$59 Cheap United flights Los Angeles (LAX) to San Francisco (SFO)

You’ll discover budget-friendly return United Airlines flights from $117 from LAX to SFO by organizing your results from “Price (lowest to highest)” on Expedia. Or look for deals from $59 for a one-way trip.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United Airlines flights to San Francisco are often more affordable in the off-peak months of February and April. Whether you’re searching for a return or one-way ticket, you could score a better deal then.

For cheap United Airlines fares from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO), start searching one to three months before your intended departure. Securing domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance could save you 25% compared to booking just 6 to 12 days ahead. The day you book can also affect the overall cost. Sunday is typically the most affordable, while Monday is often the most expensive for domestic flights. You can save 6% on average by booking on a Sunday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC’s global airline sales database.

Take off on one of United Airlines’s 65 weekly direct flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). To view available options, enter your dates, destination and origin and hit search. Then use the “Nonstop” and “Airline” filters.

Depart Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) for San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) on a nonstop United Airlines flight, and you’ll be in the sky for about 1h 33m.

United Airlines operates the most flights from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) on Saturday. With up to 10 daily departures, you’ll get the most options and flexibility on this day.

The first flight from LAX to SFO with United Airlines leaves at 6:00AM UTC-8. You’ll land at 7:28AM UTC-8. The final United Airlines flight of the day leaves at 10:35PM UTC-8 and arrives at 12:09AM UTC-8. With approximately 20% fewer cancellations for morning departures, jetting out early is generally the best way to go.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG’s global flight data platform.

When heading from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco with United Airlines, you’ll probably touch down at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). This is the airline’s main hub in this destination. Other nearby airports such as Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) and Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) may have more affordable flights, so it’s wise to check out all options on Expedia.

Offering a rewarding loyalty program, United Airlines is a top choice for many passengers departing from LAX to SFO. Plus, if you’re a United Mileage Plus and One Key™ member booking through Expedia, you could earn OneKeyCash™* on eligible flights on top of your airline miles.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.

You’ll likely be seated on a Boeing 737-800 or a Boeing 737-900 when flying United Airlines from Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). However, keep in mind that a different plane may be used due to operational demands.

Depending on the type of ticket you purchased, a fee typically applies if you modify or cancel your flight more than 24 hours after it’s confirmed. To secure plane tickets with more flexibility, select our “Changes included” or “No cancel fee” filter when searching for flights. For additional information on changing or canceling your reservation, visit “Trips,” select your flight and click on “Manage Booking.”