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Cheapest round-trip
$197
Typical prices: $348-$593
Alaska Airlines
Sun 10/14Sun 10/21
SAN - SBP • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$109
Typical prices: $218-$426
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/10
SAN - SBP • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 51m
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United Airlines
Most flights • 52 per week
Alaska Airlines
Best reviews • 7.9 score
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LAX - SBP
Cheapest • 39% average savings
DEN - SBP
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 58% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 15% price drop
June
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Cheap Flights to San Luis Obispo

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals to San Luis Obispo

Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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10:30 pm - 11:43 pmSAN  San Diego-SBP San Luis Obispo County
1h 13mnonstop
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2:26 pm - 3:41 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SAN San Diego
1h 15mnonstop
$197Alaska Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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12:30 pm - 1:46 pmSAN  San Diego-SBP San Luis Obispo County
1h 16mnonstop
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3:16 pm - 4:37 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SAN San Diego
1h 21mnonstop
$197Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
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10:30 pm - 11:43 pmSAN  San Diego-SBP San Luis Obispo County
1h 13mnonstop
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6:08 am - 7:21 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SAN San Diego
1h 13mnonstop
$197Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
United Airlines Logo
9:45 am - 3:22 pmSAN  San Diego-SBP San Luis Obispo County
5h 37m1 stop San Francisco
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6:00 am - 10:17 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SAN San Diego
4h 17m1 stop San Francisco
$217United Airlines
Sat, Oct 31 - Sat, Nov 7
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11:20 am - 3:25 pmSAN  San Diego-SBP San Luis Obispo County
4h 05m1 stop San Francisco
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2:15 pm - 6:37 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SAN San Diego
4h 22m1 stop San Francisco
$217United Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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1:24 pm - 8:11 pmSAN  San Diego-SBP San Luis Obispo County
6h 47m1 stop San Francisco
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7:11 am - 11:35 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SAN San Diego
4h 24m1 stop Los Angeles
$237United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
American Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 12:02 pmSEA  Seattle/Tacoma Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
5h 42m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:42 pm - 8:09 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SEA Seattle/Tacoma Intl
7h 27m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$307American Airlines
Tue, Jan 26 - Wed, Jan 27
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10:20 pm - 11:34 pmSAN  San Diego-SBP San Luis Obispo County
1h 14mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:31 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SAN San Diego
1h 31mnonstop
$317American Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15
American Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 11:43 pmSAN  San Diego-SBP San Luis Obispo County
1h 13mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:14 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-SAN San Diego
1h 14mnonstop
$337American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Tue, Nov 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:52 am - 2:36 pmPHX  Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
5h 44m1 stop San Diego
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3:16 pm - 10:05 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
5h 49m1 stop San Diego
$338Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for United States to San Luis Obispo flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from the United States to San Luis Obispo with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to San Luis Obispo?

San Diego to San Luis Obispo is the cheapest route at $197 round-trip, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to San Luis Obispo?

A round-trip flight to San Luis Obispo costs $453 on average, based on data over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Round-trip fares from Los Angeles average $249, while Las Vegas runs a bit higher at $267.

What is the cheapest day to fly to San Luis Obispo?

Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to San Luis Obispo at $430 round-trip on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Monday is the most expensive at $525.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly to San Luis Obispo with an average price of $384 round-trip.
•June ($507) and December ($470) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to San Luis Obispo?

Evening flights to San Luis Obispo are the cheapest at $434 round-trip on average. Morning flights are the most expensive at $496.

What is a good deal for flights to San Luis Obispo?

Flights under $348 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found round-trip flights to San Luis Obispo at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Las Vegas $187
•Los Angeles $209
•San Diego $224.

When are flights to San Luis Obispo the cheapest?

Flights to San Luis Obispo are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 58% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for flights to San Luis Obispo

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$109
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 15% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 12% increase in price.
Flight from San Diego to San Luis Obispo

When to book flights to San Luis Obispo

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Your questions about flights to San Luis Obispo, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What kind of ground transportation is available at this airport to get me into San Luis Obispo?

    The local San Luis Obispo transit system offers service from the airport to the downtown area of San Luis Obispo aboard route numbers 1A and 1B. The approximate fare to ride the bus is around $1.50.

  • Are there any rental car companies available at this airport and if so, where will I find them in the terminal?

    There are four different national rental car companies that have an operation at the airport. You will find the customer service desk for all of these rental car companies near the baggage claim area. All the rental car companies operate seven days a week from 8.00 a.m. until 5.00 p.m. If you have reserved a car at a time that is not during the normal operating hours, they will have personnel at the customer service desk to assist you at that time.

  • Are there any rideshare services available at this airport?

    Both of the major rideshare companies that most travelers are familiar with have an operation at this airport. All of the rideshare companies pick up their passengers at the designated passenger pickup area that travelers will find outside of the terminal building.

  • Is it possible to get a taxi at this airport and if so, what is the approximate fare to get me into downtown San Luis Obispo from the airport?

    There are four different local taxi companies that offer service from the airport to downtown San Luis Obispo. Most will have taxis at the airport when flights arrive. The trip time to downtown is around 6min and you should expect to pay a fare of around $16.

  • Are there direct flights available to San Luis Obispo from the US?

    Yes, there are direct flights available to San Luis Obispo from select cities in the US. Airports like Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), San Francisco International Airport (SFO), and Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) offer non-stop flights to San Luis Obispo. However, depending on your departure city, you may need to consider connecting flights.

  • Are there any alternative airports near San Luis Obispo in case I can't find a suitable flight?

    If you can't find a convenient flight to San Luis Obispo, you may consider flying to nearby airports. The closest alternative airports include Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), approximately 90 miles south of San Luis Obispo, and Monterey Regional Airport (MRY), located around 100 miles to the north. From there, you can rent a car or arrange ground transportation to reach San Luis Obispo.

  • What airlines operate flights to San Luis Obispo from the US?

    Major airlines such as American Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines offer flights to San Luis Obispo from various cities in the US. Additionally, regional carriers like Alaska Airlines and Contour Airlines provide service to the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP).

  • Are there public transportation options from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to the city center?

    Yes, public transportation options are available from the airport to the city center. The SLO Transit Route 9 bus provides service between the airport and downtown San Luis Obispo. Additionally, taxis, ride-sharing services, and shuttle services are also available for transportation to and from the airport. 

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at San Luis Obispo?

    United Airlines operates the most flights from the United States to San Luis Obispo at 52 per week, and for this route United Airlines is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from the United States to San Luis Obispo. The two are often different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveler choice.

  • How far is San Luis Obispo County from downtown San Luis Obispo?

    San Luis Obispo County is 3.2 mi from downtown San Luis Obispo.

  • How long are nonstop flights to San Luis Obispo from different departure cities?

    Nonstop flight time to San Luis Obispo varies depending on your departure city:

    • from Denver: 2h 44m
    • from Los Angeles: 1h 02m
    • from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport: 3h 31m
    • from San Diego: 1h 13m
    • from Las Vegas: 1h 33m

  • Where can I fly from to get the cheapest fares to San Luis Obispo?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to San Luis Obispo are from:
    • Phoenix, from $338 round-trip

  • How many flights serve San Luis Obispo?

    San Luis Obispo receives 16 flights per day and 115 per week from across the world. San Francisco has the most flights to San Luis Obispo, with 22 weekly flights.

  • How do I know if a flight to San Luis Obispo is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to San Luis Obispo is around $348 round-trip. This fare is in the lowest 25% of round-trip prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to San Luis Obispo?

    Last-minute fares to San Luis Obispo – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 21% above the average round-trip fare of $453.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to San Luis Obispo?

    United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines are the most popular airlines among KAYAK users flying to San Luis Obispo. United Airlines has the best on-time record at the destination's main airport.

Your guide to booking San Luis Obispo flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to San Luis Obispo, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. That window historically saves about 58% versus last-minute pricing based on KAYAK booking data over the last 12 months.
  • For flights to San Luis Obispo, recent KAYAK data shows that stronger deals tend to land around $348 round-trip. If you see a fare below that threshold, it's a strong deal – book before the price climbs back up.
  • If you can choose when to go, time your trip to San Luis Obispo around January. Round-trip fares historically average $384 that month – typically the cheapest month to travel based on the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat-selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to afternoon to save up to $62 per round-trip. Afternoon flights to San Luis Obispo average $434 compared to $496 for morning flights. See the time-of-day chart above for the full breakdown.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class and route. On flights to San Luis Obispo, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, United Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class, Alaska Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class and American Airlines includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • If you have just landed at the San Luis Obispo airport (SBP) and are in need of some quick cash you will find ATMs that have a location near the baggage claim area of the terminal building.
  • One of the great things about this airport is they take care of your all electronic devices that may be low on battery. Travelers will find a number of charging stations located past security in the terminal building.
  • If you are traveling with your favorite pet or you have a service animal you will find pet relief areas that have a location past security in the courtyard of the terminal building.
  • If you have just arrived at the airport and are in need of something to eat or drink there are two options here at the airport. There is a small café and market for quick-grab snacks and drinks. There is also a full-service restaurant that offers breakfast, lunch, and dinner plus a brunch on Sunday.
  • If you are someone that has a disability or accessibility issues this airport offers several features to assist you with your travels. This includes a designated ADA loading and unloading space in front of the terminal. There is an also an elevator in parking lot Number Four that has a location next to the ADA parking spaces in the lot to give these travelers easy access to and from the terminal.
  • Although San Luis Obispo Airport (SLO) is smaller compared to larger international airports, it still provides a range of dining and shopping options. Grab a quick bite or indulge in a meal at the airport's restaurant, and browse through the shops for any last-minute travel essentials.
  • If you need any special assistance or have specific needs, it's advisable to contact the staff at San Luis Obispo Airport in advance. Inform them of your requirements, such as wheelchair assistance or dietary restrictions, to ensure a comfortable and accommodating travel experience.

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