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$31+ 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 October, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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 enero 30, 2025.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$48
(Frontier)

One-way from

$31
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$132
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From San Francisco to Malibu
One-way flight from San Francisco to Malibu
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($5 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Malibu
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This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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. 3/113:30 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 32mFrontier
mar. 3/258:36 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$48
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
sáb. 2/226:05 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
dom. 2/236:00 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 1/29$137
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 2/206:04 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 29mAmerican Airlines
lun. 2/247:36 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/30$138
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
dom. 9/146:00 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 40mAlaska Airlines
mar. 9/235:55 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/29$153
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
vie. 1/317:00 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 38mMultiple Airlines
mié. 2/58:28 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$158
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vie. 3/76:25 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
mar. 3/1112:25 pmLAX - SFO
2 stops10h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/29$167

Find flights from San Francisco to Malibu within your budget

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SFO - LAX

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San Francisco

mar. 3/11

3:30 pm-5:02 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Los Angeles

mar. 3/25

8:36 am-10:12 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$48

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

mié. 2/12

10:42 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Los Angeles

lun. 2/17

10:10 am-11:34 am

Nonstop1h 24m

$125

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

sáb. 3/1

6:04 pm-7:27 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

Los Angeles

sáb. 3/1

10:30 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$132

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

sáb. 2/22

6:05 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Los Angeles

dom. 2/23

6:00 am-7:32 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$137

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

mar. 3/4

6:05 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Los Angeles

sáb. 3/8

7:45 am-9:10 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$157

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

mar. 3/18

6:00 am-1:21 pm

2 stops7h 21m

Los Angeles

sáb. 3/22

7:55 pm-9:21 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$192

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

dom. 2/9

1:44 pm-3:16 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$31

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

mié. 4/16

4:40 pm-6:09 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$59

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

dom. 4/6

8:30 am-10:03 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$69

San FranciscoLos Angeles

SFO - LAX

SFOLAX

San Francisco

vie. 3/21

6:30 am-7:56 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$79

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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 January 24, 2025.

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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Malibu (average of $246). Flying from San Francisco to Malibu in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 enero 30, 2025.

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 January 26, 2025.

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 enero 30, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to ML9 are scheduled on a Thursday (183 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (57 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 enero 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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.

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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 125 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?

    $31 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 $59 and $68, 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 American Airlines (89%), EL AL (88%) and Gulf Air (88%).

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

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Malibu is generally $790, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $30. 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Malibu (average of $246). Flying from San Francisco to Malibu in March is currently the most expensive (average of $344). 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 enero 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$29Average$86FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$31Average$93FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$45Average$124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$50Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$76Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$78Average$148FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$324FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$99Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$118Average$286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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