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$388+ Cheap flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo (RIC - 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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SBP
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to San Luis Obispo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) to San Luis Obispo (SBP). 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 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$492
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$388
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$935
From Richmond Byrd Intl to San Luis Obispo County
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($118 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 8% potential price decrease ($53 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to San Luis Obispo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/105:34 pmRIC - SBP
2 stops21h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/146:22 pmSBP - RIC
2 stops12h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$492
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sun 9/219:59 amRIC - SBP
2 stops11h 16mAmerican Airlines
Thu 10/1612:27 pmSBP - RIC
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$513
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/107:03 amRIC - SBP
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/1412:27 pmSBP - RIC
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$652

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo that are best for you.

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Richmond

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San Luis Obispo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 10/10

5:34 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops21h 42m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 10/14

6:22 pm-9:45 am

2 stops12h 23m

$492

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 9/21

9:59 am-6:15 pm

2 stops11h 16m

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 10/16

12:27 pm-11:03 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$513

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 2/24

6:30 am-10:36 pm

2 stops19h 06m

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 2/25

2:58 pm-9:38 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$550

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/30

1:25 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops25h 51m

$388

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/16

6:38 am-11:34 am

1 stop7h 56m

$410

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/30

6:38 am-11:34 am

1 stop7h 56m

$410

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 9/30

10:35 am-5:37 pm

3 stops58h 02m

$462

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Deals found on 9/10

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

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to San Luis Obispo (average of $374). Flying from Richmond to San Luis Obispo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $511). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Luis Obispo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Luis Obispo. 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 Luis Obispo. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Richmond to San Luis Obispo to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

LHR - SAN

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.0

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Food

6.4

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

LHR - SAN

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Richmond to San Luis Obispo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For as low as $513, United Airlines can have you in San Luis Obispo from Richmond in 11h 16m. The distance from Richmond to San Luis Obispo is about 2392 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Richmond to San Luis Obispo round-trip?

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Luis Obispo, with prices starting at $308. American Airlines is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Richmond 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 Richmond to San Luis Obispo.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to San Luis Obispo (average of $374). Flying from Richmond to San Luis Obispo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $511). 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 Richmond to San Luis Obispo

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo. 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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