How popular is this San Luis Obispo to San Francisco flight route?

This flight path from San Luis Obispo County to San Francisco was viewed by 8 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco round-trip from $179. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $199, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $571. United Airlines is 30% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco one-way?

The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $89. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco for a low price.

What are the cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

Looking for the cheapest flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $903, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $184. The most popular route (San Luis Obispo County - San Francisco), is priced around $199.

What are the most reliable airlines from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco consider choosing Copa Airlines (80%), Avianca (75%) or SkyWest Airlines (73%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

Thursday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 60%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 21 days in advance, which can save you up to 66% on flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 21 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $194. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $289.

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

August is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Francisco from San Luis Obispo. Prices for August average $257 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $159. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of January. Opting for a August flight can save you 23% on your journey compared to booking in January

What airports do I use to fly from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

If you wish to fly to San Francisco from San Luis Obispo, then you need to book flights from San Luis Obispo County to San Francisco. There are 7 flights from County (SBP) to San Francisco (SFO) per day to choose from. Flights to San Francisco from County are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 08m is how long a nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco typically takes.

Can I find deals for flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

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

How can I find direct flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

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

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

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

$89+ Flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

Home Search by date Vacation packages Hotels Flight deals Car rental Travel tips & news

Find cheap flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Luis Obispo County to San Francisco are usually found in August or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

Round-trip from	$179 (United Airlines)
One-way from	$89 (Alaska Airlines)
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	August
Average price	$257
Good round-trip deal	$418 or less
Good one-way deal	$232 or less

From San Luis Obispo County to San Francisco

Search Deals

One-way flight from San Luis Obispo County to San Francisco

Search Deals

Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($10 potential increase over avg. RT price).

Search Deals

Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).

Search Deals

Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

Search Deals

Price to beat on a round-trip flight from San Luis Obispo County to San Francisco.

Search Deals

Price to beat on a one-way flight from San Luis Obispo County to San Francisco.

Search Deals

Find flight deals from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

Thu 7/32:27 pmSBP - SFO

Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines

Sat 7/54:10 pmSFO - SBP

Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$179

Tue 7/86:07 amSBP - SFO

1 stop25h 53mAlaska Airlines

Wed 7/95:51 pmSFO - SBP

1 stop5h 22mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$220

Mon 8/116:00 pmSBP - SFO

Nonstop1h 08mMultiple Airlines

Tue 8/126:00 amSFO - SBP

1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$420

Thu 6/266:07 amSBP - SFO

1 stop6h 34mHawaiian Airlines

Thu 6/265:51 pmSFO - SBP

1 stop5h 22mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$571

Best flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Thu 7/32:27 pmSBP - SFO

Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines

Sat 7/54:10 pmSFO - SBP

Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$179

Wed 7/96:07 amSBP - SFO

1 stop6h 34mAlaska Airlines

Wed 7/167:20 amSFO - SBP

1 stop7h 45mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$199

Mon 8/116:00 pmSBP - SFO

Nonstop1h 08mMultiple Airlines

Tue 8/126:00 amSFO - SBP

1 stop14h 30mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$420

Thu 6/266:07 amSBP - SFO

1 stop6h 34mHawaiian Airlines

Thu 6/265:51 pmSFO - SBP

1 stop5h 22mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$571

Last-minute flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. Data last updated June 12, 2025 and is based on user searches.

Fri 6/205:55 pmSBP - SFO

Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines

Sun 6/2210:45 pmSFO - SBP

Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$199

Sat 6/213:45 pmSBP - SFO

1 stop5h 52mAlaska Airlines

Tue 6/246:00 amSFO - SBP

1 stop9h 05mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 6/10

$369

Thu 6/266:07 amSBP - SFO

1 stop6h 34mHawaiian Airlines

Thu 6/265:51 pmSFO - SBP

1 stop5h 22mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$571

Thu 6/262:27 pmSBP - SFO

Nonstop1h 08mMultiple Airlines

Thu 6/269:59 pmSFO - SBP

1 stop17h 06mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/11

$616

Thu 7/32:27 pmSBP - SFO

Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines

Sat 7/54:10 pmSFO - SBP

Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$179

Tue 7/86:07 amSBP - SFO

1 stop25h 53mAlaska Airlines

Wed 7/95:51 pmSFO - SBP

1 stop5h 22mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$220

One-way flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco
Search for one-way flight options from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Tue 9/164:57 pmSBP - SFO

1 stop4h 46mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 6/12

$89

Wed 7/23:45 pmSBP - SFO

1 stop5h 52mHawaiian Airlines

Deal found 6/10

$135

Sun 8/102:27 pmSBP - SFO

Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines

Deal found 6/10

$204

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 7/3

2:27 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

San Francisco

Sat 7/5

4:10 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$179

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 7/9

6:07 am-12:41 pm

1 stop6h 34m

San Francisco

Wed 7/16

7:20 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$199

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 8/11

6:00 pm-7:08 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

6:00 am-8:30 pm

1 stop14h 30m

$420

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 6/26

6:07 am-12:41 pm

1 stop6h 34m

San Francisco

Thu 6/26

5:51 pm-11:13 pm

1 stop5h 22m

$571

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 9/16

4:57 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop4h 46m

$89

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 7/2

3:45 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop5h 52m

$135

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 8/10

2:27 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$204

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/12

Best time to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from San Luis Obispo with our price prediction graph.

Estimated round-trip price

Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

The best time to book flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBP to SFO?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 48% on airfare.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Luis Obispo to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

The most flights from SBP to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Hawaiian Airlines

7.9

Good

2,494 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,790 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

What airports do I use to fly from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?
If you wish to fly to San Francisco from San Luis Obispo, then you need to book flights from San Luis Obispo County to San Francisco. There are 7 flights from County (SBP) to San Francisco (SFO) per day to choose from. Flights to San Francisco from County are available from 1 airline, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 08m is how long a nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco typically takes.
How popular is this San Luis Obispo to San Francisco flight route?
This flight path from San Luis Obispo County to San Francisco was viewed by 8 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco round-trip from $179. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $199, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $571. United Airlines is 30% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $89. However, be on the lookout for offers from Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco for a low price.
What are the most reliable airlines from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco consider choosing Copa Airlines (80%), Avianca (75%) or SkyWest Airlines (73%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?
Looking for the cheapest flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $903, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $184. The most popular route (San Luis Obispo County - San Francisco), is priced around $199.
Can I find deals for flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on San Luis Obispo to San Francisco flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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.

See more FAQs

Roseville

Mountain View

South San Francisco

Livermore

Turlock

Santa Cruz

Manteca

Fairfield

Watsonville

Antioch

Hollister

Milpitas

Newark

Hayward

Alameda

Sunnyvale

Daly City

Union City

Campbell

Capitola

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Top airline flying from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
United Airlines	Cheapest$169	Average$245	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.

$89+ Cheap flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco (SBP - SFO)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.

Find cheap flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

2. Select your favorite providers

3. Compare prices and book

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Luis Obispo County to San Francisco are usually found in August or February, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

Round-trip from

One-way from

Popular in

Cheapest in

Average price

Good round-trip deal

Good one-way deal

Find flight deals from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

Cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco that are best for you.

Best time to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from San Luis Obispo with our price prediction graph.

Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBP to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Weekly flight availability from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

What airports do I use to fly from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

How popular is this San Luis Obispo to San Francisco flight route?

What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco round-trip?

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco one-way?

What are the most reliable airlines from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

What are the cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

Can I find deals for flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco that include hotel bookings?

How can I find direct flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

Traveling to a place near San Luis Obispo?

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Alternative routes for San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.

Top airline flying from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

100% Free

Book with Flexibility

Travel Smart

Cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.