Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA): what you need to know
Leave enough time to catch your SAN to SBA flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from San Diego International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between SAN and SBA:
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Diego International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport flight is $119. A return ticket is currently $238. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SAN to SBA if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across every month when looking for a flight from San Diego International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport.
Never miss a deal on cheap flights from SAN to SBA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.
Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)
The address for SAN is Airport Drive.
When it comes to San Diego International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 71.38% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To reach San Diego International Airport from central San Diego, it takes around 10 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 5 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 20 minutes when using public transport.
Have an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the airport (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SAN:
Arriving at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
If you're landing on a late San Diego International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be resting shortly after at one of these hotels near SBA:
Explore without limits with a Santa Barbara Municipal Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Alamo or Hertz and venture far and wide through Santa Barbara and beyond.
Lock in the best possible rate by reserving your ride from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport around three weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to central Santa Barbara
The street address for SBA is 500 Fowler Rd..
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to the centre of Santa Barbara has a drive time of about 15 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of roughly 50 minutes.
When to fly to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. July is the busiest month to visit Santa Barbara. If you prefer a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
When reserving your flight from San Diego International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Santa Barbara, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from SAN to SBA in February if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Santa Barbara. Around 137 kilometres away to the east, its best attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in United States, consider San Diego, about 306 kilometres south-east of Santa Barbara. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are highlights.
