$96+ 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 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — SFO
Apr 29 — May 61
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 March 30, 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 March 30, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 4/256:35 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Sat 5/25:55 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/28![Southwest logo]()
$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/192:17 pm
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 17m
United Airlines
Wed 5/2010:05 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop3h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/25![United Airlines logo]()
$201
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/252:53 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/27:15 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop7h 01m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$204
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/282:53 pm
SBA
- OAK
1 stop3h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/26:46 am
OAK
- SBA
1 stop16h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$208
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/222:30 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 27m
United Airlines
Tue 4/2810:35 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/27![United Airlines logo]()
$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/219:50 am
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
Thu 4/2310:40 am
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/25![United Airlines logo]()
$211
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/65:30 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Tue 5/192:50 pm
SFO
- SBA
2 stops8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25![Southwest logo]()
$216
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 4/235:20 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 10m
Southwest
Mon 4/275:05 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29![Southwest logo]()
$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/222:10 pm
SBA
- SFO
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Mon 4/275:05 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/27![Southwest logo]()
$224
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/165:50 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop3h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 4/202:02 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26![United Airlines logo]()
$225
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/222:10 pm
SBA
- SFO
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Tue 4/285:40 am
SFO
- SBA
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/27![Southwest logo]()
$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 4/1810:00 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop8h 35m
Southwest
Mon 4/203:00 pm
SFO
- SBA
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/28![Southwest logo]()
$230
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 March 30, 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 March 30, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/286:00 am
SBA
- OAK
1 stop16h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/26:46 am
OAK
- SBA
1 stop7h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$208
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/196:25 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 23m
United Airlines
Wed 5/2010:05 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop3h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/25![United Airlines logo]()
$211
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/1712:35 pm
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Sat 4/185:55 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26![Southwest logo]()
$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/219:50 am
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
Thu 4/2310:40 am
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/25![United Airlines logo]()
$211
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/22:53 pm
SBA
- STS
1 stop4h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/67:23 am
STS
- SBA
1 stop6h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$232
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/2412:35 pm
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Mon 4/272:25 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25![Southwest logo]()
$252
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 5/156:50 pm
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 17m
United Airlines
Wed 5/2010:43 am
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26![United Airlines logo]()
$245
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/164:10 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Mon 4/203:00 pm
SFO
- SBA
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26![Southwest logo]()
$256
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/259:50 am
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
Sat 5/210:43 am
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 24m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26![United Airlines logo]()
$269
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 5/145:20 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 10m
Southwest
Sun 5/175:00 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29![Southwest logo]()
$269
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Thu 4/306:00 am
SBA
- SJC
1 stop3h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 5/38:18 pm
SJC
- SBA
1 stop3h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$318
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 5/155:20 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 10m
Southwest
Tue 5/198:55 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/27![Southwest logo]()
$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/146:50 pm
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 17m
United Airlines
Mon 5/186:45 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26![United Airlines logo]()
$269
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/165:30 am
SBA
- SJC
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Mon 5/186:00 pm
SJC
- SBA
1 stop5h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26![Southwest logo]()
$273
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/152:28 pm
SBA
- SJC
1 stop4h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 7/178:09 pm
SJC
- SBA
1 stop3h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$357
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/236:20 am
SBA
- SJC
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Thu 4/309:00 am
SJC
- SBA
2 stops6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26![Southwest logo]()
$278
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 4/305:20 am
SBA
- SFO
2 stops6h 15m
Southwest
Sun 5/34:30 pm
SFO
- SBA
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29![Southwest logo]()
$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 5/85:20 am
SBA
- SFO
2 stops7h 15m
Southwest
Mon 5/113:00 pm
SFO
- SBA
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29![Southwest logo]()
$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/222:10 pm
SBA
- OAK
2 stops6h 25m
Southwest
Fri 4/242:25 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26![Southwest logo]()
$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Mon 5/115:20 am
SBA
- OAK
2 stops5h 20m
Southwest
Mon 5/183:50 pm
OAK
- SBA
2 stops7h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/27![Southwest logo]()
$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 4/285:30 am
SBA
- SJC
2 stops6h 00m
Southwest
Tue 5/510:05 am
SJC
- SBA
2 stops7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/30![Southwest logo]()
$283
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/225:30 am
SBA
- SJC
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Fri 4/249:10 am
SJC
- SBA
2 stops6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/27![Southwest logo]()
$293
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/2510:00 am
SBA
- STS
2 stops10h 30m
Southwest
Sat 5/26:05 am
STS
- SBA
2 stops13h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/27![Southwest logo]()
$298
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/2210:10 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Thu 4/236:35 pm
OAK
- SBA
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25![Southwest logo]()
$298
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Mon 4/275:20 am
SBA
- SJC
2 stops5h 10m
Southwest
Mon 5/48:25 am
SJC
- SBA
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/28![Southwest logo]()
$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/104:20 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop8h 00m
Southwest
Tue 5/1210:05 am
SFO
- SBA
2 stops7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25![Southwest logo]()
$301
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/2610:10 am
SBA
- STS
2 stops12h 00m
Southwest
Mon 6/16:00 am
STS
- SBA
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26![Southwest logo]()
$303
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/155:30 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Sun 4/195:00 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26![Southwest logo]()
$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 7/286:15 am
SBA
- SJC
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Tue 7/282:20 pm
SJC
- SBA
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26![Southwest logo]()
$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/239:40 am
SBA
- STS
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Thu 4/306:00 am
STS
- SBA
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26![Southwest logo]()
$356
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 March 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area. Data last updated March 30, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/165:50 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop3h 35m
United Airlines
Mon 4/202:02 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26![United Airlines logo]()
$225
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 4/1810:00 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop8h 35m
Southwest
Mon 4/203:00 pm
SFO
- SBA
2 stops8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/28![Southwest logo]()
$230
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/219:50 am
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
Thu 4/2310:40 am
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/25![United Airlines logo]()
$211
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/222:30 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 27m
United Airlines
Tue 4/2810:35 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 23m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/27![United Airlines logo]()
$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Wed 4/222:10 pm
SBA
- SFO
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Mon 4/275:05 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/27![Southwest logo]()
$224
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/2210:10 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Thu 4/232:25 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25![Southwest logo]()
$240
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 4/235:20 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 10m
Southwest
Mon 4/275:05 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29![Southwest logo]()
$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/238:31 pm
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 17m
United Airlines
Thu 4/306:45 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26![United Airlines logo]()
$231
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 4/256:35 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Sat 5/25:55 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/28![Southwest logo]()
$199
This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/252:53 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/27:15 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop7h 01m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$204
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/282:53 pm
SBA
- OAK
1 stop3h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/26:46 am
OAK
- SBA
1 stop16h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$208
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/285:30 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Thu 4/306:20 am
SFO
- SBA
2 stops9h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26![Southwest logo]()
$236
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/212:16 pm
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 17m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26![United Airlines logo]()
$96
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/1210:10 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25![Southwest logo]()
$96
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 5/122:53 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop5h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$99
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/259:50 am
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/30![United Airlines logo]()
$100
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/186:35 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/27![Southwest logo]()
$100
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/226:00 am
SBA
- OAK
1 stop4h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$104
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/2110:10 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26![Southwest logo]()
$105
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/152:30 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop4h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/25![United Airlines logo]()
$106
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/96:00 am
SBA
- SFO
1 stop11h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$109
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/266:18 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop3h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/27![United Airlines logo]()
$110
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 4/285:30 am
SBA
- OAK
1 stop4h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/27![Southwest logo]()
$110
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/152:10 pm
SBA
- SFO
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25![Southwest logo]()
$111
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 March 30, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $199 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $96 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $178 |
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Santa BarbaraOakland
SBA - OAK
SBAOAK
Santa Barbara
Tue 4/28
6:00 am-10:23 pm
1 stop16h 23m
Oakland
Sat 5/2
6:46 am-2:16 pm
1 stop7h 30m
$208
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA - SFO
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Tue 5/19
6:25 am-10:48 am
1 stop4h 23m
San Francisco
Wed 5/20
10:05 am-1:39 pm
1 stop3h 34m
$211
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA - SFO
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Tue 4/21
9:50 am-11:18 am
Nonstop1h 28m
San Francisco
Thu 4/23
10:40 am-12:01 pm
Nonstop1h 21m
$211
Santa BarbaraSanta Rosa
SBA - STS
SBASTS
Santa Barbara
Sat 5/2
2:53 pm-7:06 pm
1 stop4h 13m
Santa Rosa Sonoma County
Wed 5/6
7:23 am-2:16 pm
1 stop6h 53m
$232
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA - SFO
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Fri 5/15
6:50 pm-8:07 pm
Nonstop1h 17m
San Francisco
Wed 5/20
10:43 am-12:07 pm
Nonstop1h 24m
$245
Quickest round-trip
Santa BarbaraOakland
SBA - OAK
SBAOAK
Santa Barbara
Fri 4/17
12:35 pm-1:45 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
Oakland
Sat 4/18
5:55 pm-7:05 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
$249
Santa BarbaraOakland
SBA - OAK
SBAOAK
Santa Barbara
Fri 4/24
12:35 pm-1:45 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
Oakland
Mon 4/27
2:25 pm-3:35 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
$252
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA - SFO
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Thu 4/16
4:10 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop5h 00m
San Francisco
Mon 4/20
3:00 pm-11:25 pm
2 stops8h 25m
$256
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA - SFO
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Sat 4/25
9:50 am-11:18 am
Nonstop1h 28m
San Francisco
Sat 5/2
10:43 am-12:07 pm
Nonstop1h 24m
$269
Santa BarbaraSan Francisco
SBA - SFO
SBASFO
Santa Barbara
Thu 5/14
5:20 am-9:30 am
1 stop4h 10m
San Francisco
Sun 5/17
5:00 am-9:30 am
1 stop4h 30m
$269
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SBA-zzXIH
SBA-OAK
SBA-SFO
SBA-STS
SBA-SJC
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area?
Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $44). Flying from Santa Barbara to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $77). 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 March 30, 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 30% on airfare.
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 March 28, 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.
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 March 30, 2026.
The most flights from SBA to zzXIH are scheduled on a Sunday (17 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).
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 March 30, 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.
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$97 | Average$298 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$150 | Average$330 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |