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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara (SFO - SBA) from $99

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 6/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from San Francisco to Santa Barbara are usually found in September or January, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 June 2, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Monday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

To save on the cost of your flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, book at least 30 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 55% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $139 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $189.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in November. For low rates, April can be a great choice for travel to Santa Barbara. Flights to Santa Barbara from San Francisco in April are about $148 on average during April, but can be found for as low as $44.

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

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Santa Barbara in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 9% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between San Francisco and Santa Barbara. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest United Airlines flights we've detected traveling from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Thu 7/258:45 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/276:30 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/31$137
Tue 7/910:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/136:24 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$197
Sat 6/2910:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/110:45 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$199
Fri 8/235:00 amSFO - SBA
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/266:36 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$207
Wed 11/66:35 amSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/92:05 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$208
Wed 11/62:39 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/91:10 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$218
Thu 8/2910:54 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/26:28 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$229
Tue 8/610:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/81:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$233
Fri 8/2310:54 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/256:36 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$243

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Alaska Airlines for the route between San Francisco and Santa Barbara. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Wed 11/69:15 amSFO - SBA
2 stops8h 53mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/96:58 pmSBA - SFO
2 stops23h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1$334
Fri 10/119:35 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop20h 15mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/146:46 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop13h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/31$340
Fri 9/139:35 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop19h 53mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/156:50 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop14h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/2$346
Fri 9/136:50 amSFO - SBA
2 stops10h 38mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/156:50 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop13h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/2$349
Sat 8/317:30 pmSFO - SBA
2 stops21h 58mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/26:50 pmSBA - SFO
2 stops14h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1$382
Fri 8/236:50 amSFO - SBA
2 stops10h 38mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/266:50 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop13h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1$395
Thu 11/78:00 amSFO - SBA
1 stop10h 08mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/106:58 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop13h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/2$396
Thu 11/76:00 amSFO - SBA
1 stop12h 08mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/106:58 pmSBA - SFO
2 stops20h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1$399
Fri 10/115:40 pmSFO - SBA
2 stops24h 10mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/146:46 pmSBA - SFO
2 stops18h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/31$401

Cheap San Francisco to Santa Barbara flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Santa Barbara specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Prices were last updated on June 2, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Santa Barbara in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 6/2910:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/110:45 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$199
Sun 6/2310:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/251:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$263
Sun 6/3010:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/21:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$265
Sat 6/2210:41 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/241:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$273
Thu 6/2710:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/291:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$317
Sun 6/3010:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/21:12 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$325
Thu 6/277:15 amSFO - SBA
1 stop3h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/291:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$327
Sat 6/297:15 amSFO - SBA
1 stop3h 07mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/110:45 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$328
Sat 6/297:15 amSFO - SBA
1 stop3h 07mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/11:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$329

San Francisco to Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Santa Barbara in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Santa Barbara in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Thu 7/258:45 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/276:30 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/31$137
Tue 7/910:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/136:24 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$197
Sat 6/2910:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/110:45 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$199
Fri 8/235:00 amSFO - SBA
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/266:36 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$207
Wed 11/66:35 amSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 22mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/92:05 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$208
Wed 11/62:39 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/91:10 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$218
Thu 8/2910:54 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/26:28 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$229
Tue 8/610:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/81:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$233
Fri 8/2310:54 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/256:36 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$243

Non-stop flights to Santa Barbara from San Francisco

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Thu 7/258:45 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/276:30 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/31$137
Tue 7/910:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 7/136:24 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$197
Sat 6/2910:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/110:45 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$199
Thu 8/2910:54 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/26:28 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$229
Tue 8/610:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/81:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$233
Sat 8/3110:43 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/26:28 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$243
Sat 7/610:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/126:24 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$249
Mon 7/110:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/81:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$258
Sun 6/2310:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/251:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$263

San Francisco to Santa Barbara flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Santa Barbara for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara should consider booking one of these fares. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Tue 6/1110:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/196:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$410
Tue 6/112:23 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/196:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$420
Mon 6/1010:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/101:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$446
Sun 6/910:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/106:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$451
Sun 6/94:25 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop3h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/101:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$461
Tue 6/116:30 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/198:44 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop4h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$463
Sun 6/94:25 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop3h 26mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/108:44 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop4h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$470
Fri 6/710:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/96:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$504
Tue 6/112:23 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 55mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/195:50 amSBA - SFO
2 stops16h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$506

One-way flights to Santa Barbara from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from San Francisco to Santa Barbara can select one of these great deals. For those needing a return trip from San Francisco, there is a search form available above.
Tue 6/2510:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$99
Sat 8/2410:54 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$100
Sat 8/242:25 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$109
Mon 7/810:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$120
Sun 7/2110:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$135
Fri 6/2810:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/31$145
Mon 7/810:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$150
Sun 6/1610:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/1$155
Sat 7/610:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/2$160

Find flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,807,690 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.

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$137 - $637

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San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Thu 7/25

Nonstop1h 17m

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/27

Nonstop1h 12m

$137

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Tue 7/9

Nonstop1h 21m

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/13

Nonstop1h 13m

$197

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Sat 6/29

Nonstop1h 19m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/1

Nonstop1h 11m

$199

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Fri 8/23

1 stop7h 58m

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/26

Nonstop1h 14m

$207

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Wed 11/6

1 stop6h 22m

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/9

Nonstop1h 11m

$208

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Wed 11/6

1 stop6h 37m

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/9

1 stop6h 33m

$218

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Wed 11/6

2 stops8h 53m

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/9

2 stops23h 49m

$334

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Fri 10/11

1 stop20h 15m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/14

1 stop13h 26m

$340

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Sat 6/15

2 stops13h 12m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/18

2 stops12h 02m

$637

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, you should look to book at least 56 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santa Barbara from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

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

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Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °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 June 2, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and American Airlines from San Francisco to Santa Barbara by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,197 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,197 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,197 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,402 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,197 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,755 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,197 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,260 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,197 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

    If you book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, you will be flying from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Flights to Santa Barbara (SBA) from San Francisco (SFO) take 1h 09m for a nonstop flight. There are 10 flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara per day from 1 airline.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $137, but on average you can expect to pay $241.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara is less than $289.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Santa Barbara for under $500?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara within the next 7 days for less than $500.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

  • How popular is this San Francisco to Santa Barbara flight route?

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara.

  • How many flights depart from San Francisco to Santa Barbara on average per day?

    3 flight departures from San Francisco to Santa Barbara per day on average.
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

    A quick flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara can take about 1h 17m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $137. The distance between San Francisco and Santa Barbara is about 263 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($137), offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. This flight start at 57% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Before booking your flight to Santa Barbara from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SkyWest Airlines (87%), United Airlines (86%), Copa Airlines( 82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Santa Barbara is $81. On average you can expect to pay $258. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Santa Barbara), can usually be booked for $197.

  • What does SFO to SBA mean?

    San Francisco Airport is SFO and Santa Barbara Airport is SBA. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Santa Barbara flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Santa Barbara flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Santa Barbara offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Santa Barbara flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Santa Barbara flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Santa Barbara flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/2.

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

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