Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Long Beach Airport (LGB): what you need to know
If you're travelling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To look at your options for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Long Beach Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SFO and LGB are:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Sacramento International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Long Beach Airport is P8,372. For a return flight on this route, the best price is P16,174. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from SFO to LGB if you book ahead. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
If you're willing to be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for a ticket from San Francisco International Airport to Long Beach Airport.
Sign into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a better deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from SFO to LGB every day.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Long Beach Airport.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Travelling from central San Francisco to San Francisco International Airport takes about 47 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 21 kilometres in 20 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
After a convenient hotel near SFO? If you've booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Long Beach Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Long Beach Airport (LGB)
Reserve a hotel near LGB if you're taking a late flight from San Francisco International Airport to Long Beach Airport. Settle into one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Getting from Long Beach Airport (LGB) to central Long Beach
Long Beach Airport is approximately 14 kilometres from central Long Beach. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 14 minutes.
It'll take around 46 minutes when travelling by public transport.
When to fly to Long Beach Airport (LGB)
It's time to pick your trip dates for your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Long Beach Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Long Beach. If you like a quieter vibe, go in April.
Lock in your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Long Beach Airport for August if you'd like to go to Long Beach during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 16 ºC and 29 ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to LGB in January. Temperatures average between 7 ºC and 21 ºC then.
More about Long Beach
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the best stays in Long Beach right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from SFO to LGB:
Queen Mary and The Queen Mary are just two of the top attractions to add to your Long Beach must-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Love Locks at Shoreline Village.
Complete your Long Beach trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to Long Beach Airport, explore the lowest prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one place to find the best car rental price for your Long Beach escape.