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$59+ 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SBA
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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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 January 29, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Tue 2/243:40 pm
SAN
-
SBA
1 stop5h 30m
Southwest
Wed 2/253:00 pm
SBA
-
SAN
1 stop4h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/242:00 pm
SAN
-
SBA
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Thu 2/265:40 pm
SBA
-
SAN
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$152
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 5/2110:14 pm
SAN
-
SBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 5/243:12 pm
SBA
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/27$157
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/2110:05 pm
SAN
-
SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 4/236:00 am
SBA
-
SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/28$167
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/2011:05 am
SAN
-
SBA
1 stop6h 02m
United Airlines
Sun 2/226:23 am
SBA
-
SAN
1 stop3h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/244:10 pm
LAX
-
SBA
Nonstop0h 57m
United Airlines
Tue 3/36:23 am
SBA
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$179
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/246:15 am
SAN
-
SBA
1 stop5h 45m
United Airlines
Fri 3/275:48 pm
SBA
-
SAN
1 stop5h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$191
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Tue 3/242:30 pm
SAN
-
SBA
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Fri 3/275:20 am
SBA
-
SAN
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$204
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/1210:50 pm
LAX
-
SBA
Nonstop1h 02m
United Airlines
Mon 2/165:48 pm
SBA
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 05m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$209
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Tue 4/214:25 pm
SAN
-
SBA
2 stops6h 25m
Southwest
Thu 4/235:20 am
SBA
-
SAN
1 stop3h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/246:30 am
SAN
-
SBA
1 stop6h 48m
United Airlines
Sat 2/285:48 pm
SBA
-
SAN
1 stop5h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/28$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Tue 2/249:05 am
SMF
-
SBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Wed 3/46:00 am
SBA
-
SMF
1 stop5h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$219

Find flight deals from California to Santa Barbara

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$137
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One-way from

$59
(Southwest)

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$141 or less

Good one-way deal

$149 or less
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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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from California to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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California

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Tue 2/24

3:40 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/25

3:00 pm-7:10 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$137

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Tue 2/24

9:40 am-2:20 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 50m

$137

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Tue 3/3

3:55 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-2:45 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$142

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Wed 2/18

5:25 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop3h 45m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/21

4:25 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$147

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Tue 2/24

9:40 am-2:20 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/26

6:35 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$147

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Thu 5/21

10:14 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/24

3:12 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

$157

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Thu 2/26

10:50 pm-11:52 pm

Nonstop1h 02m

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/5

5:48 pm-6:53 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$179

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Thu 4/9

4:10 pm-5:09 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/12

2:30 pm-3:33 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

$179

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Fri 3/6

11:37 pm-12:39 am

Nonstop1h 02m

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/9

6:20 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$179

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Thu 3/5

4:10 pm-5:07 pm

Nonstop0h 57m

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/8

5:48 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop0h 57m

$179

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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 January 29, 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 afternoon could potentially save you up to 6% 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.

Weekly flight availability from California to Santa Barbara

Explore weekly flight availability from California to Santa Barbara. 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 January 29, 2026.

The most flights from USCA to SBA are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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 January 29, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Santa Barbara, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,808 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,808 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,808 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,808 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,808 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from California to Santa Barbara. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 1h 02m. 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?

    The most popular route from California to Santa Barbara is San Francisco - Santa Barbara. You may also consider Sacramento Intl - Santa Barbara or Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - 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: SkyWest Airlines (85%), United Airlines (85%), Air Canada( 79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest flight price from California to Santa Barbara is $203. On average you can expect to pay $278. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Santa Barbara), can usually be booked for $217.

  • 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 2 airlines flying from California to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from California to Santa Barbara. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$114Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$132Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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