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$119+ 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 1/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — SBA
Jan 29 — Feb 51
Thu 1/29
Thu 2/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from Oakland to Santa Barbara
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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 12/3012:35 pmOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Sun 1/42:20 pmSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/28$551
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/28. 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.
Mon 12/2912:35 pmOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Thu 1/111:05 amSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 12/28$561
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/27. 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.
Sat 12/272:15 pmOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Sun 12/282:20 pmSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/27$583

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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 December 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$268
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$119
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$283
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($33 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

Oakland

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Tue 2/24

6:15 am-1:47 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/28

7:21 am-10:49 pm

2 stops15h 28m

$268

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Thu 2/5

4:40 pm-5:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/7

11:00 am-6:45 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$274

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Thu 2/12

12:40 pm-1:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/15

12:40 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$279

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Fri 1/30

9:40 am-4:35 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/1

12:40 pm-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$309

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Wed 1/21

5:25 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$119

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Wed 1/28

2:50 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$119

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Sat 2/28

2:40 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$130

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Tue 1/27

11:43 am-7:47 pm

2 stops32h 04m

$132

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Sat 1/31

2:05 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$140

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Wed 2/25

6:15 am-1:47 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$141

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Oakland to Santa Barbara in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Oakland, California-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Oakland, California-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara (average of $33). Flying from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara in July 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 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 December 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara as you normally would.

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 December 30, 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
4,251 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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
4,251 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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
9,123 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,251 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

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 1h 10m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $274. Airlines will cover a distance of 263 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 56% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara (average of $33). Flying from Oakland, California to Santa Barbara in July 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 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 December 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$114Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$132Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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