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Cheap flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo (RIC - SBP) from $309

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to San Luis Obispo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to San Luis Obispo (SBP). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 28, 2024.

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Average price

$1,282

Round-trip from

$366
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From Richmond Byrd Intl to San Luis Obispo County
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo?

Sunday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 127%.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo?

The best pricing can be found in the month of September. Prices to San Luis Obispo from Richmond, Virginia average $663. You can even find prices in September for less than $663, as users have found deals to San Luis Obispo from as low as $398. The month of April appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to San Luis Obispo from Richmond, Virginia. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 93%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo (RIC - SBP)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 3% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Richmond and San Luis Obispo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Consider these cheap United Airlines flights we've found departing from Richmond to San Luis Obispo. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Sat 9/75:10 pmRIC - SBP
2 stops9h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/108:15 amSBP - RIC
2 stops12h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$332
Thu 9/196:40 amRIC - SBP
2 stops13h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/238:40 pmSBP - RIC
2 stops9h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$419
Sat 9/75:10 pmRIC - SBP
2 stops9h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/1012:58 pmSBP - RIC
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$450
Wed 9/186:40 amRIC - SBP
2 stops13h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/228:40 pmSBP - RIC
2 stops21h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$484
Sat 6/12:35 pmRIC - SBP
2 stops12h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/46:25 amSBP - RIC
2 stops13h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$512
Wed 9/186:40 amRIC - SBP
2 stops13h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/228:45 pmSBP - RIC
2 stops9h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$552
Thu 9/196:40 amRIC - SBP
2 stops13h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/228:45 pmSBP - RIC
2 stops9h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$557
Wed 9/188:15 amRIC - SBP
1 stop15h 44mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/228:45 pmSBP - RIC
2 stops9h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$576
Wed 9/188:15 amRIC - SBP
1 stop15h 44mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/228:40 pmSBP - RIC
2 stops21h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$605

Cheap American Airlines flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Richmond and San Luis Obispo. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest American Airlines flights we've found from Richmond to San Luis Obispo. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Thu 9/194:00 pmRIC - SBP
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/236:11 amSBP - RIC
1 stop9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$309
Thu 9/191:22 pmRIC - SBP
2 stops10h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/236:11 amSBP - RIC
1 stop9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$312
Sat 6/16:20 amRIC - SBP
2 stops12h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/412:21 pmSBP - RIC
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$445
Sat 6/16:20 amRIC - SBP
2 stops12h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/46:18 amSBP - RIC
2 stops10h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$448
Sat 6/13:23 pmRIC - SBP
1 stop8h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/46:00 amSBP - RIC
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$467
Thu 9/194:00 pmRIC - SBP
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/226:11 amSBP - RIC
1 stop9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$470
Thu 9/191:22 pmRIC - SBP
2 stops10h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/226:11 amSBP - RIC
1 stop9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$473
Thu 9/191:22 pmRIC - SBP
2 stops10h 05mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/226:00 amSBP - RIC
2 stops13h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$478
Thu 9/197:26 amRIC - SBP
1 stop7h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/236:11 amSBP - RIC
1 stop9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$497

Cheap Richmond to San Luis Obispo flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Richmond to San Luis Obispo specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Prices were last updated on April 28, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sun 4/286:10 amRIC - SBP
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/116:00 amSBP - RIC
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$413
Sun 4/285:01 amRIC - SBP
2 stops10h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/116:00 amSBP - RIC
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$416
Sun 4/285:01 amRIC - SBP
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/114:34 pmSBP - RIC
2 stops12h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$420

Richmond to San Luis Obispo 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Richmond and San Luis Obispo in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 9/194:00 pmRIC - SBP
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/236:11 amSBP - RIC
1 stop9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$309
Thu 9/191:22 pmRIC - SBP
2 stops10h 05mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/236:11 amSBP - RIC
1 stop9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$312
Sat 9/75:10 pmRIC - SBP
2 stops9h 49mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/108:15 amSBP - RIC
2 stops12h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$332
Sun 4/286:10 amRIC - SBP
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/116:00 amSBP - RIC
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$413
Sun 4/285:01 amRIC - SBP
2 stops10h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/116:00 amSBP - RIC
1 stop9h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$416
Thu 9/196:40 amRIC - SBP
2 stops13h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/238:40 pmSBP - RIC
2 stops9h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$419
Sun 4/285:01 amRIC - SBP
2 stops9h 51mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/114:34 pmSBP - RIC
2 stops12h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$420
Sat 6/16:20 amRIC - SBP
2 stops12h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/412:21 pmSBP - RIC
1 stop7h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$445
Sat 6/16:20 amRIC - SBP
2 stops12h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/46:18 amSBP - RIC
2 stops10h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$448

Find flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,944,896 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.

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Richmond Byrd IntlSan Luis Obispo County

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/19

1 stop7h 27m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 9/23

1 stop9h 10m

$309

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Luis Obispo County

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/19

2 stops10h 05m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 9/23

1 stop9h 10m

$312

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Luis Obispo County

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/7

2 stops9h 49m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 9/10

2 stops12h 09m

$332

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Luis Obispo County

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/19

2 stops13h 56m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 9/23

2 stops9h 58m

$419

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Luis Obispo County

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 6/1

2 stops12h 37m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 6/4

1 stop7h 51m

$445

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Luis Obispo County

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 6/1

2 stops12h 37m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 6/4

2 stops10h 12m

$448

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Luis Obispo County

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 9/7

2 stops9h 49m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 9/10

1 stop7h 26m

$450

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Luis Obispo County

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 6/1

1 stop8h 37m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 6/4

1 stop9h 34m

$467

Richmond Byrd IntlSan Luis Obispo County

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 9/18

2 stops13h 56m

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 9/22

2 stops21h 47m

$484

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Deals found on 4/28

When is the cheapest time to fly from Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to San Luis Obispo. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Luis Obispo by month

Plan your trip from Richmond to San Luis Obispo by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Richmond to San Luis Obispo is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $407. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo (average of $366). Flying from Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $597). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$375

February

$366

March

$470

April

$455

May

$446

June

$597

July

$531

August

$456

September

$432

October

$467

November

$448

December

$406

Temperature and rainfall in San Luis Obispo by month

Plan your trip to San Luis Obispo by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SBP

Temperature

51.8 - 66.2 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing San Luis Obispo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Luis Obispo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San Luis Obispo. Reviews last updated April 28, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,221 reviews
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Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Seating was very cramped, I was under the impression there was food and a entertainment tv on board

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,221 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,221 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Seating was very cramped, I was under the impression there was food and a entertainment tv on board

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,844 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,221 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.7

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Seating was very cramped, I was under the impression there was food and a entertainment tv on board

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $309, but on average you can expect to pay $475.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($309), and United Airlines ($332) offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo. These flights start at 53% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What does RIC to SBP mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Richmond Byrd Intl Airport to San Luis Obispo County Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a RIC to SBP flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Richmond to San Luis Obispo flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Richmond to San Luis Obispo flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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    Yes. In addition to deals on Richmond to San Luis Obispo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

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    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Richmond to San Luis Obispo by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Richmond to San Luis Obispo offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Richmond to San Luis Obispo flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo flight deals updated?

    The Richmond, Virginia to San Luis Obispo flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/28.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Richmond to San Luis Obispo

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American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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