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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara (SFO - SBA) from $70

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 5/21. 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.
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May 3 — May 101
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The best prices from San Francisco to Santa Barbara are usually found in December or January, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 April 28, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Monday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

To save on the cost of your flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, book at least 38 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 59% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $129 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $203.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in November. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to Santa Barbara. Flights to Santa Barbara from San Francisco in January are about $150 on average during January, but can be found for as low as $49.

When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Santa Barbara (SFO - SBA)?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco to Santa Barbara in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 9% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Alaska Airlines for the route between San Francisco 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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Take a peek at the cheapest Alaska Airlines flights we've detected traveling from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Wed 5/296:00 amSFO - SBA
1 stop11h 03mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/16:01 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop5h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$304
Sun 5/196:00 amSFO - SBA
1 stop11h 03mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/216:01 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop15h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$338
Sat 6/18:00 amSFO - SBA
2 stops9h 03mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/46:01 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop5h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$358
Wed 5/297:00 amSFO - SBA
1 stop10h 03mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/11:35 pmSBA - SFO
2 stops8h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$364
Sun 5/196:00 amSFO - SBA
1 stop11h 03mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/206:01 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop14h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$368
Sat 5/187:56 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop21h 07mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/206:01 pmSBA - SFO
2 stops18h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$373
Sat 5/189:32 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop19h 31mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/202:00 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$383
Sat 6/18:00 amSFO - SBA
2 stops9h 03mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/41:45 pmSBA - SFO
2 stops9h 59mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/26$393
Thu 5/308:00 amSFO - SBA
2 stops9h 03mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/11:35 pmSBA - SFO
2 stops8h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$413

Cheap United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between San Francisco 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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on United Airlines flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Sat 5/2511:03 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/281:48 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$139
Thu 7/2510:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/306:24 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$179
Sat 5/184:54 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/217:10 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$199
Sat 5/186:30 amSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/187:10 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$208
Thu 7/2510:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/296:24 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$219
Sun 5/2610:55 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/26:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$224
Sun 5/1910:35 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/207:10 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$229
Sun 5/266:30 amSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/281:48 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$238
Sat 7/610:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/101:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$239

Cheap San Francisco to Santa Barbara flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Santa Barbara specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Prices were last updated on April 28, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Santa Barbara in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 5/2511:03 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/281:48 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$139
Sat 5/184:54 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/217:10 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$199
Sat 5/186:30 amSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/187:10 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$208
Sun 5/2610:55 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/26:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$224
Sun 5/1910:35 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/207:10 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$229
Sun 5/266:30 amSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/281:48 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$238
Sat 5/2511:03 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/276:10 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$254
Sat 5/1810:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/236:10 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$259
Fri 5/2410:55 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/276:10 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$264

San Francisco to Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Santa Barbara in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Santa Barbara in 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Sat 5/2511:03 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/281:48 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$139
Thu 7/2510:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/306:24 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$179
Sat 5/184:54 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/217:10 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$199
Sat 5/186:30 amSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/187:10 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$208
Thu 7/2510:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/296:24 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$219
Sun 5/2610:55 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/26:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$224
Sun 5/1910:35 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/207:10 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$229
Sun 5/266:30 amSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/281:48 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$238
Sat 7/610:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/101:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$239

Non-stop flights to Santa Barbara from San Francisco

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco 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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
To help reduce your travel time, choose from one of these non-stop flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Sat 5/2511:03 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/281:48 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$139
Thu 7/2510:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/306:24 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$179
Sat 5/184:54 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/217:10 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$199
Thu 7/2510:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/296:24 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$219
Sun 5/2610:55 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/26:00 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$224
Sun 5/1910:35 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/207:10 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$229
Sat 7/610:40 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/101:47 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$239
Sat 5/2511:03 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/276:10 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$254
Sat 5/1810:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/236:10 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$259

San Francisco to Santa Barbara flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco 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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Users seeking a last-minute flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara should consider booking one of these fares. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.
Sat 5/44:54 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/186:30 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$320
Sat 5/47:53 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop3h 51mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/182:00 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$329
Sat 5/411:05 amSFO - SBA
2 stops12h 39mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/182:00 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$360
Wed 5/810:35 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/137:10 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$410
Wed 5/89:10 amSFO - SBA
1 stop5h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/132:00 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$419
Sat 5/411:05 amSFO - SBA
2 stops12h 39mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/185:15 amSBA - SFO
1 stop6h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$435
Sat 5/410:35 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/62:00 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$441
Sat 5/45:07 amSFO - SBA
1 stop7h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/66:30 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$450
Sat 5/46:30 amSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/64:59 pmSBA - SFO
1 stop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$460

One-way flights to Santa Barbara from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco 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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Users traveling one-way from San Francisco to Santa Barbara can select one of these great deals. For those needing a return trip from San Francisco, there is a search form available above.
Tue 5/2110:35 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$70
Mon 5/2010:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$100
Sun 7/2110:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$130
Tue 5/212:35 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$139
Sat 7/610:49 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$140
Tue 5/1410:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$150
Mon 5/2010:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$155
Tue 5/218:00 amSFO - SBA
2 stops9h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$157
Fri 5/2410:55 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$170

Find flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

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$139 - $485

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Price

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Sat 5/25

Nonstop1h 19m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/28

Nonstop1h 12m

$139

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Thu 7/25

Nonstop1h 21m

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/30

Nonstop1h 13m

$179

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Sat 5/18

Nonstop1h 19m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/21

Nonstop1h 15m

$199

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Sat 5/18

1 stop6h 34m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/18

Nonstop1h 15m

$208

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Thu 7/25

Nonstop1h 21m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/29

Nonstop1h 13m

$219

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Sun 5/26

Nonstop1h 19m

Santa Barbara

Sun 6/2

Nonstop1h 12m

$224

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Wed 5/29

1 stop11h 03m

Santa Barbara

Sat 6/1

1 stop5h 43m

$304

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Sun 5/19

1 stop11h 03m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/21

1 stop15h 13m

$338

San FranciscoSanta Barbara

SFO - SBA

SFOSBA

San Francisco

Wed 5/29

2 stops11h 49m

Santa Barbara

Sat 6/1

2 stops16h 00m

$485

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When is the best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, you should look to book at least 66 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip from San Francisco to Santa Barbara by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara is currently $135 while a round-trip flight costs $255. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara (average of $359). Flying from San Francisco to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $563). 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.

January

$359

February

$394

March

$446

April

$461

May

$460

June

$563

July

$506

August

$443

September

$400

October

$420

November

$449

December

$426

Temperature and rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

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 April 28, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines from San Francisco to Santa Barbara by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,110 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,110 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,110 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,221 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,110 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,844 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,110 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Santa Barbara?

    If you book a flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, you will be flying from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Flights to Santa Barbara (SBA) from San Francisco (SFO) take 1h 16m for a nonstop flight. There are 10 flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara per day from 1 airline.

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $139, but on average you can expect to pay $238.

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

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara is less than $268.

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

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

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

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday.

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

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

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

    15 flight departures from San Francisco to Santa Barbara per day on average.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 20% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 40% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 40% of flight departures

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

    A quick flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara can take about 1h 19m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $139. The distance between San Francisco and Santa Barbara is about 263 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    According to our current data, United Airlines ($139), and Alaska Airlines ($304) offers the cheapest pricing from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. These flights start at 56% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Before booking your flight to Santa Barbara from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SkyWest Airlines (89%), Copa Airlines (79%), United Airlines( 76%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from San Francisco to Santa Barbara is $99. On average you can expect to pay $268. The most popular route, (San Francisco - Santa Barbara), can usually be booked for $199.

  • What does SFO to SBA mean?

    San Francisco Airport is SFO and Santa Barbara Airport is SBA. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco 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 to Santa Barbara with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco 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 to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco 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 to Santa Barbara.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 to Santa Barbara that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco 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 to Santa Barbara?

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