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Cheapest round-trip
$399
Typical prices: $454-$677
American Airlines
Mon 11/19Wed 12/5
SBP - DCA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$200
Typical prices: $225-$449
Alaska Airlines
Sat 11/17
SBP - IAD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Luis Obispo and Washington, D.C.. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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SBP - IAD
Cheapest • 1% average savings
SBP - DCA
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July
Cheapest • 11% price drop
June
Most popular
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San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $489 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 7h 54m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. (SBP-WAS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.

Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Dec 5
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:40 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 40m1 stop San Diego
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6:42 pm - 11:43 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 01m1 stop San Diego
$399Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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5:16 pm - 5:51 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
21h 35m1 stop San Diego
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7:13 pm - 11:51 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 38m1 stop San Diego
$399Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sat, Dec 5
American Airlines Logo
12:43 pm - 11:59 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 16m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 11:43 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 43m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 1
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12:43 pm - 10:46 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 03m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 11:58 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 58m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 1
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12:39 pm - 10:49 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
7h 10m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:00 am - 11:54 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:11 pm - 5:39 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
23h 28m1 stop San Diego
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7:13 pm - 11:51 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 38m1 stop San Diego
$399Alaska Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
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6:00 am - 5:50 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 50m1 stop San Diego
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6:53 pm - 11:34 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 41m1 stop San Diego
$399Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 24 - Fri, Jan 1
United Airlines Logo
12:57 pm - 11:21 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 24m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:45 am - 1:23 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 38m1 stop Denver Intl
$426United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:40 pm - 5:35 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 55m1 stop San Francisco
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6:15 am - 11:58 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 43m1 stop San Francisco
$439United Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Sun, Nov 15
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12:54 pm - 11:13 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:15 am - 11:58 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 43m1 stop San Francisco
$479United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. typically range from $454 to $677. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $399, on American Airlines.

What is the cheapest San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. flight route?

There's little price difference between San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. routes. They average around $544 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.. It’s 11% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

•July is the cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. at $487 round-trip.
•October ($782) and June ($751) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 60% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. flights

Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$200
Beat the crowds with an average 56% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 51% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

When to book flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

    A nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. takes 00m, covering 2,393 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

    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 Washington, D.C. flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. range from $454 to $677, with an average of $545 over the past 12 months. Anything below $454 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. 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 $399 to $3,284. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $462, which is 27% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available in Washington, D.C.?

    Since Washington, D.C. is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport (DCA) — daily rates averaging $71:

    • Sixt
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

    Near Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) — daily rates averaging $70:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

    Flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. usually depart from San Luis Obispo County (SBP) and may arrive at several airports in Washington, D.C. area, including Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 17% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 12% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 20% on flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $488 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $608, a difference of $120.

    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 Washington, D.C.?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 54m, compared with 7h 59m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 09m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between San Luis Obispo and Washington, D.C.?

    Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. 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 Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $488, about $120 less than Monday fares (20% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. trip for July. Fares historically average $487 round-trip in that month - typically $295 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport.

    • Hyatt House Washington DC The Wharf
    • Intercontinental Hotels Washington D.C. - The Wharf By IHG
    • Canopy by Hilton Washington D.C - The Wharf

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