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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco from $69

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6:45 pm - 7:52 pmSBA-SFO
1h 07mnonstop
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9:00 pm - 10:14 pmSFO-SBA
1h 14mnonstop
$137United Airlines
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6:45 pm - 7:52 pmSBA-SFO
1h 07mnonstop
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10:45 am - 11:59 amSFO-SBA
1h 14mnonstop
$144United Airlines
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sáb., ago. 16 - mié., ago. 20
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4:54 pm - 8:19 pmSBA-SFO
3h 25m1 stop
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9:00 pm - 10:14 pmSFO-SBA
1h 14mnonstop
$147United Airlines
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6:45 pm - 7:52 pmSBA-SFO
1h 07mnonstop
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10:50 am - 1:53 pmSFO-SBA
3h 03m1 stop
$154United Airlines
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sáb., ago. 16 - mié., ago. 20
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2:32 pm - 5:46 pmSBA-SFO
3h 14m1 stop
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9:05 am - 1:49 pmSFO-SBA
4h 44m1 stop
$157United Airlines
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5:40 am - 9:50 amSBA-SFO
4h 10m1 stop
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12:45 pm - 9:05 pmSFO-SBA
8h 20m2 stops
$162Southwest
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4:54 pm - 8:18 pmSBA-SFO
3h 24m1 stop
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10:50 am - 1:53 pmSFO-SBA
3h 03m1 stop
$164United Airlines
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sáb., ago. 16 - mié., ago. 20
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11:00 am - 7:50 pmSBA-SFO
8h 50m2 stops
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12:45 pm - 9:05 pmSFO-SBA
8h 20m2 stops
$167Southwest
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mar., ago. 19 - mié., ago. 20
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4:54 pm - 8:19 pmSBA-SFO
3h 25m1 stop
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10:50 am - 1:53 pmSFO-SBA
3h 03m1 stop
$174United Airlines
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5:40 am - 9:50 amSBA-SFO
4h 10m1 stop
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7:15 am - 2:20 pmSFO-SBA
7h 05m2 stops
$184Southwest
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Southwest flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco

Our best Southwest deals on Santa Barbara to San Francisco flight tickets
Southwest
Aug 19
SBA5:40 amSanta Barbara
4h 10m
1 stop
SFO9:50 amSan Francisco
Aug 20
SFO12:45 pmSan Francisco
8h 20m
2 stops
SBA9:05 pmSanta Barbara
Southwest
Aug 19
SBA11:00 amSanta Barbara
8h 50m
2 stops
SFO7:50 pmSan Francisco
Aug 20
SFO12:45 pmSan Francisco
8h 20m
2 stops
SBA9:05 pmSanta Barbara
Southwest
Aug 6
SBA5:40 amSanta Barbara
4h 10m
1 stop
SFO9:50 amSan Francisco
Aug 9
SFO7:15 amSan Francisco
7h 05m
2 stops
SBA2:20 pmSanta Barbara

United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco

Our best United Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to San Francisco flight tickets
United Airlines
Aug 18
SBA6:45 pmSanta Barbara
1h 07m
SFO7:52 pmSan Francisco
Aug 21
SFO9:00 pmSan Francisco
1h 14m
SBA10:14 pmSanta Barbara
United Airlines
Aug 16
SBA6:45 pmSanta Barbara
1h 07m
SFO7:52 pmSan Francisco
Aug 20
SFO10:45 amSan Francisco
1h 14m
SBA11:59 amSanta Barbara
United Airlines
Aug 18
SBA4:54 pmSanta Barbara
3h 25m
1 stop
SFO8:19 pmSan Francisco
Aug 21
SFO9:00 pmSan Francisco
1h 14m
SBA10:14 pmSanta Barbara

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of September, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $329.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Barbara to San Francisco is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $179. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $302.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Santa Barbara to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco in the afternoon for as low as $158. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $535.

What is the cheapest Santa Barbara to San Francisco flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Santa Barbara when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $348 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Santa Barbara for as low as $183 on momondo.

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

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

You could potentially save up to 7% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to San Francisco flight.

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

As of July 2025, prices for Santa Barbara to San Francisco flights are approximately 10% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Santa Barbara to San Francisco according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$69

Fastest flight time

1h 07m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Santa Barbara in the past 72 hours is $69. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $137.
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco takes 1h 07m
Direct flights go from Santa Barbara to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

  • How far is Santa Barbara to San Francisco by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Santa Barbara to San Francisco is 277.4 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 07m.

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

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

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

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to San Francisco 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 Santa Barbara Airport to San Francisco Airport.

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport 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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?

  • What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?


Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to San Francisco

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $193Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,861 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Santa Barbara to San Francisco

    United Airlines flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Francisco start from $193 round-trip. Over the 19 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $344 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.


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Flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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