Cheap flights from SAN to SBA (San Diego Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal)

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Cheap Flights from SAN to SBA starting at $164 One Way, $284 Round Trip

Prices starting at $284 for return flights and $164 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.

Sat, Jan 31 - Sat, Feb 7
SAN
San Diego
SBA
Santa Barbara
$284 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$284
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 31 from San Diego to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $284 found 6 days ago
Tue, Nov 18 - Tue, Dec 2
SAN
San Diego
SBA
Santa Barbara
$302 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$302
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from San Diego to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $302 found 9 hours ago
Wed, Nov 19 - Tue, Dec 2
SAN
San Diego
SBA
Santa Barbara
$307 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$307
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 19 from San Diego to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Dec 2, priced at $307 found 9 hours ago
Tue, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 3
SAN
San Diego
SBA
Santa Barbara
$312 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$312
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from San Diego to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Dec 3, priced at $312 found 9 hours ago
Tue, Nov 18 - Fri, Dec 5
SAN
San Diego
SBA
Santa Barbara
$316 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$316
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from San Diego to Santa Barbara, returning Fri, Dec 5, priced at $316 found 9 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near Santa Barbara Municipal

Airport Hotels near Santa Barbara Municipal

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2 out of 5
5897 Calle Real, Goleta, CA
$100 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
$114 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,173 reviews)
"Should be Motel 10. Very clean and comfortable. I’ll stay here again and again and again to be close to my daughter and family."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

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

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
6350 Hollister Avenue, Goleta, CA
$248 nightly
The price is $283 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$283 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star 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! (495 reviews)
"Breakfast"

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real, Goleta, CA
$179 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$204 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,021 reviews)
"The hotel was pleasantly and surprisingly quiet. Room was as advertised and the grounds were very nice. The breakfast offering was terrific! An actual hot breakfast! Very nice indoor and outdoor seating for breakfast.staff was pleasant and helpful. Definitely recommend!"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

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.

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
$719 nightly
The price is $809 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$809 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Our stay at Bacara was exceptional from start to finish. The personalized service stood out immediately, from the warm valet attendants who greeted us by name, to the seamless check in experience, and the turn down service every each night. Each interaction felt genuine without being over bearing. ..."

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real, Goleta, CA
$179 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$204 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,021 reviews)
"The hotel was pleasantly and surprisingly quiet. Room was as advertised and the grounds were very nice. The breakfast offering was terrific! An actual hot breakfast! Very nice indoor and outdoor seating for breakfast.staff was pleasant and helpful. Definitely recommend!"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

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
$100 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
$114 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,173 reviews)
"Should be Motel 10. Very clean and comfortable. I’ll stay here again and again and again to be close to my daughter and family."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

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.

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
$179 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$204 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,021 reviews)
"The hotel was pleasantly and surprisingly quiet. Room was as advertised and the grounds were very nice. The breakfast offering was terrific! An actual hot breakfast! Very nice indoor and outdoor seating for breakfast.staff was pleasant and helpful. Definitely recommend!"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
401 Storke Rd, Goleta, CA
$237 nightly
The price is $271 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$271 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (850 reviews)
"Very comfortable - location convenient - on property services excellent - lots of great spaces to "hang out" in."

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

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
$248 nightly
The price is $283 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$283 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 3-star 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! (495 reviews)
"Breakfast"

Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

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
$179 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$204 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,021 reviews)
"The hotel was pleasantly and surprisingly quiet. Room was as advertised and the grounds were very nice. The breakfast offering was terrific! An actual hot breakfast! Very nice indoor and outdoor seating for breakfast.staff was pleasant and helpful. Definitely recommend!"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

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
$100 nightly
The price is $114 total per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
$114 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
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. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,173 reviews)
"Should be Motel 10. Very clean and comfortable. I’ll stay here again and again and again to be close to my daughter and family."

Reviewed on Oct 12, 2025

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
$184 nightly
The price is $210 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$210 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (914 reviews)
"Staff was incredibly helpful and kind. Onsite restaurant and bar nice as well"

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

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
$179 nightly
The price is $204 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$204 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,021 reviews)
"The hotel was pleasantly and surprisingly quiet. Room was as advertised and the grounds were very nice. The breakfast offering was terrific! An actual hot breakfast! Very nice indoor and outdoor seating for breakfast.staff was pleasant and helpful. Definitely recommend!"

Reviewed on Oct 13, 2025

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
$184 nightly
The price is $210 total per night from Nov 16 to Nov 17
$210 total
Nov 16 - Nov 17
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (914 reviews)
"Staff was incredibly helpful and kind. Onsite restaurant and bar nice as well"

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

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
$719 nightly
The price is $809 total per night from Oct 19 to Oct 20
$809 total
Oct 19 - Oct 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this 5-star 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Our stay at Bacara was exceptional from start to finish. The personalized service stood out immediately, from the warm valet attendants who greeted us by name, to the seamless check in experience, and the turn down service every each night. Each interaction felt genuine without being over bearing. ..."

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

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.

SAN to SBA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SAN Address & GPS
Address:
Airport Drive
San Diego CA, 92101
United States
IATA Code:
SAN
Longitude:
-117.197312
Latitude:
32.731938
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles
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 SAN to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
As you can't fly nonstop from San Diego Airport to SBA at this point in time, a flight with just one stopover is your best bet. Southwest Airlines, United Airlines and American Airlines are all reliable airlines that operate on this route.
What is the shortest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Airport?
The fastest flight from San Diego Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) is 4 hours and 18 minutes. Pack a few things in your carry-on to keep you occupied, like a gripping read or a crossword puzzle.
How many hours flight from SAN to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
The journey from SAN to SBA takes an average of 4 hours and 22 minutes. A few good movies, some podcasts and a nice snooze will make the time fly.
What airlines have the most flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
For now, there are no airlines that offer direct flights from SAN to Santa Barbara Airport. But never fear. There will be plenty of single or multi-stop options available.

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