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The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were $137 and $49 for one-way flights to Santa Barbara for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
SFOGoletaAugust 15 to August 17$137
PHXGoletaAugust 11 to August 13$183
PDXGoletaAugust 6 to August 8$201
SEAGoletaOctober 7 to October 13$202
LAXGoletaAugust 12 to August 16$245
DENGoletaSeptember 23 to September 26$263
BOSGoletaSeptember 3 to September 7$304
DFWGoletaOctober 7 to October 13$319
MSPGoletaAugust 11 to August 25$336
EWRGoletaSeptember 24 to September 30$369
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
PDXGoletaJuly 26 to July 27$375
SFOGoletaJuly 26 to July 27$384
DFWGoletaJuly 25 to August 5$481
DENGoletaJuly 24 to July 27$557
EWRGoletaJuly 24 to July 29$588
BOSGoletaJuly 26 to August 4$638
SEAGoletaJuly 24 to July 28$752
LAXGoletaJuly 24 to July 26$864
*Prices include taxes and fees

Santa Barbara Flight Information

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Amazing Santa Barbara Accommodation Deals

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
$82 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Aug 5 to Aug 6
$95 total
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
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Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
$159 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
$182 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
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Inn at Highway 1

Inn at Highway 1

2.5 out of 5
1200 N H St Lompoc CA
$137 nightly
The price is $155 total per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$155 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Lompoc. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
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Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
$93 nightly
The price is $107 total per night from Jul 23 to Jul 24
$107 total
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
2220 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
$229 nightly
The price is $262 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$262 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"We were there a total of 3 nights. The bathroom was dated and we had an air conditioner sounded like a small jet plane taking off every time it was turned on. We also unfortunately found one roach on the table in our room, and a spider behind our night stand. We did like the cafe! The food was good, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

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FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

3 out of 5
3850 State Street Santa Barbara CA
$220 nightly
The price is $251 total per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
$251 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,197 reviews)
"The property was clean with a nice courtyard. The swimming pool and jacuzzi were basic, but still clean and not overcrowded. However, the management and maintenance seemed to be poor. We first realized the free WIFI was not working. The only front desk staff there told us the manager didn’t respond ..."

Reviewed on Jul 19, 2026

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Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real Goleta CA
$212 nightly
The price is $242 total per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$242 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total with taxes and fees
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8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice clean rooms, the front desk was super friendly and helpful, breakfast was average, the pool was warm and clean!"

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026

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Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
401 Storke Rd Goleta CA
$257 nightly
The price is $294 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$294 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (913 reviews)
"Always a great property to stay when visiting my daughter at UCSB. The Marriott is consistent with staff and amenities. They take care of us during our stay."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Luxury Hotels in Santa Barbara

Ojai Valley Inn

Ojai Valley Inn

5 out of 5
905 Country Club Rd Ojai CA
$794 nightly
The price is $915 total per night from Jul 28 to Jul 29
$915 total
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Ojai. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"This is a beautiful property. That being said, for the price, I had exceedingly high expectations. We could have paid more for a spectacular view. However, every room should have at least a nice view. We had a view of a small grass area with shrubs and a wall. There was an ant problem in the room. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2026

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El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
800 Alvarado Place Santa Barbara CA
$723 nightly
The price is $825 total per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
$825 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Mission Santa Barbara and Santa ...
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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
$763 nightly
The price is $873 total per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
$873 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice hotel, beach however was awful. Full of tar which I was not aware of. Food was fantastic though."

Reviewed on Jul 15, 2026

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Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
1260 Channel Dr Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Butterfly Beach and Santa Barbara ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (656 reviews)
"we had an unfortunate experience with insects. property was neautiful as usual and staff was very acomodating."

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2020

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Family Friendly Hotels in Santa Barbara

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
$159 nightly
The price is $182 total per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
$182 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
Total with taxes and fees
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
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Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
2220 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
$229 nightly
The price is $262 total per night from Jul 27 to Jul 28
$262 total
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"We were there a total of 3 nights. The bathroom was dated and we had an air conditioner sounded like a small jet plane taking off every time it was turned on. We also unfortunately found one roach on the table in our room, and a spider behind our night stand. We did like the cafe! The food was good, ..."

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

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Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
400 Alisal Rd. Solvang CA
$179 nightly
The price is $207 total per night from Aug 20 to Aug 21
$207 total
Aug 20 - Aug 21
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Solvang. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,077 reviews)
"Water bottles in room would be nice . Other than that everything was great"

Reviewed on Jul 20, 2026

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Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 out of 5
223 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
$309 nightly
The price is $353 total per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
$353 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,415 reviews)
"Such a charming place to stay. Older property but our King Suite was nicely remodeled. Staff were all helpful and friendly. Great place to stay and is definitely going to be our spot!"

Reviewed on Jul 22, 2026

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Flights To Santa Barbara

Standing on top of a hill, your face craned toward the sun, any plans you had to check in at work go out the window. You’re on vacation, and you’re going to soak up every blissful moment. The best of the beach and inland wine country are at your disposal. You’ll get sand between your toes and then take a day trip out to a scenic vineyard, where rolling hills and meticulously arranged vines permeate the landscape. Back in the city, Mediterranean-style red roofs take your imagination to a place thousands of miles away. Where the salt of the Pacific Ocean and the all-knowing breezes of the Santa Ynez Mountains meet, that’s where your travel companions can find you, wise wanderer. Gazing into the distance and dreaming up your next big adventure. Welcome to Santa Barbara.

The Central California coast is beckoning you to enjoy the best of land and seas. Book one of our cheap flights to Santa Barbara on Travelocity today, and soon you’ll be investigating the best of a respected wine region and nibbling on fine food.

Transportation From SBA

Flights to Santa Barbara land at the Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), and there are plenty of hotels nearby that make for a relaxing place to wind down after your flight. Getting to your accommodation is as easy as a Santa Barbara breeze, because there are lots of ways to get there. Courtesy shuttle buses run between the airport and certain hotels, and you can book a door-to-door shuttle to any destination. You can also hop on the public bus, available from the Moffett Road station just across from the terminal. If you want a private ride, hail a cab at the curb. If you want to explore Greater Santa Barbara on your own schedule, rent a car while you’re booking airfare to Santa Barbara. With your own set of wheels, you may as well have the keys to the city.

Hotels near SBA

After a day of exploring wine country and the serenity of beach life, you’ll want a place to lay your head where you can achieve true bliss. After you book one of our best Santa Barbara flights, make plans to stay in one of these hotels and your vacation in paradise will be one for the record books:

  • The Fess Parker Santa Barbara - DoubleTree by Hilton Resort: This beachfront hotel feeds your spirit and your palate. Dine at one of five restaurants before you go for a walk on the coast. Take advantage of a wine package, and you’ll be sipping on fermented gold in style.
  • Bacara Resort & Spa: A luxury hotel with on-site yoga classes and beachfront dining. Ah, that’s your style. Throw in the private in-room fireplaces and the exceptional service, and the Bacara Resort & Spa has you feeling like you’ve come home.
  • Hotel Milo Santa Barbara: Take advantage of the privacy at a boutique hotel when you stay at Hotel Milo. The beach-chic motif is charming and the architecture reminds you of another time. Read in the garden before you head out for the day.
  • Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara: Spread across 22 acres, this stunning hotel really is one of a kind. Serene gardens give way to patio dining and luxury service always leaves you feeling pampered.

Things to Do in Santa Barbara

You’ve gotten tickets to Santa Barbara and you brought your eager taste buds along with a reverence for history. Good news, wise wanderer, the central coast will satiate your hunger for all things cultural and epicurean. Begin your tour of the city with a stop at from the Spanish Mission, one of the most visited and beloved of all California missions. Make sure you stop at the Stearns Wharf for a bite before you explore the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and venture east toward the wineries. Between the Historic District and the quaint downtown shops, you might forget about the miles of coastline just waiting for you to sink your toes into the sand and surf. Don’t worry, the gentle crash of its waves is always there to remind you.

Flights to Santa Barbara, California are your ticket to paradise, wise wanderer. The boutiques of State Street and exhibits at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse are just the beginning of your adventure. Get your tickets to Santa Barbara today, and the road to sand and sun will come into view.

Need insider tips on must-see attractions in Santa Barbara? Check out our Santa Barbara travel guide!

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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.