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

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Cheap Flights from SFO to SBA starting at $92 One Way, $196 Round Trip

Prices starting at $196 for return flights and $92 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.

Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$196 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$196
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Apr 15 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Apr 18, priced at $196 found 1 day ago
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$206 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$206
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Apr 15 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Apr 18, priced at $206 found 1 day ago
Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$208 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$208
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Apr 15 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Apr 18, priced at $208 found 1 day ago
Thu, Apr 16 - Sat, Apr 18
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$212 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$212
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Thu, Apr 16 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Sat, Apr 18, priced at $212 found 2 days ago
Wed, Apr 22 - Thu, Apr 30
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$216 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$216
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Apr 22 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Thu, Apr 30, priced at $216 found 13 hours 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
$247 nightly
The price is $281 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$281 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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! (518 reviews)
Comfortable and nice rooms.

Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
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
$180 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$202 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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! (1,004 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on Mar 17, 2026

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

Motel 6 Goleta, CA - Santa Barbara

2 out of 5
5897 Calle Real Goleta CA
$82 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$93 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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)
Overall 4.8 stars. The minor deductions are for noise. The room (110), A/C unit is a little noisy. The bathroom fan is louder than a home fan. Neither of these kept us awake or from enjoying our stay. The young lady on the evening shift (9pm) was super nice and helpful when we checked in. Room was ...

Reviewed on Mar 18, 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 Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$683 nightly
The price is $766 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$766 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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! (1,000 reviews)
no beach chairs or umbrellas

Reviewed on Mar 9, 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
$180 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$202 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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! (1,004 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on Mar 17, 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
$169 nightly
The price is $193 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$193 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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! (1,004 reviews)
Modern rooms with easy to clean flooring. Open concept lobby with reception, bar lounge and breakfast counter all in the same space

Reviewed on Mar 21, 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
$169 nightly
The price is $193 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$193 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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! (1,004 reviews)
Modern rooms with easy to clean flooring. Open concept lobby with reception, bar lounge and breakfast counter all in the same space

Reviewed on Mar 21, 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 Mar 29 to Mar 30
$262 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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! (881 reviews)
I was only here for one night but it was very clean and comfortable. I did not eat there so cannot comment. I liked that it was very quiet.

Reviewed on Mar 21, 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
$247 nightly
The price is $281 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$281 total
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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! (518 reviews)
Comfortable and nice rooms.

Reviewed on Mar 21, 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
$169 nightly
The price is $193 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$193 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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! (1,004 reviews)
Modern rooms with easy to clean flooring. Open concept lobby with reception, bar lounge and breakfast counter all in the same space

Reviewed on Mar 21, 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
$82 nightly
The price is $93 total per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
$93 total
Mar 22 - Mar 23
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)
Overall 4.8 stars. The minor deductions are for noise. The room (110), A/C unit is a little noisy. The bathroom fan is louder than a home fan. Neither of these kept us awake or from enjoying our stay. The young lady on the evening shift (9pm) was super nice and helpful when we checked in. Room was ...

Reviewed on Mar 18, 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
$180 nightly
The price is $202 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$202 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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! (1,004 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on Mar 17, 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
The price is $183 total per night from Mar 26 to Mar 27
$183 total
per night
Mar 26 - Mar 27
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! (1,004 reviews)
Modern rooms with easy to clean flooring. Open concept lobby with reception, bar lounge and breakfast counter all in the same space

Reviewed on Mar 21, 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
The price is $202 total per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
$202 total
per night
Mar 29 - Mar 30
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! (1,004 reviews)
Very good

Reviewed on Mar 17, 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
The price is $766 total per night from Apr 19 to Apr 20
$766 total
per night
Apr 19 - Apr 20
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! (1,000 reviews)
no beach chairs or umbrellas

Reviewed on Mar 9, 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.

SFO to SBA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
SFO Address & GPS
Address:
San Francisco CA, 94128
United States
IATA Code:
SFO
Longitude:
-122.389881
Latitude:
37.615215
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 Francisco Airport to SBA?
Before you hop on your flight at SFO, remember to pack loads of snacks in your hand luggage. United Airlines flies straight to SBA, so you won't get the chance to top up your supplies en route.
What is the shortest flight from San Francisco Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
The fastest flight from San Francisco Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) is 4 hours and 50 minutes. Slip a few things into your carry-on to stop you from getting bored, like that new best-seller or your travel journal.
How many hours flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Airport?
Don't get too comfy — the typical flight time from SFO to Santa Barbara Airport is an easy 4 hours and 54 minutes.
What airlines have the most flights from San Francisco Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Are you ready to book your San Francisco to Santa Barbara airfare? United Airlines should be your first choice. With 69 flights every month to choose from on this route, they've got the ticket to your next grand adventure.

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