Fly from
Budget
$139 - $331
Route
Depart
Return
Price
San FranciscoSanta Barbara
SFO - SBA
SFOSBA
San Francisco
Mon 5/6
Nonstop1h 19m
Santa Barbara
Sat 5/11
Nonstop1h 12m
Seattle/Tacoma IntlSanta Barbara
SEA - SBA
SEASBA
Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Tue 5/21
1 stop4h 33m
Santa Barbara
Wed 5/22
1 stop5h 48m
San FranciscoSanta Barbara
SFO - SBA
SFOSBA
San Francisco
Mon 4/15
Nonstop1h 24m
Santa Barbara
Mon 4/22
Nonstop1h 18m
Seattle/Tacoma IntlSanta Barbara
SEA - SBA
SEASBA
Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Tue 4/23
Nonstop2h 23m
Santa Barbara
Wed 4/24
Nonstop2h 34m
San FranciscoSanta Barbara
SFO - SBA
SFOSBA
San Francisco
Tue 4/16
Nonstop1h 22m
Santa Barbara
Fri 4/19
Nonstop1h 12m
Seattle/Tacoma IntlSanta Barbara
SEA - SBA
SEASBA
Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Sun 4/21
Nonstop2h 23m
Santa Barbara
Tue 4/23
Nonstop2h 34m
Denver IntlSanta Barbara
DEN - SBA
DENSBA
Denver Intl
Sat 5/4
1 stop4h 20m
Santa Barbara
Mon 5/6
1 stop4h 16m
Denver IntlSanta Barbara
DEN - SBA
DENSBA
Denver Intl
Thu 4/11
1 stop4h 35m
Santa Barbara
Tue 4/16
1 stop4h 14m
Phoenix Sky Harbor IntlSanta Barbara
PHX - SBA
PHXSBA
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
Fri 6/7
1 stop4h 26m
Santa Barbara
Tue 6/11
1 stop4h 42m
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Santa Barbara (average of $356). Flying to Santa Barbara in June will prove the most costly (average of $576). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.
January
$356
February
$394
March
$446
April
$441
May
$467
June
$576
July
$523
August
$444
September
$400
October
$423
November
$449
December
$426
LAX Temperature | 57.2 - 73.4 °F |
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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).
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This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.
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This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.
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This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.
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This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.
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Overall
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This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.
Comfort
Entertainment
Boarding
Food
Overall
Crew
Reviews
This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.
One thing is for sure, you’ll have no problem relaxing in Santa Barbara. The pretty red roofs, white stucco houses And Mediterranean style homes with Spanish influence make travelers on flights to Santa Barbara feel like they stepped into a European paradise. Alas, settled neatly along the Pacific Ocean, this California hot-spot is merely a seaside haven heavily influenced by its historical forefathers.
Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara doesn’t lack in scenery. Between the yachting enthusiasts, retirees, and lively college students from the University of California at Santa Barbara (UCSB), you can’t help but feel comfortable among all the different lifestyles that converge under one sun. Cultural institutions, Spanish and Native American influenced architecture, and a vast array of shopping and nightlife are sure to please even the weariest of travelers.
And of course, no matter when you book your flight to Santa Barbara, you’ll be completely enamored with its central coast location and jaw-dropping views. So kick back, grab a cocktail, and enjoy the blissful weather, friendly environment, and palm-tree filled scenery that graces Santa Barbara.
Sunny days and mild evenings are the norm here, so booking a Santa Barbara flight is easy any time of the year. Its unique location allows it to sneak passed inclement weather almost all year round. With mountains to the east, and surrounding coastlines running east and west, Santa Barbara typically sits pretty at around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, raising slightly in the summer, and dipping slightly in the winter. Its coastal climate allows for undying sunlight and soft breezes that create the perfect beachside getaway.
With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, there’s really better time to book flights to Santa Barbara than the present.
Peak Season:
If you plan on spending most of your time on the beach, then book your Santa Barbara flight in the summer time (June to August), when temperatures reach in the high 70s, and there’s little rainfall.
Off-peak Season:
Since there is no real off-season here, it’s easy to find cheap flights to Santa Barbara any time of the year.
Santa Barbara doesn’t have much of a public transportation system, so you’ll want to rent a car or ride your bike to get around. Alternatively, board a waterfront shuttle along State Street. You can head out to Stearns Wharf, or take another route from Santa Barbara Zoo to the Harbor Way. The buses are mostly used by commuters, but they run all over the city and to surrounding towns for a reasonable price.
Botanic Garden: If you’re booking flights to Santa Barbara and are aching to spend some quality time traipsing in the natural world, look no further than the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. Set on a glorious 65-acre garden, the entire area is full of native flora and fauna for strollers to see. Five trails of cacti, redwoods, and wildflowers are arranged for different experiences, depending on your physical abilities. Easy flat walks are supplemented by narrower, hilly trails. If you’re spending the entire afternoon, make sure to take a tour of Lotusland, where explanations of each species and arrangement are given. Canine friends are welcome, as long as they are well behaved and on leashes.
Zoo: If the kids are restless after the long flight to Santa Barbara, then the zoo is the perfect place to unleash some energy. From preying cats to lively monkeys and slow-moving elephants to and graceful giraffes, animals of all sorts will captivate travelers of any age. It’s the penguins, however, that seem to steal the show as they flap around their territories. The squeamish should probably avoid the interactive insect room (with bugs like cockroaches and African millipedes). Intertwined with beautiful gardens, the zoo can also be a nice place for a peaceful walk in the daytime.
Stearn’s Wharf: Just right for any time of day, Stearn’s Wharf can be serene in the morning, bustling in the afternoon, and thrilling in the evening. Jutting out of the southern part of the city, the coastal hot spot was built in 1872 by John Peck Stearn and is known today to be the oldest continuously operating wharf on the West Coast. Partially destroyed by fires in 1998, it has been fully restored and perfected for visitors. If you book a flight to Santa Barbara craving a little ocean side fun, then Stearn’s Wharf is the quintessential place to walk around for hours, and watch the lights come on at dusk.
Beaches: Whether you’re planning your Santa Barbara travel alone, with friends, or with the whole family, everyone can agree on spending a day at the beach. For fun in the sun, Carpinteria State Beach is a great place to sunbathe, fly a kite, or go swimming. Known for its shallow, calm waters that run for hundreds of feet, Carpinteria has always been deemed one of the safest beaches for children and families to visit. Stroll the mile-long shoreline and back in the sun’s rays to truly enjoy the outdoors.
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