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New York to Santa Barbara Flights

Airports in New York

Three airports service the New York metropolitan area: John F. Kennedy (JFK) International Airport, LaGuardia Airport and Newark Liberty International Airport. JFK is located 20 miles from Manhattan on JFK Access Road. LaGuardia is located 6.5 miles from Manhattan on Ditmars Boulevard. Newark is located 16 miles from Manhattan on Brewster Road in Newark, New Jersey. Numerous airlines service the three airports, including North American, JetBlue and United Airlines. The Orbitz.com website can find you cheap flights from New York to any domestic or international destination.

Parking and Transportation

All three airports have long-term parking options available. JFK and Newark both charge $18 per day for long-term parking. The long-term parking at LaGuardia Airport costs $33 per day for the first two days, and $18 per day for each additional day. The NYC Airporter shuttle takes passengers from New York to JFK and LaGuardia airports. The bus fare is $12.75 to LaGuardia and $15.75 to JFK. The subway also runs between Manhattan, LaGuardia and JFK. Cab fare from Manhattan runs between $30 and $50, depending on which airport you're heading to. If you need access to a vehicle when you arrive at your destination, Orbitz.com can reserve a rental car for you.

Dining at the Airports

If you need to grab a bite to eat before your flight, all three airports have on-site restaurants. Some of the dining options include McDonald's, Dunkin' Donuts and Starbucks. Using Orbitz.com to find cheap flights from New York means that all of your travel details are handled before you arrive at the airport. This gives you plenty of time to relax and enjoy a meal before your flight.

Santa Barbara Municipal Airport

Warm temperatures and year-round sunshine lead a large number of visitors to head to Santa Barbara. If you keep finding flights to Santa Barbara that are already full, head to Orbitz.com. With thousands of flights and other travel deals available, you can always find what you need. The website offers flights to the Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, which is only seven miles from downtown. Five airlines operate out of the airport, providing domestic flights across the country. More than 30 flights leave the airport every day.

How to Get to Your Hotel

Getting to your hotel shouldn't be a hassle. American Taxi, Yellow Cab, Rose Cab, and several other cab companies offer pickup at the airport; expect to pay about $15 to $20 for a ride. If you stay at the Holiday Inn or Hyatt hotels, you have access to free shuttle service from the airport. Alamo, Budget, Avis, and Enterprise are just a few of the rental car companies operating out of the airport. Car rentals cost about $20 to $30 a day.

Weather and Climate in Santa Barbara

Temperatures in the high 40s and 50s are common during the winter, while temperatures can easily reach the mid-70s in the summer with a possibility of storms. These moderate year-round temperatures make the city appealing to travelers.

Fun Festivals and Events

Finding cheap things to do in Santa Barbara is easy. The city holds several festivals every year, including the Fiesta, the French Festival, and the Santa Barbara International Film Festival. Let Orbitz.com help you book your flights to Santa Barbara and all your other travel needs.

Cheap flights from New York to Santa Barbara

Prices are for round-trip flights per adult (taxes and fees included)

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2 3 $523 4 $515 5 6 $606 7 8 $574
9 10 $575 11 $565 12 13 14 $675 15 $579
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23 $717 24 25 $630 26 $668 27 28 29
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June

Lowest roundtrip airfare in June from New York to Santa Barbara

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Tue, Jun 4 New York (JFK) Santa Barbara (SBA) United Airlines $515
Return Wed, Jun 12 Santa Barbara (SBA) New York (JFK) United Airlines

Best one-week trip in June from New York to Santa Barbara

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Mon, Jun 10 New York (JFK) Santa Barbara (SBA) US Airways $575
Return Mon, Jun 17 Santa Barbara (SBA) New York (JFK) US Airways
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July

Cheapest weekend flights in July from New York to Santa Barbara

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Thu, Jul 11 New York (JFK) Santa Barbara (SBA) United Airlines $776
Return Sun, Jul 14 Santa Barbara (SBA) New York (JFK) United Airlines

Lowest roundtrip airfare in July from New York to Santa Barbara

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Wed, Jul 10 New York (JFK) Santa Barbara (SBA) American Airlines $597
Return Sun, Jul 14 Santa Barbara (SBA) New York (JFK) American Airlines
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August

Lowest roundtrip airfare in August from New York to Santa Barbara

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Tue, Aug 6 New York (JFK) Santa Barbara (SBA) American Airlines $460
Return Tue, Aug 13 Santa Barbara (SBA) New York (JFK) American Airlines

Best one-week trip in August from New York to Santa Barbara

Travel dates Departure Arrival Stops: Round-trip
Leave Tue, Aug 6 New York (JFK) Santa Barbara (SBA) American Airlines $460
Return Tue, Aug 13 Santa Barbara (SBA) New York (JFK) American Airlines
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Airports in New York NY, US
map of airports in New York
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    LaGuardia Airport (LGA)

    Distance from City Center: 6.1 miles

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    JFK Airport (JFK)

    Distance from City Center: 13.1 miles

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    Newark Airport (EWR)

    Distance from City Center: 11.5 miles

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Airports in Santa Barbara CA, US
map of airports in Santa Barbara
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    Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)

    Distance from City Center: 7.7 miles

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    Los Angeles Airport, El Segundo (LAX)

    Distance from City Center: 82.2 miles

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Cheap airline tickets from New York to Santa Barbara

Airline Departure Arrival Travel dates Round-trip
airline logo United Airlines NYC SBA Thu, Sep 5 - Mon, Sep 9 $322
airline logo American Airlines NYC SBA Mon, Jun 3 - Wed, Jun 5 $523
airline logo US Airways NYC SBA Mon, Jun 10 - Mon, Jun 17 $575
airline logo Alaska Airlines NYC SBA Wed, Sep 18 - Wed, Oct 2 $782