Direct (nonstop) flights from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles

1 airline flys nonstop from San Luis County Regional Airport (SBP) to Los Angeles International (LAX). It's 155 miles (250 km), about 1h 15m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

SBP
San Luis County Regional Airport
🇺🇸 San Luis Obispo, USA
LAX
Los Angeles International
🇺🇸 Los Angeles, USA
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
155 mi
250 km
CO₂/pax
29 kg
−65 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
SBP → LAX
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
155 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles with one stop · direct emits 29 kg CO₂ per passenger

SBP SAN (San Diego) LAX
Leg 1: 1h 12m (262 mi) Leg 2: 1h 7m (109 mi) Total: ~2h 19m 🍃 94 kg CO₂ (+224% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBP → SAN
1h 12m · 262 mi
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Leg 2
SAN → LAX
1h 7m · 109 mi
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SBP LAS (Las Vegas) LAX
Leg 1: 1h 28m (314 mi) Leg 2: 1h 18m (236 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 127 kg CO₂ (+338% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBP → LAS
1h 28m · 314 mi
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Leg 2
LAS → LAX
1h 18m · 236 mi
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SBP SFO (San Francisco) LAX
Leg 1: 1h 12m (190 mi) Leg 2: 1h 37m (337 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 122 kg CO₂ (+321% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBP → SFO
1h 12m · 190 mi
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Leg 2
SFO → LAX
1h 37m · 337 mi
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SBP PHX (Phoenix) LAX
Leg 1: 1h 45m (509 mi) Leg 2: 1h 33m (370 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 188 kg CO₂ (+548% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBP → PHX
1h 45m · 509 mi
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Leg 2
PHX → LAX
1h 33m · 370 mi
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SBP PDX (Portland) LAX
Leg 1: 2h 5m (721 mi) Leg 2: 2h 30m (833 mi) Total: ~4h 35m 🍃 313 kg CO₂ (+979% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBP → PDX
2h 5m · 721 mi
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Leg 2
PDX → LAX
2h 30m · 833 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?

A nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to Los Angeles (LAX) takes approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 155 miles (250 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is San Luis Obispo from Los Angeles?

The flight distance from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles is 155 miles (250 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?

At 1h 15m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?

Roughly 29 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 145 km.

Is the return flight from Los Angeles to San Luis Obispo also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Luis Obispo to Los Angeles?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at San Luis County Regional Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.