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$79 Find Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego

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Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego (SBP-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Luis Obispo to San Diego

Sat, Nov 15 - Sat, Nov 22
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:18 amSBP-SAN
1h 18mnonstop
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10:09 pm - 11:33 pmSAN-SBP
1h 24mnonstop
$117Hawaiian Airlines
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Thu, Nov 13 - Wed, Nov 19
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:18 amSBP-SAN
1h 18mnonstop
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12:54 pm - 2:19 pmSAN-SBP
1h 25mnonstop
$127Hawaiian Airlines
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Sat, Sep 27 - Mon, Sep 29
Hawaiian Airlines Logo
4:57 pm - 6:13 pmSBP-SAN
1h 16mnonstop
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12:20 pm - 1:32 pmSAN-SBP
1h 12mnonstop
$130Hawaiian Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 9
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:18 amSBP-SAN
1h 18mnonstop
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10:09 pm - 11:26 pmSAN-SBP
1h 17mnonstop
$133Alaska Airlines
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Fri, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:18 amSBP-SAN
1h 18mnonstop
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10:09 pm - 11:26 pmSAN-SBP
1h 17mnonstop
$137Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Oct 25 - Tue, Oct 28
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2:14 pm - 8:20 pmSBP-SAN
6h 06m1 stop
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12:33 pm - 4:55 pmSAN-SBP
4h 22m1 stop
Thu, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
6:22 pm - 12:15 amSBP-SAN
5h 53m1 stop
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5:55 pm - 10:05 pmSAN-SBP
4h 10m1 stop
$203United Airlines
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Wed, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 17
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2:03 pm - 3:20 pmSBP-SAN
1h 17mnonstop
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9:59 pm - 11:24 pmSAN-SBP
1h 25mnonstop
Wed, Oct 15 - Fri, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
2:03 pm - 3:20 pmSBP-SAN
1h 17mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
9:59 pm - 11:24 pmSAN-SBP
1h 25mnonstop
$207American Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
7:04 am - 10:21 amSBP-SAN
3h 17m1 stop
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4:01 pm - 10:05 pmSAN-SBP
6h 04m1 stop
$217United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for San Luis Obispo to San Diego flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

The average price of all round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to San Diego on a Saturday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to fly from San Luis Obispo to San Diego. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Saturday and avoiding Fridays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego is October, where tickets cost $186 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $287 and $277 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from San Luis Obispo to San Diego, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 55% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$79
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 11% increase in price.
Flight from San Luis Obispo to San Diego

When to book flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Luis Obispo to San Diego based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego

  • What is the cheapest flight from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Diego was $79 for a one-way ticket and $117 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between San Luis Obispo and San Diego?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from San Luis Obispo to San Diego. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

    San Luis Obispo and San Diego are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave San Luis Obispo from San Luis Obispo County and will be arriving at San Diego.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

    Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the San Luis Obispo to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

    The Embraer 175 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the San Luis Obispo to San Diego flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

    oneworld is the only airline alliance operating flights between San Luis Obispo and San Diego.

  • On which days can I fly direct from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

    There are nonstop flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego, Alaska Airlines or Hawaiian Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego are Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines. With an average price for the route of $248 and an overall rating of 8.0, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Hawaiian Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $205 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from San Luis Obispo is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Diego with an airline and back to San Luis Obispo with another airline. Booking your flights between San Luis Obispo and SAN can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Diego from San Luis Obispo up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from San Luis Obispo to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $138 or less one-way and $197 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from San Luis Obispo to San Diego?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from San Luis Obispo County to San Diego.
Find which airlines fly direct from San Luis Obispo County Airport to San Diego Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

San Luis Obispo County to San Diego

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

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Direct returns

San Diego to San Luis Obispo County

Monday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Tuesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Wednesday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Thursday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Friday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Saturday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

Sunday

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines

Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, +1 more

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Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from San Luis Obispo to San Diego

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to San Diego. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from San Luis Obispo to San Diego? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8.0
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 10000 reviews
7.8Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.1Food
7.0Entertainment
8.5Crew
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Agent boarding us in San Diego lectured me on showing up on time for the flight, and said that if I had been three minutes later, he would have denied myself and my wife boarding. Our trusted traveler numbers were not in the system, even though I entered them when I bought the tickets. Our food orders were not in the system, even though I entered them prior to the flight. My wife requires a wheelchair, and that was delayed on both flights.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, Aug 2025SEA - SAN
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Agent boarding us in San Diego lectured me on showing up on time for the flight, and said that if I had been three minutes later, he would have denied myself and my wife boarding. Our trusted traveler numbers were not in the system, even though I entered them when I bought the tickets. Our food orders were not in the system, even though I entered them prior to the flight. My wife requires a wheelchair, and that was delayed on both flights.

Staff at Gate desk were helpful. My connecting flight from the first part of my trip Kona to Seattle was late. I had to run through SeaTac Seattle to catch my flight to San Jose. They made an exception to let me board. On my return trip San Jose to San Diego and San Diego to Honolulu the same thing happened. One flight arrived late and I had to run through the terminal to catch my connection. There are no Gluten-free & Vegan options meals and snacks to purchase.

Very pleasant , a flight attendant Jo did a great job mixing me up a beverage and just brightened the trip .

Spent 30 minutes in tarmac bcoz arrived earlier and crew nit ready for us. Told that the airport is being renovated so limited arrival space. 6 hours flight should have not two snacks but one major meal.

Flight attendant was rude when I advised her that the bathroom had no paper towels or tissue paper.

Departing flight to San Diego was delayed. Return flight from SD to SBP was delayed. Not terrible but not ideal

Good leg room, no problem with overhead storage and the staff was super helpful.

I purchased the internet during the flight and it stopped working after 1 hour, so I barely got to use it.

Good experience, although it was a little cramped being a tall person. Otherwise everything went smoothly and professionally though

Big delay of over 7 hours on next leg of trip with Alaska. Would have been nice to have food or something

I like that you have eliminated plastic cups, bottles and straws. The crew was conscientious about separating the used paper cups from the trash. This change to paper is a great move and makes me want to choose Alaska when I fly.

Attendants seemed un-engaged and indifferent when asked for assistance.

Overall it was a good flight. The thing I most appreciated was that you eliminated plastic cups and water bottles and stir sticks and had paper cups, wood stir sticks and cans. Plus, I saw that the airline staff were actually keeping the used paper cups separate and unfolding the used cardboard meal boxes and keeping those items separate from the trash. Good for them! This makes me want to support Alaska Airlines and fly Alaska again. Thank for taking this step in working to reduce single use plastics! Kudos!

Ok but why they need to sell the ear buds?

Alaskan has always been great. Unfortunately, going TO Cabo, on Hawaiian, was a nightmare. But Alaskan has always been great.

Departure was two hours late! Better than four hours late on our first flight

My experience was pleasant. It was perfect. That is enough🥰💃💖

The flight was supposed to leave at 7:30pm, but departed 10:50pm. They kept moving departure time out every half hour. It was a 45 minute flight from n Sunday night with great weather.

I could not check in ahead of time. Kayak did not give me a proper confirmation number to check in.

I loved flying Hawaiian Air! We didn’t pay to sit together, but we were able to anyway. They had usb charging ports and even outlets in some seats. They served a hot sandwich that was not very good, but we were still pleasantly surprised. The staff was very nice. The seats really made my booty hurt but maybe I’m just not used to sitting so long. Also, the AC was really cold even though I was wearing pants, a hoodie, and a light blanket.

The flight was comfortable with the exit row and great service

Plane was crowded and even when we hit altitude, the plane was hot, not enough air flow.

1. when we went to check in, our 2 first class seats had been CANCELED and the flight was sold out. This was done without our prior knowledge. It was all we could do to restore one first class seat for my wife and I flew economy. 2, Our flight home was scheduled to leave at 10:30 pm. Due to tsunami warnings, the roads were closed and our flight status was uncertain as to whether it would leave as scheduled. It was announced that it would now leave at 11:20 pm and the roads were now open since the tsunami had come and gone. We made a mad dash to the airport and checked in. Delays were announced at 12:30 pm, 1:30 am, 2:30 am and at 3:30 am it was canceled. Since this was a flight due to natural (tsunami) causes, there was no compensation. We were told to return at 1:00 pm the next day and our baggage would be kept on the plane since the same plane was going to leave at 1:00 pm. We had to return to our hotel for the rest of the night. The same plane did not leave at 1:00 pm and our baggage was gone! All in all, it was a miserable performance by UA. Information was hard to obtain and no one knew what was going on and what was going to happen. Hundreds of passengers slept on the floor, chairs, etc. No food and no water was made available to the passengers. It was a situation where UA could care less what was going on. As a one million mile flyer, I had not experienced anything like this before and it was hugely disappointing!

Boarded plane and then delayed 1.5 hours while on the plane

Horrific. They missed my connecting flight to San Diego. I didn’t get there until Monday at 9am when I had a mandatory court settlement conference scheduled at 6am since we had parties on the east coast. This caused many issues. All because United apparently forgot to hold the doors open until my flight landed that only had a 10 minute delay. This was the last flight to Southern California. So I couldn’t even rent a car to finish the trip. United cannot be trusted when traveling on specific days and times since weather didn’t have anything to do with the delays.

My flight was delayed a very short period of time but they did not hold my connecting flight to San Diego, also through United. So they closed the doors before we got off our plane. They would only have to help the door open for another five to ten minutes. So I missed a court deadline for a manditory mediation settlement conference for my client. I had to get an associate to be there in person and be on the phone with him relaying what he needs to do the entire time. The court was very upset with me and so was my client. United cannot be trusted.

We were given vouchers we couldn’t use with a 5.5 hour delay

Really good 😊 the woman at the gate entrance was a little rude checking in our carry-on but i dont think she worked for the airline, she worked for the airport at sacramento, other than that amazing.

Boarding was mayhem. Late boarding by 15 minutes because of lack of staff (missing 1 flight attendant. We had to wait for an arrival of another plane before we could board). Flight was a little rough, but cannot blame on airlines.

Great experience…left a bit behind schedule but made up fir that in the air and landed 10 minutes early 😁

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