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 $126 One Way, $247 Round Trip

Prices starting at $247 for return flights and $126 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.

Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$247 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$247
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Aug 26, priced at $247 found 6 days ago
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$251 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$251
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Aug 26, priced at $251 found 6 days ago
Tue, Jul 7 - Tue, Jul 21
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$253 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 7 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Tue, Jul 21, priced at $253 found 6 days ago
Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 5
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$255 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$255
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 4 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Aug 5, priced at $255 found 6 days ago
Thu, Aug 20 - Wed, Aug 26
SFO
San Francisco
SBA
Santa Barbara
$256 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 20 from San Francisco to Santa Barbara, returning Wed, Aug 26, priced at $256 found 6 days ago

Hotel Ideas near Santa Barbara Municipal

Airport Hotels near Santa Barbara Municipal

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
$229 nightly
The price is $262 total per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
$262 total
Jun 15 - Jun 16
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Clean rooms, good location, very friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

The Leta Santa Barbara Goleta, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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 Jun 21 to Jun 22
$336 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
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! (531 reviews)
"Guest service was great. Shout out to the guy at check in. Did not get his name but he was so nice and helpful. I was nervous we wouldn’t like this place because I thought I booked a one bedroom but it was just a studio. Still felt so nice and enjoyed our time there. Check out was 12 and that’s a ..."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Residence Inn by Marriott Santa Barbara Goleta
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
4770 Calle Real Santa Barbara CA
$189 nightly
The price is $220 total per night from Jun 24 to Jun 25
$220 total
Jun 24 - Jun 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,180 reviews)
"Clean room, and comfortable beds. The property is very nice and staff are kind and friendly. Definitely would stay here again!"

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2026

Ramada by Wyndham 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 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
$229 nightly
The price is $262 total per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
$262 total
Jun 15 - Jun 16
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Clean rooms, good location, very friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 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
$811 nightly
The price is $928 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$928 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on Jun 4, 2026

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
$183 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$209 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Property was immaculate and clean! Unfortunately hot tub which was a huge influence for booking our stay here was down during our stay."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 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
$183 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$209 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Property was immaculate and clean! Unfortunately hot tub which was a huge influence for booking our stay here was down during our stay."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 2026

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
401 Storke Rd Goleta CA
$284 nightly
The price is $324 total per night from Jun 28 to Jun 29
$324 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 fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (897 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 Jun 21 to Jun 22
$336 total
Jun 21 - Jun 22
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! (531 reviews)
"Guest service was great. Shout out to the guy at check in. Did not get his name but he was so nice and helpful. I was nervous we wouldn’t like this place because I thought I booked a one bedroom but it was just a studio. Still felt so nice and enjoyed our time there. Check out was 12 and that’s a ..."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 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
$183 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$209 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Property was immaculate and clean! Unfortunately hot tub which was a huge influence for booking our stay here was down during our stay."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 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
$103 nightly
The price is $117 total per night from Jun 16 to Jun 17
$117 total
Jun 16 - Jun 17
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)
"The remote kiosk check in experience was terrible. There were bugs in the bathroom and 1 crawling on the bed. The towell shelf was pretty dusty- really disappointing for the price."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 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
$229 nightly
The price is $262 total per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
$262 total
Jun 15 - Jun 16
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Clean rooms, good location, very friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 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
$183 nightly
The price is $209 total per night from Jun 9 to Jun 10
$209 total
Jun 9 - Jun 10
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Property was immaculate and clean! Unfortunately hot tub which was a huge influence for booking our stay here was down during our stay."

Reviewed on Jun 7, 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
$229 nightly
The price is $262 total per night from Jun 15 to Jun 16
$262 total
Jun 15 - Jun 16
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! (1,009 reviews)
"Clean rooms, good location, very friendly staff."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 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
$811 nightly
The price is $928 total per night from Jul 7 to Jul 8
$928 total
Jul 7 - Jul 8
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on Jun 4, 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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