$59+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to San Diego (SBA - SAN)
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.
SBA — SAN
Jun 10 — Jun 171
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to San DiegoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 11, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 11, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Wed 10/1410:50 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 00m
Southwest
Tue 10/204:15 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop0h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 5/9![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/24:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 6/62:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$134
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/34:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 6/62:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$135
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/14:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/22:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$147
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/24:03 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 50m
United Airlines
Wed 6/36:20 am
SAN
- SBA
1 stop2h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$152
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 5/294:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/110:39 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Sat 6/61:58 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop6h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 6/76:20 am
SAN
- SBA
1 stop2h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/10![United Airlines logo]()
$162
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sat 5/302:20 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 31m
United Airlines
Thu 6/48:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$167
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Thu 6/46:18 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Sun 6/78:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$177
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Wed 6/34:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/1012:38 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$182
Best flights from Santa Barbara to San DiegoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/26:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/32:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sat 5/302:20 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 31m
United Airlines
Thu 6/48:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$167
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Sat 6/66:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/92:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$137
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/56:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/810:39 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Mon 6/81:58 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 41m
United Airlines
Mon 6/158:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/11![United Airlines logo]()
$212
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/34:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/1012:38 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$182
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sun 6/76:18 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Sun 6/146:20 am
SAN
- SBA
1 stop2h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$212
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/36:00 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 08m
United Airlines
Wed 6/106:20 am
SAN
- SBA
1 stop2h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/7![United Airlines logo]()
$227
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Thu 10/86:08 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 10/1110:30 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$217
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Mon 6/151:42 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 6/2710:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$217
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/261:42 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/2912:49 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$227
Last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to San DiegoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Diego. Data last updated May 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Diego. Data last updated May 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 5/294:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/110:39 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sat 5/302:20 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 31m
United Airlines
Thu 6/48:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$167
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/14:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/22:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$147
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/24:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 6/62:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$134
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/26:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/32:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$137
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/24:03 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 50m
United Airlines
Wed 6/36:20 am
SAN
- SBA
1 stop2h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$152
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/34:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 6/62:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$135
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Wed 6/34:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/1012:38 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$182
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Thu 6/46:18 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Sun 6/78:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Sat 6/61:58 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop6h 55m
United Airlines
Sun 6/76:20 am
SAN
- SBA
1 stop2h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/10![United Airlines logo]()
$162
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/65:05 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop3h 15m
Southwest
Sat 6/135:30 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/7![Southwest logo]()
$197
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sun 6/76:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 6/1410:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$192
One-way flights from Santa Barbara to San DiegoSearch for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 11, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Tue 8/410:55 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop0h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/9![Southwest logo]()
$59
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Sat 5/306:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$69
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$77
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Mon 6/14:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$79
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 7/15:05 am
SBA
- SAN
2 stops5h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8![Southwest logo]()
$84
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Thu 5/286:15 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop3h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6![United Airlines logo]()
$89
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 5/285:20 am
SBA
- SAN
2 stops6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/6![Southwest logo]()
$94
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/10. 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.
Thu 11/511:05 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop0h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/10![Southwest logo]()
$96
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Wed 6/106:00 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/9![United Airlines logo]()
$104
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/46:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$105
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Thu 8/202:30 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop2h 56m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$106
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Sun 6/216:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$109
Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Diego
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to San Diego (SAN). 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 May 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $117 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $59 (Southwest) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | March |
Average price | $224 |
Good round-trip deal | $217 or less |
Good one-way deal | $143 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to San Diego 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 May 11, 2026.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Santa BarbaraSan Diego
SBA - SAN
SBASAN
Santa Barbara
Tue 6/2
6:00 am-7:03 am
Nonstop1h 03m
San Diego
Wed 6/3
2:03 pm-3:17 pm
Nonstop1h 14m
$137
Santa BarbaraSan Diego
SBA - SAN
SBASAN
Santa Barbara
Sat 6/6
6:00 am-7:03 am
Nonstop1h 03m
San Diego
Tue 6/9
2:03 pm-3:17 pm
Nonstop1h 14m
$137
Santa BarbaraSan Diego
SBA - SAN
SBASAN
Santa Barbara
Fri 6/5
6:00 am-7:03 am
Nonstop1h 03m
San Diego
Mon 6/8
10:39 pm-11:55 pm
Nonstop1h 16m
$157
Santa BarbaraSan Diego
SBA - SAN
SBASAN
Santa Barbara
Sat 5/30
2:20 pm-7:51 pm
1 stop5h 31m
San Diego
Thu 6/4
8:32 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop3h 12m
$167
Quickest round-trip
Santa BarbaraSan Diego
SBA - SAN
SBASAN
Santa Barbara
Wed 6/3
4:01 pm-5:03 pm
Nonstop1h 02m
San Diego
Wed 6/10
12:38 pm-1:51 pm
Nonstop1h 13m
$182
Santa BarbaraSan Diego
SBA - SAN
SBASAN
Santa Barbara
Mon 6/8
1:58 pm-6:39 pm
1 stop4h 41m
San Diego
Mon 6/15
8:32 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop3h 12m
$212
Santa BarbaraSan Diego
SBA - SAN
SBASAN
Santa Barbara
Sun 6/7
6:18 pm-11:54 pm
1 stop5h 36m
San Diego
Sun 6/14
6:20 am-9:17 am
1 stop2h 57m
$212
Santa BarbaraSan Diego
SBA - SAN
SBASAN
Santa Barbara
Thu 10/8
6:08 am-7:12 am
Nonstop1h 04m
San Diego
Sun 10/11
10:30 pm-11:42 pm
Nonstop1h 12m
$217
Santa BarbaraSan Diego
SBA - SAN
SBASAN
Santa Barbara
Mon 6/15
1:42 pm-2:47 pm
Nonstop1h 05m
San Diego
Sat 6/27
10:32 pm-11:44 pm
Nonstop1h 12m
$217
Santa BarbaraSan Diego
SBA - SAN
SBASAN
Santa Barbara
Wed 6/3
6:00 am-10:08 am
1 stop4h 08m
San Diego
Wed 6/10
6:20 am-9:17 am
1 stop2h 57m
$227
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Diego in May.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-San Diego flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-San Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-San Diego flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-San Diego 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-San Diego flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 San Diego. Reviews last updated May 11, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Barbara to San Diego, such as Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.0
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
Excellentrobert,Feb 2026
LAS - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$107 | Average$177 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$176 | Average$476 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |