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$39+ 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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — LAX
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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$77
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$39
(United Airlines)

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$216 or less

Good one-way deal

$78 or less
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to California
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 August 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Tue 9/166:30 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/169:00 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$77
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Wed 9/102:09 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Thu 9/114:30 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/162:10 pmSBA - OAK
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Tue 9/233:25 pmOAK - SBA
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$102
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 9/111:45 pmSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Mon 9/1511:55 amOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Wed 9/105:40 amSBA - OAK
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Thu 9/112:55 pmOAK - SBA
2 stops7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$122
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Tue 9/164:00 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/249:00 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/16$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/154:25 pmSBA - OAK
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Mon 9/2212:20 pmOAK - SBA
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 8/16$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sat 9/203:15 pmSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Sun 9/217:15 pmOAK - SBA
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$144
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 9/1611:00 amSBA - SMF
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Tue 9/239:05 amSMF - SBA
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Fri 9/196:35 pmSBA - SMF
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Fri 9/261:00 pmSMF - SBA
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$173
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Sat 10/185:35 amSBA - SFO
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Tue 10/285:30 amSFO - SBA
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$174
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/155:40 amSBA - SMF
1 stop3h 30mSouthwest
Mon 9/2212:30 pmSMF - SBA
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/16$177

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to California 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to California that are best for you.

Fly from

Santa Barbara

Fly to

California

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraSan Francisco

SBA - SFO

SBASFO

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/16

6:30 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 10m

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

9:00 pm-10:14 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$77

Santa BarbaraSan Francisco

SBA - SFO

SBASFO

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/15

2:09 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

San Francisco

Tue 9/16

1:25 pm-2:39 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$97

Santa BarbaraSan Francisco

SBA - SFO

SBASFO

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/16

6:30 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 10m

San Francisco

Thu 9/18

1:25 pm-2:39 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$97

Santa BarbaraSan Francisco

SBA - SFO

SBASFO

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/10

2:09 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

4:30 pm-5:44 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$97

Santa BarbaraSan Francisco

SBA - SFO

SBASFO

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/18

2:04 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

San Francisco

Tue 10/28

8:30 am-9:49 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$97

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/16

2:10 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Oakland

Tue 9/23

3:25 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$102

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/11

1:45 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Oakland

Mon 9/15

11:55 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$117

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/15

1:45 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Oakland

Mon 9/22

11:55 am-1:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$117

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/10

5:40 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 15m

Oakland

Thu 9/11

2:55 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$122

Santa BarbaraSan Francisco

SBA - SFO

SBASFO

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/16

4:00 pm-5:11 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

San Francisco

Wed 9/24

9:00 pm-10:14 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

$137

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to California

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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 $326). 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 August 18, 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.

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 August 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to California have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    Santa Barbara (SBA), located 8.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Santa Barbara to California.

  • How popular is this Santa Barbara to California flight route?

    The Santa Barbara to California flight path was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to California?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Southwest fly from Santa Barbara to California in about 1h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 45m. The distance between Santa Barbara and California is about 262 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    While some choose either Santa Barbara - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl or Santa Barbara - Sacramento Intl, Santa Barbara - San Francisco is the most popular route from Santa Barbara to California.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Santa Barbara to California are Copa Airlines (87%), SkyWest Airlines (87%) and Air Canada (87%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Santa Barbara to California is $205. On average you can expect to pay $446. The most popular route, (Santa Barbara - San Francisco), can usually be booked for $77.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to California 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 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 $326). 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 Santa Barbara to California

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to California. 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$128Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$194Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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