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$59+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Sacramento (SBA - SMF)

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 8/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — SMF
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Sacramento

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Sacramento
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Sacramento. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 9/106:25 pm
SBA
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Thu 9/178:15 am
SMF
-
SBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29$157
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 8/286:00 am
SBA
-
SMF
1 stop4h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 9/412:52 pm
SMF
-
SBA
1 stop25h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$180
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/34:40 pm
SBA
-
SMF
2 stops6h 10m
Southwest
Mon 9/75:20 am
SMF
-
SBA
2 stops6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 7/27$187
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/132:22 pm
SBA
-
SMF
1 stop5h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 10/157:59 pm
SMF
-
SBA
1 stop3h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/286:25 pm
SBA
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Wed 9/28:55 am
SMF
-
SBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/30$207
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/283:26 pm
SBA
-
SMF
1 stop24h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/210:47 am
SMF
-
SBA
1 stop4h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$210
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/132:22 pm
SBA
-
SMF
1 stop5h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 10/167:59 pm
SMF
-
SBA
1 stop17h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$220
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 9/46:25 pm
SBA
-
SMF
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Sun 9/610:10 am
SMF
-
SBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/29$222

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Sacramento

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Sacramento (SMF). 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 August 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$157
(Southwest)

One-way from

$59
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$272
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Sacramento 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 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Sacramento that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Santa BarbaraSacramento

SBA - SMF

SBASMF

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/12

4:25 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 9/19

2:15 pm-9:15 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$167

Santa BarbaraSacramento

SBA - SMF

SBASMF

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/3

5:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop6h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/7

8:15 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$167
Quickest round-trip

Santa BarbaraSacramento

SBA - SMF

SBASMF

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/28

5:55 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/30

8:10 am-9:20 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$172

Santa BarbaraSacramento

SBA - SMF

SBASMF

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/8

5:30 am-11:15 am

2 stops5h 45m

Sacramento Intl

Sat 10/10

3:25 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$182

Santa BarbaraSacramento

SBA - SMF

SBASMF

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/12

5:20 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 11/13

7:45 am-9:05 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$217

Santa BarbaraSacramento

SBA - SMF

SBASMF

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/29

6:00 am-10:08 am

1 stop4h 08m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 8/30

8:12 am-2:47 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$230

Santa BarbaraSacramento

SBA - SMF

SBASMF

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/4

5:30 am-10:55 am

1 stop5h 25m

Sacramento Intl

Sun 9/6

10:10 am-11:30 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$232

Santa BarbaraSacramento

SBA - SMF

SBASMF

Santa Barbara

Sun 10/18

2:22 pm-11:50 am

1 stop21h 28m

Sacramento Intl

Wed 11/11

4:51 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$235

Santa BarbaraSacramento

SBA - SMF

SBASMF

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/27

5:35 am-1:10 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/30

12:25 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops10h 45m

$237
Cheapest one-way

Santa BarbaraSacramento

SBA - SMF

SBASMF

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/3

6:08 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 42m

$59

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Barbara to Sacramento

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Sacramento in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Sacramento flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Sacramento flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Sacramento flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Sacramento flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Barbara-Sacramento flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Sacramento

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Sacramento from Santa Barbara with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Sacramento (average of $236). Flying from Santa Barbara to Sacramento in May is currently the most expensive (average of $639). 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 SMF?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Sacramento. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 1, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Barbara to Sacramento in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 5% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Sacramento?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Santa Barbara to Sacramento flights typically cost between $247 and $571 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $157 on Southwest (Sep 10-Sep 17).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sacramento

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Sacramento. 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 Sacramento. Reviews last updated August 1, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Sacramento to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,062 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,229 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Within the past month, 7 users have taken a look at flights from Santa Barbara to Sacramento Intl.

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

    Airlines like Southwest fly from Santa Barbara to Sacramento in about 1h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance from Santa Barbara to Sacramento is about 310 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Sacramento round-trip?

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Sacramento, with prices starting at $186. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $272 round trip. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Sacramento for 60% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Santa Barbara to Sacramento? While on average our users pay $262, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $78. The most popular route (Santa Barbara - Sacramento Intl), is priced around $157.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Sacramento 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 Sacramento?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Sacramento (average of $236). Flying from Santa Barbara to Sacramento in May is currently the most expensive (average of $639). 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 Sacramento

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Sacramento. 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 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$186Average$351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$272Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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