$97 Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to San Francisco (SFO)

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Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco (SBP-SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $97 for one-way flights and $179 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Fri, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 7
SBP
San Luis Obispo
SFO
San Francisco
$179 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Dec 5 from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $179 found 1 hour ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 8
SBP
San Luis Obispo
SFO
San Francisco
$183 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, returning Mon, Dec 8, priced at $183 found 1 hour ago
United
Fri, Mar 6 - Sat, Mar 7
SBP
San Luis Obispo
SFO
San Francisco
$191 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$191
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Mar 6 from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, returning Sat, Mar 7, priced at $191 found 5 days ago
United
Sun, Feb 1 - Sat, Feb 7
SBP
San Luis Obispo
SFO
San Francisco
$193 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$193
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Feb 1 from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $193 found 2 days ago
United
Wed, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 23
SBP
San Luis Obispo
SFO
San Francisco
$194 Roundtrip, found 14 hours ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 14 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $194 found 14 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jan 20 - Fri, Jan 23
SBP
San Luis Obispo
SFO
San Francisco
$199 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, returning Fri, Jan 23, priced at $199 found 9 hours ago
United
Sat, Mar 7 - Sat, Mar 14
SBP
San Luis Obispo
SFO
San Francisco
$199 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Mar 7 from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, returning Sat, Mar 14, priced at $199 found 5 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Thu, Dec 25 - Mon, Jan 5
SBP
San Luis Obispo
SFO
San Francisco
$201 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 25 from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, returning Mon, Jan 5, priced at $201 found 3 days ago
United
Fri, Nov 21 - Tue, Dec 2
SBP
San Luis Obispo
SFO
San Francisco
$202 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Nov 21 from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $202 found 17 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Dec 24 - Sat, Dec 27
SBP
San Luis Obispo
SFO
San Francisco
$458 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$458
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 24 from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco, returning Sat, Dec 27, priced at $458 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to San Francisco (SFO)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $161 - $350 per traveler.

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Flights from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
San Luis Obispo County Regional
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$179
Distance
190 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 13 mins

San Luis Obispo to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco are during the month of December. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $97 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap San Luis Obispo to San Francisco flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your San Luis Obispo to San Francisco airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Snag a cheap one-way flight from $97 or cheap return flight from $179 from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Planning your getaway for December may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SBP and SFO. You'll usually find the lowest prices during the off-season.
Which airlines fly direct from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Take a direct flight with United Airlines and head straight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Use the filter tool on Expedia to compare different airlines and find the most affordable carrier that'll take you from SBP to SFO. Then, sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to snag a good deal.
How many flights per day from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Daily, an average of 2 direct flights operate from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Select the departure date that best fits your schedule.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
The 6 AM departures from SBP to SFO are typically the busiest. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save on your fare, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from SBP to SFO?
Jet off on a Friday if you're searching for the best selection of flights from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the earliest flight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)'s first flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) takes off at approximately 6:00AM UTC-8. With a flight time of 1h 13m, you'll arrive at around 7:13AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
It takes roughly 1 hour and 13 minutes to travel the 190 mi from SBP to SFO.
What is the best time to fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To arrive at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) without delays, pick a flight that leaves from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this hour.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)?
San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is the only airport in San Francisco with direct flights from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP). Check out the available options and find affordable fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Booking your flight from SBP to SFO just before your getaway is usually more expensive. But if you're flexible with your schedule, you could bag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a SBP to SFO flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking a SBP to SFO flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one convenient place. After selecting your preferred flights and accommodations, consider adding extras like activities, tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you reserved your SBP to SFO flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without fees. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for further details.

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