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Flight time from Los Angeles to San Francisco

Estimated duration, distance and time difference for the LAX → SFO route.

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

The direct flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco takes about 1h 8m, covering roughly 543 km. This is an average nonstop estimate; flights with a stop take longer depending on the layover.

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Flight duration
1h 8m
Distance
543 km
Time difference
No difference
Los Angeles
LAX
UTC-8
1h 8m
San Francisco
SFO
UTC-8

If you depart at…

Departure (Los Angeles)Arrival (San Francisco)
6:00 AM7:08 AM
9:00 AM10:08 AM
12:00 PM1:08 PM
3:00 PM4:08 PM
6:00 PM7:08 PM
9:00 PM10:08 PM

Note

The estimated duration is a mathematical calculation for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed of 850 km/h and is outside our control. Actual flight time varies with the airline, the routing, weather and the jet stream. Check with the airline for the exact duration.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco?
The direct flight from Los Angeles to San Francisco takes about 1h 8m over a distance of roughly 543 km. This is an estimate for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed; itineraries with a connection take longer depending on the layover.
What is the distance between Los Angeles and San Francisco?
The approximate straight-line distance between Los Angeles and San Francisco is about 543 km. This great-circle distance is what we use to estimate the nonstop flight duration.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and San Francisco?
Los Angeles and San Francisco are in the same time zone. The offset is already reflected in the local arrival times in the table above.