$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 5/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SBA
Jun 8 — Jun 151
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to Santa BarbaraExplore 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 May 9, 2026.
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 May 9, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 5/262:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/304:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$137
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 5/2610:39 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 5/286:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$147
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/66:15 am
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 02m
United Airlines
Sat 6/61:58 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop6h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/5![United Airlines logo]()
$152
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/52:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/86:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$157
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/18:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 12m
United Airlines
Tue 6/26:15 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$162
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/36:30 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Fri 6/59:40 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$167
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/87:00 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Wed 6/1010:25 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8![Southwest logo]()
$172
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/57:00 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Mon 6/85:00 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop3h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8![Southwest logo]()
$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/34:40 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 6/910:25 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$177
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/62:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/106:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$182
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/42:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 6/116:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/46:00 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 6/910:25 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$188
Best flights from California to Santa BarbaraDiscover carefully curated flight deals from California to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 9, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from California to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 9, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/95:45 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop5h 35m
Southwest
Wed 6/102:05 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 5/7![Southwest logo]()
$157
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/62:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 6/126:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 8/251:24 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop6h 47m
United Airlines
Wed 8/264:15 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop6h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/195:25 pm
RNO
- SBA
1 stop4h 45m
Delta
Wed 9/235:00 pm
SBA
- RNO
1 stop6h 30m
Delta
Deal found 5/5![Delta logo]()
$328
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/46:00 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 6/910:25 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$188
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/42:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 6/111:42 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$192
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Mon 6/810:39 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 6/146:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/112:30 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Tue 6/165:05 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 5/6![Southwest logo]()
$197
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 8/1112:45 pm
LAX
- SBA
Nonstop0h 57m
United Airlines
Sun 8/162:32 pm
SBA
- LAX
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/4![United Airlines logo]()
$239
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/34:40 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Sat 6/66:15 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/7![Southwest logo]()
$198
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 7/812:38 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 7/126:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/58:15 am
LAX
- SBA
Nonstop1h 02m
United Airlines
Thu 6/116:18 pm
SBA
- LAX
Nonstop1h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/7![United Airlines logo]()
$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/48:05 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 25m
Southwest
Thu 6/115:00 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 5/7![Southwest logo]()
$207
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/211:07 am
LAS
- SBA
1 stop4h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/34:01 pm
SBA
- LAS
1 stop3h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$225
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/166:50 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Wed 6/175:05 am
SBA
- SAN
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$212
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 7/1510:29 am
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 23m
United Airlines
Wed 7/226:15 am
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6![United Airlines logo]()
$267
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 8/2510:30 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/266:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$227
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 7/67:40 pm
SFO
- SBA
1 stop4h 04m
United Airlines
Tue 7/76:18 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop3h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$268
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/44:00 pm
OAK
- SBA
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Sat 6/65:05 am
SBA
- OAK
2 stops8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8![Southwest logo]()
$229
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/27:20 am
SFO
- SBA
1 stop16h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/34:01 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop5h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 5/2810:29 am
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 23m
United Airlines
Mon 6/16:15 am
SBA
- SFO
Nonstop1h 10m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6![United Airlines logo]()
$269
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 7/225:00 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Fri 7/245:00 am
SBA
- OAK
1 stop4h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/5![Southwest logo]()
$229
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 8/48:55 am
SMF
- SBA
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Sat 8/84:25 pm
SBA
- SMF
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8![Southwest logo]()
$234
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/68:15 pm
OAK
- SBA
1 stop3h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/84:01 pm
SBA
- OAK
1 stop17h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 7/41:50 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 27m
United Airlines
Tue 7/76:18 pm
SBA
- SFO
1 stop3h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/5![United Airlines logo]()
$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/68:50 am
SMF
- SBA
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Mon 6/87:50 pm
SBA
- SMF
Nonstop1h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 5/6![Southwest logo]()
$235
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/310:22 am
SJC
- SBA
1 stop4h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/96:00 am
SBA
- SJC
1 stop6h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/56:44 pm
ACV
- SBA
1 stop4h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 6/96:18 pm
SBA
- ACV
1 stop4h 00m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/4![United Airlines logo]()
$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 8/2010:55 am
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 00m
Southwest
Mon 8/245:30 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$237
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/210:22 am
SJC
- SBA
1 stop4h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/36:00 am
SBA
- SJC
1 stop13h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$273
Last-minute flights from California to Santa BarbaraDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to Santa Barbara. Data last updated May 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to Santa Barbara. Data last updated May 9, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 5/262:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/304:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$137
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 5/2610:39 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 5/316:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$147
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/18:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 12m
United Airlines
Tue 6/26:15 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$162
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/36:30 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 20m
Southwest
Fri 6/59:40 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$167
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/34:40 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 6/910:25 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$177
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/42:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 6/116:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/46:00 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 6/910:25 am
SBA
- OAK
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$188
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/52:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/86:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/57:00 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Mon 6/85:00 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop3h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8![Southwest logo]()
$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/66:15 am
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 02m
United Airlines
Sat 6/61:58 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop6h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/5![United Airlines logo]()
$152
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/62:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/106:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$182
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 6/87:00 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Wed 6/1010:25 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8![Southwest logo]()
$172
One-way flights from California to Santa BarbaraSearch for one-way flight options from California to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 9, 2026.
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This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 5/3010:39 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$69
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 5/2910:39 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$79
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 5/292:15 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/5![Southwest logo]()
$89
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 5/274:10 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/4![United Airlines logo]()
$89
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/210:39 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$96
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/24:40 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/5![Southwest logo]()
$99
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 8/254:10 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6![United Airlines logo]()
$99
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 5/305:55 pm
OAK
- SBA
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/7![Southwest logo]()
$100
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 9/84:10 pm
SFO
- SBA
Nonstop1h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/8![United Airlines logo]()
$100
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/179:55 pm
LAS
- SBA
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$103
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/22:50 pm
SFO
- SBA
2 stops8h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$104
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 11/112:15 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/8![Southwest logo]()
$109
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 May 9, 2026.
Round-trip from | $137 (Alaska Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $69 (Expedia) |
Good round-trip deal | $217 or less |
Good one-way deal | $68 or less |
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Tue 6/9
5:45 pm-11:20 pm
1 stop5h 35m
Santa Barbara
Wed 6/10
2:05 pm-7:00 pm
1 stop4h 55m
$157
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Sat 6/6
2:03 pm-3:17 pm
Nonstop1h 14m
Santa Barbara
Fri 6/12
6:00 am-7:04 am
Nonstop1h 04m
$177
OaklandSanta Barbara
OAK - SBA
OAKSBA
Oakland
Thu 6/4
6:00 pm-7:10 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
Santa Barbara
Tue 6/9
10:25 am-11:35 am
Nonstop1h 10m
$188
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Thu 6/4
2:03 pm-3:17 pm
Nonstop1h 14m
Santa Barbara
Thu 6/11
1:42 pm-2:47 pm
Nonstop1h 05m
$192
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Mon 6/8
10:39 pm-11:55 pm
Nonstop1h 16m
Santa Barbara
Sun 6/14
6:00 am-7:04 am
Nonstop1h 04m
$192
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Thu 6/11
2:30 pm-7:10 pm
1 stop4h 40m
Santa Barbara
Tue 6/16
5:05 am-9:10 am
1 stop4h 05m
$197
OaklandSanta Barbara
OAK - SBA
OAKSBA
Oakland
Wed 6/3
4:40 pm-5:50 pm
Nonstop1h 10m
Santa Barbara
Sat 6/6
6:15 am-7:25 am
Nonstop1h 10m
$198
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Thu 6/4
8:05 pm-11:30 pm
1 stop3h 25m
Santa Barbara
Thu 6/11
5:00 am-9:55 am
1 stop4h 55m
$207
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Tue 6/16
6:50 pm-11:20 pm
1 stop4h 30m
Santa Barbara
Wed 6/17
5:05 am-12:15 pm
2 stops7h 10m
$212
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Wed 7/8
12:38 pm-1:51 pm
Nonstop1h 13m
Santa Barbara
Sun 7/12
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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OAK-SBA
RNO-SBA
LAX-SBA
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OAK-SBA
RNO-SBA
LAX-SBA
How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Santa Barbara?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from California to Santa Barbara, you should look to book at least 38 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 month to book a flight from California to Santa Barbara?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Santa Barbara (average of $77). Flying from California to Santa Barbara in July is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 May 9, 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 13% 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. Sunday afternoons 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 May 9, 2026.
The most flights from USCA to SBA are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from California to Santa Barbara?
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 May 9, 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.
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$137 | Average$317 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$146 | Average$303 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$153 | Average$313 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |