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$39+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 9/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — SBA
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Tue 8/26
Tue 9/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated August 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$77
(Southwest)

One-way from

$39
(Southwest)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$149
From San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/131:10 pmOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Mon 9/151:45 pmSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 8/20$77
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/161:10 pmOAK - SBA
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Sat 9/203:15 pmSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 8/21$92
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/153:50 pmOAK - SBA
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Wed 9/172:10 pmSBA - OAK
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/20$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/1211:55 amOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Mon 9/151:45 pmSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 8/20$114
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/147:15 pmOAK - SBA
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Mon 9/151:45 pmSBA - OAK
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 8/20$124
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 10/277:00 pmOAK - SBA
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Fri 10/315:35 amSBA - OAK
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/20$134
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/201:10 pmOAK - SBA
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Sat 9/2710:50 amSBA - OAK
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 8/21$166
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/199:00 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/224:00 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$174
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/179:00 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/242:32 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/21$177
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/269:10 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/286:30 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$181
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/910:45 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/106:30 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/20$182
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 11/710:38 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/102:30 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop4h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/20$183

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Sat 9/13

1:10 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/15

1:45 pm-2:55 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$77

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Mon 10/27

1:10 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/30

3:00 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$77

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Tue 9/16

5:25 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/20

3:15 pm-4:25 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$87

OaklandSanta Barbara

OAK - SBA

OAKSBA

Oakland

Mon 9/15

3:50 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/17

2:10 pm-7:35 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$97

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Wed 10/1

9:10 pm-10:24 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Santa Barbara

Fri 10/3

8:40 pm-9:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$174

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Fri 10/3

1:28 pm-2:42 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/7

2:04 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$174

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Thu 9/11

10:50 am-1:50 pm

1 stop3h 00m

Santa Barbara

Sun 9/14

6:52 pm-8:03 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$174

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

4:30 pm-5:44 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/15

6:30 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$174

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

9:00 pm-10:14 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/22

4:00 pm-5:11 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$174

San JoseSanta Barbara

SJC - SBA

SJCSBA

San Jose

Thu 9/11

1:45 pm-5:55 pm

1 stop4h 10m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/17

5:40 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 20m

$241

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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 XIH to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 21, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 21, 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH to SBA are scheduled on a Thursday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated August 21, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,245 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

PDX - SJC

They had no snacks and had to pay for the Wifi.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara. It is only a 8.0 mi journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • How popular is this San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara flight route?

    Within the past month, 6 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara.

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara?

    For as low as $77, Southwest can have you in Santa Barbara from San Francisco Bay Area in 1h 10m. The distance from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara is about 263 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara?

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Santa Barbara, Oakland - Santa Barbara or San Jose - Santa Barbara when deciding on the best route from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara?

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (92%), United Airlines (86%) or Air Canada (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara? While on average our users pay $314, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $68. The most popular route (San Francisco - Santa Barbara), is priced around $77.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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 3 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$114Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$147Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$311Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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