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Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara (SBA) from $69

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 6/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SFO — SBA
Jun 4 — Jun 111
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Tue 6/11
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How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara?

Users have found that booking a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara at least 30 days early can save you up to 55% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 30 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara for as little as $139 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $189 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara?

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from San Francisco Bay Area. Users have commonly found prices around $148 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $44. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in November.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from XIH to SBA?

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.

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between San Francisco Bay Area and Santa Barbara. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest United Airlines flights traveling from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Fri 8/98:45 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/101:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$161
Fri 9/68:30 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/86:28 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$183
Wed 6/2610:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/286:15 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$188
Mon 6/2410:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/11:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$197
Sat 6/2910:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/16:30 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$198
Sat 6/2910:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/110:45 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$199
Wed 6/1910:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/216:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$203
Fri 8/232:25 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/262:00 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$207
Sat 6/2210:41 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/246:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$213

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Alaska Airlines for the route between San Francisco Bay Area and Santa Barbara. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on Alaska Airlines flights traveling from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Thu 9/1210:15 amSFO - SBA
1 stop7h 13mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/166:50 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop13h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/29$340
Fri 10/116:00 amOAK - SBA
2 stops29h 47mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/146:46 pmSBA - OAK
1 stop14h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/29$345
Fri 9/139:35 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop19h 53mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/156:50 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop14h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/30$346
Fri 9/139:35 pmSFO - SBA
2 stops14h 24mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/156:50 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop14h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/30$351
Wed 11/69:15 amSFO - SBA
2 stops8h 53mAlaska Airlines
Sat 11/96:58 pmSBA - SFO
2 stops17h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/29$358
Fri 9/65:36 pmSFO - SBA
2 stops18h 23mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/86:50 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop14h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/29$370
Fri 10/116:00 amOAK - SBA
1 stop11h 50mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/146:46 pmSBA - OAK
1 stop14h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/29$390
Thu 11/79:00 amSFO - SBA
2 stops9h 08mAlaska Airlines
Sun 11/106:58 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop13h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/30$401
Fri 10/116:00 amOAK - SBA
2 stops29h 47mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/146:46 pmSBA - OAK
2 stops24h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/29$403

Cheap San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Prices were last updated on May 30, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 6/2610:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/286:15 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$188
Mon 6/2410:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/11:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$197
Sat 6/2910:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/16:30 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$198
Sat 6/2910:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/110:45 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$199
Wed 6/1910:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/216:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$203
Sat 6/2210:41 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/246:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$213
Fri 6/2810:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/291:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$258
Fri 6/2810:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/306:15 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$259
Sun 6/2310:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/251:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$263

San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco Bay Area and Santa Barbara in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Fri 8/98:45 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/101:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$161
Fri 9/68:30 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/86:28 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$183
Wed 6/2610:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/286:15 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$188
Mon 6/2410:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/11:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$197
Sat 6/2910:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/16:30 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$198
Sat 6/2910:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/110:45 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$199
Wed 6/1910:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/216:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$203
Fri 8/232:25 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/262:00 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$207
Sat 6/2210:41 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/246:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$213

Non-stop flights to Santa Barbara from San Francisco Bay Area

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Fri 8/98:45 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/101:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$161
Fri 9/68:30 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/86:28 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$183
Wed 6/2610:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/286:15 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$188
Mon 6/2410:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/11:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$197
Sat 6/2910:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/16:30 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$198
Sat 6/2910:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/110:45 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$199
Wed 6/1910:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/216:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$203
Sat 6/2210:41 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 18mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/246:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$213
Thu 6/2710:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/410:45 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$236

San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Thu 6/610:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/71:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$305
Sat 6/810:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/96:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$325
Sat 6/810:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/156:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$350
Thu 6/610:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/75:50 amSBA - SFO
1 stop3h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$367
Thu 6/610:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/85:15 amSBA - SFO
1 stop8h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$375
Fri 6/710:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/96:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$385
Sat 6/85:00 amSFO - SBA
1 stop7h 51mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/156:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$393
Wed 6/510:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/121:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$410
Wed 6/56:30 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Wed 6/121:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$420

One-way flights to Santa Barbara from San Francisco Bay Area

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara. Users needing a return flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara should utilize the search form above.
Wed 6/2610:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$69
Sat 6/2910:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$99
Sun 6/3010:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$120
Sun 7/2110:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$135
Wed 6/510:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$143
Fri 6/2110:53 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$145
Sun 6/3010:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/30$150
Wed 6/2610:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/29$154
Sun 6/1610:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/28$155

Find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara within your budget

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 2,784,634 searches. Data last updated May 30, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

$161 - $633

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Fri 8/9

Nonstop1h 17m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/10

Nonstop1h 08m

$161

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Fri 9/6

Nonstop1h 20m

Santa Barbara

Sun 9/8

Nonstop1h 10m

$183

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Wed 6/26

Nonstop1h 21m

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/28

Nonstop1h 12m

$188

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Mon 6/24

Nonstop1h 19m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/1

Nonstop1h 08m

$197

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Sat 6/29

Nonstop1h 21m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/1

Nonstop1h 12m

$198

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Sat 6/29

Nonstop1h 21m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/1

Nonstop1h 11m

$199

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Thu 9/12

1 stop7h 13m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/16

1 stop13h 24m

$340

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Sat 6/29

1 stop16h 53m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/1

2 stops19h 07m

$494

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Sat 6/15

2 stops13h 12m

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/18

2 stops12h 02m

$633

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Deals found on 5/29

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

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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 30, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and American 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
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,457 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,777 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,284 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,192 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew and airport staff were excellent. They accommodated my needs and were super professional and kind.

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.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $161, but on average you can expect to pay $228.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara is less than $244.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara for under $400?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara?

    Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Thursday.

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

    Within the past month, 1 users have taken a look at flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara.

  • How many flights depart from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara on average per day?

    On average 1 flight departs from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara per day.
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 100% of flight departures

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

    For as low as $161, United Airlines can have you in Santa Barbara from San Francisco Bay Area in 1h 17m. The distance from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara is about 263 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Santa Barbara, San Jose - Santa Barbara or Oakland - 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 (91%), United Airlines (89%) or Copa Airlines (84%) 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 $258, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $81. The most popular route (San Francisco - Santa Barbara), is priced around $197.

  • What does SFO to SBA mean?

    This is defined as San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Santa Barbara Airport (SBA). Codes like Santa Barbara Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. San Jose Airport (SJC), Oakland Airport (OAK), Santa Rosa Sonoma County Airport (STS), Napa County Airport (APC), Concord Buchanan Fld Airport (CCR) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/30.

  • 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 $359). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $524). 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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