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$95+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to San Francisco Bay Area

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 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — SFO
may. 10 — may. 171
sáb. 5/10
sáb. 5/17
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$224
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$95
(Southwest)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$138
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on mayo 5, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
mar. 6/36:15 amSBA - SFO
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
mié. 6/46:35 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 5/5$221
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
lun. 6/24:55 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop4h 02mUnited Airlines
lun. 6/910:38 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$223
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
jue. 5/225:55 amSBA - OAK
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
mar. 5/271:10 pmOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 5/4$269
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
lun. 6/165:15 amSBA - SJC
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
mar. 6/176:35 amSJC - SBA
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 5/5$307
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
vie. 6/66:27 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop23h 31mAlaska Airlines
dom. 6/811:30 amSFO - SBA
1 stop23h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5$332
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
mar. 6/36:27 pmSBA - SJC
1 stop18h 09mAlaska Airlines
jue. 6/56:45 amSJC - SBA
1 stop10h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5$342
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
mar. 5/276:14 pmSBA - STS
1 stop14h 44mAlaska Airlines
mar. 6/311:55 amSTS - SBA
1 stop5h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/3$363
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 5/226:25 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/278:49 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop20h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$476
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
mar. 5/206:14 pmSBA - OAK
1 stop14h 31mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 5/246:52 pmOAK - SBA
1 stop22h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5$523
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/266:34 amSBA - SFO
2 stops12h 28mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/296:30 amSFO - SBA
2 stops11h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/5$557
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
dom. 5/111:12 pmSBA - SJC
1 stop20h 50mUnited Airlines
vie. 5/166:45 pmSJC - SBA
1 stop20h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/5$914
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/66:25 amSBA - OAK
2 stops9h 23mMultiple Airlines
mar. 5/67:55 pmOAK - SBA
2 stops18h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4$1,182

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area 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 mayo 5, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraSan Francisco

SBA - SFO

SBASFO

Santa Barbara

mar. 7/8

2:00 pm-3:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

San Francisco

dom. 7/13

4:32 pm-5:43 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$224

Santa BarbaraSan Francisco

SBA - SFO

SBASFO

Santa Barbara

sáb. 6/7

4:05 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

San Francisco

mar. 6/10

5:25 am-11:45 am

1 stop6h 20m

$226

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

jue. 5/22

5:55 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 35m

Oakland

mar. 5/27

1:10 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$269

Santa BarbaraSan Jose

SBA - SJC

SBASJC

Santa Barbara

lun. 6/16

5:15 am-8:40 am

1 stop3h 25m

San Jose

mar. 6/17

6:35 am-11:45 am

1 stop5h 10m

$307

Santa BarbaraSan Jose

SBA - SJC

SBASJC

Santa Barbara

mar. 6/3

6:27 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop18h 09m

San Jose

jue. 6/5

6:45 am-5:37 pm

1 stop10h 52m

$342

Santa BarbaraSan Francisco

SBA - SFO

SBASFO

Santa Barbara

mar. 5/27

6:27 pm-9:15 am

1 stop14h 48m

San Francisco

jue. 6/5

8:00 am-5:37 pm

2 stops9h 37m

$347

Santa BarbaraSan Francisco

SBA - SFO

SBASFO

Santa Barbara

vie. 7/11

4:50 pm-8:35 am

2 stops15h 45m

San Francisco

mar. 7/15

1:45 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$352

Santa BarbaraSanta Rosa

SBA - STS

SBASTS

Santa Barbara

mar. 5/27

6:14 pm-8:58 am

1 stop14h 44m

Santa Rosa Sonoma County

mar. 6/3

11:55 am-5:34 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$363

Santa BarbaraSan Francisco

SBA - SFO

SBASFO

Santa Barbara

jue. 5/22

6:25 am-7:37 am

Nonstop1h 12m

San Francisco

mar. 5/27

8:49 pm-5:37 pm

1 stop20h 48m

$476

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

mar. 5/20

6:14 pm-8:45 am

1 stop14h 31m

Oakland

sáb. 5/24

6:52 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop22h 42m

$523

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated mayo 5, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 mayo 5, 2025.

The most flights from SBA to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco Bay Area ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco Bay Area when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco Bay Area by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco Bay Area by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco Bay Area

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated mayo 5, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,292 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,941 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,702 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,987 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area. It is only a 8.0 mi journey to Santa Barbara (SBA) from Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • How popular is this Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?

    The Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area flight path was viewed by 6 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $95. Users have also found prices from $125 and $161 on United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Most travelers choose Santa Barbara - San Francisco, Santa Barbara - Oakland or Santa Barbara - San Jose when deciding on the best route from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area are Air New Zealand (77%), Emirates (75%) and Copa Airlines (75%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area?

    While on average a flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area is generally $830, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $106. When looking at the most popular route, (Santa Barbara - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $209 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $384). 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 San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 mayo 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$128Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$188Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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