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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to California from $49

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Santa Barbara to California departing on 10/22. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Southwest Logo
12:30 pm - 1:25 pm
SBA
-
SAN
0h 55mnonstop
Southwest Logo
10:55 am - 11:55 am
SAN
-
SBA
1h 00mnonstop
$97Southwest
Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17
Southwest Logo
12:30 pm - 1:25 pm
SBA
-
SAN
0h 55mnonstop
Southwest Logo
10:55 am - 11:55 am
SAN
-
SBA
1h 00mnonstop
$97Southwest
Thu, Aug 27 - Mon, Aug 31
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:38 pm - 3:43 pm
SBA
-
SAN
1h 05mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 11:43 pm
SAN
-
SBA
1h 13mnonstop
$97Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 14
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:42 pm - 2:47 pm
SBA
-
SAN
1h 05mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 2:47 pm
SAN
-
SBA
1h 17mnonstop
$97Alaska Airlines
Mon, Aug 17 - Thu, Aug 20
Southwest Logo
12:30 pm - 1:25 pm
SBA
-
SAN
0h 55mnonstop
Southwest Logo
2:50 pm - 3:45 pm
SAN
-
SBA
0h 55mnonstop
$97Southwest
Thu, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 22
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:26 pm - 4:30 pm
SBA
-
SAN
1h 04mnonstop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:30 pm - 11:50 pm
SAN
-
SBA
1h 20mnonstop
$97Alaska Airlines
Mon, Aug 31 - Wed, Sep 2
United Airlines Logo
2:01 pm - 3:14 pm
SBA
-
SFO
1h 13mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:24 pm - 10:45 pm
SFO
-
SBA
1h 21mnonstop
$117United Airlines
Sat, Aug 15 - Thu, Aug 20
United Airlines Logo
2:05 pm - 3:19 pm
SBA
-
SFO
1h 14mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
9:30 pm - 10:51 pm
SFO
-
SBA
1h 21mnonstop
$117United Airlines
Thu, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 28
Delta Logo
4:52 pm - 11:49 pm
SBA
-
RNO
6h 57m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 11:53 am
RNO
-
SBA
5h 53m
1 stop
$247Delta
Fri, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 11
American Airlines Logo
12:15 pm - 6:40 pm
SBA
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LAS
6h 25m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
12:33 pm - 6:03 pm
LAS
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SBA
5h 30m
1 stop
$387American Airlines
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10

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United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to California

Our best United Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to California flight tickets
United Airlines
Aug 15
SBA9:35 amSanta Barbara
1h 14m
SFO10:49 amSan Francisco
Aug 17
SFO6:50 pmSan Francisco
1h 21m
SBA8:11 pmSanta Barbara
$117
United Airlines
Aug 15
SBA2:01 pmSanta Barbara
1h 13m
SFO3:14 pmSan Francisco
Aug 20
SFO9:24 pmSan Francisco
1h 21m
SBA10:45 pmSanta Barbara
$137
United Airlines
Aug 15
SBA6:00 amSanta Barbara
1h 14m
SFO7:14 amSan Francisco
Aug 20
SFO10:25 amSan Francisco
3h 19m
1 stop
SBA1:44 pmSanta Barbara
$147

Southwest flights from Santa Barbara to California

Our best Southwest deals on Santa Barbara to California flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 19
SBA10:55 amSanta Barbara
0h 50m
SAN11:45 amSan Diego
Aug 26
SAN4:10 pmSan Diego
0h 55m
SBA5:05 pmSanta Barbara
$97
Southwest
Aug 19
SBA10:55 amSanta Barbara
0h 50m
SAN11:45 amSan Diego
Aug 26
SAN8:05 amSan Diego
4h 50m
1 stop
SBA12:55 pmSanta Barbara
$107
Southwest
Aug 19
SBA1:45 pmSanta Barbara
7h 10m
2 stops
SAN8:55 pmSan Diego
Aug 26
SAN4:10 pmSan Diego
0h 55m
SBA5:05 pmSanta Barbara
$112

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to California 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 July 27, 2026.
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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Santa BarbaraSan Diego

SBA - SAN

SBASAN

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/13

12:30 pm-1:25 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

San Diego

Mon 8/17

10:55 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$97

Santa BarbaraSan Diego

SBA - SAN

SBASAN

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/27

12:30 pm-1:25 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

San Diego

Mon 8/31

10:55 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 00m

$97

Santa BarbaraSan Diego

SBA - SAN

SBASAN

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/14

2:38 pm-3:43 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

San Diego

Sat 11/14

10:30 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

$97

Santa BarbaraSan Diego

SBA - SAN

SBASAN

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/17

1:42 pm-2:47 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

San Diego

Thu 8/20

1:30 pm-2:47 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

$97
Quickest round-trip

Santa BarbaraSan Diego

SBA - SAN

SBASAN

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/20

12:30 pm-1:25 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

San Diego

Sat 8/22

2:50 pm-3:45 pm

Nonstop0h 55m

$97

Santa BarbaraSan Diego

SBA - SAN

SBASAN

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/31

3:26 pm-4:30 pm

Nonstop1h 04m

San Diego

Wed 9/2

10:30 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$97

Santa BarbaraSan Francisco

SBA - SFO

SBASFO

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/15

2:01 pm-3:14 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

San Francisco

Thu 8/20

9:24 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$117

Santa BarbaraSan Francisco

SBA - SFO

SBASFO

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/24

2:05 pm-3:19 pm

Nonstop1h 14m

San Francisco

Mon 9/28

9:30 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

$117

Santa BarbaraReno

SBA - RNO

SBARNO

Santa Barbara

Fri 10/9

4:52 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Reno

Sun 10/11

6:00 am-11:53 am

1 stop5h 53m

$247

Santa BarbaraLas Vegas

SBA - LAS

SBALAS

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/6

12:15 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 8/10

12:33 pm-6:03 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$387

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What is the cheapest month to fly to California?

The month of October is another great option to travel to California, with average flight prices from Santa Barbara averaging around $286.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to California?

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Barbara to California is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for California on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $510. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Thursday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to California on Thursday is $605.

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

The cheapest time of day to fly to California is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as $494. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $633 on average. Flights to California from Santa Barbara at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Santa Barbara to California flight route?

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Santa Barbara to California 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 Santa Barbara to California flights?

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

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Best Price Found

$133

Fastest flight time

0h 50m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in California

418 airports
The best one-way flight to California from Santa Barbara in the past 72 hours is $133. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $257.
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to California takes 0h 50m
Direct flights go from Santa Barbara to California every day.
There are 418 airports in California. From Santa Barbara there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN), Los Angeles (LAX), Oakland (OAK), San Francisco (SFO).
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Santa Barbara to California

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

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

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

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Santa Barbara Airport to California.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to California?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your California trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to California

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Free Cancellation
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Alaska AirlinesPriceFrom $117Free CancellationRating
7.9
12,718 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $151Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,229 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $153Free CancellationRating
7.4
10,042 reviews
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