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$129+ 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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBP — SFO
Sep 3 — Sep 101
Thu 9/3
Thu 9/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 August 4, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/278:00 am
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Thu 9/36:40 pm
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/247:55 am
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Thu 10/110:45 am
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$255
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/166:00 am
SBP
-
SFO
1 stop4h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/239:27 am
SFO
-
SBP
1 stop5h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/1$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 8/192:20 pm
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Sat 8/224:28 pm
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/1$264
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 9/103:24 pm
SBP
-
SFO
1 stop6h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/1611:38 am
SFO
-
SBP
1 stop12h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/148:00 am
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Tue 8/186:40 pm
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$279
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Mon 10/52:26 pm
SBP
-
SFO
1 stop6h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/278:20 am
SFO
-
SBP
1 stop5h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$284
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/13:24 pm
SBP
-
SFO
1 stop3h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/83:25 pm
SFO
-
SBP
1 stop23h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 8/2$286
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/293:26 pm
SBP
-
SFO
1 stop7h 01m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 11/18:20 am
SFO
-
SBP
1 stop7h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 8/132:20 pm
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Sat 8/224:28 pm
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 8/3$294
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/246:00 am
SBP
-
SFO
1 stop4h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 8/273:25 pm
SFO
-
SBP
1 stop8h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$299
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Mon 9/143:24 pm
SBP
-
SFO
1 stop3h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/215:16 pm
SFO
-
SBP
1 stop21h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$301

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 August 4, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$249
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(Trip.com)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$319

Good round-trip deal

$424 or less

Good one-way deal

$238 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 25% potential increase in price ($100 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 August 4, 2026.
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

Cheapest round-trip

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 9/10

8:00 am-9:03 am

Nonstop1h 03m

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

10:36 am-11:53 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$249

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 8/30

8:33 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

San Francisco

Sun 9/6

6:40 pm-7:57 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$249

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 8/27

8:00 am-9:03 am

Nonstop1h 03m

San Francisco

Thu 9/3

6:40 pm-7:57 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$249

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 8/19

2:20 pm-3:23 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

San Francisco

Sat 8/22

4:28 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$264

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 9/10

3:24 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop6h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 9/16

11:38 am-11:50 pm

1 stop12h 12m

$269

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 8/14

8:00 am-9:03 am

Nonstop1h 03m

San Francisco

Tue 8/18

6:40 pm-7:57 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$279

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 10/5

2:26 pm-8:33 pm

1 stop6h 07m

San Francisco

Tue 10/27

8:20 am-1:46 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$284

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 10/31

3:26 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop7h 01m

San Francisco

Tue 11/3

8:20 am-1:47 pm

1 stop5h 27m

$284
Quickest round-trip

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 10/23

2:15 pm-3:18 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

San Francisco

Sun 10/25

9:02 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

$319

San Luis ObispoSan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 10/5

8:00 am-9:03 am

Nonstop1h 03m

San Francisco

Tue 10/27

2:10 pm-3:25 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$319

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Compare providers for flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

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 August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Luis Obispo-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco (average of $199). Flying from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco in May is currently the most expensive (average of $517). 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 August 4, 2026.

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 at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 18% 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 August 1, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

San Luis Obispo to San Francisco flights typically cost between $269 and $517 in August.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $249 on United Airlines (Aug 27-Sep 3).

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 August 4, 2026.
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
10,059 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,059 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,059 reviews

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

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 01m 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 14 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 03m. Fly via United Airlines or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 191 mi between San Luis Obispo and San Francisco. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 40% 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 United Airlines (45%), Lufthansa (34%) or Avianca (25%) 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 $1,349, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $179. The most popular route (San Luis Obispo County - San Francisco), is priced around $249.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco (average of $199). Flying from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco in May is currently the most expensive (average of $517). 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 August 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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