Travelling from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Diego: what you need to know
The average time for a direct flight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San Diego is 1 hour 10 minutes.
San Diego and San Luis Obispo (where San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is located) share the UTC-7 timezone. This means you won't have to change your watch when you arrive.
The most popular route is from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Diego International Airport (SAN). You can select from 13 services every week between these two airports. If you want to head off as soon as possible, the earliest flight from SBP to SAN is the 06:00 Alaska Airlines option. If you prefer to travel later, the final departure is at 16:47 with Alaska Airlines.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your SBP to San Diego flight.
If you're travelling during a major holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at security and check-in will be longer.
Direct San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San Diego tickets are available for booking. San Diego International Airport (SAN) is where you'll step off the plane.
Take to the skies with Alaska Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San Diego.
SBP is about 5 kilometres from central San Luis Obispo. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 55 minutes.
Planning to catch an early flight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San Diego? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near SBP:
When it comes to the on-time performance of San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport, data shows 79.98% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
You'll find SBP at 901 Airport Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP) to San Diego
$101 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San Diego flight. A round-trip plane ticket right now is $202. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To secure cheap flights from SBP to San Diego, book your trip one month ahead of your departure.
Organise your trip for May. That's the best month for landing a bargain on San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San Diego tickets. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.
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Airports in San Diego
San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The distance from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego is roughly 5 kilometres. It'll take you around 10 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you around 20 minutes.
If you're coming in on a late flight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San Diego, nothing beats the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near SAN:
Pick up a San Diego International Airport rental car and explore San Diego and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are popular providers you can book with here.
Booking your ride from San Diego International Airport around two weeks before your flight from SBP to San Diego can help you get the best possible rate.
SAN is located at N Harbour Dr.
McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)
Once your flight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San Diego has touched down, you can get to the city centre in about 40 minutes by car. Central San Diego is roughly 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD).
If you're travelling on public transport, it'll take about 2 hours 15 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and unwind at a hotel near CLD. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your SBP to San Diego flight:
The fastest way to reach your destination is with a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car. Collect a set of wheels from Budget, Hertz or Avis and set off in the blink of an eye.
In general, the sooner you book, the better the prices and vehicle selection. Secure your ride from CLD once you know your travel dates.
Best time to go to San Diego
Before booking your flights from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San Diego, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in San Diego offers a lively atmosphere and plenty to do, while the low season brings cheaper deals on hotels and smaller crowds.
Book a San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San Diego plane ticket with a departure in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 17ºC (63ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SBP to San Diego in February when temperatures average between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about San Diego
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in San Diego right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport to San Diego:
There are so many things to explore in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are major attractions which should feature on any good San Diego itinerary.
Explore more of United States
You've seen San Diego, now it's time to explore other corners of United States. Journey around 177 kilometres north-west to Los Angeles to tick off its top sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of United States, head for Phoenix, roughly 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are among its highlights.
