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Cheapest round-trip
$399
Typical prices: $434-$638
United Airlines
Sun 11/25Sun 12/2
IAD - SBP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$200
Typical prices: $282-$468
Alaska Airlines
Thu 11/22
IAD - SBP • 1 stop
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There are currently no direct flights between Washington, D.C. and San Luis Obispo. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Cheapest • Avg $489 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo (WAS-SBP)

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

Wed, Dec 16 - Sun, Dec 20
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3:14 pm - 8:03 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 49m1 stop Los Angeles
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5:07 pm - 5:29 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 22m1 stop Los Angeles
$399United Airlines
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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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
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1:03 pm - 11:15 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 12m1 stop Denver Intl
$399United Airlines
Mon, May 3 - Mon, May 10
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5:45 am - 12:11 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:02 pm - 7:00 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$399American Airlines
Thu, Apr 15 - Mon, Apr 19
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6:45 am - 12:11 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 26m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:02 pm - 7:00 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 58m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$399American Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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6:53 pm - 11:42 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 49m1 stop San Diego
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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
$399Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Sun, Dec 20
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:54 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:39 pm - 11:57 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 18m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Mon, Apr 5 - Sat, Apr 10
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6:50 pm - 11:35 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 45m1 stop Los Angeles
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6:55 pm - 6:00 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 05m1 stop San Francisco
$399United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
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6:53 pm - 11:42 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 49m1 stop San Diego
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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
$409Alaska Airlines
Mon, May 3 - Mon, May 10
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5:25 pm - 11:14 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 49m1 stop San Diego
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11:10 am - 11:36 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 26m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$439Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Thu, Nov 26
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6:10 am - 1:16 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
10h 06m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 4:08 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 08m1 stop San Francisco
$439United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo typically range from $434 to $638. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $399, on United Airlines.

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

There's little price difference between Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo routes. They average around $551 round-trip, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 56% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo at $378 round-trip.
•November ($738) and October ($644) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 95% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$200
Beat the crowds with an average 43% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to San Luis Obispo

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

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

    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 Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo range from $434 to $638, with an average of $548 over the past 12 months. Anything below $434 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo 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 $2,841. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $278, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at San Luis Obispo County Airport (SBP)?

    San Luis Obispo County Airport (SBP) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Avis
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • National

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

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

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

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

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Los Angeles (LAX) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $451 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $858, a difference of $407.

    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 Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo?

    Flying via Los Angeles (LAX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 35m, compared with 7h 58m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 8h 08m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

    San Luis Obispo is 3 hours behind Washington, D.C. (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo 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 Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $451, about $407 less than Monday fares (47% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo trip for January. Fares historically average $378 round-trip in that month - typically $360 less than the most expensive month, which is November (based on the last 12 months).

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