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$99+ 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 1/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBP — SFO
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 December 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/232:21 pmSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/1810:35 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$209
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:45 pmSBP - SFO
1 stop4h 21mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/187:00 amSFO - SBP
1 stop9h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/14$228
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/232:21 pmSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/264:25 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/275:28 amSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/286:55 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$251
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/198:15 amSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/256:55 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$289
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:24 pmSBP - SFO
1 stop3h 41mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/127:00 amSFO - SBP
1 stop9h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/16$323
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/202:21 pmSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/224:25 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:28 amSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/2710:50 amSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$349

Find flight deals from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 December 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$137
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$244

Good round-trip deal

$391 or less

Good one-way deal

$249 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco that are best for you.

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San Luis Obispo

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 2/27

6:05 am-7:12 am

Nonstop1h 07m

San Francisco

Sun 3/1

6:47 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

$179

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 1/13

2:21 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

10:35 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$179

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 1/14

10:59 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

San Francisco

Tue 1/20

10:35 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$179

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 1/16

10:59 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

6:35 pm-7:44 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$179

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 1/17

10:59 am-12:14 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 1/19

10:35 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$179

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 1/24

5:14 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop4h 41m

San Francisco

Tue 1/27

10:16 am-4:34 pm

1 stop6h 18m

$199

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 1/13

5:14 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop5h 33m

San Francisco

Wed 1/14

7:55 pm-2:32 pm

1 stop18h 37m

$199

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 12/23

2:21 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

San Francisco

Sun 1/18

10:35 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$209

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 12/24

5:28 am-6:45 am

Nonstop1h 17m

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

10:35 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$209

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 1/31

3:41 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$99

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Luis Obispo-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Luis Obispo-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Luis Obispo-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Luis Obispo-San Francisco flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for San Luis Obispo-San Francisco flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco (average of $97). Flying from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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?

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 December 18, 2025.

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 in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 59% on airfare.

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 December 13, 2025.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated December 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,091 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

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?

    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 5 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 05m 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 13 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco in 1h 07m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 191 mi between San Luis Obispo and San Francisco. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly 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. United Airlines is 33% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • 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 (66%), Lufthansa (65%) or SkyWest Airlines (62%) 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 $902, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $184. The most popular route (San Luis Obispo County - San Francisco), is priced around $179.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco (average of $97). Flying from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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.

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Top airline flying from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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