$119+ 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 8/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — SFO
Jul 3 — Jul 101
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay AreaExplore 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 June 3, 2026.
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 June 3, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 8/1910:55 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop3h 10m
Southwest
Wed 8/194:40 pm
SFO
- SBA
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$247
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/155:45 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop5h 20m
Southwest
Thu 9/176:45 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/3![Southwest logo]()
$248
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 6/196:00 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Tue 6/2310:50 am
SFO
- SBA
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/1![Southwest logo]()
$252
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 8/52:28 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop8h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/197:08 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop16h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$255
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/148:24 pm
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 26m
United Airlines
Tue 7/211:50 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2![United Airlines logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/110:25 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Wed 7/85:00 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/1![Southwest logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/1810:50 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Sat 7/255:55 pm
SFO
- SBA
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/145:05 am
SBA
- SFO
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Tue 7/2110:50 am
SFO
- SBA
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 8/182:01 pm
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 14m
United Airlines
Thu 9/36:50 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/1![United Airlines logo]()
$274
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 8/195:45 am
SBA
- OAK
1 stop3h 40m
Southwest
Wed 8/1912:45 pm
OAK
- SBA
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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.
Wed 7/2210:25 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Mon 7/276:00 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/30![Southwest logo]()
$278
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/141:42 pm
SBA
- SJC
1 stop10h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/158:12 pm
SJC
- SBA
1 stop3h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$283
Best flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay AreaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 3, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 3, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/110:25 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Wed 7/85:00 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/1![Southwest logo]()
$257
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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.
Wed 8/52:28 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop8h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/197:08 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop7h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 7/146:18 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop3h 20m
United Airlines
Tue 7/217:45 pm
SFO
- SBA
1 stop3h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/31![United Airlines logo]()
$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/1810:50 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Sat 7/255:55 pm
SFO
- SBA
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/3![Southwest logo]()
$267
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/141:42 pm
SBA
- SJC
1 stop10h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/158:12 pm
SJC
- SBA
1 stop3h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$283
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/146:00 am
SBA
- SJC
1 stop13h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 7/217:13 am
SJC
- SBA
1 stop6h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$283
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 6/162:05 pm
SBA
- SFO
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Fri 6/194:00 pm
SFO
- SBA
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$287
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/276:18 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop3h 20m
United Airlines
Thu 7/3010:29 am
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/29![United Airlines logo]()
$329
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/1711:20 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Sun 7/196:05 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$299
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/281:42 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop9h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/297:55 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop5h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$300
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 6/256:15 am
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 10m
United Airlines
Thu 6/259:23 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2![United Airlines logo]()
$339
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/286:00 am
SBA
- SJC
1 stop17h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 8/28:12 pm
SJC
- SBA
1 stop3h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$303
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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.
Wed 7/222:05 pm
SBA
- OAK
1 stop3h 50m
Southwest
Mon 7/2710:05 am
OAK
- SBA
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/30![Southwest logo]()
$303
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/276:15 am
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 10m
United Airlines
Sun 6/286:16 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/3![United Airlines logo]()
$339
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 6/271:42 pm
SBA
- OAK
1 stop8h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/18:10 pm
OAK
- SBA
1 stop3h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/31![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$303
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/25:00 am
SBA
- OAK
1 stop4h 10m
Southwest
Sun 7/56:05 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/1![Southwest logo]()
$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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.
Sun 6/2811:50 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Sun 7/56:05 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/30![Southwest logo]()
$309
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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.
Wed 7/222:28 pm
SBA
- SJC
1 stop9h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 7/275:02 pm
SJC
- SBA
1 stop6h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/30![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$313
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 6/251:42 pm
SBA
- SJC
1 stop4h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/308:12 pm
SJC
- SBA
1 stop17h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/31![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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
- STS
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Wed 7/82:15 pm
STS
- SBA
1 stop9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/1![Southwest logo]()
$322
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 6/256:00 am
SBA
- OAK
1 stop3h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/306:49 am
OAK
- SBA
1 stop7h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/31![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$313
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/145:05 am
SBA
- SJC
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Tue 7/213:00 pm
SJC
- SBA
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/1![Southwest logo]()
$328
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 11/32:38 pm
SBA
- STS
1 stop7h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 11/76:56 pm
STS
- SBA
1 stop4h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$316
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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 7/249:40 am
SBA
- SFO
2 stops5h 30m
Southwest
Sun 7/265:05 pm
SFO
- SBA
2 stops6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/30![Southwest logo]()
$329
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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.
Tue 11/176:00 am
SBA
- STS
1 stop3h 48m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 11/186:56 pm
STS
- SBA
1 stop4h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/30![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/172:05 pm
SBA
- SFO
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Fri 6/198:45 am
SFO
- SBA
2 stops8h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/3![Southwest logo]()
$338
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
Thu 7/21:42 pm
SBA
- SJC
1 stop24h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/87:13 am
SJC
- SBA
1 stop6h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$338
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/26:00 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Sun 7/56:25 am
SFO
- SBA
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/1![Southwest logo]()
$339
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 8/71:42 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/107:55 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop6h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/31![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$340
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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.
Sat 7/116:15 am
SBA
- STS
2 stops15h 40m
Southwest
Tue 7/142:15 pm
STS
- SBA
1 stop9h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/30![Southwest logo]()
$354
Last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay AreaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area. Data last updated June 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area. Data last updated June 3, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 6/196:00 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Tue 6/2310:50 am
SFO
- SBA
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/1![Southwest logo]()
$252
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/245:05 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Thu 6/255:00 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop5h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 6/3![Southwest logo]()
$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/110:25 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Wed 7/85:00 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/1![Southwest logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/96:00 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop3h 35m
Southwest
Sun 7/126:50 pm
SFO
- SBA
1 stop5h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$277
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/911:20 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Sun 7/126:05 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$299
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/148:24 pm
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 26m
United Airlines
Tue 7/211:50 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2![United Airlines logo]()
$257
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/145:05 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop5h 50m
Southwest
Tue 7/2110:50 am
SFO
- SBA
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$263
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
Tue 7/146:00 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop17h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/157:55 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop5h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$280
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/141:42 pm
SBA
- SJC
1 stop10h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/158:12 pm
SJC
- SBA
1 stop3h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$283
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/1810:50 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Sat 7/255:55 pm
SFO
- SBA
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$267
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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.
Wed 7/2210:25 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Mon 7/276:00 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/30![Southwest logo]()
$278
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/286:00 am
SBA
- SJC
1 stop17h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 8/28:12 pm
SJC
- SBA
1 stop3h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$303
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/1210:55 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 6/3![Southwest logo]()
$119
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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
- SFO
1 stop3h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$124
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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.
Wed 8/126:00 am
SBA
- SJC
1 stop5h 24m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$128
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 9/13:26 pm
SBA
- OAK
1 stop6h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$128
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 6/3010:25 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$129
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/26:00 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/3![Southwest logo]()
$130
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/30. 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.
Wed 9/163:26 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop6h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/30![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$132
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 8/256:00 am
SBA
- OAK
1 stop5h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$132
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 8/56:00 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop17h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$133
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 6/165:05 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$135
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 6/259:40 am
SBA
- SFO
2 stops5h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/2![Southwest logo]()
$140
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 7/286:00 am
SBA
- OAK
1 stop3h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$142
Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated June 3, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $212 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $119 (Southwest) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $193 |
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
Santa BarbaraOakland
SBA - OAK
SBAOAK
Santa Barbara
Wed 7/1
10:25 am-11:35 am
Nonstop1h 10m
Oakland
Wed 7/8
5:00 pm-6:10 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
$257
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA - SFO
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Wed 8/5
2:28 pm-11:08 pm
1 stop8h 40m
San Francisco
Wed 8/19
7:08 am-2:47 pm
1 stop7h 39m
$263
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA - SFO
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Sat 7/18
10:50 am-2:45 pm
1 stop3h 55m
San Francisco
Sat 7/25
5:55 pm-11:25 pm
1 stop5h 30m
$267
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA - SFO
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Tue 7/14
6:18 pm-9:38 pm
1 stop3h 20m
San Francisco
Tue 7/21
7:45 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop3h 59m
$277
Santa BarbaraSan Jose
SBA - SJC
SBASJC
Santa Barbara
Tue 7/14
1:42 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop10h 13m
San Jose
Wed 7/15
8:12 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop3h 32m
$283
Santa BarbaraSan Jose
SBA - SJC
SBASJC
Santa Barbara
Tue 7/14
6:00 am-7:11 pm
1 stop13h 11m
San Jose
Tue 7/21
7:13 am-2:02 pm
1 stop6h 49m
$283
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA - SFO
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Tue 6/16
2:05 pm-10:30 pm
2 stops8h 25m
San Francisco
Fri 6/19
4:00 pm-11:30 pm
2 stops7h 30m
$287
Santa BarbaraOakland
SBA - OAK
SBAOAK
Santa Barbara
Fri 7/17
11:20 am-12:30 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
Oakland
Sun 7/19
6:05 pm-7:15 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
$299
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA - SFO
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Tue 7/28
1:42 pm-11:08 pm
1 stop9h 26m
San Francisco
Wed 7/29
7:55 am-1:51 pm
1 stop5h 56m
$300
Santa BarbaraSan Jose
SBA - SJC
SBASJC
Santa Barbara
Tue 7/28
6:00 am-11:55 pm
1 stop17h 55m
San Jose
Sun 8/2
8:12 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop3h 32m
$303
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SBA-zzXIH
SBA-OAK
SBA-SFO
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SBA-STS
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $77). Flying from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area in February is currently the most expensive (average of $215). 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 June 3, 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.
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 June 3, 2026.
The most flights from SBA to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area, you should look to book at least 74 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area. Price data was last updated on May 30, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 June 3, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$112 | Average$310 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$153 | Average$344 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |