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$69+ Cheap flights from San Diego to San Luis Obispo (SAN - 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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SBP
May 20 — May 271
Tue 5/20
Tue 5/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Diego to San Luis Obispo County are usually found in January or March, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Diego to San Luis Obispo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 May 15, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$167
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$69
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$289

Good round-trip deal

$197 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to San Luis Obispo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to San Luis Obispo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 15, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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.
Wed 7/99:59 pmSAN - SBP
Nonstop1h 14mAlaska Airlines
Mon 7/146:07 amSBP - SAN
Nonstop1h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/15$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/1811:15 amSAN - SBP
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/216:00 amSBP - SAN
1 stop4h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/15$157
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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.
Thu 7/249:59 pmSAN - SBP
Nonstop1h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 7/286:07 amSBP - SAN
Nonstop1h 13mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 5/14$167
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/14. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2710:54 amSAN - SBP
1 stop4h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/296:07 amSBP - SAN
Nonstop1h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/14$392
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/15. 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 6/139:50 amSAN - SBP
1 stop12h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/166:07 amSBP - SAN
Nonstop1h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/15$1,198

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 May 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to San Luis Obispo that are best for you.

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San Diego

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San Luis Obispo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSan Luis Obispo

SAN - SBP

SANSBP

San Diego

Wed 7/9

9:59 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 7/14

6:07 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$137

San DiegoSan Luis Obispo

SAN - SBP

SANSBP

San Diego

Wed 6/18

11:15 am-4:01 pm

1 stop4h 46m

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 6/21

6:00 am-10:09 am

1 stop4h 09m

$157

San DiegoSan Luis Obispo

SAN - SBP

SANSBP

San Diego

Thu 7/24

9:59 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 7/28

6:07 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$167

San DiegoSan Luis Obispo

SAN - SBP

SANSBP

San Diego

Fri 6/27

10:54 am-3:51 pm

1 stop4h 57m

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 6/29

6:07 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$392

San DiegoSan Luis Obispo

SAN - SBP

SANSBP

San Diego

Fri 6/13

9:50 am-10:35 pm

1 stop12h 45m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 6/16

6:07 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$1,198

San DiegoSan Luis Obispo

SAN - SBP

SANSBP

San Diego

Tue 7/1

9:59 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$69

San DiegoSan Luis Obispo

SAN - SBP

SANSBP

San Diego

Thu 5/29

9:59 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$129

San DiegoSan Luis Obispo

SAN - SBP

SANSBP

San Diego

Tue 7/1

5:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$133

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Diego to San Luis Obispo in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Diego-San Luis Obispo flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-San Luis Obispo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-San Luis Obispo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-San Luis Obispo flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Diego-San Luis Obispo 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 Diego to San Luis Obispo

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to San Luis Obispo?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to San Luis Obispo. Price data was last updated on May 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from San Diego to San Luis Obispo is 46 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Luis Obispo (average of $374). Flying from San Diego to San Luis Obispo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $551). 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 SAN to SBP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 May 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to San Luis Obispo at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to San Luis Obispo

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to San Luis Obispo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 15, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to SBP are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

Rainfall in San Luis Obispo by month

Plan your trip to San Luis Obispo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Luis Obispo ranges from 0.0 - 4.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Luis Obispo when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Luis Obispo by month

Plan your trip to San Luis Obispo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Luis Obispo, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 May 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and United Airlines from San Diego to San Luis Obispo by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,435 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,731 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego 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.

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Diego to San Luis Obispo?

    You will need to book a flight from San Diego to San Luis Obispo County if you want to fly from San Diego to San Luis Obispo. At least 2 different airlines have flights from San Diego (SAN) to County (SBP) on a regular basis. There are 4 flights to San Luis Obispo from the San Diego airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SAN to SBP to be around 1h 08m.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Diego to San Luis Obispo round-trip?

    Flying on Hawaiian Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Luis Obispo, with prices starting at $167. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $182 and $196, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Diego to San Luis Obispo for 31% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to San Luis Obispo one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Diego to San Luis Obispo are Hawaiian Airlines ($69), Alaska Airlines ($129), and United Airlines ($133).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to San Luis Obispo?

    Before booking your flight to San Luis Obispo from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Hawaiian Airlines (67%), SkyWest Airlines (63%), American Airlines( 63%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to San Luis Obispo?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Diego to San Luis Obispo? While on average our users pay $212, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $103. The most popular route (San Diego - San Luis Obispo County), is priced around $137.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to San Luis Obispo (average of $374). Flying from San Diego to San Luis Obispo in June is currently the most expensive (average of $551). 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 San Diego to San Luis Obispo

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 May 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$123Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$152Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%

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