$69+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Santa Barbara (SAN - 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 5/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — SBA
Jun 5 — Jun 121
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Santa BarbaraExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 6, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 6, 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 5/2. 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 5/222:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 5/296:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$157
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 United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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
Mon 6/88:24 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/2![United Airlines 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 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.
Sat 6/66:15 am
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 02m
United Airlines
Fri 6/126:18 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6![United Airlines logo]()
$197
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.
Thu 6/48:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 12m
United Airlines
Thu 6/116:18 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/5![United Airlines logo]()
$207
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.
Thu 6/47:00 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Thu 6/115:00 am
SBA
- SAN
2 stops6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/5![Southwest logo]()
$212
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 6/1610:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/176:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$217
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.
Mon 6/87:00 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Tue 6/95:05 am
SBA
- SAN
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/5![Southwest logo]()
$222
Best flights from San Diego to Santa BarbaraDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 6, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 6, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 6/310:39 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 6/66:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$137
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 United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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
Mon 6/88:24 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/2![United Airlines logo]()
$177
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/610:39 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 16m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 6/76:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$147
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 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 5/2. 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 6/56:27 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 18m
United Airlines
Mon 6/156:18 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/2![United Airlines logo]()
$207
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.
Thu 6/48:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 12m
United Airlines
Thu 6/116:18 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/5![United Airlines logo]()
$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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
Tue 6/235:05 am
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 5/2![Southwest logo]()
$237
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 8/2010:30 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 8/246:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$217
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 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.
Fri 5/222:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/254:01 pm
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$242
Last-minute flights from San Diego to Santa BarbaraDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Santa Barbara. Data last updated May 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Santa Barbara. Data last updated May 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 5/222:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 5/296:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$157
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 5/2. 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
Mon 6/88:24 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop4h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/2![United Airlines 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 6/36:30 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 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 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.
Thu 6/48:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 12m
United Airlines
Thu 6/116:18 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/5![United Airlines logo]()
$207
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.
Thu 6/47:00 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Thu 6/115:00 am
SBA
- SAN
2 stops6h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/5![Southwest logo]()
$212
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 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.
Sat 6/66:15 am
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 02m
United Airlines
Fri 6/126:18 pm
SBA
- SAN
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6![United Airlines logo]()
$197
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.
Mon 6/87:00 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Tue 6/95:05 am
SBA
- SAN
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/5![Southwest logo]()
$222
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 6/1610:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/176:00 am
SBA
- SAN
Nonstop1h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$217
One-way flights from San Diego to Santa BarbaraSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 6, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 6, 2026.
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.
Wed 5/272:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$69
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.
Thu 5/282:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$79
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 5/286:27 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/3![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 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.
Sun 6/2810:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$109
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 6/24:09 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop6h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6![United Airlines logo]()
$112
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 6/308:32 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop3h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6![United Airlines logo]()
$114
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.
Sun 6/286:20 am
SAN
- SBA
1 stop2h 57m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/4![United Airlines logo]()
$119
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.
Sun 5/316:15 am
SAN
- SBA
1 stop5h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6![United Airlines logo]()
$124
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.
Sat 10/319:30 am
SAN
- SBA
1 stop5h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6![United Airlines logo]()
$141
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.
Sat 6/276:27 pm
SAN
- SBA
1 stop4h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/4![United Airlines logo]()
$154
This Travelocity 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/212:03 pm
SAN
- SBA
Nonstop1h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$164
Find flight deals from San Diego to Santa Barbara
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 May 6, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $137 (Alaska Airlines) |
One-way from | $69 (Alaska Airlines) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $197 |
Good round-trip deal | $217 or less |
Good one-way deal | $68 or less |
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San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Wed 6/3
10:39 pm-11:55 pm
Nonstop1h 16m
Santa Barbara
Sat 6/6
6:00 am-7:03 am
Nonstop1h 03m
$137
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Sat 6/6
10:39 pm-11:55 pm
Nonstop1h 16m
Santa Barbara
Sun 6/7
6:00 am-7:03 am
Nonstop1h 03m
$147
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Wed 6/3
6:30 pm-10:50 pm
1 stop4h 20m
Santa Barbara
Fri 6/5
9:40 am-1:45 pm
1 stop4h 05m
$167
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Mon 6/1
8:32 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop3h 12m
Santa Barbara
Mon 6/8
8:24 pm-12:30 am
1 stop4h 06m
$177
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
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
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Fri 6/5
6:27 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop4h 18m
Santa Barbara
Mon 6/15
6:18 pm-11:54 pm
1 stop5h 36m
$207
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Thu 6/4
8:32 pm-11:44 pm
1 stop3h 12m
Santa Barbara
Thu 6/11
6:18 pm-11:54 pm
1 stop5h 36m
$207
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN - SBA
SANSBA
San Diego
Thu 8/20
10:30 pm-11:42 pm
Nonstop1h 12m
Santa Barbara
Mon 8/24
6:00 am-7:04 am
Nonstop1h 04m
$217
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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| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 San Diego-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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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 6, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Santa Barbara, such as Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
Overall
7.9
Comfort
7.8
Food
7.1
Entertainment
7.0
Crew
8.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Jan 2026
STS - LAX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$137 | Average$217 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$176 | Average$326 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |