Journey information
Overview: San Luis Obispo, CA to Los Angeles, CA flight
Flights from San Luis Obispo, CA to Los Angeles, CA depart on average 28 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $177 (€143) but you can travel from only $35 (€29) by bus.
There are 1 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 23:25. The fastest flight covers the 161 miles (260 km) distance in 3h 18m. June is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 161 miles (260 km) |
Average flight duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price $177 (€143) |
Flights per day 28 |
Direct flights 1 |
Fastest flight 3h 18m |
Cheapest month to travel June |
First flight 05:00 |
Last flight 23:25 |
The cheapest and fastest flights from San Luis Obispo, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Cheapest price
€354
Average price
€658
Fastest journey
1 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 57 m
Flights per day
41
Distance
260 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from San Luis Obispo, CA to Los Angeles, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from San Luis Obispo, CA to Los Angeles, CA will cost around €658 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €354.
Of the 41 flights that leave San Luis Obispo, CA for Los Angeles, CA onTue, Dec 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct flights cover the 260 km distance in an average of 2 h 57 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 15 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the longest flights will take 3 h 44 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.
UA5567 · UA765
UA1418 · UA430
UA5951 · UA217
UA5897
UA5951 · UA1800
UA5897
UA5951 · UA574
UA5951 · UA217
UA5951 · UA1754
UA5567 · UA5617Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for San Luis Obispo, CA to Los Angeles, CA
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from San Luis Obispo, CA to Los Angeles, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €29. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 4h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.2kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €29, and a flight costs an average of €143.
Distance: 161 miles (260 km)
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| Flight | Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€349 Average price | €51 Average price | €39 Average price Cheapest |
8h 26m Average total duration 5h 26m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 6m Average total duration 5h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 24m Average total duration Fastest 4h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.2kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.3 - 0.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
San Luis Obispo, CA to Los Angeles, CA flight times
The table below shows live departures for San Luis Obispo, CA to Los Angeles, CA flights for today, Monday, December 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
UA1418 · UA2411 | 1:02 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 15h54 | 4:56 AM Burbank | 1 transfer | |
UA1418 · UA203 | 1:02 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 12h36 | 1:38 AM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1418 · UA1013 | 1:02 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 8h03 | 9:05 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1418 · UA725 | 1:02 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 9h56 | 10:58 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1418 · UA405 | 1:02 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 6h40 | 7:42 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1418 · UA430 | 1:02 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 7h30 | 8:32 PM Ontario International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1418 · UA2028 | 1:02 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 15h40 | 4:42 AM Ontario International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA1418 · UA2154 | 1:02 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 7h54 | 8:56 PM Burbank | 1 transfer | |
UA1418 · UA1320 | 1:02 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 8h04 | 9:06 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2673+ AA3682 | 2:00 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 9h31 | 11:31 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2720+ AA3682 | 2:00 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 6h09 | 8:09 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2908+ AA3682 | 2:00 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 12h18 | 2:18 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5897 | 3:15 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 1h15 | 4:30 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
UA5567 · UA5958 · UA5307 | 3:26 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 8h01 | 11:27 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5567 · UA611 · UA1631 | 3:26 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 7h27 | 10:53 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
UA5567 · UA217 | 3:26 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 10h11 | 1:37 AM Ontario International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5567 · UA5661 | 3:26 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 7h23 | 10:49 PM Burbank | 1 transfer | |
UA5567 · UA1164 | 3:26 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 5h00 | 8:26 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5567 · UA5617 | 3:26 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 3h44 | 7:10 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5567 · UA765 | 3:26 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 4h51 | 8:17 PM Ontario International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5567 · UA500 | 3:26 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 4h37 | 8:03 PM Burbank | 1 transfer | |
UA5567 · UA643 | 3:26 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 4h51 | 8:17 PM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5567 · UA2115 · UA5618 | 3:26 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 10h16 | 1:42 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 2 transfers | |
AA1408+ AA3892 | 5:55 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 11h55 | 5:50 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2673+ AA3892 | 5:55 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 5h36 | 11:31 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2908+ AA3892 | 5:55 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 8h23 | 2:18 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4787 · UA2028 | 9:05 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 7h37 | 4:42 AM Ontario International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4787 · UA1368 | 9:05 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 7h55 | 5:00 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4787 · UA2240 | 9:05 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 6h12 | 3:17 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA4787 · UA2411 | 9:05 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 7h51 | 4:56 AM Burbank | 1 transfer | |
UA4787 · UA742 | 9:05 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 8h18 | 5:23 AM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3065 · AA1408 | 9:08 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 8h42 | 5:50 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA3065 · AA2908 | 9:08 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 5h10 | 2:18 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5951 · UA325 | 10:22 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 5h00 | 3:22 AM Burbank | 1 transfer | |
UA5951 · UA448 | 10:22 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 8h27 | 6:49 AM Ontario International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5951 · UA2860 | 10:22 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 4h59 | 3:21 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5951 · UA589 | 10:22 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 6h20 | 4:42 AM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5951 · UA574 | 10:22 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 3h07 | 1:29 AM Burbank | 1 transfer | |
UA5951 · UA5459 | 10:22 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 6h06 | 4:28 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5951 · UA2369 | 10:22 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 4h25 | 2:47 AM John Wayne Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5951 · UA217 | 10:22 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 3h15 | 1:37 AM Ontario International Airport | 1 transfer | |
UA5951 · UA1754 | 10:22 PM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 3h23 | 1:45 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
| Tuesday, December 9 | |||||
AA2065 · AA1408 | 12:18 AM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 5h32 | 5:50 AM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
AA2065 · AA1695 | 12:18 AM San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport | 14h12 | 2:30 PM Los Angeles International Airport | 1 transfer | |
This is the last flight of the day. | |||||
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FAQs: San Luis Obispo, CA to Los Angeles, CA Flight
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Luis Obispo, CA to Los Angeles, 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 Los Angeles, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Academy Awards, annual ceremony honoring outstanding achievements in the film industry
- LA County Fair, a large fair featuring rides, food, and entertainment
- Hollywood Bowl Concerts, summer concert series held at the iconic outdoor venue
- Rose Parade, New Year's Day parade showcasing elaborate flower-covered floats.
- Memorial Day, long weekend marking the unofficial start of summer with beach activities
- Independence Day, celebrations with fireworks and barbecues
- Labor Day, a holiday that offers a chance to enjoy the last days of summer before fall
- Thanksgiving, a time for family gatherings and festive meals in pleasant weather.
Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you.
Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
popular airports
Popular airports from San Luis Obispo, CA to Los Angeles, CA
- Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport.
- Shops in all terminals, including duty-free and brands like Hudson News and DFS.
- Parking available at all terminals, approximately 6.6€ ($7) per hour.
- Available outside the terminal.
- Ramps.
- Available throughout the airport.
- Yes
- Lounges available in various terminals, including Delta Sky Club and United Club.
- Located in the LAX Airport Police Division, open daily.
- Bus: 102, 111, 117, 232, 40
- Metro: Green Line (Aviation/LAX Station)
- Train: NA
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