Journey information
Overview: San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA flight
Flights from San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA depart on average 31 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €101 but you can travel from only €29 by bus.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:40. The fastest flight covers the 267 miles (431 km) distance in 1h 12m. August is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 267 miles (431 km) |
Average flight duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €101 |
Flights per day 31 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 1h 12m |
First flight 5:00 AM |
Last flight 10:40 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 1 day |
The cheapest and fastest flights from San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
Cheapest price on Aug 29
€260
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€516
Fastest journey on Aug 29
1 h 19 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
3 h 4 m
Flights on Aug 29
37
Distance
431 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA will cost around €516 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €260.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 37 flights from San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA, including 2 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct flights cover the 431 km distance in an average of 3 h 4 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the longest flights will take 4 h 23 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
UA2274 · UA26497:15 AM4h38San Diego International Airport11:53 AMSan Luis Obispo County Regional Airport€2601One-way1 transfer
UA1763 · UA13251:24 PM4h21San Diego International Airport5:45 PMSan Luis Obispo County Regional Airport€2601One-way1 transfer
UA1565 · UA232312:33 PM8h27San Diego International Airport9:00 PMSan Luis Obispo County Regional Airport€2601One-way1 transfer
UA2045 · UA7976:30 AM6h54San Diego International Airport1:24 PMSan Luis Obispo County Regional Airport€2601One-way1 transfer
UA2309 · UA132511:17 AM6h28San Diego International Airport5:45 PMSan Luis Obispo County Regional Airport€2601One-way1 transfer
AA94331:25 PM1h19San Diego International Airport2:44 PMSan Luis Obispo County Regional Airport€2781One-way0 transfers
AA942510:30 PM1h20San Diego International Airport11:50 PMSan Luis Obispo County Regional Airport€2781One-way0 transfers
UA5599 · UA13251:46 PM3h59McClellan–Palomar Airport5:45 PMSan Luis Obispo County Regional Airport€6861One-way1 transfer
UA1763 · UA13251:24 PM4h21San Diego International Airport5:45 PMSan Luis Obispo County Regional Airport€2601One-way1 transfer
UA5519 · UA26497:30 AM4h23McClellan–Palomar Airport11:53 AMSan Luis Obispo County Regional Airport€6861One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €49 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 15m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €49, while a flight costs an average of €598.
Distance: 267 miles (431 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€598 Average price | €86 Average price | €49 Average price Cheapest | €58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 15m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 8h 52m Average total duration 8h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA:
A bus is €36 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA costing on average €86.
A bus is €549 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA costing on average €598.
Other travel options to San Luis Obispo, CA take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 22m.
Bus takes on average 8h 28m.
Live departures
San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA flight times
The table below shows live departures for San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA flights for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UA5520 · UA2323 | 8:40 AM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 12h20 | 9:00 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2476 · UA2323 | 8:45 AM San Diego International Airport | 12h15 | 9:00 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA1793+ AA4134 | 9:40 AM San Diego International Airport | 8h48 | 6:28 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1791 · UA5636 | 9:49 AM San Diego International Airport | 5h32 | 3:21 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2793 · UA2323 | 11:00 AM San Diego International Airport | 10h00 | 9:00 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2309 · UA1754 · UA5218 | 11:20 AM San Diego International Airport | 8h27 | 7:47 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2309 · UA2610 · UA5218 | 11:20 AM San Diego International Airport | 8h27 | 7:47 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2309 · UA5636 | 11:20 AM San Diego International Airport | 4h01 | 3:21 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1565 · UA2323 | 12:33 PM San Diego International Airport | 8h27 | 9:00 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1835 · UA581 | 12:41 PM San Diego International Airport | 7h16 | 7:57 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1835 · UA1754 · UA5218 | 12:41 PM San Diego International Airport | 7h06 | 7:47 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA2122+ AA4134 | 12:48 PM San Diego International Airport | 5h40 | 6:28 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5515 · UA2323 | 1:04 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 7h56 | 9:00 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1763 · UA1754 · UA5218 | 1:24 PM San Diego International Airport | 6h23 | 7:47 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA1763 · UA581 | 1:24 PM San Diego International Airport | 6h33 | 7:57 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
AS3214 | 1:25 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h19 | 2:44 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AA9433 | 1:25 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h19 | 2:44 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA5599 · UA581 | 1:46 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 6h11 | 7:57 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5599 · UA1754 · UA5218 | 1:46 PM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 6h01 | 7:47 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2175 · UA2019 · UA581 | 2:24 PM San Diego International Airport | 5h33 | 7:57 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2175 · UA5218 | 2:24 PM San Diego International Airport | 5h23 | 7:47 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2117 · UA581 | 3:56 PM San Diego International Airport | 4h01 | 7:57 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2234 · UA5218 | 5:00 PM San Diego International Airport | 2h47 | 7:47 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA519 · UA797 | 6:55 PM San Diego International Airport | 18h29 | 1:24 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA9425 | 10:30 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h20 | 11:50 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
AS3444 | 10:30 PM San Diego International Airport | 1h20 | 11:50 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
UA2667 · UA2199 · UA1325 | 6:20 AM San Diego International Airport | 11h25 | 5:45 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA2667 · UA4723 | 6:20 AM San Diego International Airport | 6h12 | 12:32 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA625 · AA3077 | 6:25 AM San Diego International Airport | 5h40 | 12:05 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA625+ AA4134 | 6:25 AM San Diego International Airport | 12h03 | 6:28 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2045 · UA797 | 6:30 AM San Diego International Airport | 6h54 | 1:24 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2045 · UA2323 | 6:30 AM San Diego International Airport | 14h30 | 9:00 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2274 · UA1325 | 7:15 AM San Diego International Airport | 10h30 | 5:45 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2274 · UA2323 | 7:15 AM San Diego International Airport | 13h45 | 9:00 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA2274 · UA2649 | 7:15 AM San Diego International Airport | 4h38 | 11:53 AM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5519 · UA1325 | 7:30 AM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 10h15 | 5:45 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5519 · UA2649 | 7:30 AM McClellan–Palomar Airport | 4h23 | 11:53 AM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1 transfer | |
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FAQs: San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at San Luis Obispo, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- SLO Wine Festival, a celebration of the region's finest wines featuring tastings, food pairings, and live music
- San Luis Obispo International Film Festival, an annual showcase of independent films with screenings, panels, and special events
- Farmers Market, a vibrant weekly event offering fresh produce, local goods, and live entertainment every Thursday evening.
- Bubblegum Alley, a narrow alleyway famous for its walls covered in layers of chewed gum left by visitors
- Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa, a historic Spanish mission founded in 1772 with a museum and beautiful gardens
- Bishop Peak, a popular hiking destination offering panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscapes
- San Luis Obispo Museum of Art, a contemporary art museum showcasing works by regional and national artists
- Avila Beach, a nearby coastal spot known for its sandy shores and scenic pier.
- Stroll through Downtown SLO, a vibrant area with shops, restaurants, and the famous Thursday Night Farmers' Market
- Attend a performance at the Fremont Theater, a historic venue known for its art deco architecture and live events
- Visit the San Luis Obispo Children's Museum, offering interactive exhibits and activities for kids
- Explore the local wineries and vineyards, enjoying tastings and tours in the Edna Valley wine region
- Discover the natural beauty of Montana de Oro State Park, with its rugged cliffs, secluded beaches, and scenic hiking trails.
- Independence Day, vibrant fireworks and festive parades celebrating American heritage
- Labor Day, perfect weather for outdoor activities and local events
- Thanksgiving, a time for family gatherings with a charming small-town atmosphere.
popular airports
Popular airports from San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA
Most San Diego, CA to San Luis Obispo, CA flights use the San Diego International Airport to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare San Diego, CA and San Luis Obispo, CA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Which San Diego, CA airport do flights to San Luis Obispo, CA leave from?
Getting to San Diego International Airport from San Diego city centre
San Diego International Airport is 4 km from San Diego city centre. Public transport options include:
San Diego International Airport airport facilities and services
San Diego International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurants in terminals 1 and 2, including fast food and sit-down options like The Counter and Phil's BBQ
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in all terminals.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Diego International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at San Diego International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Diego International Airport: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotels nearby, Sheraton San Diego Hotel & Mari within walking distance..
Getting to McClellan-Palomar Airport from San Diego city centre
McClellan-Palomar Airport airport facilities and services
McClellan-Palomar Airport has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at McClellan-Palomar Airport: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which San Luis Obispo, CA airport do flights from San Diego, CA arrive at?
Getting to San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport from San Luis Obispo city centre
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is 4 km from San Luis Obispo city centre. Public transport options include:
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport airport facilities and services
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: One cafe available in the main terminal.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are aTM located near the entrance of the terminal.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport: Wheelchair accessible and facilities available for disabled passengers.
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