Cheap flights from SBA to SFO (Santa Barbara Municipal to San Francisco Intl.)

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Cheap Flights from SBA to SFO starting at $102 One Way, $117 Round Trip

Prices starting at $117 for return flights and $102 for one-way flights to San Francisco Intl. 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, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$117 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$117
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $117 found 4 hours ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$151 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $151 found 4 hours ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$156 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$156
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $156 found 4 hours ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$179 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $179 found 4 hours ago
Mon, Nov 16 - Wed, Nov 18
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$184 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$184
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Nov 16 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $184 found 4 hours ago

Hotel Ideas near San Francisco Intl.

Airport Hotels near San Francisco Intl.

Grand Hyatt at SFO

Grand Hyatt at SFO

4 out of 5
55 S McDonnell Rd San Francisco CA
$289 nightly
The price is $323 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$323 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (1,754 reviews)
"Very expensive 1 night stay - for the price I paid I was expecting a first class experience. The room was a disappointment and didn’t feel like a ‘special’ experience."

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

Grand Hyatt at SFO
The Westin San Francisco Airport

The Westin San Francisco Airport

4 out of 5
1 Old Bayshore Hwy Millbrae CA
$134 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$155 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
The Westin San Francisco Airport
The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel

3 out of 5
1375 El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$142 nightly
The price is $163 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$163 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
The Millwood - A Boutique Hotel
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 San Francisco

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1500 Van Ness Ave San Francisco CA
$119 nightly
The price is $140 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$140 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the pool ...
Holiday Inn Golden Gateway by IHG
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf

4 out of 5
2500 Mason St San Francisco CA
$135 nightly
The price is $159 total per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
$159 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
Hotel Riu Plaza Fisherman's Wharf
Hilton San Francisco Union Square

Hilton San Francisco Union Square

4 out of 5
333 O'Farrell St. San Francisco CA
$151 nightly
The price is $178 total per night from Nov 22 to Nov 23
$178 total
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour health club. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hilton San Francisco Union Square
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 Francisco Hotels With Airport Transportation

The Dylan at SFO

The Dylan at SFO

3 out of 5
110 S El Camino Real Millbrae CA
$121 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Oct 30 to Oct 31
$144 total
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,901 reviews)
"Greta little Boutique place to stay by the airport!"

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2026

The Dylan at SFO
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$120 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
$138 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,077 reviews)
"Great location close to rental car center. Comfortable mattress. Room had some dings and dongs that needed minor repairs, which pulled down the experience"

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

Hotel Skye SFO
Sfo El Rancho Inn

Sfo El Rancho Inn

3 out of 5
1100 El Camino Real Millbrae CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Millbrae. Enjoy free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,695 reviews)
"Customer service was great"

Reviewed on Aug 1, 2026

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Sfo El Rancho 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.

Low Priced San Francisco Hotels

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North

2 out of 5
326 S Airport Blvd South San Francisco CA
$79 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Nov 20 to Nov 21
$93 total
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a free airport shuttle, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean ...
6/10 (4,240 reviews)
"Nothing. I will not recommend this property. It’s a trash"

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

Travelodge by Wyndham San Francisco Airport North
Hotel North Beach

Hotel North Beach

2 out of 5
935 Kearny Street San Francisco CA
$69 nightly
The price is $81 total per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
$81 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Clean room"

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

Hotel North Beach
Hotel Skye SFO

Hotel Skye SFO

3 out of 5
421 El Camino Real San Bruno CA
$120 nightly
The price is $138 total per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
$138 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in San Bruno. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,077 reviews)
"Great location close to rental car center. Comfortable mattress. Room had some dings and dongs that needed minor repairs, which pulled down the experience"

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

Hotel Skye SFO
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 San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

Hotel Zephyr San Francisco

4 out of 5
250 Beach Street San Francisco CA
$134 nightly
The price is $158 total per night from Nov 24 to Nov 25
$158 total
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this boutique hotel in San Francisco. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Hotel Zephyr San Francisco
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront

3.5 out of 5
150 Anza Blvd Burlingame CA
$147 nightly
The price is $167 total per night from Nov 8 to Nov 9
$167 total
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Burlingame. Enjoy free breakfast, WiFi (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,506 reviews)
"Ate at the in-house restaurant had Isabel for our server she was amazing and the food was great. Overall a great experience"

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Waterfront
Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point

3.5 out of 5
250 Gateway Blvd South San Francisco CA
$147 nightly
The price is $172 total per night from Oct 31 to Nov 1
$172 total
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in South San Francisco. Enjoy free breakfast, a free airport shuttle, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,819 reviews)
"Excellent hotel, very clean, comfortable and great amenities."

Reviewed on Oct 24, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton San Francisco Airport Oyster Point
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.

SBA to SFO Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
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
SFO Address & GPS
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA Code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
Time Zone:
America/Los_Angeles

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Santa Barbara Airport to SFO?
Whether you're embarking on an amazing world adventure or traveling for work, a direct flight is the way to go. With United Airlines you can fly from SBA to SFO in one easy journey.
What is the shortest flight from Santa Barbara Airport to San Francisco Airport?
Treat yourself to a glass of vino and get comfortable in your seat with an interesting book or movie. With the trip from Santa Barbara to San Francisco taking 4 hours and 54 minutes, there's plenty of time to relax and enjoy the ride.
How many hours flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Airport?
It takes an average of just 5 hours to jet from SBA to San Francisco Airport. With such a short amount of time in the sky, you'll have to save that binge-watching session for the hotel room.
What airlines have the most flights from Santa Barbara Airport to San Francisco Airport?
If you're aiming for a hassle-free journey, consider taking off with United Airlines. This air carrier has 69 flights per month from Santa Barbara Airport to San Francisco Airport and is one of the top airlines operating on this route.

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