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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco from $49

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11:05 am - 12:20 pmSBA-OAK
1h 15mnonstop
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12:30 pm - 1:40 pmOAK-SBA
1h 10mnonstop
$134Southwest
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Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 13
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5:50 am - 10:10 amSBA-OAK
4h 20m1 stop
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12:30 pm - 1:40 pmOAK-SBA
1h 10mnonstop
$144Southwest
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Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 13
Southwest Logo
11:05 am - 12:20 pmSBA-OAK
1h 15mnonstop
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12:30 pm - 1:40 pmOAK-SBA
1h 10mnonstop
$188Southwest
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Wed, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 14
Southwest Logo
11:05 am - 12:20 pmSBA-OAK
1h 15mnonstop
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6:15 pm - 11:25 pmOAK-SBA
5h 10m1 stop
$198Southwest
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Wed, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 14
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11:05 am - 12:20 pmSBA-OAK
1h 15mnonstop
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10:50 am - 6:05 pmOAK-SBA
7h 15m2 stops
$203Southwest
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Wed, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 14
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11:05 am - 12:20 pmSBA-OAK
1h 15mnonstop
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4:00 pm - 11:25 pmOAK-SBA
7h 25m2 stops
$213Southwest
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Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 13
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5:50 am - 2:45 pmSBA-OAK
8h 55m2 stops
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5:45 am - 3:00 pmOAK-SBA
9h 15m2 stops
$218Southwest
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Wed, Dec 10 - Sun, Dec 14
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5:50 am - 10:10 amSBA-OAK
4h 20m1 stop
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5:45 am - 3:00 pmOAK-SBA
9h 15m2 stops
$223Southwest
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Wed, Nov 12 - Thu, Nov 13
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7:44 pm - 11:59 pmSBA-OAK
28h 15m1 stop
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6:30 am - 6:56 pmOAK-SBA
12h 26m1 stop
$283Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 11
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7:20 am - 8:40 pmSBA-OAK
13h 20m2 stops
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8:10 am - 1:57 pmOAK-SBA
5h 47m1 stop
$287Alaska Airlines
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Southwest flights from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California

Our best Southwest deals on Santa Barbara to Oakland, California flight tickets
Southwest
Nov 12
SBA11:05 amSanta Barbara
1h 15m
OAK12:20 pmOakland
Nov 13
OAK12:30 pmOakland
1h 10m
SBA1:40 pmSanta Barbara
$134
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Southwest
Nov 12
SBA5:50 amSanta Barbara
4h 20m
1 stop
OAK10:10 amOakland
Nov 13
OAK12:30 pmOakland
1h 10m
SBA1:40 pmSanta Barbara
$144
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Southwest
Dec 10
SBA11:05 amSanta Barbara
1h 15m
OAK12:20 pmOakland
Dec 14
OAK12:30 pmOakland
1h 10m
SBA1:40 pmSanta Barbara
$188
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Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to Oakland, California flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Nov 5
SBA7:44 pmSanta Barbara
28h 15m
1 stop
OAK11:59 pmOakland
Nov 11
OAK6:30 amOakland
12h 26m
1 stop
SBA6:56 pmSanta Barbara
$283
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Alaska Airlines
Feb 9
SBA7:20 amSanta Barbara
13h 20m
2 stops
OAK8:40 pmOakland
Feb 11
OAK8:10 amOakland
5h 47m
1 stop
SBA1:57 pmSanta Barbara
$287
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Alaska Airlines
Nov 5
SBA7:44 pmSanta Barbara
28h 15m
1 stop
OAK11:59 pmOakland
Nov 11
OAK9:48 amOakland
9h 08m
2 stops
SBA6:56 pmSanta Barbara
$298
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Price

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/12

11:05 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Oakland

Thu 11/13

12:30 pm-1:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$134

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/12

5:50 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 20m

Oakland

Thu 11/13

12:30 pm-1:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$144

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/10

11:05 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Oakland

Sun 12/14

12:30 pm-1:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$188

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/10

11:05 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Oakland

Sun 12/14

6:15 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$198

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/10

11:05 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Oakland

Sun 12/14

10:50 am-6:05 pm

2 stops7h 15m

$203

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/12

11:05 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Oakland

Thu 11/13

4:00 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$213

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/10

5:50 am-2:45 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Oakland

Sun 12/14

5:45 am-3:00 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$218

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/12

5:50 am-10:10 am

1 stop4h 20m

Oakland

Thu 11/13

5:45 am-3:00 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$223

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/5

7:44 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop28h 15m

Oakland

Tue 11/11

6:30 am-6:56 pm

1 stop12h 26m

$283

Santa BarbaraOakland

SBA - OAK

SBAOAK

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/9

7:20 am-8:40 pm

2 stops13h 20m

Oakland

Wed 2/11

8:10 am-1:57 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$287

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Santa Barbara and Oakland, California?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Oakland, California?

The month of September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Oakland, California from Santa Barbara, with most prices found around $164. If you aren’t able to travel to Oakland, California during the month of September, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $200.

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

According to our data, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly to Oakland, California from Santa Barbara. The lowest ticket price found for a Saturday departure recently was $252. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California for around $371.

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

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California when you can find flight prices for as low as $217. Flying to Oakland, California at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $286.

What is the cheapest Santa Barbara to Oakland flight route?

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

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Santa Barbara to Oakland 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 Oakland, California flights?

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

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California

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Cheap Santa Barbara to Oakland, California (SBA to OAK) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$174

Fastest flight time

1h 15m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Oakland, California

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Oakland, California from Santa Barbara in the past 72 hours is $174. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $97.
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California takes 1h 15m
Direct flights go from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California every day.
There is 1 airport near Oakland, California: Oakland (OAK)
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  • How far is Santa Barbara to Oakland by plane?

    Santa Barbara and Oakland are 274.0 mi apart from one another. Flights usually cover this in 1h 15m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

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

    Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to Oakland Airport refresh daily.

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

    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 Oakland Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Oakland Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Oakland Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Oakland Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California?

  • What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California?

Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
SouthwestPriceFrom $112Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,241 reviews
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  • Southwest Flights From Santa Barbara to Oakland, California

    Southwest flies from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California around 3 times per week, with 4,241 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Santa Barbara to Oakland, California in the last 72 hours was $112 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $305 for Southwest flights on this route.

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