Cheap flights from San Francisco (SJC) to Long Beach (QLA)

San Francisco International (SFO) is 13 miles south of the downtown area of San Francisco, and can easily be reached via coastal Highway 101, Interstate-280 and Interstate-380. Typical flight times are two to three hours long to Long Beach Municipal (LGB), and upon arrival in Long Beach, you will be near Interstate Routes 405 and 605, as well as Highway 19.

Attractions

Griffith Park and Observatory is the largest state park in California, covering more than 4,000 acres. It is home to the Los Angeles Zoo, Griffith Observatory and Planetarium, and The Greek Theater with 4,000 seats. The Los Angeles Farmers Market has been in continuous operation since 1934, and is a huge venue where local growers and merchants sell produce, souvenirs and crafts. The Music Center includes a Performing Arts Pavilion where numerous live performances are staged, and a concert hall designed by Walt Disney.

The Los Angeles County Museum of Art is the largest museum in the western states and actually includes seven separate buildings displaying Asian, American, Latin and Islamic art. Hollywood is the iconic filmmaking capital of the world, where many celebrities can be glimpsed and famous sites abound.

Hints and tips

Long Beach averages temperatures in the 70s and 80s from April through September, and does not get down to freezing at any time of year. Precipitation rates are very low, with December to February offering the best chance for any significant rainfall.