San Luis Obispo

$135+ Cheap flights from Illinois to San Luis Obispo (SBP)

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 11/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — SBP
Aug 19 — Aug 261
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to San Luis Obispo

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to San Luis Obispo flight deals. Data was last updated August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$269
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$135
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$750
From Illinois to San Luis Obispo County
One-way flight from Illinois to San Luis Obispo County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($85 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($36 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from Illinois to San Luis Obispo

Cheapest flights from Illinois to San Luis Obispo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to San Luis Obispo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/78:20 amORD - SBP
1 stop7h 19mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 10/217:50 pmSBP - ORD
1 stop8h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/11$257
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 10/78:20 amORD - SBP
1 stop7h 19mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/212:14 pmSBP - ORD
2 stops22h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/11$262
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 10/77:18 amORD - SBP
1 stop6h 58mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/86:22 pmSBP - ORD
1 stop8h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/11$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/710:32 amORD - SBP
2 stops9h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/812:38 pmSBP - ORD
1 stop6h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2711:54 amORD - SBP
2 stops8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/412:53 pmSBP - ORD
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$275
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/710:32 amORD - SBP
2 stops9h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/2112:42 pmSBP - ORD
2 stops9h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/11$279
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/103:50 pmORD - SBP
1 stop9h 34mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/152:03 pmSBP - ORD
1 stop7h 56mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$293
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 11/147:59 pmORD - SBP
1 stop29h 27mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/176:00 amSBP - ORD
1 stop5h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/13$295
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Fri 10/107:59 pmORD - SBP
1 stop28h 42mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/152:03 pmSBP - ORD
1 stop7h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/12$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:00 amORD - SBP
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/166:00 amSBP - ORD
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$319
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sun 9/286:30 pmSTL - SBP
1 stop25h 07mAlaska Airlines
Sun 10/57:50 pmSBP - STL
1 stop26h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/14$506
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/155:02 amCMI - SBP
1 stop8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1812:28 pmSBP - CMI
1 stop6h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/13$534

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to San Luis Obispo 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 14, 2025.
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ChicagoSan Luis Obispo

ORD - SBP

ORDSBP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

8:20 am-1:39 pm

1 stop7h 19m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 10/21

7:50 pm-6:24 am

1 stop8h 34m

$257

ChicagoSan Luis Obispo

ORD - SBP

ORDSBP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

8:20 am-1:39 pm

1 stop7h 19m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 10/21

2:14 pm-2:50 pm

2 stops22h 36m

$262

ChicagoSan Luis Obispo

ORD - SBP

ORDSBP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

7:40 am-11:57 am

1 stop6h 17m

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 10/8

12:38 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$269

ChicagoSan Luis Obispo

ORD - SBP

ORDSBP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

7:18 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 58m

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 10/8

6:22 pm-5:13 am

1 stop8h 51m

$269

ChicagoSan Luis Obispo

ORD - SBP

ORDSBP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/27

10:00 am-5:37 pm

1 stop9h 37m

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 10/4

2:19 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$269

ChicagoSan Luis Obispo

ORD - SBP

ORDSBP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

10:00 am-7:01 pm

1 stop11h 01m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 11/17

6:00 am-1:54 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$269

ChicagoSan Luis Obispo

ORD - SBP

ORDSBP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 10/17

3:50 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop9h 34m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 10/20

7:50 pm-6:24 am

1 stop8h 34m

$269

ChicagoSan Luis Obispo

ORD - SBP

ORDSBP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/27

11:54 am-6:43 pm

2 stops8h 49m

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 10/4

12:53 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$275

ChicagoSan Luis Obispo

ORD - SBP

ORDSBP

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

10:32 am-6:27 pm

2 stops9h 55m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 10/21

12:42 pm-11:42 pm

2 stops9h 00m

$279

St. LouisSan Luis Obispo

STL - SBP

STLSBP

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 9/28

6:30 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop25h 07m

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 10/5

7:50 pm-12:03 am

1 stop26h 13m

$506

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to San Luis Obispo (average of $374). Flying from Illinois to San Luis Obispo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $512). 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 IL to SBP?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to San Luis Obispo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to San Luis Obispo as you normally would.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Luis Obispo from Illinois?

    Most people fly into San Luis Obispo County (SBP) if they book a flight to San Luis Obispo from Illinois. County is conveniently located just 3.3 mi from San Luis Obispo’s city center.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to San Luis Obispo?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to San Luis Obispo 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 Illinois to San Luis Obispo?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to San Luis Obispo (average of $374). Flying from Illinois to San Luis Obispo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $512). 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 2 airlines flying from Illinois to San Luis Obispo

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$326Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$518Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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