Direct (nonstop) flights from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco

1 airline flys nonstop from San Luis County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Francisco International (SFO). It's 190 miles (306 km), about 1h 12m in the air. Operated by United Airlines.

SBP
San Luis County Regional Airport
🇺🇸 San Luis Obispo, USA
SFO
San Francisco International
🇺🇸 San Francisco, USA
Flight Time
1h 12m
Distance
190 mi
306 km
CO₂/pax
35 kg
−81 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
United Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by United Airlines United Airlines

Route data last updated: May 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

United Airlines UA United Airlines
Route
SBP → SFO
Flight Time
1h 12m
Distance
190 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco with one stop · direct emits 35 kg CO₂ per passenger

SBP LAX (Los Angeles) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 15m (155 mi) Leg 2: 1h 29m (337 mi) Total: ~2h 44m 🍃 116 kg CO₂ (+231% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBP → LAX
1h 15m · 155 mi
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Leg 2
LAX → SFO
1h 29m · 337 mi
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SBP SAN (San Diego) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 12m (262 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (446 mi) Total: ~2h 56m 🍃 157 kg CO₂ (+349% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBP → SAN
1h 12m · 262 mi
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Leg 2
SAN → SFO
1h 44m · 446 mi
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SBP LAS (Las Vegas) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 28m (314 mi) Leg 2: 1h 43m (414 mi) Total: ~3h 11m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+357% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBP → LAS
1h 28m · 314 mi
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Leg 2
LAS → SFO
1h 43m · 414 mi
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SBP PHX (Phoenix) SFO
Leg 1: 1h 45m (509 mi) Leg 2: 2h 8m (652 mi) Total: ~3h 53m 🍃 240 kg CO₂ (+586% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBP → PHX
1h 45m · 509 mi
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Leg 2
PHX → SFO
2h 8m · 652 mi
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SBP PDX (Portland) SFO
Leg 1: 2h 5m (721 mi) Leg 2: 1h 54m (550 mi) Total: ~3h 59m 🍃 261 kg CO₂ (+646% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBP → PDX
2h 5m · 721 mi
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Leg 2
PDX → SFO
1h 54m · 550 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

A nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo (SBP) to San Francisco (SFO) takes approximately 1 hours and 12 minutes. The distance is 190 miles (306 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

Just United Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

Yes. 1 airline: United Airlines.

How far is San Luis Obispo from San Francisco?

The flight distance from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco is 190 miles (306 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from San Luis Obispo to San Francisco?

At 1h 12m, 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 San Francisco?

Roughly 35 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 175 km.

Is the return flight from San Francisco 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 San Francisco?

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.