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$178+ Cheap flights from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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SBP — WAS
Oct 15 — Oct 221
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). 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 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$355
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$178
(United Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$400
From San Luis Obispo County to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from San Luis Obispo County to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($86 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($26 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025

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Cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/2112:27 pmSBP - DCA
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/255:00 amDCA - SBP
1 stop9h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$355
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/212:19 pmSBP - IAD
1 stop23h 23mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/256:25 amIAD - SBP
1 stop15h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$355
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:05 amSBP - IAD
2 stops10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/56:04 amIAD - SBP
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$360
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/3112:27 pmSBP - DCA
1 stop9h 32mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/57:00 amDCA - SBP
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/2112:27 pmSBP - BWI
1 stop7h 27mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/256:14 amBWI - SBP
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 11/612:28 pmSBP - DCA
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/117:00 amDCA - SBP
1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$375
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Thu 11/612:28 pmSBP - IAD
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/116:04 amIAD - SBP
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$375
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/167:16 pmSBP - IAD
2 stops10h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/216:11 amIAD - SBP
2 stops13h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$385
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/17:56 pmSBP - IAD
1 stop8h 27mAlaska Airlines
Wed 11/55:40 pmIAD - SBP
1 stop8h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/14$395
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/27:11 pmSBP - IAD
2 stops12h 08mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/146:04 amIAD - SBP
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$400
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:11 pmSBP - IAD
2 stops12h 08mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/96:04 amIAD - SBP
2 stops12h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$405
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/16:00 amSBP - IAD
1 stop8h 13mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 11/55:40 pmIAD - SBP
1 stop8h 46mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 9/15$408

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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San Luis ObispoWashington, D.C.

SBP - DCA

SBPDCA

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 10/21

12:27 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/25

7:24 am-11:57 am

1 stop7h 33m

$355

San Luis ObispoWashington, D.C.

SBP - IAD

SBPIAD

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 10/21

2:19 pm-4:42 pm

1 stop23h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/25

6:25 am-6:38 pm

1 stop15h 13m

$355

San Luis ObispoWashington, D.C.

SBP - IAD

SBPIAD

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 11/1

6:05 am-7:45 pm

2 stops10h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 11/5

6:04 am-11:43 am

1 stop8h 39m

$360

San Luis ObispoWashington, D.C.

SBP - DCA

SBPDCA

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 10/31

12:27 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/5

7:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$362

San Luis ObispoWashington, D.C.

SBP - DCA

SBPDCA

San Luis Obispo County

Sat 11/1

6:05 am-6:07 pm

2 stops9h 02m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 11/5

8:40 am-3:36 pm

2 stops9h 56m

$365

San Luis ObispoWashington, D.C.

SBP - IAD

SBPIAD

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 12/23

5:20 pm-5:21 pm

1 stop21h 01m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 12/30

6:29 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$375

San Luis ObispoWashington, D.C.

SBP - IAD

SBPIAD

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 11/6

12:28 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop7h 04m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/11

6:04 am-11:43 am

1 stop8h 39m

$375

San Luis ObispoWashington, D.C.

SBP - IAD

SBPIAD

San Luis Obispo County

Fri 3/6

6:00 am-5:25 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/10

5:51 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$381

San Luis ObispoBaltimore

SBP - BWI

SBPBWI

San Luis Obispo County

Thu 11/6

12:28 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 11/11

6:02 am-11:43 am

1 stop8h 41m

$412

San Luis ObispoBaltimore

SBP - BWI

SBPBWI

San Luis Obispo County

Tue 9/30

10:55 am-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 10/4

7:28 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$451

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. (average of $292). Flying from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 SBP to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 42% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

    San Luis Obispo County (SBP), located 3.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.. 3 airlines have flights from County to Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from San Luis Obispo County to Washington, D.C. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day.

  • How long is the flight from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

    For as low as $355, American Airlines can have you in Washington, D.C. from San Luis Obispo in 7h 33m. San Luis Obispo and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 2393 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. round-trip from $278. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $311, and American Airlines, from $356. Users have found that United Airlines is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $178 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $178 and Hawaiian Airlines from $225 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. 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 Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. (average of $292). Flying from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C. in April is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 3 airlines flying from San Luis Obispo to Washington, D.C.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$311Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$356Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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