$49+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to California
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 8/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Santa Barbara to California flight deals. Data was last updated June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $179 (United Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $49 (Southwest) |
Good round-trip deal | $244 or less |
Good one-way deal | $130 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to CaliforniaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
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Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
Santa BarbaraOakland
SBA - OAK
SBAOAK
Santa Barbara
Tue 7/29
6:30 pm-7:35 pm
Nonstop1h 05m
Oakland
Mon 8/4
12:00 pm-1:10 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
Santa BarbaraLos Angeles
SBA - LAX
SBALAX
Santa Barbara
Thu 7/10
4:54 pm-5:58 pm
Nonstop1h 04m
Los Angeles
Mon 7/14
10:42 pm-11:40 pm
Nonstop0h 58m
Santa BarbaraReno
SBA - RNO
SBARNO
Santa Barbara
Thu 8/14
6:45 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop5h 14m
Reno
Mon 8/18
8:30 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop3h 29m
Santa BarbaraReno
SBA - RNO
SBARNO
Santa Barbara
Thu 9/4
4:25 pm-11:20 pm
2 stops6h 55m
Reno
Sun 9/7
6:40 pm-11:50 pm
1 stop5h 10m
Santa BarbaraSacramento
SBA - SMF
SBASMF
Santa Barbara
Thu 8/7
6:35 pm-7:50 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
Sacramento Intl
Sun 8/10
8:50 am-10:10 am
Nonstop1h 20m
Santa BarbaraLas Vegas
SBA - LAS
SBALAS
Santa Barbara
Thu 8/7
4:25 pm-5:40 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Sat 8/9
6:55 pm-8:15 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA - SFO
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Wed 7/9
4:54 pm-8:19 pm
1 stop3h 25m
San Francisco
Tue 7/15
10:35 pm-11:47 pm
Nonstop1h 12m
Santa BarbaraReno
SBA - RNO
SBARNO
Santa Barbara
Thu 7/10
4:50 pm-11:27 pm
1 stop6h 37m
Reno
Wed 7/16
10:00 am-4:07 pm
1 stop6h 07m
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA - SFO
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Wed 7/9
12:30 pm-5:10 pm
1 stop4h 40m
San Francisco
Tue 7/15
5:25 am-11:45 am
1 stop6h 20m
Santa BarbaraSan Jose
SBA - SJC
SBASJC
Santa Barbara
Wed 7/9
5:40 am-9:10 am
1 stop3h 30m
San Jose
Wed 7/16
7:20 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop3h 35m
Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to California
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to California from Santa Barbara with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to California
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to California?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to California (average of $246). Flying from Santa Barbara to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 SBA to CA?
Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.
When flying from Santa Barbara to California, 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 Santa Barbara to California
Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to California. 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 June 12, 2025.
The most flights from SBA to USCA are scheduled on a Tuesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).
Rainfall in California by month
Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in California by month
Plan your trip to California by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).
Reviews of airlines servicing California
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Santa Barbara to California to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Food
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Food
Entertainment
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Food
Entertainment
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Overall
Comfort
Crew
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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Top 2 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to California
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$128 | Average$357 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$192 | Average$336 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |