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$49+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Oakland, CA (SBA - OAK)

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — OAK
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Oakland (OAK). 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$97
(Southwest)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$302

Good round-trip deal

$151 or less

Good one-way deal

$169 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sat 11/811:05 amSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Mon 11/1012:30 pmOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/234:55 pmSBA - OAK
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Mon 10/271:10 pmOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$107
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Thu 10/234:55 pmSBA - OAK
2 stops6h 50mSouthwest
Tue 11/45:45 amOAK - SBA
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/244:55 pmSBA - OAK
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
Mon 10/271:10 pmOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$144
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 11/1111:05 amSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Fri 11/1412:30 pmOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/17$171

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Oakland 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Oakland that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Oakland

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/31

11:05 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Oakland

Thu 1/1

3:40 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$97

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/23

4:55 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Oakland

Tue 11/4

3:40 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$107

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Fri 10/24

4:55 pm-11:45 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Oakland

Mon 10/27

1:10 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$149

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Tue 11/4

5:50 am-12:20 pm

2 stops6h 30m

Oakland

Fri 11/7

2:50 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$228

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Tue 11/11

5:50 am-4:00 pm

2 stops10h 10m

Oakland

Fri 11/14

12:30 pm-1:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$240

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/22

5:30 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 15m

Oakland

Fri 10/24

3:25 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$260

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Fri 10/10

3:00 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Oakland

Sun 10/12

2:30 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$270

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

11:05 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Oakland

Sun 12/14

12:30 pm-1:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$289

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/10

11:05 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$49

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/16

11:05 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$49

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Oakland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Oakland

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Oakland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 15% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Oakland. 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 Oakland. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest from Santa Barbara to Oakland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.

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

    The Santa Barbara to Oakland 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 Oakland, California?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California in 1h 15m. Fly via Southwest to get the fastest option. Santa Barbara and Oakland, California are separated by a distance of 263 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California round-trip from $127. Southwest is priced at 62% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $212 for a flight from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California. The cheapest flight overall is $139 while the most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Oakland) is currently priced at $97.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Oakland 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 Oakland, California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 airline flying from Santa Barbara to Oakland

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Oakland. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$127Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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