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$49+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA to Santa Barbara (OAK - 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 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — SBA
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to Santa Barbara (SBA). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$97
(Southwest)

One-way from

$49
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$390

Good round-trip deal

$215 or less

Good one-way deal

$129 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/53:40 pmOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Sat 11/811:05 amSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/612:30 pmOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Mon 11/102:15 pmSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$171
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/18:30 amOAK - SBA
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Sun 11/22:15 pmSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$208
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 12/196:25 pmOAK - SBA
2 stops5h 50mSouthwest
Tue 12/232:20 pmSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$233
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/122:30 pmOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Tue 10/1411:15 amSBA - OAK
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$248

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Oakland

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Santa Barbara

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Price

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Sat 11/1

8:30 am-2:35 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/2

2:15 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$208

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Thu 11/27

5:15 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 45m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/1

5:00 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$218

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Fri 12/19

12:35 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/23

2:20 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$218

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Sun 10/12

2:30 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/14

11:15 am-7:45 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$248

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Sat 10/4

4:45 pm-8:50 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/11

5:35 am-12:10 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$288

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Tue 11/25

12:35 pm-1:45 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/1

2:20 pm-3:40 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$299

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Thu 1/1

3:40 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$49

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Mon 1/19

4:40 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$49

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Sat 2/14

2:40 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$49

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Mon 10/20

1:10 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$49

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Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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 OAK to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland 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 September 16, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 52% on flights from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 September 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest and United Airlines from Oakland to Santa Barbara. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    A quick flight from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara can take about 6h 05m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $208. Airlines will cover a distance of 263 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $114, was found to be the cheapest airline from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Southwest. United Airlines is priced at 65% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara? While on average our users pay $189, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $38. The most popular route (Oakland - Santa Barbara), is priced around $97.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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 Oakland to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Oakland 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$114Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$147Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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