$99 Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Popular airlines from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. (LAX)

Cheap Flights from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles (SBP-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $99 for one-way flights and $179 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Wed, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 18
SBP
San Luis Obispo
LAX
Los Angeles
$179 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $179 found 2 hours ago
United
Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 20
SBP
San Luis Obispo
LAX
Los Angeles
$181 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$181
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $181 found 12 hours ago
United
Wed, Jul 16 - Wed, Jul 23
SBP
San Luis Obispo
LAX
Los Angeles
$184 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Jul 16 from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Jul 23, priced at $184 found 3 hours ago
United
Thu, Jan 29 - Fri, Feb 13
SBP
San Luis Obispo
LAX
Los Angeles
$189 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Jan 29 from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, returning Fri, Feb 13, priced at $189 found 3 hours ago
United
Sat, Sep 6 - Sat, Sep 20
SBP
San Luis Obispo
LAX
Los Angeles
$190 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$190
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Sep 6 from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $190 found 12 hours ago
United
Thu, Jul 10 - Thu, Jul 17
SBP
San Luis Obispo
LAX
Los Angeles
$194 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Jul 10 from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Jul 17, priced at $194 found 5 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3
SBP
San Luis Obispo
LAX
Los Angeles
$199 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 27 from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $199 found 2 hours ago
United
Fri, Jul 11 - Mon, Jul 14
SBP
San Luis Obispo
LAX
Los Angeles
$199 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$199
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Jul 11 from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, returning Mon, Jul 14, priced at $199 found 2 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 13
SBP
San Luis Obispo
LAX
Los Angeles
$299 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$299
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $299 found 5 hours ago
American Airlines
Wed, Sep 10 - Wed, Dec 17
SBP
San Luis Obispo
LAX
Los Angeles
$461 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$461
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 10 from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Dec 17, priced at $461 found 3 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to Los Angeles (LAX)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $159 - $445 per traveler.

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Flights from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
San Luis Obispo County Regional
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$179
Distance
155 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 22 mins

San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles

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 Los Angeles are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles: 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 Los Angeles

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 Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $99 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles 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 Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Pick up cheap return tickets starting from $179 from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a United flight leaving SBP on July 29 2025 and touching down at LAX. The price was last updated on July 2 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SBP to LAX?
The cheapest flights from SBP to LAX are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
You can fly straight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) on a United Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SBP to LAX?
Take off from SBP to LAX with United. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way ticket for this route, starting from $204. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SBP on August 9 2025. Prices were last updated on July 2 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
On average, San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) only offers 1 direct flight to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) per day. For additional options, try our easy-to-use filters. Enter your travel dates, then choose "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to find flights offering layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Flights between SBP and LAX tend to be busiest at 7 AM. If you'd like a quieter trip and potentially cheaper fares, choose a time outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from SBP to LAX?
Fly on a Friday if you're looking for the biggest selection of flights from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX).
What is the earliest flight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)'s earliest flight to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) takes off at approximately 7:20AM UTC-8. With a total flight time of 1h 11m, you'll land at around 8:31AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
It takes around 1 hour and 11 minutes to cover the 160 mi from SBP to LAX.
What airline has the least delays from SBP to LAX?
Consider booking with United Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) without any delays. This airline has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 85%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Opt for a flight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays and cancellations. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Los Angeles from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP)?
If you're taking a direct flight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles, Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a flight from SBP to LAX often results in higher prices. While you may come across some last-minute deals, there's no guarantee. Keep your travel schedule open to boost your chances of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a SBP to LAX flight and hotel package?
You'll generally save money by booking a SBP to LAX 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 it all in one place. Once you've selected your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras such as car rentals, tours and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Generally, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your SBP to LAX flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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