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Cheapest round-trip
$208
Typical prices: $334-$467
Alaska Airlines
Sun 10/21Sat 10/27
LGB - SFO • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$104
Typical prices: $187-$366
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/22
LGB - SFO • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Long Beach and San Francisco. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $414 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 59m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Long Beach to San Francisco (LGB-SFO)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Long Beach to San Francisco

Wed, Oct 21 - Tue, Oct 27
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7:02 am - 2:23 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SFO San Francisco
7h 21m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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4:21 pm - 2:10 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGB Long Beach Municipal
21h 49m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$208Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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7:02 am - 4:08 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SFO San Francisco
9h 06m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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3:21 pm - 8:59 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGB Long Beach Municipal
5h 38m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$213Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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7:02 am - 4:08 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SFO San Francisco
9h 06m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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3:21 pm - 8:59 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGB Long Beach Municipal
5h 38m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$216Alaska Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
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7:02 am - 6:00 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SFO San Francisco
10h 58m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:45 pm - 8:59 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGB Long Beach Municipal
7h 14m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$217Alaska Airlines
Wed, Feb 17 - Sat, Feb 20
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8:25 am - 11:55 amLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SFO San Francisco
3h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:25 am - 10:50 amSFO  San Francisco-LGB Long Beach Municipal
4h 25m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$272Southwest
Mon, Oct 5 - Wed, Oct 7
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8:35 pm - 12:35 amLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SFO San Francisco
4h 00m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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5:20 am - 9:40 amSFO  San Francisco-LGB Long Beach Municipal
4h 20m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$277Southwest
Mon, Sep 14 - Tue, Sep 15
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6:10 pm - 11:30 pmLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SFO San Francisco
5h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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4:40 pm - 9:00 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGB Long Beach Municipal
4h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$277Southwest
Wed, Sep 23 - Thu, Oct 1
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4:52 pm - 9:34 amLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SFO San Francisco
16h 42m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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2:15 pm - 12:02 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGB Long Beach Municipal
21h 47m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$303Delta
Wed, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 29
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4:52 pm - 9:34 amLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SFO San Francisco
16h 42m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:19 pm - 9:38 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGB Long Beach Municipal
4h 19m1 stop Salt Lake City
$309Delta
Wed, Sep 23 - Fri, Oct 2
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4:52 pm - 9:34 amLGB  Long Beach Municipal-SFO San Francisco
16h 42m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:23 am - 4:12 pmSFO  San Francisco-LGB Long Beach Municipal
9h 49m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$310Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Long Beach to San Francisco flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Long Beach to San Francisco with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Long Beach to San Francisco?

Round-trip flights from Long Beach to San Francisco start at $208. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $334 to $467. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $208 on Alaska Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Long Beach to San Francisco?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Long Beach to San Francisco, it is 29% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 12% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

Key details for Long Beach to San Francisco flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$104
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
Flight from Long Beach to San Francisco

When to book flights from Long Beach to San Francisco

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Long Beach to San Francisco based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Long Beach to San Francisco flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Does the Long Beach Airport have any private facilities for nursing mothers?

    Yes. If you are a traveling mom who wants to breastfeed your baby in private or who needs to express your breast milk, you can use one of the Nursing Rooms that LGB provides, one landside and one airside at Gate 2. These rooms feature a comfortable armchair, an ottoman, a table, a sink, and power outlets.

  • Do I have to make a reservation in order to park my car at LGB?

    No. In fact, there are no parking reservations at the Long Beach Airport, because there is ample parking. Lot A is directly across from the terminal, adjacent to the Car Rentals Larage. Lot B is behind a Lot A, and slightly less expensive. You can find 12 Charge Points for electrical vehicles in Lot B.

  • Where can I pick up my rental car at SFO?

    All rental car agencies at the San Francisco Airport are housed in the Rental Car Center. To get to the RCC, take the AirTrain Blue Line from any terminal at SFO. This people mover system runs 24/7 throughout SFO. Some car rental agencies at the RCC at SFO include Budget, Avis, Alamo, Enterprise, Hertz, Thrifty, and others.

  • Does the San Francisco Airport have an on-site hotel?

    Yes. If you need to get settled right away when you landed SFO or if you are staying in San Francisco for only a short time, consider booking into the Grand Hyatt Hotel at SFO. This hotel is connected to all of the terminals at the San Francisco Airport via the AirTrain. Some amenities of this accommodation include a bar and lounge, room service, a workout room, a business center, free Wi-Fi, and more.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Long Beach to San Francisco?

    Flights from Long Beach to San Francisco usually depart from Long Beach Municipal (LGB) and arrive at San Francisco (SFO).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Long Beach to San Francisco?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Long Beach to San Francisco.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Long Beach to San Francisco pass through?

    One-stop flights from Long Beach to San Francisco most commonly connect through:

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 73% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Long Beach to San Francisco?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the Long Beach to San Francisco route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $294 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $467, a difference of $173. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in San Francisco?

    Some of the most popular sights in San Francisco are Fisherman's Wharf, Union Square and Moscone Center. These are among the most viewed places in San Francisco on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Long Beach to San Francisco?

    A nonstop flight from Long Beach to San Francisco takes 0h 00m, covering 354 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Long Beach to San Francisco?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Long Beach to San Francisco changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $208 to $1,210. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Long Beach to San Francisco looking right now?

    One-way fares from Long Beach to San Francisco are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $131, which is 63% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Long Beach to San Francisco?

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 59m, compared with 5h 12m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 5h 27m via Salt Lake City (SLC).

  • What car rental options are available at San Francisco Airport (SFO)?

    San Francisco Airport (SFO) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $15 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Thrifty
    · Europcar
    · Dollar
    · Hertz
    · Fox

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Long Beach to San Francisco flight?

    Round-trip flights from Long Beach to San Francisco range from $334 to $467, with an average of $414 over the past 12 months. Anything below $334 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Long Beach to San Francisco flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $294 - about $173 less than Wednesday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Long Beach to San Francisco trip for November. Fares historically average $329 round-trip in that month - typically $1,331 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Francisco Airport.
    - Grand Hyatt At Sfo
  • One of the smaller airports to serve the Los Angeles region, the Long Beach Airport (LGB) is a hub for Jet America Airlines and WinAir Airlines. Located further north in California, the San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a hub for Alaska Airlines.
  • American, Delta, and Southwest are among the airlines that offer flights from LGB to SFO with one stop, usually in Phoenix, Salt Lake City, or Las Vegas. American and Delta are two airlines that offer flights from LGB to SFO with two stops, often in Phoenix and then Los Angeles or Salt Lake City and then Los Angeles.
  • Travelers going through the Long Beach Airport with their pets and service animals can access their services at the airport. It provides a grassy, park-like animal relief area for service animals and pets. This area is located outside the terminal building, on the north side, curbside.
  • The Long Beach Airport is an accessible airport that provides a number of adaptations in order to make travel for those with challenges as hassle-free as possible. Some of those accommodations include accessible parking in all parking lots, assistance at the security checkpoint, ADA accessible white curbs in front of the ticketing lobby, taxis and shuttles that are wheelchair accessible, accessible drinking fountains and bathrooms, and elevators in Parking Structure A and B.
  • If you want to freshen up when you arrive at SFO, you can rent a Freshen Up room, located landside on Level G in the Main Hall. Each Freshen Up room includes a bed, Wi-Fi, a mirror, and a desk. You can have access to a shower for an extra fee.

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