$49 Cheap United flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles (SFO to LAX)

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The cheapest flights to Los Angeles Intl. found within the past 7 days were $97 round trip and $49 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Oct 22 - Tue, Nov 4
SFO
San Francisco
LAX
Los Angeles
$97 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$97
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from San Francisco to Los Angeles, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $97 found 7 hours ago

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Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel

Hollywood Inn Suites Hotel

2.5 out of 5
Save 100% on your flight
Price was $915, price is now $512 per person
$512
per person
Oct 1 - Oct 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)
The LEEF Hotel

The LEEF Hotel

2 out of 5
Price was $1,140, price is now $530 per person
$530
per person
Oct 9 - Oct 14
found 13 hours ago
Roundtrip flight included
Oakland (OAK) to Los Angeles (LAX)
SIRTAJ - Beverly Hills

SIRTAJ - Beverly Hills

4 out of 5
Price was $1,807, price is now $946 per person
$946
per person
Oct 1 - Oct 8
found 1 day ago
Roundtrip flight included
San Francisco (SFO) to Los Angeles (LAX)
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Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from SFO to LAX right now?
For any present Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) travel advice and quarantine requirements, go to the Covid-19 Travel Advisor. Check before you book your flight, so you don't get caught out en route.
What terminal is United Airlines at San Francisco Airport?
If you're flying with United Airlines from SFO, you'll generally board from terminal 3. If you're heading to LAX from here, you're likely to be pulling in at terminal 7.
Are there United Airlines non-stop flights from SFO to LAX?
It is possible to fly direct from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to LAX with United Airlines and avoid complicated stopovers. The less time you spend en route, the more time you'll have for fun adventures.
How long is a United Airlines flight from SFO to LAX?
As it will take about 5 hours and 17 minutes for your United Airlines flight to journey from SFO to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX), consider throwing some fun travel games in your hand luggage. You never know — the person sitting beside you might relish the opportunity to play to break up the journey.
What type of aircraft does United Airlines fly from SFO to LAX?
When you jet between SFO and LAX with United Airlines, you'll probably be doing it aboard the Boeing 737-800. The airline also operates the Airbus A320 on this flight path.
How many direct and indirect flights does United Airlines fly from SFO to LAX?
You can select from approximately 8 United Airlines flights every day from SFO to LAX.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?
For more info about changing your flight to LAX, please visit our Customer Service Portal.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Discover our best United flight from San Francisco SFO to Los Angeles LAX 

To find the best deals on flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles with United, just enter your travel dates, filter by United, and hit search. You’ll find flights to choose from and can sort by price, flight duration, and arrival or departure time.  

 

Return flights from San Francisco SFO to Los Angeles LAX with United 

If you’re planning a round trip, booking return flights with United is usually the most cost-effective option. With airfares ranging from $97 to $97, it’s easy to find a flight that suits your budget. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Book one-way United flights from San Francisco SFO to Los Angeles LAX 

A one-way ticket gives you much greater flexibility—allowing you to choose your return date, destination, and time whenever you’re ready. By booking in advance you can find great deals on one-way tickets too. Right now, a one-way United flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles costs from $49. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

The easy way to find cheap flights to Los Angeles LAX from  San Francisco SFO with United 

To find a cheap United flight from San Francisco SFO to Los Angeles LAX, sort your search results by price or filter by budget. Thanks to Travelocity’s Price Match Promise, if you find a better airfare deal anywhere else within 24 hours, we’ll credit or refund the difference. 

 

How to find our best airfare deals on United flights from San Francisco SFO to Los Angeles LAX 

If you’re looking for cheap flights, it helps to be flexible when it comes to your travel dates. You’ll usually find lower cost tickets when you travel during quieter months such as October, or if you book a flight with a stopover. 

 

Find nonstop flights from San Francisco SFO to Los Angeles LAX with United 

If you’re keen to be on Los Angeles soil fast, don’t waste time with a stopover—filter your search results to show direct United flights only. The journey takes around hour(s) min(s) – so you’ll be there before you know it. 

 

Flexible airline tickets for United flights from San Francisco SFO to Los Angeles LAX 

Make sure you’re not out of pocket if plans change by choosing a flexible ticket with penalty-free amendment and cancellation options. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights have this option.  

 

There are a lot of reasons to book your flights to Los Angeles LAX from  San Francisco SFO with United on Travelocity 

At Travelocity our vast and up-to-the-minute inventory puts all of our best flight deals in one place. So, whether you’re traveling on business or jetting off with friends and family, you can trust Travelocity to get you there.

United Airports
Hop on a(n) United flight today by flying to many destinations out of these domestic and international airports:
Airport code
Country
Airport name
Number of flights
ORDUSAO'Hare Intl.227
DENUSADenver Intl.226
IAHUSAGeorge Bush Intercontinental136
IADUSAWashington Dulles Intl.100
SFOUSASan Francisco Intl.64
LAXUSALos Angeles Intl.23
EWRUSALiberty Intl.20
FRADEUFrankfurt Intl.19
NRTJPNNarita Intl.19
PEKCHNCapital Intl.16

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