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 $50 One Way, $99 Round Trip

Prices starting at $99 for return flights and $50 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.

Tue, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 13
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$99 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$99
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $99 found 3 days ago
Tue, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 13
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$126 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$126
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $126 found 3 days ago
Sat, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 11
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$134 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$134
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $134 found 2 days ago
Tue, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 13
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$139 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Nov 11 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $139 found 3 days ago
Sat, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 11
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$144 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$144
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $144 found 2 days 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! (1,174 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
$186 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$213 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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! (1,027 reviews)
"Door in room was very drafty"

Reviewed on Oct 17, 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 20 to Oct 21
$809 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
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
$186 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$213 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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! (1,027 reviews)
"Door in room was very drafty"

Reviewed on Oct 17, 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! (1,174 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
$186 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$213 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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! (1,027 reviews)
"Door in room was very drafty"

Reviewed on Oct 17, 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
$186 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$213 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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! (1,027 reviews)
"Door in room was very drafty"

Reviewed on Oct 17, 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! (1,174 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! (917 reviews)
"Cute property. Room was cute but a little old feeling and poor lighting. Nice outdoor patio. Service for bfast was kind but very slow and we were in a hurry. Food was decent."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 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
$186 nightly
The price is $213 total per night from Nov 2 to Nov 3
$213 total
Nov 2 - Nov 3
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! (1,027 reviews)
"Door in room was very drafty"

Reviewed on Oct 17, 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! (917 reviews)
"Cute property. Room was cute but a little old feeling and poor lighting. Nice outdoor patio. Service for bfast was kind but very slow and we were in a hurry. Food was decent."

Reviewed on Oct 17, 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 20 to Oct 21
$809 total
Oct 20 - Oct 21
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.

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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