Cheap flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco (SBP - SFO) from $158

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
SBP — SFO
Sep 26 — Oct 31

The best prices from San Luis Obispo County to San Francisco are usually found in February or September, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to San Francisco (SFO)

All the information you need to plan the best SBP to SFO flight in 2023: compare San Luis Obispo to San Francisco flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in San Francisco.

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$188

Round-trip from

$258
High demand for flights, 34% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 31% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in September 2023
From San Luis Obispo County to San Francisco

SBP - SFO

Price

$258 - $437

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

SFO

Rainfall

0 - 4.4 inches

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

Wednesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 144%.

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 41 days in advance, which can save you up to 59% on flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 41 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 $249. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $363.

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

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Francisco from San Luis Obispo. Prices for February average $244 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $128. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of August. Opting for a February flight can save you 51% on your journey compared to booking in August

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco (SBP - 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 morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

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Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Alaska Airlines flights we've found from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.

Cheap San Luis Obispo to San Francisco flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for SBP to SFO flights for September, October
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San Luis Obispo to San Francisco 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to San Francisco from San Luis Obispo found for this year
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Non-stop flights to San Francisco from San Luis Obispo

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One-way flights to San Francisco from San Luis Obispo

The cheapest one-way flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco
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Depart

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Price

San Luis Obispo CountySan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 10/12

Nonstop1h 02m

San Francisco

Sun 10/15

Nonstop1h 04m

San Luis Obispo CountySan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 10/17

Nonstop1h 04m

San Francisco

Sat 10/21

Nonstop1h 10m

San Luis Obispo CountySan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 10/6

Nonstop1h 04m

San Francisco

Sat 10/7

Nonstop1h 10m

San Luis Obispo CountySan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 10/6

1 stop20h 46m

San Francisco

Sat 10/7

Nonstop1h 09m

San Luis Obispo CountySan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 10/17

1 stop8h 34m

San Francisco

Sat 10/21

Nonstop1h 10m

San Luis Obispo CountySan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 1/10

1 stop3h 37m

San Francisco

Wed 1/10

1 stop26h 46m

San Luis Obispo CountySan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 11/2

1 stop25h 06m

San Francisco

Fri 11/3

1 stop22h 17m

San Luis Obispo CountySan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 1/10

1 stop3h 37m

San Francisco

Wed 1/10

2 stops15h 52m

San Luis Obispo CountySan Francisco

SBP - SFO

SBPSFO

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 10/11

2 stops10h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 10/13

1 stop22h 01m

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Deals found on 9/20

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and American 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
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

Avianca
6.9
Okay
958 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

They lost my luggage on my way to NY and then again on my way to SF, horrible

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about San Luis Obispo to San Francisco flights.

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 4 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 03m is how long a nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco typically takes.

Can I find flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $158, but on average you can expect to pay $290.

Are there nonstop flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 10 direct flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco is less than $343.

Are there last-minute flights available from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco for under $300?

There are currently 3+ open flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $300.

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 $158. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Alaska Airlines. United Airlines is 35% 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 $188. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and American 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 Avianca (88%), Copa Airlines (88%) or SkyWest Airlines (80%) 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 $701, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $128. The most popular route (San Luis Obispo County - San Francisco), is priced around $158.

What does SBP to SFO mean?

This is defined as San Luis Obispo County Airport (SBP) and San Francisco Airport (SFO). Codes like San Francisco Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

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

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$128Average$224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Hourly flight availability from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

See what time of day planes typically take off from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco
11%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
29%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
60%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco
Sunday4daily flights
Monday5daily flights
Tuesday5daily flights
Wednesday5daily flights
Thursday5daily flights
Friday5daily flights
Saturday5daily flights
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