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Flight time from San Francisco to Los Angeles

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

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

The direct flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles 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
San Francisco
SFO
UTC-8
1h 8m
Los Angeles
LAX
UTC-8

If you depart at…

Departure (San Francisco)Arrival (Los Angeles)
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 San Francisco to Los Angeles?
The direct flight from San Francisco to Los Angeles 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 San Francisco and Los Angeles?
The approximate straight-line distance between San Francisco and Los Angeles is about 543 km. This great-circle distance is what we use to estimate the nonstop flight duration.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Los Angeles?
San Francisco and Los Angeles are in the same time zone. The offset is already reflected in the local arrival times in the table above.