Santa Barbara

$69+ Cheap flights from California to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SBA
Apr 23 — Apr 301
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Cheap flight deals from California to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from California to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 24, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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 5/21:06 pm
SAN
-
SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/52:53 pm
SBA
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/19$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 5/57:25 am
SAN
-
SBA
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Tue 5/122:10 pm
SBA
-
SAN
2 stops7h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/21$142
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/2111:30 am
SAN
-
SBA
1 stop6h 20m
Southwest
Thu 4/235:20 am
SBA
-
SAN
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/20$147
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 4/1411:01 am
SAN
-
SBA
1 stop2h 48m
United Airlines
Tue 4/148:31 pm
SBA
-
SAN
1 stop3h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/23$152
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/251:06 pm
SAN
-
SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 4/266:00 am
SBA
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/20$156
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 4/2111:01 am
SAN
-
SBA
1 stop2h 48m
United Airlines
Tue 4/286:30 am
SBA
-
SAN
1 stop3h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/22$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 5/61:55 pm
SAN
-
SBA
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Wed 5/135:30 am
SBA
-
SAN
2 stops8h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$162
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 4/211:55 pm
SAN
-
SBA
1 stop3h 55m
Southwest
Tue 4/285:30 am
SBA
-
SAN
2 stops8h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$165
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3010:35 pm
SAN
-
SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/26:00 am
SBA
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/23$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 4/255:55 pm
OAK
-
SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 4/2810:10 am
SBA
-
OAK
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/20$188
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 5/711:30 am
SAN
-
SBA
1 stop4h 05m
Southwest
Thu 5/145:20 am
SBA
-
SAN
1 stop3h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$190
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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 4/214:40 pm
OAK
-
SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 4/2810:10 am
SBA
-
OAK
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$192

Find flight deals from California to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated March 24, 2026.

Round-trip from

$137
(Expedia)

One-way from

$69
(Expedia)

Good round-trip deal

$237 or less

Good one-way deal

$116 or less
From California to Santa Barbara
One-way flight from California to Santa Barbara
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from California to Santa Barbara.
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Customize your flight search to find flights from California to Santa Barbara 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 March 24, 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Tue 4/21

10:05 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/28

6:00 am-7:04 am

Nonstop1h 04m

$137

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Tue 5/5

9:30 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/12

2:53 pm-3:57 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

$137

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Sat 5/2

1:06 pm-2:16 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/5

2:53 pm-3:57 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

$137

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Tue 5/5

7:25 am-1:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/12

2:10 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$142

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Tue 4/21

1:55 pm-5:50 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/28

5:30 am-2:20 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$165

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Thu 4/30

10:00 am-3:35 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/2

6:35 am-2:10 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$196

Las VegasSanta Barbara

LAS - SBA

LASSBA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 5/13

11:07 am-3:17 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/16

4:01 pm-7:17 pm

1 stop3h 16m

$200

Las VegasSanta Barbara

LAS - SBA

LASSBA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 6/8

4:00 pm-5:25 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Santa Barbara

Wed 6/10

5:05 am-6:30 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$215

Las VegasSanta Barbara

LAS - SBA

LASSBA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Fri 5/15

4:25 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/19

5:30 am-6:40 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$215

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Sun 5/3

10:35 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-7:04 am

Nonstop1h 04m

$217

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Best time to book a flight from California to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from California to Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Santa Barbara?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Santa Barbara (average of $33). Flying from California to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $78). 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 CA to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from California to Santa Barbara. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 24, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Santa Barbara is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from California to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. 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 Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated March 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Santa Barbara, such as Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andUnited Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from California?

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from California, you will be flying to Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara.

  • How long is the flight from California to Santa Barbara?

    Departing from California to Santa Barbara will take you 59m. Airlines will cover a distance of 88 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Santa Barbara?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from California to Santa Barbara?

    Before booking your flight to Santa Barbara from California, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Lufthansa (100%), Copa Airlines (99%), SkyWest Airlines( 98%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from California to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from California to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from California to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California to Santa Barbara 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 California to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Santa Barbara (average of $33). Flying from California to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $78). 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 3 airlines flying from California to Santa Barbara

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$117Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$150Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$153Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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