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 $203 One Way, $430 Round Trip

Prices starting at $430 for return flights and $203 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
$430 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$430
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $430 found 4 days ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 2
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$435 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$435
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $435 found 4 days ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 2
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$439 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$439
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $439 found 4 days ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 2
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$441 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$441
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $441 found 4 days ago
Mon, Aug 24 - Wed, Sep 2
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$444 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$444
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Aug 24 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Sep 2, priced at $444 found 4 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
$188 nightly
The price is $215 total per night from May 13 to May 14
$215 total
May 13 - May 14
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! (1,006 reviews)
Clean and comfortable

Reviewed on May 3, 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 10 to May 11
$291 total
May 10 - May 11
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! (525 reviews)
I didn’t get breakfast

Reviewed on May 1, 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! (1,210 reviews)
Close to the airport and walking distance to multiple eateries

Reviewed on May 2, 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
$188 nightly
The price is $215 total per night from May 13 to May 14
$215 total
May 13 - May 14
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! (1,006 reviews)
Clean and comfortable

Reviewed on May 3, 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
$729 nightly
The price is $820 total per night from May 20 to May 21
$820 total
May 20 - May 21
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)
Property was pristine. Staff was so efficient and pleasant and helped with everyone of our needs.

Reviewed on Apr 26, 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 10 to May 11
$232 total
May 10 - May 11
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! (1,000 reviews)
Mostly clean room. Some stains on the furniture. Not a huge deal. The worst part was the bed. It was like sleeping on a rock. For $350 a night I expected to at least sleep through the night. Instead I woke up multiple times in pain. Also it's ridiculous they charge $15 a night for parking. They want ...

Reviewed on Apr 28, 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
$182 nightly
The price is $208 total per night from May 14 to May 15
$208 total
May 14 - May 15
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)
Clean room. Friendly and helpful staff. The pancake machine could be improved. Off a main road and close to freeway but rooms were quiet. Has Laundry facility

Reviewed on Apr 30, 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 10 to May 11
$262 total
May 10 - May 11
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! (891 reviews)
We had a great stay at Courtyard by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta. Although our one-night stay was short, it was overall a great experience. The property was clean, well-maintained, and had a really comfortable and welcoming atmosphere from the moment we checked in. The staff was friendly, professional, ...

Reviewed on May 4, 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 10 to May 11
$291 total
May 10 - May 11
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! (525 reviews)
I didn’t get breakfast

Reviewed on May 1, 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
$182 nightly
The price is $208 total per night from May 14 to May 15
$208 total
May 14 - May 15
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)
Clean room. Friendly and helpful staff. The pancake machine could be improved. Off a main road and close to freeway but rooms were quiet. Has Laundry facility

Reviewed on Apr 30, 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! (1,210 reviews)
Close to the airport and walking distance to multiple eateries

Reviewed on May 2, 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
$188 nightly
The price is $215 total per night from May 13 to May 14
$215 total
May 13 - May 14
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! (1,006 reviews)
Clean and comfortable

Reviewed on May 3, 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
$182 nightly
The price is $208 total per night from May 14 to May 15
$208 total
May 14 - May 15
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)
Clean room. Friendly and helpful staff. The pancake machine could be improved. Off a main road and close to freeway but rooms were quiet. Has Laundry facility

Reviewed on Apr 30, 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
$188 nightly
The price is $215 total per night from May 13 to May 14
$215 total
May 13 - May 14
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! (1,006 reviews)
Clean and comfortable

Reviewed on May 3, 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
$729 nightly
The price is $820 total per night from May 20 to May 21
$820 total
May 20 - May 21
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)
Property was pristine. Staff was so efficient and pleasant and helped with everyone of our needs.

Reviewed on Apr 26, 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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