$127 Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to San Francisco (SFO)

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

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $127 for one-way flights and $219 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 7
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$219 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$219
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $219 found 6 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Sat, Jan 10 - Wed, Jan 28
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$225 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$225
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 10 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jan 28, priced at $225 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 25
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$227 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$227
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Sun, Jan 25, priced at $227 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 7
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$231 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$231
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $231 found 6 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Feb 5
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$232 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$232
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Thu, Feb 5, priced at $232 found 4 days ago
Hawaiian Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Sat, Jan 24
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$236 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$236
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 23 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Sat, Jan 24, priced at $236 found 4 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 7
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$236 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$236
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 4 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Sat, Feb 7, priced at $236 found 6 days ago
Delta
Tue, Jan 20 - Wed, Jan 21
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$244 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$244
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Jan 20 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $244 found 2 hours ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 26
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$256 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jan 23 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Mon, Jan 26, priced at $256 found 4 days ago
United
Wed, Jan 21 - Thu, Jan 22
SBA
Santa Barbara
SFO
San Francisco
$259 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$259
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Jan 21 from Santa Barbara to San Francisco, returning Thu, Jan 22, priced at $259 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara (SBA) to San Francisco (SFO)

August is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $77 - $417 per traveler.

Alternative airports near San Francisco

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 26 minutes. Flights from $339
OAK
Oakland Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $339
Select flight to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. SJC. Average driving time to city center is 50 minutes. Flights from $543
SJC
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Average driving time to city center50 min
Flights from $543
Flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$219
Distance
262 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 13 mins

Santa Barbara to San Francisco Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Santa Barbara to San Francisco

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco are during the month of February. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Santa Barbara to San Francisco

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Santa Barbara to San Francisco in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $127 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Santa Barbara to San Francisco flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Santa Barbara to San Francisco airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $127 or cheap return flight from $219 from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight offers on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Planning your getaway for February is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between SBA and SFO. You'll typically find the lowest fares during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Board a direct flight with United Airlines and travel straight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from SBA to SFO, use Expedia's filter tool. Customize your search based on what's important to you, such as preferred carriers and cabin class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Every day on average, 2 direct flights take off from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Choose the departure that fits your schedule best.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
More people fly between SBA and SFO at 6 PM than at any other time. Prefer a quieter experience? Consider flying outside peak hours and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SBA to SFO?
Fly on a Sunday if you're after the best choice of flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO).
What is the earliest flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)'s first flight to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) is at approximately 6:00AM UTC-8. With a total journey time of 1h 15m, you'll touch down at around 7:15AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Flights from SBA to SFO have an average travel time of 1 hour and 19 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 260 mi.
What airline has the least delays from SBA to SFO?
Consider traveling with United Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) without any interruptions. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 87%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Book a flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations. Departures after this time have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Francisco from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)?
Board a direct flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco and touch down at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). Another convenient point of entry into this city is Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK).
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from SBA to SFO are usually more expensive. To secure the cheapest rates, start searching for flights as early as possible. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, you may score a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a SBA to SFO flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a SBA to SFO flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better yet, having everything in one convenient place takes the hassle out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
If you booked your SBA to SFO flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal if you want more information.

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