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$179+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo (SFO - 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 11/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SBP
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 27, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/218:55 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/238:33 amSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Sat 11/88:55 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/172:16 pmSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/25$184
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 11/256:40 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/27:26 amSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$193
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Mon 11/109:51 amSFO - SBP
1 stop7h 04mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/122:59 pmSBP - SFO
1 stop4h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/26$223
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Mon 11/246:40 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/16:00 amSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/25$224
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Thu 12/254:25 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/66:05 amSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/196:55 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/316:23 pmSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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.
Thu 10/308:55 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/18:33 amSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/25$269
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Mon 12/2210:45 pmSFO - SBP
1 stop20h 20mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/57:45 pmSBP - SFO
1 stop4h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/26$271
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/196:55 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:23 pmSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$279
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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.
Mon 12/2210:45 pmSFO - SBP
1 stop20h 20mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/66:00 amSBP - SFO
1 stop5h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/26$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/26. 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 12/236:55 pmSFO - SBP
Nonstop1h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/66:05 amSBP - SFO
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/26$284

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 October 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$325

Good round-trip deal

$244 or less

Good one-way deal

$343 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price ($82 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 October 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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San Luis Obispo

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Sat 11/8

8:55 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 11/17

2:16 pm-3:30 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$184

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Tue 11/25

6:40 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 12/2

7:26 am-8:38 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$193

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Mon 11/10

9:51 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 04m

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 11/12

2:59 pm-7:12 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$223

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Mon 11/24

6:40 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 12/1

6:00 am-7:12 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$224

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Thu 12/25

4:25 pm-5:34 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 12/31

5:28 am-6:45 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$239

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Thu 12/25

6:55 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 1/1

5:28 am-6:45 am

Nonstop1h 17m

$239

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Thu 12/25

4:25 pm-5:34 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 1/2

6:23 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$239

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Fri 12/19

6:55 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop1h 09m

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 12/31

6:23 pm-7:38 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$259

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Fri 10/31

4:25 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 11/1

6:00 am-7:12 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$269

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Thu 10/30

8:55 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 11/1

8:33 am-9:44 am

Nonstop1h 11m

$269

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Deals found on 10/26

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 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 Francisco-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 Francisco-San Luis Obispo flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-San Luis Obispo flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-San Luis Obispo flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Francisco-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 Francisco to San Luis Obispo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Luis Obispo from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo (average of $97). Flying from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo in February is currently the most expensive (average of $212). 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 SFO to SBP?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 October 27, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 31% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to San Luis Obispo flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 October 27, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,997 reviews

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 Francisco to San Luis Obispo?

    You will need to book a flight from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo County if you want to fly from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo. At least 1 airline has flights from San Francisco (SFO) to County (SBP) on a regular basis. There are 7 flights to San Luis Obispo from the San Francisco airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SFO to SBP to be around 1h 09m.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo in 1h 10m. Fly via United Airlines or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between San Francisco and San Luis Obispo is about 191 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($179), offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo. United Airlines is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo consider choosing Avianca (84%), Emirates (84%) or Lufthansa (81%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo? While on average our users pay $331, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $203. The most popular route (San Francisco - San Luis Obispo County), is priced around $193.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo (average of $97). Flying from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo in February is currently the most expensive (average of $212). 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 San Francisco to San Luis Obispo

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Francisco 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 October 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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