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Cheapest round-trip
$529
Typical prices: $480-$658
United Airlines
Tue 1/9Fri 1/12
SBP - RIC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$235
Typical prices: $469-$534
American Airlines
Sun 12/30
SBP - RIC • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Luis Obispo and Richmond. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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December
Cheapest • 45% price drop
October
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Top layover airports
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Cheapest • Avg $308 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 7h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo to Richmond (SBP-RIC)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Richmond

Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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12:52 pm - 10:59 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:03 am - 1:33 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$529United Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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12:52 pm - 10:59 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 07m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 5:18 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
14h 03m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl San Francisco
$534United Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Mon, Dec 28
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7:21 pm - 9:44 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
11h 23m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Philadelphia
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7:06 pm - 11:54 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
19h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$807American Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Dec 28
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7:21 pm - 8:40 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
10h 19m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
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7:06 pm - 11:54 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
19h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$839American Airlines
Wed, Dec 23 - Mon, Dec 28
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7:21 pm - 8:40 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
10h 19m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Charlotte Douglas
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8:12 pm - 11:54 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
18h 42m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
$844American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28
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12:39 pm - 11:19 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:06 pm - 11:54 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
19h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$853American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28
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12:39 pm - 11:19 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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8:12 pm - 11:54 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
18h 42m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
$858American Airlines
Mon, Dec 21 - Mon, Dec 28
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12:39 pm - 11:19 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
7h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 11:54 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 54m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
$884American Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Sun, Dec 27
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7:21 pm - 9:44 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
11h 23m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Philadelphia
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7:06 pm - 11:54 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
19h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$912American Airlines
Sat, Dec 19 - Mon, Dec 28
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7:21 pm - 9:44 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
11h 23m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Philadelphia
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5:00 am - 11:54 amRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 54m2 stops Charlotte Douglas Dallas/Fort Worth
$919American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Luis Obispo to Richmond flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Luis Obispo to Richmond?

Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Richmond typically range from $480 to $658. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $529, on United Airlines.

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Key details for San Luis Obispo to Richmond flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$235
Beat the crowds with an average 86% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 24% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Luis Obispo to Richmond

When to book flights from San Luis Obispo to Richmond

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

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Luis Obispo to Richmond?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Luis Obispo to Richmond:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from San Luis Obispo to Richmond?

    A nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to Richmond takes 00m, covering 2,392 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Luis Obispo to Richmond?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Luis Obispo to Richmond flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Richmond range from $480 to $658, with an average of $564 over the past 12 months. Anything below $480 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Luis Obispo to Richmond 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 $529 to $1,470. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Luis Obispo to Richmond looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Luis Obispo to Richmond are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $497.

  • What car rental options are available at Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC)?

    Richmond Byrd Intl Airport (RIC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Luis Obispo to Richmond?

    Flights from San Luis Obispo to Richmond usually depart from San Luis Obispo County (SBP) and arrive at Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Luis Obispo to Richmond pass through?

    Connecting flights from San Luis Obispo to Richmond most commonly pass through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 91% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Luis Obispo to Richmond?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 21% on flights from San Luis Obispo to Richmond. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $522 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $658, a difference of $136.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Luis Obispo to Richmond?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 27m, compared with 7h 50m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between San Luis Obispo and Richmond?

    Richmond is 3 hours ahead of San Luis Obispo (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Richmond?

    Some of the most popular sights in Richmond are Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, St. John's Episcopal Church and Black History Museum. These are among the most viewed places in Richmond on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking San Luis Obispo to Richmond flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $522, about $136 less than Saturday fares (21% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Luis Obispo to Richmond trip for December. Fares historically average $308 round-trip in that month - typically $350 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Richmond Byrd Intl Airport.

    • DoubleTree by Hilton Richmond Airport
    • Candlewood Suites Richmond Airport By IHG
    • Super 8 by Wyndham Richmond Airport VA

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