How many flights depart from California to Santa Barbara on average per week?

As of September 2026, there are 151 flights per week flying from California to Santa Barbara. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 25% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Santa Barbara?

Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Santa Barbara

What airlines fly to Santa Barbara?

Frontier, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Santa Barbara from California according to our data. Frontier is the first choice among our users, with 30% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Santa Barbara. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Santa Barbara on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Santa Barbara?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in California you fly out of and what airport in Santa Barbara you fly into. For example, flying from San Diego to Los Angeles takes 1h 03m on average. On the other hand, flying from San Jose to Los Angeles takes 1h 19m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

How many flights depart from California to Santa Barbara on average per day?

21 flights are operational daily from California to Santa Barbara as of September 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 6:00PM, with 46% of flights per day taking off in the evening.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Santa Barbara Airport?

Prices for flights from California to Santa Barbara Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Santa Barbara Airport?

As of September 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Santa Barbara Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from California to Santa Barbara Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Santa Barbara Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Barbara Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Santa Barbara Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Santa Barbara Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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5:00 pm - 11:50 pmSMF Sacramento Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

6h 50m1 stop San Diego

6:00 am - 10:08 amSBA Santa Barbara-SMF Sacramento Intl

4h 08m1 stop San Diego

$99Alaska Airlines

Sat, Sep 26 - Mon, Sep 28

10:23 am - 2:47 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

4h 24m1 stop San Diego

6:00 am - 9:42 amSBA Santa Barbara-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

3h 42m1 stop San Diego

$100Alaska Airlines

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28

10:30 pm - 11:50 pmSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

1h 20mnonstop

2:22 pm - 3:24 pmSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

1h 02mnonstop

$109Alaska Airlines

Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5

3:55 pm - 5:10 pmOAK Oakland-SBA Santa Barbara

1h 15mnonstop

7:45 am - 8:55 amSBA Santa Barbara-OAK Oakland

1h 10mnonstop

$117Southwest

Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16

7:55 pm - 9:10 pmOAK Oakland-SBA Santa Barbara

1h 15mnonstop

6:35 am - 7:45 amSBA Santa Barbara-OAK Oakland

1h 10mnonstop

$117Southwest

Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28

4:15 pm - 5:20 pmSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

1h 05mnonstop

11:10 am - 12:05 pmSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

0h 55mnonstop

$117Southwest

Tue, Oct 6 - Thu, Oct 8

9:00 am - 1:58 pmLAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl-SBA Santa Barbara

4h 58m1 stop San Diego

2:35 pm - 6:19 pmSBA Santa Barbara-LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

3h 44m1 stop San Diego

$117Alaska Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9

4:01 pm - 7:59 pmSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

3h 58m1 stop San Francisco

6:20 am - 10:12 amSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

3h 52m1 stop San Francisco

$157United Airlines

Fri, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 15

5:00 pm - 9:56 pmSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

4h 56m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

2:29 pm - 8:08 pmSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

5h 39m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

$157United Airlines

Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19

4:45 pm - 10:03 pmSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

5h 18m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

6:20 am - 11:57 amSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

5h 37m1 stop San Francisco

$164United Airlines

Mon, Nov 23 - Fri, Nov 27

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1:30 pm - 2:47 pmSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

1h 17mnonstop

6:00 am - 7:05 amSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

1h 05mnonstop

$231Alaska Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

1:30 pm - 2:47 pmSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

1h 17mnonstop

3:26 pm - 4:30 pmSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

1h 04mnonstop

$231Alaska Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 21

10:55 am - 11:55 amSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

1h 00mnonstop

4:40 pm - 10:10 pmSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

5h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$241Southwest

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 21

4:10 pm - 5:05 pmSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

0h 55mnonstop

5:45 am - 10:35 amSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

4h 50m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$241Southwest

Tue, Sep 8 - Tue, Sep 15

10:55 am - 11:55 amSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

1h 00mnonstop

4:40 pm - 10:15 pmSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

5h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$246Southwest

Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 21

10:30 pm - 11:50 pmSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

1h 20mnonstop

3:26 pm - 4:30 pmSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

1h 04mnonstop

$261Alaska Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 12

1:30 pm - 2:47 pmSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

1h 17mnonstop

3:26 pm - 4:30 pmSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

1h 04mnonstop

$261Alaska Airlines

Fri, Sep 11 - Sat, Sep 12

5:00 pm - 7:42 pmSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

2h 42m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

2:30 pm - 5:26 pmSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

2h 56m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

$351United Airlines

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 9

7:15 am - 11:58 amSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

4h 43m1 stop San Francisco

4:06 pm - 8:45 pmSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

4h 39m1 stop San Francisco

$361United Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 6

5:00 pm - 9:56 pmSAN San Diego-SBA Santa Barbara

4h 56m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

2:30 pm - 8:02 pmSBA Santa Barbara-SAN San Diego

5h 32m1 stop Los Angeles Los Angeles

$361United Airlines

Sun, Sep 6 - Sun, Sep 13

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Sep 26

SMF5:00 pmSacramento Intl

6h 50m

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SBA11:50 pmSanta Barbara

Sep 28

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SMF10:08 amSacramento Intl

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Sep 24

LAS10:23 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

4h 24m

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Sep 28

SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara

3h 42m

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LAS9:42 amLas Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$100

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Oct 1

SAN10:30 pmSan Diego

1h 20m

SBA11:50 pmSanta Barbara

Oct 5

SBA2:22 pmSanta Barbara

1h 02m

SAN3:24 pmSan Diego

$109

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Oct 14

SFO9:30 pmSan Francisco

1h 21m

SBA10:51 pmSanta Barbara

Oct 16

SBA2:29 pmSanta Barbara

3h 13m

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SFO5:42 pmSan Francisco

$178

United Airlines

Oct 4

SFO10:35 amSan Francisco

1h 17m

SBA11:52 amSanta Barbara

Oct 8

SBA2:05 pmSanta Barbara

1h 14m

SFO3:19 pmSan Francisco

$182

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Sep 29

SFO10:35 amSan Francisco

1h 17m

SBA11:52 amSanta Barbara

Oct 1

SBA2:05 pmSanta Barbara

1h 14m

SFO3:19 pmSan Francisco

$187

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Mon 9/28

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Mon 9/28

6:00 am-9:42 am

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6:35 am-7:45 am

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Tue 10/6

4:15 pm-5:20 pm

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Thu 10/8

11:10 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

$117

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LAS Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - SBA Santa Barbara

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9:00 am-1:58 pm

1 stop4h 58m

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2:35 pm-6:19 pm

1 stop3h 44m

$117

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San Diego

Fri 11/13

4:01 pm-7:59 pm

1 stop3h 58m

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/15

6:20 am-10:12 am

1 stop3h 52m

$157

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SAN San Diego - SBA Santa Barbara

SANSBA

San Diego

Fri 10/16

5:00 pm-9:56 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/19

2:29 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop5h 39m

$157

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SAN San Diego - SBA Santa Barbara

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Mon 11/23

4:45 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop5h 18m

Santa Barbara

Fri 11/27

6:20 am-11:57 am

1 stop5h 37m

$164

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from California, with most prices found around $297. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of August, then departing from California during the month January is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $299.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Santa Barbara?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Santa Barbara is in the evening. momondo users have found flights departing from California to Santa Barbara in the evening for as low as $264. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $309 on average. Flights to Santa Barbara from California in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest California to Santa Barbara flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on California to Santa Barbara flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on California to Santa Barbara flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on California to Santa Barbara flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between California to Santa Barbara.

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Best Price Found	$59
Fastest flight time	0h 55m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Santa Barbara	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Santa Barbara from California in the past 72 hours is $59. The best round-trip flight deal from California to Santa Barbara found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $99.

The fastest flight from California to Santa Barbara takes 0h 55m

Direct flights go from California to Santa Barbara every day.

There is 1 airport in Santa Barbara. From California there are direct flights to Santa Barbara (SBA).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Santa Barbara Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Santa Barbara Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Santa Barbara Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Santa Barbara Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Santa Barbara Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Santa Barbara Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Barbara Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Santa Barbara Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Santa Barbara Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Santa Barbara?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Santa Barbara is Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (29.53% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (24.75%), Boeing 737 MAX 8 (13.36%), and Boeing 737-800 (10.54%).

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Southwest	PriceFrom $97	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,202 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $113	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 12,882 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
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