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 $237 One Way, $467 Round Trip

Prices starting at $467 for return flights and $237 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.

Sun, Aug 23 - Fri, Aug 28
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$467 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$467
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 23 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Aug 28, priced at $467 found 6 days ago
Sun, Aug 23 - Fri, Aug 28
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$467 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$467
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 23 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Aug 28, priced at $467 found 6 days ago
Sun, Aug 23 - Fri, Aug 28
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$472 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$472
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Aug 23 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Aug 28, priced at $472 found 6 days ago
Sun, Aug 23 - Fri, Aug 28
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$489 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$489
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sun, Aug 23 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Aug 28, priced at $489 found 6 days ago
Sun, Aug 23 - Fri, Aug 28
BUF
Buffalo
SBA
Santa Barbara
$506 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$506
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sun, Aug 23 from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Aug 28, priced at $506 found 6 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Santa Barbara Municipal

Airport Hotels near Santa Barbara Municipal

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
6350 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$295 nightly
The price is $336 total per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
$336 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
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! (539 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 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
$123 nightly
The price is $140 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$140 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
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! (1,215 reviews)
"Entering the room at Motel 6 was like going back in time to the early 90s. I don't think that they put any money into this cash cow. Old, clunky, smelly, and definitely not worth the price."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 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 Jun 28 to Jun 29
$223 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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! (1,016 reviews)
"Very clean, friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 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.

Hotels In Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$770 nightly
The price is $881 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$881 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was good"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, 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 Jun 28 to Jun 29
$223 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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! (1,016 reviews)
"Very clean, friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 2026

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

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real Goleta CA
$212 nightly
The price is $242 total per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
$242 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
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)
"I had a great stay at this Best Western Plus South Coast Inn. The room was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. I especially appreciated the on-site EV charging, which made traveling much more convenient. The gym was well-equipped, and the breakfast offered a great variety of options to start the ..."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

Best Western Plus South Coast 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.

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
$212 nightly
The price is $242 total per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
$242 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
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)
"I had a great stay at this Best Western Plus South Coast Inn. The room was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. I especially appreciated the on-site EV charging, which made traveling much more convenient. The gym was well-equipped, and the breakfast offered a great variety of options to start the ..."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 2026

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
401 Storke Rd Goleta CA
$275 nightly
The price is $314 total per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
$314 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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! (902 reviews)
"Everything was great. Nice and clean. Definitely recommend"

Reviewed on May 29, 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
$295 nightly
The price is $336 total per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
$336 total
Jul 2 - Jul 3
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! (539 reviews)
"Nice"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 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
$212 nightly
The price is $242 total per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
$242 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
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)
"I had a great stay at this Best Western Plus South Coast Inn. The room was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. I especially appreciated the on-site EV charging, which made traveling much more convenient. The gym was well-equipped, and the breakfast offered a great variety of options to start the ..."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 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
$123 nightly
The price is $140 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$140 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
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! (1,215 reviews)
"Entering the room at Motel 6 was like going back in time to the early 90s. I don't think that they put any money into this cash cow. Old, clunky, smelly, and definitely not worth the price."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 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 Jun 28 to Jun 29
$223 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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! (1,016 reviews)
"Very clean, friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 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
$212 nightly
The price is $242 total per night from Jul 1 to Jul 2
$242 total
Jul 1 - Jul 2
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)
"I had a great stay at this Best Western Plus South Coast Inn. The room was clean, spacious, and very comfortable. I especially appreciated the on-site EV charging, which made traveling much more convenient. The gym was well-equipped, and the breakfast offered a great variety of options to start the ..."

Reviewed on Jun 25, 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 Jun 28 to Jun 29
$223 total
Jun 28 - Jun 29
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! (1,016 reviews)
"Very clean, friendly staff"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 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
$770 nightly
The price is $881 total per night from Jul 26 to Jul 27
$881 total
Jul 26 - Jul 27
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was good"

Reviewed on Jun 24, 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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