$59 Cheap flights to Santa Barbara County

Earn rewards on top of your airline miles with Orbitz Rewards

Many airlines offer flexible change policies

Sign up to receive text alerts about your trip

Top places to visit in Santa Barbara County

A vineyard with rows of grapevines and a hilly landscape with trees and mountains in the background.
FlightsFlights
FlightsFlights

Santa Barbara

Santa Barbara

Cheap flights to Santa Barbara County from $59 One Way, $117 Round Trip

$117 return flights and $59 one-way flights to Santa Barbara County were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Tue, Dec 22 - Wed, Dec 23
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$117 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Dec 22 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Dec 23, priced at $117 found 1 day ago
Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Jan 4
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$151 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Dec 10 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Mon, Jan 4, priced at $151 found 19 hours ago
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 9
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$217 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Dec 9 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Dec 9, priced at $217 found 7 hours ago
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 22
SEA
Seattle
SBA
Santa Barbara
$221 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$221
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 15 from Seattle to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Dec 22, priced at $221 found 2 days ago
Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
PHX
Phoenix
SBA
Santa Barbara
$223 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$223
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Dec 4 from Phoenix to Santa Barbara, returning Sun, Dec 6, priced at $223 found 1 day ago
Tue, Dec 15 - Tue, Dec 22
SEA
Seattle
SBA
Santa Barbara
$227 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 15 from Seattle to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Dec 22, priced at $227 found 2 days ago
Wed, Dec 16 - Wed, Dec 23
SEA
Seattle
SBA
Santa Barbara
$237 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Dec 16 from Seattle to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Dec 23, priced at $237 found 2 days ago
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
SEA
Seattle
SBA
Santa Barbara
$237 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$237
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Dec 1 from Seattle to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Dec 5, priced at $237 found 6 days ago
Tue, Feb 2 - Tue, Feb 9
PAE
Seattle
SBA
Santa Barbara
$243 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$243
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 2 from Seattle to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Feb 9, priced at $243 found 2 days ago

Deals For This Weekend's Flights

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SFOGoletaNovember 7 to November 9$325
DENGoletaNovember 7 to November 9$328
SFOSan Luis ObispoNovember 6 to November 8$416
EWRSan Luis ObispoNovember 7 to November 14$431
DENSan Luis ObispoNovember 7 to November 9$449
PHXSan Luis ObispoNovember 6 to November 8$476
PDXSan Luis ObispoNovember 6 to November 9$483
BOSGoletaNovember 6 to November 8$488
SEASan Luis ObispoNovember 8 to November 9$527
SEAGoletaNovember 6 to November 8$545
PDXGoletaNovember 6 to November 8$545
PHXGoletaNovember 7 to November 7$665
LAXSan Luis ObispoNovember 6 to November 8$715
LAXGoletaNovember 7 to November 8$731
MSPGoletaNovember 6 to November 10$880
*Prices include taxes and fees

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Score Epic Santa Barbara County Accommodation Deals

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

4 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
$284 nightly
The price is $324 total per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
$324 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Opens in a new windowHotel Santa Barbara
Chumash Casino Resort

Chumash Casino Resort

4 out of 5
3400 East Highway 246 Santa Ynez CA
$124 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
$144 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa resort in Santa Ynez. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
Opens in a new windowChumash Casino Resort
Sideways Inn

Sideways Inn

3 out of 5
114 E Highway 246 Buellton CA
$88 nightly
The price is $103 total per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
$103 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Buellton. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,859 reviews)
"Excellent stay"

Reviewed on Nov 1, 2026

Opens in a new windowSideways Inn
Save an average of 15% on thousands of hotels when you're signed in
Sign in
Sign up, it's free
Wine Valley Inn

Wine Valley Inn

3 out of 5
1564 Copenhagen Dr Solvang CA
$132 nightly
The price is $153 total per night from Nov 3 to Nov 4
$153 total
Nov 3 - Nov 4
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Solvang. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,556 reviews)
"Wish we would have stayed more than one day. Great location in the quaint town."

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026

Opens in a new windowWine Valley Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Need a Car For After Your Flight?

Special

Nissan Versa, Hyundai Elantra, Toyota Corolla
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Nissan Versa, Hyundai Elantra, Toyota Corolla

$36

$105 total
found 18 hours ago
Special Nissan Versa, Hyundai Elantra, Toyota Corolla

Fullsize

Nissan Altima
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Nissan Altima

$40

$116 total
found 18 hours ago
Fullsize Nissan Altima

Compact SUV

Nissan Kicks
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Nissan Kicks

$43

$122 total
found 18 hours ago
Compact SUV Nissan Kicks

Economy

Hyundai Accent
  • 5 people
  • Unlimited mileage
Los Angeles, California, USA
Hyundai Accent

$44

$124 total
found 18 hours ago
Economy Hyundai Accent
Lowest prices found within the past 18 hours. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Santa Barbara County

Get the absolute lowest prices on flights to Santa Barbara County by shopping with Orbitz. Orbitz is the most efficient travel planner around, allowing you to search, compare and book discount domestic and international flights fast. With cutting-edge mobile tools and access to frequent flier rewards programs, we have everything you need for both your routine and holiday excursions.

Book Your Flight To Santa Barbara County Using Your Mobile Device

New mobile app tools enable those with hand-held devices to scout out the best bargains and to secure tickets from any location. If you have an iPhone, iPad or Android device, you may take advantage of special discounts, only available to mobile device customers, when you book hotel rooms or car rentals on the same day as booking Santa Barbara County flights.

Avoid Check-In Hassles When Traveling On Flights to Santa Barbara County

Orbitz also provides an array of resources that can help you eliminate most check-in hassles. Detailed baggage information is continually available for Santa Barbara County flights. Mobile apps can also be used to share travel itineraries with family members or business associates.

Keeping Everyone Up To Date

When you download the free Orbitz mobile phone app, you can get regular and free flight updates. These will keep you informed of important scheduling changes. Updates can even be sent to several contacts, helping to keep everyone current on anticipated arrival times and all other relevant flight details.

Orbitz makes traveling on a budget very easy to do. We provide everything you need to plan your ideal trip from start to finish. Getting there and back again is a snap when you book your Santa Barbara County flight using Orbitz.

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines fly to Santa Barbara County?
With 19 airlines flying to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), you'll be exploring every corner of Santa Barbara County in no time at all. Finding a flight that suits your itinerary is easy as pie. Compare the available fares from these major air companies and be ready for a smooth landing at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA):

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

What is the best airport to fly to in Santa Barbara County?
There's one main entry point for this area — Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). Book your flights to this popular gateway and discover all that Santa Barbara County has to offer.
How much is a flight to Santa Barbara County?
Last week, prices ranged between $117 and $880 for a round-trip flight to Santa Barbara County. One-way flights from San Francisco (SFO) dropped down to just $59 during the same time period.
How to book the cheapest flight to Santa Barbara County?
Using Orbitz, you'll uncover some of the most affordable flight deals around from a great range of airlines. But if you'd like to heighten your chances of picking up cheap flights to Santa Barbara County, here are a few pointers we think will help:

  • Depending on your departure point, choose the 'Nearby airports' function (located under the departure and arrival options). Oftentimes, alternative departure points offer cheaper airfares.
  • If you're flexible with your travel itinerary, click on the 'Show flexible dates' option. It'll bring up flight deals for the days before and after your selected departure. Fares often vary depending on what day of the week it is.
  • Select 'Show options' to refine your search results. You can choose your preferred airline and seating class here. Under 'Sort & Filter' to the left, you can even specify whether you want to fly in the morning, afternoon or evening.
  • The early bird gets the best deals, so book as soon as you know your travel dates. The most affordable airfares sell fast and prices generally increase as the departure date nears.
  • Combine your flights, hotels and car rental into a cost-effective package deal. Save your hard-earned money for things you're really excited about, like exploring Santa Barbara County.
  • Don't travel during peak seasons if possible. By steering clear of summer and school vacations, you can save big on your airfares.

How long is a flight to Santa Barbara County?
Your point of origin, your departure airport and whether you have a layover — the flight duration depends on many factors. But we've listed the average times for three of the busiest routes to Santa Barbara County:

  • 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 County?
Book in January, February or August for the best airfares to Santa Barbara County. Once you've spotted a bargain, lock it in — cheap flights are known to pop up and then vanish in the click of a button.
What day of the week is the cheapest to book a flight to Santa Barbara County?
When it comes to cheap airfares to Santa Barbara County, the best days to book are generally Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Saturdays. An unbeatable flight deal is just clicks away with Orbitz.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly to Santa Barbara County?
Based on Orbitz data from 2020, Monday is generally the best day for cheap flights to Santa Barbara County. Tuesday also offers more affordable fares, while Saturday has the highest ticket rates. Even though leaving at the weekend may be easier to arrange, you'll have more money in your pocket to play with if you set off early in the week.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara County?
To book cheap flights to Santa Barbara County, you should fly out in August. If getting a good deal on your plane ticket is your number one priority, Orbitz data has found that this is generally an excellent month to travel. June is when fares are the most expensive.
Which airlines allow free cancellation?
Flexibility is important, that's why Orbitz lets you search for flights that won't slap on fees for amendments to your reservation. Enter your departure and arrival points, then select "Filter by flexible change policies." We'll show you options that include free cancellation within 24 hours of booking and no change fees.
What do I need for the flight to Santa Barbara County?
Whether you're a regular flyer or you're new to the skies, it's always great to be organized when traveling. Here are a few tips and things to take into consideration:

  • Make sure you've packed your travel papers and some identification. For overseas trips, you'll need your passport. When you book your flights, always use the same name, birth date and gender as written on your government-issued ID.
  • A well-stocked carry-on bag is a must-have for any lengthy flight. With at least a few hours up your sleeve, you'll probably long for something to keep you entertained while in the air. We suggest a good book (or trashy magazine), and something to nosh on.
  • Aeroplane cabins are frequently quite cool. Even if you're flying during the peak of the Santa Barbara County summer, make sure you carry some warm clothes to keep comfortable.

How many direct flights are there to Santa Barbara County?
Multiple airlines fly nonstop into Santa Barbara County, with roughly 50 direct flights every month to pick from. These popular carriers include United Airlines, Southwest Airlines and American Airlines.
How do I get cheap first-class/business deals to Santa Barbara County?
If you think a first or business-class airfare is out of your price range, think again. Here are some top tips to help you land a premium flight to Santa Barbara County for a whole lot less:

  • Flexibility is essential. By being open to a variety of travel dates, you'll have a better chance of landing a deal on your airfares.
  • Low-cost airlines offer business-class seating at more affordable prices. Skip the full-service carriers and check out these cheaper options.
  • Take advantage of your airline's loyalty program and upgrade your seat. You can also bid for an upgrade in online auctions.

What is the best time to go to Santa Barbara County?
People come from all over to go to Santa Barbara County in February, March and April. So if you want to experience this wonderful destination in the peak season, this is the best time to go. Like most places in the Northern Hemisphere, the summer starts June 20 in Santa Barbara County, with average daily temperatures ranging between 60 ºF and 80 ºF.

Fare, taxes & fees: Fares include all taxes and fees, except baggage fees. Rates shown reflect fares found by other Orbitz users over the past 7 days. Due to rapidly changing airline prices & seat availability, these fares may no longer be available.

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

Other conditions: Schedules, fares and rules are subject to change without notice. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights/dates or in all markets. Lower fares may be available. Fares will not be honored retroactively or in exchange for any wholly/partially unused ticket. Tickets are non-transferable and non-refundable. Fare rules are provided for the selected itinerary before booking.