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$48+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco (LAX - SFO)

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LAX — SFO
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$96
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$48
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Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$139

Good round-trip deal

$154 or less

Good one-way deal

$84 or less
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Sat 4/1912:58 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Tue 4/222:20 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 4/10$96
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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.
Tue 5/1311:20 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 33mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/133:31 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/10$111
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Tue 6/36:00 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 31mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 6/410:25 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 35mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/10$112
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Tue 6/36:00 amLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/711:19 amSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/9$114
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Sat 8/308:57 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/22:20 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/9$116
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Sat 5/104:25 pmLAX - SFO
Nonstop1h 23mDelta
Sun 5/118:58 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 37mDelta
Deal found 4/10$129
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Tue 6/35:35 pmLAX - SFO
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Wed 6/412:45 pmSFO - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 4/10$139

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco that are best for you.

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LAX - SFO

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Sat 4/19

12:58 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

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2:20 pm-3:59 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$96

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Tue 5/13

11:20 am-12:53 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

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3:31 pm-5:05 pm

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$111

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6:00 am-7:31 am

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10:25 am-12:00 pm

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6:00 am-7:31 am

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11:19 am-12:57 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$114

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LAX - SFO

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Tue 5/20

1:55 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

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Sat 5/24

4:21 pm-5:49 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$117

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LAX - SFO

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6:40 pm-8:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

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12:35 pm-2:00 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$129

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LAX - SFO

LAXSFO

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Thu 4/17

10:34 am-4:09 pm

1 stop5h 35m

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6:31 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$215

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LAX - SFO

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Wed 5/14

6:48 pm-8:27 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$48

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LAX - SFO

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11:00 am-12:31 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$51

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LAX - SFO

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Tue 6/3

6:00 am-7:31 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$58

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Los Angeles-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Los Angeles to San Francisco flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Los Angeles to San Francisco trip
Airlines
Frontier

Frontier offers low fares, but charges for extras like carry-on bags and seat selection.


Frontier's UpFront Plus seats offer more comfort with a guaranteed empty middle seat.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
United Airlines

United's Economy Plus offers extra legroom, enhancing comfort on short flights.


United's MileagePlus allows pooling miles, great for family travel.

Alaska Airlines

Alaska Airlines' Premium Class offers extra legroom and free cocktails, enhancing comfort.


Alaska Airlines provides Wi-Fi for a flat fee, ideal for business travelers.

Airports
LAX

If lines are long, use the Tom Bradley International Terminal for shorter security lines during morning and midday hours.

Read more about LAXby Ramsey Qubein
SFO

Use BART for the cheapest travel between SFO and downtown San Francisco; it takes about 40 minutes.

Read more about SFOby Harriet Baskas
Our travel experts
Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on United Airlines and SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Robert Schrader

Robert Schrader

One of the web's original travel bloggers, Robert launched his first site Leave Your Daily Hell in 2009. Since then, he's expanded into destination niche sites (one each for Japan, Thailand and Taiwan), in addition to having written for the inflight magazines of Singapore Airlines and Korean Air. Overall, he's visited nearly 100 countries, and flies business as often as possible.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on LAX

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on April 4, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 35 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 LAX to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 11, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 67% on flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Los Angeles to San Francisco. 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 April 11, 2025.

The most flights from LAX to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (182 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (79 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated April 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Los Angeles to San Francisco to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Phally,Oct 2024

IAD - SFO

Service was good. We pre-ordered a snack but never made it to us.

Los Angeles to San Francisco Travel Guide

Skyrocketing rent and tech money inflows are spurring rapid change in San Francisco, driving out lots of seasoned residents and businesses. Plenty of the old classics hang on, such as the St. Francis Fountain and Brava Theater Center. Of course, the fog that envelops the Golden Gate Bridge is a mainstay and Bernal Heights Summit still offers the most magnificent view of the city. New San Francisco has lots to offer as well, with countless hip bars, boutiques and eateries now lining venerable Valencia Street and popping up all over town.

Los Angeles is sunnier than San Francisco, thanks largely to the latter's almost-perpetual fog, but Frisco's fog is better than Los Angeles' smog any day. Getting around San Francisco is a lot easier to enjoy, with shorter distances, less traffic and a better public transit system. Despite San Francisco's ubiquitous hills, it's a city almost made for walking, with charming old neighborhoods, amazing hilltop views and lots of restaurants, shops and mini-breweries. Prefer wine over beer? Be sure to tour Napa Valley if you have time, and don't miss amazing Muir Woods, home to some of the largest and oldest redwood trees in the world.

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Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Los Angeles to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • Are there direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Yes, LAX has several airlines offering sustainable flights between the two destinations. Airlines like Multiple, Qatar, DELTA, Alaska, and United offer direct flights from LAX to SFO. These airlines have plastic-free programs. For instance, Alaska and Qatar airlines use boxed water instead of plastic water bottles. Using these airlines will be sustainable when traveling from LAX to SFO.

  • What kind dining options can I expect at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    With over 100 local and organic food and beverage outlets, you can never miss something to elevate your mood and suit your preference. Dairy product lovers can grab cheese, milk, or meat. Passengers can also buy fresh fruits, grains, and vegetables.

  • Which airlines operating between Los Angeles and San Francisco are more sustainable?

    United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue Airlines offer the most sustainable flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. These flights emit fewer carbon than their counterparts. Also, they recommend flying nonstop if passengers want to fly more sustainably.

  • How long is the flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    The gate-to-gate flight time for direct flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco is about 65 to 75 minutes, depending on the airline and which airports you fly to and from.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Spirit, jetBlue, Alaska Airlines, American, Delta, United and Southwest each fly nonstop from various Los Angeles-area airports to one or more San Francisco-area airports. With three major airports in or near each city, it's easy to find a convenient route.

  • How frequent are flights between Los Angeles and San Francisco?

    With about 200 or more flights scheduled on a typical day, you won't have any problem finding a flight any time of day between about 6 a.m. and 11 p.m.

  • Which airports serve Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    The San Francisco area is served by San Francisco International Airport (SFO), Oakland International Airport (OAK) and Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC.) Los Angeles is primarily served by Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Long Beach Airport (LGB), and Bob Hope Airport (BUR), also known as Hollywood Burbank Airport.

  • Which direct flight route between Los Angeles and San Francisco is cheapest?

    The cheapest avenue between the Los Angeles and San Francisco areas is the Los Angeles International Airport to San Francisco International Airport route. Conveniently, these airports offer the greatest number of date and time options.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    To fly from Los Angeles to San Francisco, you need to book a flight from Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO). Nonstop flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles take 1h 22m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 129 outbound flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco offered by 11 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Los Angeles to San Francisco flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to San Francisco, with prices starting at $96. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $112 and $117, respectively. Frontier is 27% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $48. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Los Angeles to San Francisco for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Los Angeles, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Aer Lingus (89%), Qantas Airways (86%), Gulf Air( 84%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    On average you can expect to pay $604 for a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco. The cheapest flight overall is $55 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - San Francisco) is currently priced at $96.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Los Angeles to San Francisco 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 Los Angeles to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $393). 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 10 airlines flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles to San Francisco. 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 April 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$28Average$68FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$37Average$82FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$45Average$135FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$78Average$136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
DeltaCheapest$81Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$83Average$183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
American AirlinesCheapest$100Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$102Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$103Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$105Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

Helpful tips for your next trip to San Francisco

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to San Francisco. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • When flying from Los Angeles to San Francisco, you'll take your flight from Los Angeles Airport (LAX). Use the bus to access LAX from the city center. Passengers can board the bus at Union Station FlyAway-800N Alameda and will drop you at LAX Terminal 1 Lower Level FlyAway.
  • Use direct flights between Los Angeles and San Francisco. Direct flights use fewer carbon fuels than stopover flights. Qatar Airlines have invested in improving fuel efficiency. Also, Delta Airlines have initiatives to promote greener travel.
  • Most direct flights from Log Angeles to San Francisco depart from LAX. You can purchase food in bulk before your departure. LAX is filled with top-rated malls and over 70 retail outlets offering organic and local foodstuffs, which makes choosing a sustainable way of eating easier.

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