to Malibu, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Malibu?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Malibu. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Malibu flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Malibu

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Malibu. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated diciembre 18, 2024.

The most flights from SFO to ML9 are scheduled on a Tuesday (150 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Malibu by month

Plan your trip to Malibu by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Malibu ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Malibu when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Malibu by month

Plan your trip to Malibu by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Malibu, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Malibu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malibu. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Malibu. Reviews last updated diciembre 18, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines from San Francisco to Malibu. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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4,848 reviews

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7.7

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8.2

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8.7

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1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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4,848 reviews
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4,848 reviews

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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4,848 reviews

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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4,848 reviews

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8.7

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8.1

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No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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9,055 reviews
8.1
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4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco to Malibu. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Francisco to Malibu?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Malibu, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city. San Francisco is the only San Francisco airport and it handles 49 outbound flights to Malibu per day. 10 airlines have flights to Malibu from San Francisco on a regular basis.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Malibu flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Malibu one-way?

    $34 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $53 and $59, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Malibu?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Malibu are Horizon Air (100%), EL AL (96%) and LATAM Airlines (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Malibu?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Malibu is generally $915, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $38. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Los Angeles), you can expect to pay $38 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Malibu that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Francisco to Malibu flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Malibu?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco to Malibu.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco to Malibu?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Malibu by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Malibu?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Malibu (average of $240). Flying from San Francisco to Malibu in July is currently the most expensive (average of $322). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 9 airlines flying from San Francisco to Malibu

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco to Malibu. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated diciembre 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$31Average$94FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$34Average$89FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$38Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$50Average$191FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$57Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$67Average$212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$95Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$322FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$113Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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