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$49+ Cheap flights from California to Santa Barbara (SBA)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SBA
Jan 4 — Jan 111
Sat 1/4
Sat 1/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) to Santa Barbara (SBA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 30, 2024.

Round-trip from

$226
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)
From California to Santa Barbara
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3010:43 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/55:00 amSBA - SFO
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$543
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3010:15 amLAX - SBA
Nonstop0h 59mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/26:00 amSBA - LAX
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$549
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3010:00 amSFO - SBA
2 stops10h 55mSouthwest
Sun 1/54:00 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/29$557
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/311:45 pmOAK - SBA
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Wed 1/17:10 amSBA - OAK
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/28$604
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/302:35 pmSMF - SBA
1 stop3h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/111:55 amSBA - SMF
1 stop3h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/29$624
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/303:25 pmSMF - SBA
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Tue 12/3110:55 amSBA - SMF
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/28$625
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:10 pmSJC - SBA
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Wed 1/12:10 pmSBA - SJC
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/29$656
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/303:00 pmSJC - SBA
1 stop27h 11mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/82:29 pmSBA - SJC
1 stop17h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/30$957
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:00 amSFO - SBA
2 stops11h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/16:15 amSBA - SFO
2 stops12h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/29$965
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/308:35 pmSFO - SBA
2 stops21h 36mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/56:59 pmSBA - SFO
2 stops15h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/30$977
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3012:45 pmSJC - SBA
2 stops22h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/82:10 pmSBA - SJC
2 stops23h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/30$1,033
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:32 pmOAK - SBA
1 stop13h 50mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/16:59 pmSBA - OAK
2 stops12h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/29$1,087

Find flights from California to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Santa Barbara that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 30, 2024.

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SacramentoSanta Barbara

SMF - SBA

SMFSBA

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/24

6:00 am-12:01 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/27

2:06 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$226

Las VegasSanta Barbara

LAS - SBA

LASSBA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/1

10:20 am-11:45 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/3

3:35 pm-4:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$228

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Fri 1/31

9:10 am-10:25 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/2

5:15 pm-6:30 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$232

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Mon 1/13

2:40 pm-9:28 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/16

5:00 am-12:04 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$236

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Mon 2/3

2:43 pm-1:52 pm

2 stops23h 09m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/5

4:19 pm-4:31 pm

2 stops24h 12m

$242

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Sat 2/8

7:50 am-3:05 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/9

11:15 am-10:15 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$247

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Tue 2/4

7:55 pm-1:52 pm

2 stops17h 57m

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/6

12:58 pm-7:36 am

2 stops18h 38m

$248

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Wed 1/22

11:00 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/23

6:20 am-7:23 am

Nonstop1h 03m

$249

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Tue 2/4

10:41 am-1:52 pm

1 stop27h 11m

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/6

4:19 pm-1:41 pm

1 stop21h 22m

$252

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Tue 2/11

8:51 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop3h 08m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/18

2:06 pm-8:44 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$256

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Best time to book a flight from California to Santa Barbara

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Travel insights for flights from California to Santa Barbara

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from California to Santa Barbara including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from California to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CA to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Santa Barbara. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 30, 2024.

When flying from California to Santa Barbara, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from California to Santa Barbara

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Santa Barbara. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 30, 2024.

The most flights from USCA to SBA are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Barbara ranges from 0.0 - 3.5 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Santa Barbara when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated December 30, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta from California to Santa Barbara to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,715 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,715 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,715 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,715 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,540 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,715 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,715 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,715 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Santa Barbara. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from California?

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from California, you will be flying to Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from California to Santa Barbara one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $49 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $109 and Alaska Airlines from $117 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Santa Barbara?

    The most popular route from California to Santa Barbara is San Francisco - Santa Barbara. You may also consider Sacramento Intl - Santa Barbara or Oakland - Santa Barbara.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Santa Barbara?

    Before booking your flight to Santa Barbara from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Copa Airlines (100%), Avianca (88%), Air Canada( 87%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Santa Barbara is $119. On average you can expect to pay $164. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Santa Barbara), can usually be booked for $157.

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on California to Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Santa Barbara?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from California to Santa Barbara.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Santa Barbara by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from California to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from California to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from California to Santa Barbara. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 30, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$158Average$363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$198Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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