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$334+ Cheap flights from Richmond to San Luis Obispo (RIC - SBP)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — SBP
Mar 25 — Apr 11
Wed 3/25
Wed 4/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Richmond to San Luis Obispo

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 February 23, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/23. 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 4/217:00 am
RIC
-
SBP
1 stop8h 10m
American Airlines
Mon 4/277:02 pm
SBP
-
RIC
2 stops12h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/23$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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 5/276:00 am
RIC
-
SBP
2 stops14h 24m
United Airlines
Wed 6/312:42 pm
SBP
-
RIC
1 stop7h 43m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/21$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 6/22:38 pm
RIC
-
SBP
2 stops12h 06m
United Airlines
Mon 6/86:05 pm
SBP
-
RIC
2 stops12h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/20$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 10/288:20 am
RIC
-
SBP
2 stops11h 59m
United Airlines
Sat 10/3112:45 pm
SBP
-
RIC
1 stop7h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/19$474
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 10/187:00 am
RIC
-
SBP
1 stop7h 36m
American Airlines
Sat 10/2412:28 pm
SBP
-
RIC
1 stop6h 57m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/20$499

Find 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 February 23, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$434
(United Airlines)

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Average price

$611
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Richmond 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 February 23, 2026.
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

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Return

Price

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 5/27

6:00 am-5:24 pm

2 stops14h 24m

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 6/3

12:42 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$434

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 6/2

2:38 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops12h 06m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 6/8

6:05 pm-9:55 am

2 stops12h 50m

$439

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 4/21

7:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 4/27

12:55 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$463

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 6/2

7:00 am-12:32 pm

1 stop8h 32m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 6/8

7:02 pm-8:21 am

2 stops10h 19m

$632

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 3/11

10:47 am-8:08 pm

2 stops12h 21m

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 3/15

6:00 pm-9:34 am

2 stops12h 34m

$705

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 3/2

6:30 am-12:02 pm

1 stop8h 32m

$483

RichmondSan Luis Obispo

RIC - SBP

RICSBP

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 3/1

6:25 am-7:55 pm

3 stops16h 30m

$915

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Deals found on 2/20

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Luis Obispo from Richmond with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to San Luis Obispo (average of $202). Flying from Richmond to San Luis Obispo in May is currently the most expensive (average of $341). 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 February 23, 2026.
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
11,344 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

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
11,344 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,344 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

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 $434, United Airlines can have you in San Luis Obispo from Richmond in 14h 24m. The distance from Richmond to San Luis Obispo is about 2392 mi.

  • 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 44% 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to San Luis Obispo (average of $202). Flying from Richmond to San Luis Obispo in May is currently the most expensive (average of $341). 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 February 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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