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Cheapest round-trip
$399
Typical prices: $436-$639
American Airlines
Sat 11/3Wed 11/7
DCA - SBP • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$200
Typical prices: $235-$431
United Airlines
Sun 11/11
BWI - 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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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, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
American Airlines Logo
7:14 am - 12:25 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:27 pm - 11:23 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 56m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
United Airlines Logo
6:35 am - 12:02 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 27m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
2:15 pm - 12:59 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
7h 44m1 stop San Francisco
$399United Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:53 pm - 11:34 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
7h 41m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:50 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 50m1 stop San Diego
$399Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:02 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
American Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 12:01 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 25m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 11:51 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBP San Luis Obispo County
9h 51m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
12:36 pm - 11:59 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
4:10 pm - 9:10 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 7:01 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 01m1 stop San Francisco
$399United Airlines
Wed, Feb 24 - Sun, Feb 28
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8:05 am - 3:23 pmBWI  Baltimore/Washington-SBP San Luis Obispo County
10h 18m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
6:55 pm - 6:47 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-BWI Baltimore/Washington
8h 52m1 stop San Francisco
$399United Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Tue, Nov 3
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:07 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-SBP San Luis Obispo County
8h 07m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:36 pm - 11:59 pmSBP  San Luis Obispo County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
8h 23m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$399American Airlines
Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 12
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:46 am - 6:02 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
13h 16m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:42 pm - 5:44 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$431Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:46 am - 11:43 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-SBP San Luis Obispo County
18h 57m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
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5:42 pm - 5:44 amSBP  San Luis Obispo County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
9h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$456Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. to San Luis Obispo flights

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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 $436 to $639. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $399, on American 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 $553 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 19% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 55% 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 $416 round-trip.
•December ($708) and March ($639) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 70% 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
The most popular month to fly with an average 5% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Baltimore 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 $436 to $639, with an average of $552 over the past 12 months. Anything below $436 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 $1,237. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x 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 $274, which is 16% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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) - 26% of one-stop connections
    • San Francisco (SFO) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 11% 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 49m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 7h 55m 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 $416 round-trip in that month - typically $292 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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