Posted on August 30th, 2025
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport (SBP), also known as McChesney Field, is a publicly owned commercial and general aviation airport located just south of downtown San Luis Obispo, California. It serves the heart of the California Central Coast region, offering convenient access to wine country, coastal resorts, and business destinations in San Luis Obispo County. SBP is a preferred choice for private jet charter flights, thanks to its modern facilities, full-service FBOs, and location, which is midway between Los Angeles and the San Francisco Bay Area.
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is situated approximately 2.5 miles south of the city center of San Luis Obispo, near U.S. Highway 101. The airport is situated at an elevation of 212 feet (65 meters) above sea level and spans approximately 316 acres. It plays a key role in supporting tourism, agriculture, education, and aerospace businesses in the surrounding communities of Paso Robles, Pismo Beach, Morro Bay, and Avila Beach.
The airport is owned and operated by the County of San Luis Obispo. It is designated in the FAA’s National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems (NPIAS) as a non-hub primary commercial service airport. In addition to serving scheduled commercial air carriers, SBP provides extensive services for general aviation and private charter aircraft of all sizes.
Runway 11/29 is the airport’s primary runway and was extended to over 6,100 feet to accommodate a greater range of private jets and regional airliners. It is equipped with precision instrument landing systems (ILS) and supports operations in various weather conditions.
San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport features a full-service fixed-base operator (FBO) offering ground support, hangar facilities, and VIP amenities for private jet travelers. Airmotive Enterprises is the primary FBO on site and provides:
Private jet clients enjoy the convenience of direct tarmac access, car-to-plane boarding, and expedited services for arrivals and departures. U.S. Customs is not permanently based at SBP, so international arrivals require advance coordination.
Chartering a private jet to or from SBP allows travelers to reach destinations like Paso Robles wine country, California Polytechnic State University (Cal Poly), and the coastal towns of Avila Beach and Pismo Beach in comfort and efficiency. JetOptions Private Jets offers on-demand charter flights to SBP for leisure, business, and special events throughout the Central Coast region.
Popular routes include:
Whether you’re flying for a wine tour, executive meeting, or coastal vacation, SBP provides a low-traffic alternative to major metro airports with fast turnaround and local access.
SBP supports regularly scheduled commercial service through carriers such as Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines, with direct flights to hubs including Los Angeles (LAX), San Francisco (SFO), Denver (DEN), and Phoenix (PHX). However, private charter flights remain a preferred option for time-sensitive and high-comfort travel across the region.
Business sectors such as viticulture, technology, education, and aerospace benefit from the airport’s proximity to business parks and major institutions like Cal Poly and the Diablo Canyon Energy Plant. SBP also supports aerial firefighting operations, flight schools, and air ambulance services.
San Luis Obispo County is one of the most desirable locations on California’s Central Coast, known for its scenic beauty, Mediterranean climate, and thriving food and wine scene. Popular attractions within a short drive from SBP include:
These destinations can be easily accessed via ground transportation arranged through JetOptions for services at the ground airport. Charter clients often schedule direct flights to SBP to avoid the drive from Los Angeles or San Francisco and enjoy uninterrupted access to the Central Coast’s luxury and recreation opportunities.
San Luis Obispo County has invested significantly in airport upgrades over the past decade. In 2017, the airport opened a new passenger terminal with expanded check-in areas, improved security screening, and modern amenities. Additional improvements have included:
As part of regional transportation planning, SBP continues to expand its role in supporting general aviation, emergency operations, and regional air mobility initiatives.
In addition to SBP, several nearby airports support private and business aviation along the Central Coast. These include:
Each airport offers unique advantages depending on your route, aircraft type, and final destination along California’s scenic coastline. Learn more about regional options on our California Central Coast private jet destination page.
JetOptions Private Jets offers premier private jet charter services to and from San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport. Whether you’re traveling for leisure, business, or a wine country retreat, our charter experts provide tailored flight solutions with access to thousands of aircraft worldwide. Fly on your schedule, enjoy VIP handling, and land minutes from your Central Coast destination.
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Travel to California’s Central Coast with ease. JetOptions offers direct private jet charter to SBP with luxury service, flexible departure times, and full-service FBO amenities.
