Cheap American Airlines flights from San Francisco to Los Angeles (SFO to LAX)

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Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from SFO to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) right now?
For any current LAX travel advice and quarantine requirements, visit our Covid-19 Travel Advisor. Check before you book your flight, so you don’t get caught out en route.
What terminal is American Airlines at San Francisco Airport?
Generally, flights take off from terminal 1 at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) if you’ve booked a seat with American Airlines. Traveling to LAX? Touch base with your airline (or do some research online) to see exactly which terminal you’ll be pulling into.
Are there American Airlines non-stop flights from SFO to LAX?
You bet. Save yourself time and effort and fly straight from San Francisco Airport to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with American Airlines. Avoid lengthy stopovers, reduce the risk of losing your suitcase and begin your vacation faster — direct flights are the preferred way to travel for many wise wanderers.
How long is an American Airlines flight from SFO to LAX?
As it will take around 6 hours and 43 minutes for your American Airlines flight to jet from San Francisco Airport to LAX, consider sticking some travel games in your carry-on bag. You never know — the passenger beside you might relish a challenge to break up the trip.
What type of aircraft does American Airlines fly from SFO to LAX?
Searching for a flight between San Francisco Airport and Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) with American Airlines? On this route, you’ll typically be climbing on board either the Embraer 175 or the Airbus A320 type aircraft.
How many direct and indirect flights does American Airlines fly from SFO to LAX?
If you’re planning a jaunt from SFO to LAX, you can choose from at least 6 American Airlines flights per day.
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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (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.
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Discover our best American Airlines flight from San Francisco SFO to Los Angeles LAX 

To find the best deals on flights to San Francisco from Los Angeles with American Airlines, just enter your travel dates, filter by American Airlines, and hit search. You’ll find 4 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 American Airlines 

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

 

Book one-way American Airlines 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 American Airlines flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles costs from . 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 American Airlines 

To find a cheap American Airlines 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 American Airlines 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 , or if you book a flight with a stopover. 

 

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

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 American Airlines flights only. The journey takes around 1 hour(s) 26 min(s) – so you’ll be there before you know it. 

 

Flexible airline tickets for American Airlines 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 American Airlines 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.

American Airlines Airports
Hop on a(n) American Airlines flight today by flying to many destinations out of these domestic and international airports:
Airport code
Country
Airport name
Number of flights
DFWUSADallas-Fort Worth Intl.599
CLTUSACharlotte-Douglas Intl.536
ORDUSAO'Hare Intl.317
PHLUSAPhiladelphia Intl.247
MIAUSAMiami Intl.193
DCAUSARonald Reagan Washington National152
PHXUSASky Harbor Intl.141
LAXUSALos Angeles Intl.81
LGAUSALaGuardia72
BOSUSALogan Intl.57

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