Cheap flights from BUF to SBA (Buffalo Niagara Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal)

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Cheap Flights from BUF to SBA starting at $206 One Way, $413 Round Trip

Prices starting at $413 for return flights and $206 for one-way flights to Santa Barbara Municipal were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 2
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$413 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$413
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $413 found 6 days ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 2
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$418 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$418
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $418 found 6 days ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 2
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$424 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$424
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $424 found 6 days ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 2
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$431 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$431
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $431 found 6 days ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 2
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$436 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$436
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $436 found 6 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Santa Barbara Municipal

Airport Hotels near Santa Barbara Municipal

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5650 Calle Real Goleta CA
$195 nightly
The price is $223 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$223 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room great pool great onsite restaurant"

Reviewed on May 19, 2026

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
6350 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$255 nightly
The price is $291 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$291 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (528 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good breakfast and great amenities"

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2 out of 5
5897 Calle Real Goleta CA
$92 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$104 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,196 reviews)
"Horrible, highly abusive staff if you have a disability. I had an epileptic seizure in the lobby at the time of check in. The front desk agent had already been informed that I have epilepsy. The agent accused me of being on drugs, told me I should go outside and wiggle in the dirt and get out of ..."

Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
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.

Hotels In Santa Barbara

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5650 Calle Real Goleta CA
$195 nightly
The price is $223 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$223 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room great pool great onsite restaurant"

Reviewed on May 19, 2026

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$865 nightly
The price is $990 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$990 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice atmosphere, the beautiful grounds. The restaurants. Everything was perfect we will be back!"

Reviewed on May 6, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta

3 out of 5
6878 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$207 nightly
The price is $232 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$232 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"This is a great hotel for the price range. They have microwaves and refrigerators in the rooms which is crucial for many travelers. The rooms are modern, new and clean. Our only complaint is the lack of water pressure in the shower, but after staying in many hotels this seems to be a common problem. ..."

Reviewed on May 19, 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Santa Barbara / Goleta
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.

Santa Barbara Hotels With Airport Transportation

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real Goleta CA
$170 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$194 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Daily hot breakfast. Rooms are clean and roomy."

Reviewed on May 22, 2026

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
401 Storke Rd Goleta CA
$229 nightly
The price is $262 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$262 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (895 reviews)
"Comfortable and clean stay!"

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
6350 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$255 nightly
The price is $291 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$291 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (528 reviews)
"Friendly staff, good breakfast and great amenities"

Reviewed on May 13, 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
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.

Low Priced Santa Barbara Hotels

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real Goleta CA
$170 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$194 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Daily hot breakfast. Rooms are clean and roomy."

Reviewed on May 22, 2026

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2 out of 5
5897 Calle Real Goleta CA
$92 nightly
The price is $104 total per night from May 31 to Jun 1
$104 total
May 31 - Jun 1
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,196 reviews)
"Horrible, highly abusive staff if you have a disability. I had an epileptic seizure in the lobby at the time of check in. The front desk agent had already been informed that I have epilepsy. The agent accused me of being on drugs, told me I should go outside and wiggle in the dirt and get out of ..."

Reviewed on May 21, 2026

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5650 Calle Real Goleta CA
$195 nightly
The price is $223 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$223 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room great pool great onsite restaurant"

Reviewed on May 19, 2026

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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.

Family Friendly Hotels in Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real Goleta CA
$170 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$194 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Daily hot breakfast. Rooms are clean and roomy."

Reviewed on May 22, 2026

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
5650 Calle Real Goleta CA
$195 nightly
The price is $223 total per night from May 25 to May 26
$223 total
May 25 - May 26
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room great pool great onsite restaurant"

Reviewed on May 19, 2026

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$865 nightly
The price is $990 total per night from Jun 21 to Jun 22
$990 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice atmosphere, the beautiful grounds. The restaurants. Everything was perfect we will be back!"

Reviewed on May 6, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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.

BUF to SBA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
BUF Address & GPS
Address:
Genesee Street
Buffalo NY, 14225
United States
IATA Code:
BUF
Longitude:
-78.731804
Latitude:
42.933828
Time Zone:
America/New_York
SBA Address & GPS
Address:
500 Fowler Rd.
Santa Barbara CA, 93117
United States
IATA Code:
SBA
Longitude:
-119.836476
Latitude:
34.432833
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Unfortunately, nonstop flights aren't an option when traveling from BUF to SBA. However, there are a number of carriers that operate on this route with just one stopover, including KLM, Delta Air Lines and Southwest Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from BUF to SBA?
Order a glass of red and get cozy in your seat with an absorbing book or movie. With the journey from Buffalo to Santa Barbara taking 6 hours and 58 minutes, there's plenty of time to sit back and enjoy the experience.
How many hours flight from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to SBA?
The flight from BUF to SBA will take around 7 hours and 6 minutes. A few TV shows, some journaling and a long nap will help make time fly by.
What airlines have the most flights from Buffalo Niagara Intl. Airport (BUF) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Do some people-watching, have a coffee, go for a short wander .... Airport stopovers don't have to be annoying! If you're planning to head between Buffalo and Santa Barbara, you can't fly direct. Plan to make at least one stop somewhere.

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