$69 Cheap flights from Santa Barbara Municipal to San Francisco Intl. (SBA to SFO)

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The cheapest flights to San Francisco Intl. found within the past 7 days were $137 round trip and $69 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

Can I catch a flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to SFO right now?
Make sure you check out our Covid-19 Travel Advisor to find out if there are any current travel advice reports or quarantine requirements in place in SFO when jet-setting from Santa Barbara Airport.
Are there direct flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Airport?
If you’d rather fly directly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Airport, look up United Airlines. This airline is the one for you if you prefer to get from A to B as easily as possible.
If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?
For more info about changing your flight to SFO, please visit our Customer Service Portal.
How long is the flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Airport?
The flight from Goleta to San Francisco is a quick 1 hour and 8 minutes in total. With such a short travel time, you won’t need to fret if you forget to pack a phone charger in your carry-on baggage.
What is the flight distance from Santa Barbara Airport to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
With a flight distance of only 260 mi, a short book or a podcast is all you’ll really need to keep yourself entertained on the journey between Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) and San Francisco Airport. You’ll be getting off the aircraft and diving into unforgettable adventures in a flash.
What airlines fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Sorted out the dates for your next vacation? Want to fly direct from Goleta to San Francisco? With United Airlines offering up to 121 flights each month, you’ll be on your way in no time.
What airlines have practices regarding COVID-19 in place and use social distancing?
From the moment you enter the departure terminal to when you leave the arrivals terminal, if you’re flying with United Airlines, Alaska Airlines or Delta you can be sure that COVID-19 measures and social distancing rules have been adhered to. Many airlines have introduced capped capacity flights and keeping the middle seat empty.
What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?
This just in! Airfares offered on Thursdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2021. Tuesday and Wednesday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking during the weekend, as data shows that is when prices are generally at their highest.
What are the cheapest days to fly?
Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2021, flights departing on a Monday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.
How far in advance can you book a flight?
Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It’s possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2021 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 0-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

 

Traveling From
Santa Barbara Municipal
Traveling To
San Francisco Intl.
Shortest Flight Time
1 hours 12 mins
Earliest Departure Time
6:30AM PDT
Latest Departure Time
7:10PM PDT
Lowest Flight Price
$137

Route Info

Flight path for flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to San Francisco International Airport


Distance:
263.00 miles


Airlines & Aircraft Used on SBA to SFO Flight Routes


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
United Airlines
Aerospatiale/Alenia ATR 72

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Airfares to San Francisco SFO from Santa Barbara SBA currently cost between $137 and $208. It’s usually cheaper to book a round trip than two separate one-way flights. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

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If you want to be flexible about when you return, or keep your travel options open ended, a one-way flight could be just the ticket! You’ll find one-way airfares from Santa Barbara SBA to San Francisco SFO on Travelocity starting at $69. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. 

 

Get to San Francisco SFO from Santa Barbara SBA quicker with direct flights. 

Get to San Francisco faster, without the hassle of changing planes and moving baggage, by booking a direct flight. Expect your direct flight to SFO from SBA to take around 1 hour(s) 12 min(s).  

 

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If you’re flexible about when you travel, October is usually the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara SBA to San Francisco SFO. If you need to be more specific, search by date and arrival and departure times.Then, compare prices across different airlines, and sort results by lowest price first. 

 

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Some airlines let you change your travel dates without charging a fee. Use our ‘no change fee’ filter to see which flights to SFO from SBA have this option.  

 

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.