6 airlines fly nonstop from San Francisco to Los Angeles.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Alaska Airlines | SFO San Francisco International Airport | LAX Los Angeles International Airport |
| American Airlines | SFO San Francisco International Airport | LAX Los Angeles International Airport |
| Delta Air Lines | SFO San Francisco International Airport | LAX Los Angeles International Airport |
| Frontier Airlines | SFO San Francisco International Airport | LAX Los Angeles International Airport |
| Southwest Airlines | SFO San Francisco International Airport | LAX Los Angeles International Airport |
| United Airlines | SFO San Francisco International Airport | LAX Los Angeles International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
18 miles (29 km) from the city centre. 73.4 million passengers in 2025
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Bus | LAX FlyAway nonstop bus to Union Station, every 15-30 minutes | $12.75 per trip |
| Train | Free shuttle to LAX/Metro Transit Center, then Metro C or K Line | $1.75 |
Domestic travel within the United States: no passport or visa is needed, but adults must show a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID at airport security.
Los Angeles is the same time as San Francisco. Los Angeles uses the US dollar (USD).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines and United Airlines fly this route nonstop.
About 347 miles (559 km), measured between the city centres.
Los Angeles is the same time as San Francisco.
Domestic travel within the United States: no passport or visa is needed, but adults must show a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID at airport security.
LAX FlyAway nonstop bus to Union Station, every 15-30 minutes, $12.75 per trip.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.