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$105+ 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 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBP — SFO
Oct 18 — Oct 251
Sat 10/18
Sat 10/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Luis Obispo County to San Francisco are usually found in February or April, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap 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 September 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$105
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$301

Good round-trip deal

$333 or less

Good one-way deal

$212 or less
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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 September 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/1010:55 amSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/138:50 amSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Mon 10/66:22 pmSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/138:50 amSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$184
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/16:22 pmSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/54:18 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 9/266:22 pmSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/1011:02 amSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$194
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 9/256:22 pmSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/108:50 amSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$202
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 9/252:19 pmSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/94:18 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$203
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 9/266:22 pmSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/298:50 amSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/96:22 pmSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/149:03 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 10/38:34 amSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/69:03 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$244
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sun 12/148:30 amSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/226:55 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$257
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/254:57 pmSBP - SFO
1 stop4h 46mAlaska Airlines
Thu 10/910:14 pmSFO - SBP
1 stop15h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/17$258
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 11/216:00 amSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/226:40 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$265

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 September 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 10/10

10:55 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

8:50 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$179

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 10/17

10:55 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

San Francisco

Sun 10/19

8:50 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$179

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 10/6

6:22 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

San Francisco

Mon 10/13

8:50 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$184

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 10/1

6:22 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

4:18 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$189

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 10/3

6:22 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

San Francisco

Sun 10/5

8:50 am-10:05 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$189

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 1/1

2:21 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

San Francisco

Sat 1/24

10:35 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

$194

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 2/28

8:00 am-12:33 pm

1 stop4h 33m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

4:30 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$199

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 1/30

6:00 am-12:21 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$114

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 10/7

6:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$144

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 9/24

4:57 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop4h 46m

$144

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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

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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 September 12, 2025.

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 $357). 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 September 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 at noon could potentially save you up to 50% 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 September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Luis Obispo to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Friday at noon 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.

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 September 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
8,925 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

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
8,925 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

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

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  • 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 3 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 09m 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 10 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 10m. 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 34% 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 (93%), Avianca (90%) or Lufthansa (72%) 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 $393, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $133. 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, 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 $357). 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 September 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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