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United Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 11:42 pm
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SBA
2h 57m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:06 pm - 11:42 pm
SBA
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SAN
5h 36m1 stop
$174United Airlines
Mon, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 8
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11:05 am - 5:07 pm
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SBA
6h 02m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:23 am - 10:07 am
SBA
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SAN
3h 44m1 stop
$177United Airlines
Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Feb 22
United Airlines Logo
6:00 pm - 10:30 pm
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SBA
4h 30m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 10:27 am
SBA
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SAN
4h 07m1 stop
$231United Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Mon, Jan 19
United Airlines Logo
11:12 am - 4:25 pm
SAN
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SBA
5h 13m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:08 pm - 6:43 pm
SBA
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SAN
4h 35m1 stop
$232United Airlines
Thu, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 1
United Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 11:42 pm
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SBA
2h 57m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
12:59 pm - 8:42 pm
SBA
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SAN
7h 43m1 stop
$234United Airlines
Mon, Jan 5 - Mon, Jan 12
United Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 11:42 pm
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SBA
2h 57m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
2:08 pm - 6:43 pm
SBA
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SAN
4h 35m1 stop
$287United Airlines
Sun, Dec 21 - Thu, Dec 25
Southwest Logo
8:00 am - 1:50 pm
SAN
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SBA
5h 50m1 stop
Southwest Logo
3:25 pm - 11:10 pm
SBA
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SAN
7h 45m2 stops
$299Southwest
Fri, Feb 20 - Sun, Feb 22
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1:15 pm - 9:05 pm
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SBA
7h 50m2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:30 pm - 9:00 pm
SBA
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SAN
3h 30m1 stop
$324Southwest
Thu, Dec 25 - Thu, Jan 1
United Airlines Logo
8:45 pm - 11:42 pm
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SBA
2h 57m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
5:06 pm - 7:57 pm
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SAN
2h 51m1 stop
$333United Airlines
Fri, Dec 26 - Sun, Jan 4
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7:40 am - 11:59 am
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4h 19m1 stop
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7:30 am - 10:30 am
SBA
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SAN
3h 00m1 stop
$347United Airlines
Tue, Dec 23 - Sat, Dec 27

United Airlines flights from San Diego to Santa Barbara

Our best United Airlines deals on San Diego to Santa Barbara flight tickets
United Airlines
Jan 5
SAN8:45 pmSan Diego
2h 57m
1 stop
SBA11:42 pmSanta Barbara
Jan 8
SBA6:06 pmSanta Barbara
5h 36m
1 stop
SAN11:42 pmSan Diego
$174
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United Airlines
Feb 20
SAN11:05 amSan Diego
6h 02m
1 stop
SBA5:07 pmSanta Barbara
Feb 22
SBA6:23 amSanta Barbara
3h 44m
1 stop
SAN10:07 amSan Diego
$177
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United Airlines
Jan 17
SAN6:00 pmSan Diego
4h 30m
1 stop
SBA10:30 pmSanta Barbara
Jan 19
SBA6:20 amSanta Barbara
4h 07m
1 stop
SAN10:27 amSan Diego
$231
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Southwest flights from San Diego to Santa Barbara

Our best Southwest deals on San Diego to Santa Barbara flight tickets
Southwest
Feb 20
SAN8:00 amSan Diego
5h 50m
1 stop
SBA1:50 pmSanta Barbara
Feb 22
SBA3:25 pmSanta Barbara
7h 45m
2 stops
SAN11:10 pmSan Diego
$299
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Southwest
Dec 25
SAN1:15 pmSan Diego
7h 50m
2 stops
SBA9:05 pmSanta Barbara
Jan 1
SBA5:30 pmSanta Barbara
3h 30m
1 stop
SAN9:00 pmSan Diego
$324
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Southwest
Mar 13
SAN2:40 pmSan Diego
4h 20m
1 stop
SBA7:00 pmSanta Barbara
Mar 15
SBA5:20 amSanta Barbara
6h 40m
2 stops
SAN12:00 pmSan Diego
$351
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Santa Barbara that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated December 9, 2025.
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San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Mon 1/5

8:45 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop2h 57m

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/8

6:06 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$174

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Fri 2/20

11:05 am-5:07 pm

1 stop6h 02m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/22

6:23 am-10:07 am

1 stop3h 44m

$177

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Sat 1/17

6:00 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/19

6:20 am-10:27 am

1 stop4h 07m

$231

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Thu 12/25

11:12 am-4:25 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/1

2:08 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$232

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Mon 1/5

8:45 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop2h 57m

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/12

12:59 pm-8:42 pm

1 stop7h 43m

$234

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Sun 12/21

8:45 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop2h 57m

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/25

2:08 pm-6:43 pm

1 stop4h 35m

$287

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Fri 2/20

8:00 am-1:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/22

3:25 pm-11:10 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$299

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Thu 12/25

1:15 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/1

5:30 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop3h 30m

$324

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Fri 12/26

8:45 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop2h 57m

Santa Barbara

Sun 1/4

5:06 pm-7:57 pm

1 stop2h 51m

$333

San DiegoSanta Barbara

SAN - SBA

SANSBA

San Diego

Tue 12/23

7:40 am-11:59 am

1 stop4h 19m

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/27

7:30 am-10:30 am

1 stop3h 00m

$347

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Diego to Santa Barbara

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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 San Diego, with most prices found around $257. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of August, then departing from San Diego during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $266.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Santa Barbara is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $305. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from San Diego because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $489.

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 morning. momondo users have found flights departing from San Diego to Santa Barbara in the morning for as low as $385. 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 evening when prices are $479 on average. Flights to Santa Barbara from San Diego in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

How have San Diego to Santa Barbara flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for San Diego to Santa Barbara flights are approximately 24% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Diego to Santa Barbara

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Diego to Santa Barbara according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Diego to Santa Barbara (SAN to SBA) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Diego to Santa Barbara

Fastest flight time

2h 40m

Direct flights

Sat

Airports in Santa Barbara

1 airport
The fastest flight from San Diego to Santa Barbara takes 2h 40m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Santa Barbara on Saturday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near Santa Barbara: Santa Barbara (SBA)
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  • How far is San Diego to Santa Barbara by plane?

    Santa Barbara is 187.9 mi away from San Diego. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 2h 57m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Santa Barbara Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Santa Barbara Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Santa Barbara Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport 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 San Diego Airport 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 airline from San Diego to Santa Barbara?

Best airlines flying from San Diego to Santa Barbara

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Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
United AirlinesPriceFrom $246Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,089 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $330Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,252 reviews
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