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$110+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo (SFO - 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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SBP
Apr 10 — Apr 171
Fri 4/10
Fri 4/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo

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 March 11, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/189:15 am
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 23m
United Airlines
Sun 4/266:15 am
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/269:22 am
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 16m
United Airlines
Mon 3/306:15 am
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$214
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 7/2410:20 am
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 18m
United Airlines
Thu 7/302:06 pm
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Sat 6/2710:20 am
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 18m
United Airlines
Mon 6/296:25 am
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop0h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10$226
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/257:00 pm
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 08m
United Airlines
Sun 3/298:02 am
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 13m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$229
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sat 5/22:53 pm
SFO
-
SBP
1 stop3h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/67:20 am
SBP
-
SFO
1 stop15h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/8$241
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 3/1910:48 pm
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 11m
United Airlines
Mon 3/236:15 am
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8$244
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/69:15 am
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 23m
United Airlines
Mon 4/136:15 am
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 3/149:22 am
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 16m
United Airlines
Sun 3/156:15 am
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/7$259
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Wed 4/86:35 am
SFO
-
SBP
1 stop15h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/157:34 pm
SBP
-
SFO
1 stop28h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/11$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/2110:48 pm
SFO
-
SBP
Nonstop1h 11m
United Airlines
Wed 3/256:05 am
SBP
-
SFO
Nonstop1h 07m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/9$264

Find 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 March 11, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$199
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$110
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$267

Good round-trip deal

$179 or less

Good one-way deal

$220 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($68 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
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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 March 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

9:15 am-10:38 am

Nonstop1h 23m

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 4/26

6:15 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$199

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Wed 4/1

4:35 pm-5:56 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 4/5

6:15 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$199

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Fri 4/10

10:35 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 4/12

8:50 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$219
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Fri 7/24

10:20 am-11:38 am

Nonstop1h 18m

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 7/30

2:06 pm-3:07 pm

Nonstop1h 01m

$219

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Wed 3/25

7:00 pm-8:08 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

San Luis Obispo County

Sun 3/29

8:02 am-9:15 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$229

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Sat 5/2

2:53 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop3h 21m

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 5/6

7:20 am-10:28 pm

1 stop15h 08m

$241

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Mon 4/20

5:09 pm-2:32 pm

1 stop21h 23m

San Luis Obispo County

Wed 4/22

6:00 am-10:28 pm

2 stops16h 28m

$288

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Thu 3/26

12:55 pm-5:19 pm

1 stop4h 24m

San Luis Obispo County

Mon 3/30

6:15 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$319
Cheapest one-way

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

8:45 am-2:59 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$110

San FranciscoSan Luis Obispo

SFO - SBP

SFOSBP

San Francisco

Wed 4/22

8:45 am-2:59 pm

1 stop6h 14m

$120

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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco to San Luis Obispo

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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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 March 11, 2026.

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 at noon could potentially save you up to 28% 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 February 21, 2026.

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 March 11, 2026.
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
9,414 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

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
9,414 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,414 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

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 5 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 16m.

  • 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 23m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance between San Francisco and San Luis Obispo is about 191 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • 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 44% 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 (85%), United Airlines (77%) or SkyWest Airlines (68%) 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 $259, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $179. The most popular route (San Francisco - San Luis Obispo County), is priced around $199.

  • 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 April is currently the most expensive (average of $169). 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 March 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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