Cheap Flights To Santa Barbara (SBA)

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Cheap Flights to Santa Barbara from $62 One Way, $170 Round Trip

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Wed, Dec 6 - Tue, Dec 12
DEN
Denver Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
$170 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Dec 6 from Denver Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Tue, Dec 12, priced at $170 found 3 days ago
Sun, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 9
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
$173 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Sun, Dec 3 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Sat, Dec 9, priced at $173 found 1 hour ago
Wed, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 24
PDX
Portland Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
$173 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$173
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Wed, Jan 17 from Portland Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Wed, Jan 24, priced at $173 found 5 days ago
Wed, Nov 15 - Wed, Nov 29
PDX
Portland Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
$178 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 15 from Portland Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Wed, Nov 29, priced at $178 found 1 day ago
Sat, Dec 9 - Fri, Dec 15
DEN
Denver Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
$180 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$180
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Dec 9 from Denver Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Fri, Dec 15, priced at $180 found 3 days ago
Wed, Nov 15 - Thu, Nov 30
PDX
Portland Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
$188 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 15 from Portland Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Thu, Nov 30, priced at $188 found 1 day ago
Sun, Jan 14 - Fri, Jan 19
PDX
Portland Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
$192 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Sun, Jan 14 from Portland Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Fri, Jan 19, priced at $192 found 6 days ago
Wed, Oct 11 - Wed, Oct 18
SEA
Seattle - Tacoma Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
$195 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Wed, Oct 11 from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Wed, Oct 18, priced at $195 found 5 days ago
Sat, Jan 13 - Sat, Jan 20
PDX
Portland Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
$196 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 13 from Portland Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Sat, Jan 20, priced at $196 found 3 days ago
Fri, Oct 13 - Wed, Nov 1
DEN
Denver Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
$196 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Fri, Oct 13 from Denver Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Wed, Nov 1, priced at $196 found 6 days ago

Santa Barbara Flight Information

Traveling To
Santa Barbara
Destination Airport IATA Code
SBA
Number of Airlines Serving
Airlines
United, American Airlines, Alaska Airlines
Flight Price
$170
Earliest Departing Flight
Latest Departing Flight

Visiting Santa Barbara

Visitors to Santa Barbara have the opportunity to experience a slice of California life. The city offers sandy beaches, sunny weather, and a laid-back lifestyle. Get started on your trip to the California coast by visiting Orbitz.com, where you can book flights to Santa Barbara and reserve hotel rooms and rental cars at the same time. �

Arriving in Santa Barbara

The Santa Barbara Airport (601 Firestone Road, Santa Barbara) is the primary airport serving the greater Santa Barbara area. The airport is located just 10 miles west of downtown Santa Barbara, with easy access into the city via US-101. Five domestic airlines provide daily scheduled service: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Frontier, United, and U.S. Airways. Cities served include Denver, Los Angeles, Phoenix, San Francisco, and Seattle.

Getting to Your Destination

Once you arrive at the airport, you�ll find plenty of ground transportation options to take you to your final destination. Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Avis, and Alamo have car-rental facilities right at the airport. Thrifty has a facility near the airport accessible by its free shuttle. Several taxi companies offer transportation into the city for roughly $28, and you can find available taxis right outside of the baggage claim area. Road Runner (805-389-8196) offers door-to-door shuttle service throughout Ventura County, and you can alternatively hop on a Metropolitan Transit District public bus for $1.75.

Typical Santa Barbara Weather

Like most of California, Santa Barbara�s weather is usually sunny and warm. Winter months are the coolest, with temperatures ranging from the low 40s to the mid-60s Fahrenheit, so be sure to pack a jacket if you plan to visit between November and March. Summers are balmy, with temperatures averaging from the high 50s to the mid-70s.. Your best bet is to pack lightweight clothes that you can layer to accommodate any cool nights if you plan to visit between June and September. The summer is the best time to visit Santa Barbara as it offers warm days, cool nights, and almost no precipitation.

Things to Do in Santa Barbara

Most Santa Barbara residents love being outside, so you are sure to find plenty of outdoor activities in the city. You can head to the beach for a variety of water activities from kayaking to wakeboarding or experience nature inland. Climb �The Y� at San Ysidro Canyon, hike to Gaviota Peak�s hot springs, or go horseback riding in the hills of Santa Barbara. The city is also home to high-end shops, a variety of eateries, and plenty of art galleries. The city hosts many annual events and local festivals, including the Santa Barbara International Film Festival in late January, the Vintners� Festival in April, the mid-June Summer Solstice parade, and the Old Spanish Days Fiesta each August.

Experience Santa Barbara

Once you visit the Santa Barbara area, you will be sure to fall in love and will want to visit again and again. Thanks to Orbitz.com, making that happen is fairly easy. Simply visit the site, where you will find some of the most affordable rates on flights to Santa Barbara as well as some of the best prices on hotel rooms and rental cars.

Frequently asked questions

Am I currently able to fly to Santa Barbara?
Our Covid-19 Travel Advisor has the updates you need about current quarantine policies, travel advice and other crucial information for your flight to Santa Barbara.
If I am not able to travel because of COVID-19, can I change or cancel?
You’ll find answers to frequently asked questions on our Customer Service Portal. While many airlines make allowances for changes due to COVID-19, it’s best to double-check the terms and conditions of your selected carrier before you book.
Which airlines fly to Santa Barbara?
Look for a flight that suits your budget and schedule among the 15 airlines that jet into Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). The simplest way to save some cash on ticket fares is to book in advance. Take a look at these popular domestic air carriers and score a great deal today:

  • United Airlines - 134 flights to Santa Barbara per month
  • Southwest Airlines - 74 flights to Santa Barbara per month
  • American Airlines - 59 flights to Santa Barbara per month

What is the best airport to fly to in Santa Barbara?
Keep your eyes open for a rewarding flight deal to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). It’s the main airport servicing this city and is situated around 8 miles west of the center. After you’ve left the arrivals area, it won’t be long before you’re discovering the best of Santa Barbara.
How much is a flight to Santa Barbara?
Round-trip flights to Santa Barbara this past week fluctuated from $170 to $196. If you were traveling one-way from Denver (DEN), you could have landed fares from just $62.
How to book the cheapest flight to Santa Barbara?
Using Orbitz, you’ll find some of the best flight deals around from a big range of airlines. But if you want to improve your chances of snapping up cheap flights to Santa Barbara, here are some pointers we think will help:

  • Consider departing from or arriving at nearby airports to save money. Enter your preferred departure and arrival airports in the form fields, then click on the ‘Nearby airports’ function below. It will show you any available options.
  • Also, click on the ‘Show flexible dates’ option to compare the prices on days either side of your selected departure. It’s possible to pick up cheaper flight deals if you’re flexible with your plans.
  • Hit ‘Show options’ to narrow down your search results. You can choose your preferred seating class and airline here. Under ‘Sort & Filter’ to the left, you can even specify whether you want to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening.
  • Once you’ve settled on your travel dates, lock in your flight. Ticket prices normally become more expensive as the departure date gets closer.
  • Save even more on your vacation by bundling your hotel, flights and car rental into an Orbitz package deal. Your credit card will thank you.
  • If practical, avoid flying in the most popular seasons. Airfares are often at their most expensive during summer, school breaks and around other vacation times like Easter and Christmas.

How long is a flight to Santa Barbara?
Naturally, flight times vary based on where you’re departing from. But to give you a clearer picture of the average duration, have a peek at these busy routes to Santa Barbara:

  • Denver, CO (DEN-Denver Intl.) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 2 hours and 38 minutes
  • San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 1 hour and 18 minutes
  • Las Vegas, NV (LAS-Harry Reid Intl.) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) - 1 hour and 16 minutes

What is the best time to book a flight to Santa Barbara?
Generally speaking, January is the cheapest month to purchase your plane ticket. This is followed by February and August. Keep this in mind while you browse for a cheap flight to Santa Barbara.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Santa Barbara?
Get a great flight deal by making a booking on a Tuesday, Wednesday or Saturday. Typically, these are the best days to pick up cheap seats to Santa Barbara.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Santa Barbara?
Look into going early in the week to nab cheap flights to Santa Barbara. Orbitz data from 2020 indicates Monday is typically the cheapest day to hop on a plane, followed by Tuesday. Saturdays were shown to have the most expensive ticket fares. This is probably because many travelers prefer to start their escape on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?
We won’t keep you in suspense — according to Orbitz data, August is generally the most affordable month to fly. Perfect for those who crave a weekend getaway or just a break from it all before the weather turns. Be aware that the costliest time to fly is the height of summer, with fares at their highest in June.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
We know that plans can change and flexibility matters. That’s why you can easily search for flights that include free cancellation and no change fees on Orbitz. Just click on “Filter by flexible change policies” and we’ll find you fares with more flexibility than candy in a car on a hot day!
What do I need for the flight to Santa Barbara?
There’s nothing as exciting as flying to a new destination, but it’s smart to be prepared. These practical tips will help get your journey off to a smooth start:

  • Your travel documents are the most important things you’ll need to have with you on your flight. To avoid any confusion when checking in, make sure that the name on your ticket corresponds with your government-issued photo ID.
  • Make time fly by even quicker on your short hop by packing the right stuff. Think tasty snacks, a water bottle and entertainment. If you want your journey to Santa Barbara to pass nice and quietly, throw some noise-canceling headphones or earplugs into your bag as well.
  • Whatever the weather’s doing outside, plane cabins can get chilly. Bring a sweater on board to keep yourself warm and cozy.

How many direct flights are there to Santa Barbara?
Every month, there are 50 flights that go directly to Santa Barbara. Airlines that fly nonstop to this destination include United Airlines, Southwest Airlines and American Airlines.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Santa Barbara?
There are ways of booking first or business-class fares to Santa Barbara that won’t burn through your savings. Snap up a seat in the pointy end of the plane for less with these handy hints:

  • Flexibility isn’t just for your yoga class. Avoid locking in your travel dates so you can pick up cheaper airfares when a huge sale drops.
  • A lot of low-cost carriers offer quality business-class seating that doesn’t cost the earth.
  • Bid for an upgrade in online auctions (if available) or upgrade your seat with loyalty points.

How to get into Santa Barbara from the airport?
Driving is a good option. Hertz, Dollar and Enterprise are three car rental agencies located at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). After picking up a Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) car rental, you can whiz straight from SBA airport to downtown Santa Barbara, about 8 miles to the east. Or, if you’re planning to rent some wheels from the city center, have a look through our Santa Barbara car rentals.
What is the best time to go to Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara is a busy place in . If you’re thinking of visiting during these months, it may be an idea to book in advance to ensure you snap up the best deals. Curious to know what summertime’s like in Santa Barbara? Average daily temperatures typically sit between 60undefined and 80undefined. Like most destinations in the Northern Hemisphere, summer commences June 20 here.
Travel tips for Santa Barbara

  • The center of Santa Barbara has loads of awesome attractions. Places like Santa Barbara County Courthouse and Mission Santa Barbara will keep your feet on the move and the sightseer in you satisfied.
  • Also explore the sights a quick drive from Santa Barbara’s center. Make tracks to University of California, Santa Barbara and Ventura Pier and experience another side of this awesome destination.
  • Eager to see the sights of Santa Barbara County’s other great cities? Organize a car rental and road-trip your way to Lompoc or Santa Maria. With your own wheels, getting to those harder-to-reach destinations will also be a cinch.

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Refunds/changes/cancellations: Itinerary changes, if permitted for the fare, will have a $30 service fee charged by Orbitz. Additional airline charges may apply.

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