Cheap flights from STL to SBA (Lambert-St. Louis Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal)

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Cheap Flights from STL to SBA starting at $175 One Way, $487 Round Trip

Prices starting at $487 for return flights and $175 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, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
STL
St. Louis
SBA
Santa Barbara
$487 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$487
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 10 from St. Louis to Santa Barbara, returning Mon, Sep 14, priced at $487 found 2 days ago
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
STL
St. Louis
SBA
Santa Barbara
$487 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$487
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 10 from St. Louis to Santa Barbara, returning Mon, Sep 14, priced at $487 found 2 days ago
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
STL
St. Louis
SBA
Santa Barbara
$487 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$487
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Sep 10 from St. Louis to Santa Barbara, returning Mon, Sep 14, priced at $487 found 2 days ago
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
STL
St. Louis
SBA
Santa Barbara
$487 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$487
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 10 from St. Louis to Santa Barbara, returning Mon, Sep 14, priced at $487 found 2 days ago
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
STL
St. Louis
SBA
Santa Barbara
$491 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$491
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 10 from St. Louis to Santa Barbara, returning Mon, Sep 14, priced at $491 found 2 days 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
$310 nightly
The price is $353 total per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
$353 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
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! (546 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 8, 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
$212 nightly
The price is $243 total per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
$243 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
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! (1,018 reviews)
"Expected more out this hotel, especially for the price. The bedding was still partially wet, unable to reach hotel staff to remedy as we arrived late. Unable to utilize heater to make up for the wet down comforter due to smell. Thankful there was a spare blanket in the closet."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 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
$128 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$145 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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! (1,213 reviews)
"I have never had a bad experience like this. When we arrived we had to check in on a webcam/computer with someone remote. Then I went to the room. The entire outside of the hotel smelled like stale beer as we went to open the door. Then we went into our room. It was dirty and the beds were not properly ..."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 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
$822 nightly
The price is $941 total per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
$941 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort 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! (1,005 reviews)
"Nice relaxed stay"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 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
$212 nightly
The price is $243 total per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
$243 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
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! (1,018 reviews)
"Expected more out this hotel, especially for the price. The bedding was still partially wet, unable to reach hotel staff to remedy as we arrived late. Unable to utilize heater to make up for the wet down comforter due to smell. Thankful there was a spare blanket in the closet."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 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
$215 nightly
The price is $246 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$246 total
Aug 2 - Aug 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Convenient location and the staff very attentive."

Reviewed on Jul 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
$215 nightly
The price is $246 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$246 total
Aug 2 - Aug 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Convenient location and the staff very attentive."

Reviewed on Jul 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 Jul 19 to Jul 20
$324 total
Jul 19 - Jul 20
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! (906 reviews)
"Amazing stay for our first time in Goleta. Will definitely be back!"

Reviewed on Jul 3, 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
$310 nightly
The price is $353 total per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
$353 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
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! (546 reviews)
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Reviewed on Jul 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
$215 nightly
The price is $246 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$246 total
Aug 2 - Aug 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Convenient location and the staff very attentive."

Reviewed on Jul 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
$128 nightly
The price is $145 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$145 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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! (1,213 reviews)
"I have never had a bad experience like this. When we arrived we had to check in on a webcam/computer with someone remote. Then I went to the room. The entire outside of the hotel smelled like stale beer as we went to open the door. Then we went into our room. It was dirty and the beds were not properly ..."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 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
$212 nightly
The price is $243 total per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
$243 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
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! (1,018 reviews)
"Expected more out this hotel, especially for the price. The bedding was still partially wet, unable to reach hotel staff to remedy as we arrived late. Unable to utilize heater to make up for the wet down comforter due to smell. Thankful there was a spare blanket in the closet."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 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
$215 nightly
The price is $246 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$246 total
Aug 2 - Aug 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 ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Convenient location and the staff very attentive."

Reviewed on Jul 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
$212 nightly
The price is $243 total per night from Jul 9 to Jul 10
$243 total
Jul 9 - Jul 10
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! (1,018 reviews)
"Expected more out this hotel, especially for the price. The bedding was still partially wet, unable to reach hotel staff to remedy as we arrived late. Unable to utilize heater to make up for the wet down comforter due to smell. Thankful there was a spare blanket in the closet."

Reviewed on Jul 7, 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
$822 nightly
The price is $941 total per night from Aug 6 to Aug 7
$941 total
Aug 6 - Aug 7
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort 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! (1,005 reviews)
"Nice relaxed stay"

Reviewed on Jul 5, 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.

STL to SBA Route Info

Origin Airport
Destination Airport
Number Of Airlines Serving
Distance
Shortest Flight Departure Time
Shortest Flight Departure Date
STL Address & GPS
Address:
10701 Lambert International Blvd.
Saint Louis MO, 63145
United States
IATA Code:
STL
Longitude:
-90.379002
Latitude:
38.748707
Time Zone:
America/Chicago
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 Lambert Field to SBA?
Unfortunately, direct flights aren't an option when traveling from Lambert-St. Louis Intl. Airport (STL) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). However, there are a number of companies that service this route with only a single stopover, including American Airlines, Delta Air Lines and United Airlines.
What is the shortest flight from St. Louis Lambert International Airport to Santa Barbara Airport?
Order a glass of red and get comfortable in your seat with an absorbing novel or movie. With the trip from St. Louis Lambert International Airport to Santa Barbara Airport taking 5 hours and 46 minutes, you'll have plenty of time to kick back and enjoy the ride.
How many hours flight from STL to SBA?
It takes an average of 5 hours and 50 minutes to go from STL to SBA. Breeze through this medium-haul journey by watching some films or listening to audiobooks. Alternatively, use the time to catch up on some sleep.
What airlines have the most flights from St. Louis Lambert International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
You'll need to make at least one stopover if you're traveling from St. Louis to Santa Barbara. Unfortunately, there are no airlines that offer nonstop flights on this route.

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