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How long is the flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles?

SFOSan Francisco
LAXLos Angeles
Flight Time
1 h 6 min
Distance
544km

338 miles

Departure
08:25
Arrival
09:31
From

SFOSan Francisco

San Francisco International Airport

Departure 08:25 · America/Los_Angeles

To

LAXLos Angeles

Los Angeles International Airport

Arrival 09:31 · America/Los_Angeles

Route Details

The flight from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) in San Francisco to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) in Los Angeles covers a distance of approximately 544 kilometers (338 miles).

Direct flights typically take around 1 h 6 min, though actual flight times may vary depending on aircraft type, weather conditions, and air traffic.

Time Zone Information

Departure Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles
Arrival Time Zone
America/Los_Angeles

Flight times shown account for local time zones at departure and arrival airports.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles?

A direct flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles takes around 1 h 6 min. Actual flight times vary with the aircraft type, the weather conditions and air traffic.

What is the distance from San Francisco to Los Angeles?

The distance from San Francisco to Los Angeles is about 544 kilometers (338 miles) as the crow flies.

Is there a direct flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles?

Where the route is served nonstop, the flight takes around 1 h 6 min. On an itinerary with a connection, add the time spent on the ground at the layover airport.

Return Flight

Travelling the other way? Check the flight time from Los Angeles to San Francisco.