$49 Cheap flight deals from Oakland (SJC) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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This Weekend's Flight Deals from Oakland to Santa Barbara

This weekend's flight prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Fri, Nov 7 - Sun, Nov 9
OAK
Oakland Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
$449 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$449
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 7 from Oakland Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Sun, Nov 9, priced at $449 found 6 days ago
Sun, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 10
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
$524 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$524
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Bargain Flight flight, departing Sun, Nov 9 from San Francisco Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Mon, Nov 10, priced at $524 found 11 hours ago

Airfares from $49 One Way, $188 Round Trip from Oakland to Santa Barbara

Prices starting at $188 for return flights and $49 for one-way flights to Santa Barbara were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Wed, Feb 18 - Fri, Feb 20
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$188 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Feb 20, priced at $188 found 15 hours ago
Wed, Feb 18 - Fri, Feb 20
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$198 Roundtrip, found 15 hours ago
$198
Roundtrip
found 15 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Feb 18 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Feb 20, priced at $198 found 15 hours ago
Wed, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 9
OAK
Oakland
SBA
Santa Barbara
$208 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from Oakland to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Jan 9, priced at $208 found 1 day ago
Wed, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 9
OAK
Oakland
SBA
Santa Barbara
$213 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$213
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from Oakland to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Jan 9, priced at $213 found 1 day ago
Wed, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 9
OAK
Oakland
SBA
Santa Barbara
$215 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$215
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 7 from Oakland to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Jan 9, priced at $215 found 1 day ago

Santa Barbara economy flight packages

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The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0-star property

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8.4/10 Very Good! (913 reviews)

Dec 15 - Dec 18

3 night stay

Oakland (OAK) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

Alaska Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $794, price is now $687 per person
$687
per person
found 1 day ago
The hotel and the room was nice. The only problem we had was the coffee maker was a little hard to figure out at 4:30 AM. I'd stay again.

Reviewed on Oct 20, 2025

Goleta Getaway by Avantstay Private Backyard, 1.5mi to the Beach!
3.0-star property

Goleta Getaway by Avantstay Private Backyard, 1.5mi to the Beach!

8/10 Very Good! (1 review)

Dec 15 - Dec 18

3 night stay

Oakland (OAK) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

Alaska Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $1,473, price is now $1,218 per person
$1,218
per person
found 1 day ago
The Winston Solvang
3.5-star property

The Winston Solvang

9.2/10 Wonderful! (525 reviews)

Dec 15 - Dec 18

3 night stay

Oakland (OAK) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

Alaska Airlines • Non-stop roundtrip • Coach
Price was $870, price is now $749 per person
$749
per person
found 1 day ago
Everything was lovely. My one complaint is there is no information in the room on how things work. I still don't know how to correctly operate the Nespresso. We didn't know you had to touch the key pad on the door to lock it. We thought it was automatic and left the room with the door unlocked, then accidentally figured out how to lock it. Could have used information on how to operate the heat/air. Also, there is a lobby with a refrigerator and you can take some but how does it work? Do you get charged? How much? We were not told there would be a farmer's market on the street and we would not be able to get our car out of the parking lot for 6 hours. There is no front desk but they are a call away and helped us when our TV remote didn't work. They're onsite (?) person came quickly and was great. We were afraid of breaking things because we didn't have information. Still, highly recommend the Winston.

Reviewed on Dec 7, 2023

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More About Flying To Santa Barbara from Oakland

Route Information for Flights from Oakland to Santa Barbara

Origin Airport IATA Code
SJC
Destination Airport IATA Code
SBA
Distance
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Latest Flight Arrival

Plan Your Trip from Oakland to Santa Barbara

Oakland Airport Information

If you are searching for cheap flights from Oakland, Orbitz.com can help. The Oakland International Airport provides air service to the Oakland area and is located on Airport Drive, about 10 miles from downtown Oakland. Several major airlines provide service to the airport, including Alaska, Allegiant, ArkeFly, Delta, Hawaiian, JetBlue, Sata, Southwest, Spirit, US Airways, and Volaris. Orbitz.com can compare the rates on most of these carriers, so you can choose the best bargain before you purchase your tickets.

Parking Options Located at the Airport

The airport has several parking lots for you to choose from. Long-term parking is $22 a day, Short-term rates are $2 for 30 minutes with a daily rate of $32, economy parking is $16 per day, and premier parking, located right near the terminal, is $3 every 30 minutes with a daily maximum of $36.

Transportation to the Airport

Transportation to and from the airport is provided by shuttles, limos, taxis, car rentals, and the BART. Taxi service from downtown Oakland to the airport will cost around $28. Car rentals are a convenient way of getting to the airport, and Orbitz.com can find you the best rates from among the several different carriers.

Restaurants Located at the Airport

Restaurants located in the airport include Mua, Caffee Trieste, Marica, The Grand Tavern, Toast, Café Dejena, Yayu Ethiopian, and 360 Degrees Gourmet Burritos. These restaurants provide a wide variety of snack, dining, and breakfast options for travelers. Orbitz.com can find deals on transportation to the airport and cheap flights from Oakland when you are planning your next vacation.

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.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Oakland to Santa Barbara?
Yes, you can jet from SFO to Santa Barbara Airport with United Airlines, the only carrier offering nonstop services on this route.
What is the shortest flight from Oakland to Santa Barbara?
The journey from Oakland to Santa Barbara can be as fast as 2 hours and 24 minutes. With a short and sweet flight time like this, why not take off on a spur-of-the-moment getaway?
What airlines fly from Oakland to Santa Barbara most frequently?
Book your Oakland to Santa Barbara trip with a United Airlines flight. With 121 every month, this airline operates the most flights between these two destinations.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won't keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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