flights.net SFO → LAX
- Distance
- 338 mi
- Carriers
- 4
San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a US domestic route of about 338 miles. The southbound half of California's flagship intrastate shuttle, with United and Alaska battling the legacies for frequency dominance. San Francisco to Los Angeles is a workhorse for tech, entertainment, and connecting traffic.
Connecting San Francisco, United States with Los Angeles, United States, this is one of the more travelled US domestic city pairs. Carriers fly the roughly 338-mile sector nonstop in about 1h 11m. Departures use San Francisco International Airport, a 4 terminals airport that is a base for United Airlines, Alaska Airlines; arrivals land at Los Angeles International Airport, which has 9 terminals and anchors American Airlines, United Airlines, Delta Air Lines. With hub operations at both ends, frequencies and schedules on the SFO–LAX sector stay competitive year-round.
Route facts
| Route | San Francisco International Airport (SFO) → Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) |
|---|---|
| Distance | 338 miles |
| Nonstop flight time | approximately 1h 11m |
| Nonstop carriers | 4 |
| Aircraft types | Airbus A320, Boeing 737, Embraer E175 |
| Market | US domestic |
Carriers on this route
United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Alaska Airlines operate nonstop service from San Francisco to Los Angeles. On-time performance and cancellation rates appear here once this route's BTS data is baked.
- United Airlines (UA)
- American Airlines (AA)
- Delta Air Lines (DL)
- Alaska Airlines (AS)
Aircraft on this route
Carriers typically operate the Airbus A320, Boeing 737, Embraer E175 between San Francisco and Los Angeles. The exact type varies by airline, frequency and season.
Best time to fly
Spring and early fall offer the most reliable operations and pleasant weather. Southern California stays warm and sunny year-round at the destination.
Connecting your trip
Planning departure or arrival logistics? See our airport guides for San Francisco International Airport (SFO) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) for terminals, hub airlines and the other routes each airport serves.
Fares & booking
Fares on the San Francisco to Los Angeles route move with season and demand; booking roughly two to eight weeks ahead usually beats walk-up prices, and midweek departures tend to be cheaper than weekends. We show indicative cached fares for SFO–LAX where available and link out to live Skyscanner search for current, bookable prices.
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Frequently asked questions
- How far is the flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
- San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is about 338 miles (544 km) by great-circle distance. A nonstop flight takes approximately 1h 11m.
- Which airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
- United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and Alaska Airlines operate nonstop service from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).
- What aircraft are used on the SFO to LAX route?
- Carriers typically operate the Airbus A320, Boeing 737 and Embraer E175 on the San Francisco–Los Angeles route.
- When is the best time to fly from San Francisco to Los Angeles?
- Spring and early fall offer the most reliable operations and pleasant weather. Southern California stays warm and sunny year-round at the destination.
- Is SFO to LAX a nonstop flight?
- Yes. San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is a directional nonstop route flown by 4 carriers; connecting itineraries via other hubs are also widely available.
- What countries does the SFO to LAX route connect?
- This route links San Francisco, United States with Los Angeles, United States.
- Which airports does the San Francisco to Los Angeles route use?
- Flights depart San Francisco International Airport (SFO/KSFO) in San Francisco and arrive at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX/KLAX) in Los Angeles.
Data sources
- Airport identity and geography courtesy of OurAirports (ourairports.com); carriers and aircraft curated editorially.