£80 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at £80 for one-way flights and £159 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Flight from San Francisco to Santa Barbara route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines
Return price
£159
Distance
419 km
Average flight time
1 hour 21 mins

Compare flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara easily and book in confidence

For travelling on business or for pleasure, Expedia makes it easy to book your flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara. Operating between them 13 flights per day, 20 airlines cover the route. And Air Canada, Emirates, Copa Airlines, Lufthansa, Air New Zealand, United Airlines fly direct, getting you to Santa Barbara Municipal in just 1hours. If you have a preferred carrier, use our advanced search tool to find the right flight from San Francisco Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal.  

To make things even better, in the advanced search, you can also choose to fly economy, premium economy, business or first class, select your maximum number of stops, and pick your preferred departure and arrival time. You can also opt for refundable and direct flights. 

Grab a great deal on your flight from San Francisco Intl. (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal (SBA) 

The easiest way to view the best deals on flights from San Francisco to Santa Barbara today is to enter your travel dates and hit search. From here, you can sort your results by price to see the cheapest flights first. Right now, return flights from San Francisco Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal start at just £159 and range up to £208.  

To find an even better deal, try  

  • being flexible on your dates – midweek flights can be cheaper
  • looking for other airports near San Francisco and Santa Barbara
  • booking your flight during September, the cheapest month on this route
  • varying your flight times – early morning and late at night are sometimes cheaper 

Why you should book your San Francisco to Santa Barbara flight with Expedia!

We cater for all flight types, cabin classes and airlines. So whether you’re booking flights from San Francisco Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal for a budget break or a business trip with a bit of pleasure thrown in, we make it easy to secure the seat that’s right for you.  

Thanks to our supersized inventory that offers great choice all in one place, you know you’ll get a great deal with Expedia. Especially if you bundle your flight together with your hotel, you will unlock amazing savings. For added peace of mind, you can choose flexible bookings or filter to find refundable options, so you won’t pay a fee to change your flight.  

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Airport to Santa Barbara Airport?
Within the past 7 days on Expedia, for flights departing within the next year, the lowest price listed for a round-trip flight between SFO and SBA was £159. Cheap fares don’t hang around, so book yours today. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Most flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether you are charged a fee all comes down to your airline. If you do need to cancel your break, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from San Francisco Airport to SBA that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to SBA flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
With a flight distance of 420 kilometres, it’s only a short hop from San Francisco Airport to SBA. It might be a quick one, but it’s still worth bringing along a good book to read.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to SBA?
Flying nonstop from San Francisco Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) is a cinch with United Airlines (UA). This popular carrier operates 121 flights every month.
Are San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking last minute from SFO to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to find a bargain, but then again, you could miss out altogether! If you’d rather start your travel planning early on, Expedia compares flight deals up to 12 months in advance. Just keep in mind that not all airlines issue their prices that far in advance. Our suggestion? Check back often as prices are updated frequently.
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