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Seattle.$303 per passenger.Departing Fri, 30 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Fri, 30 May, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From $303, select.
Seattle.$303 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Mon, 21 Jul.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 21 Jul, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From $303, select.
Seattle.$303 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Jun, returning Sun, 15 Jun.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Fri, 13 Jun, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 15 Jun, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From $303, select.
Seattle.$304 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From $304, select.
Seattle.$320 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Jun, returning Sat, 14 Jun.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Thu, 5 Jun, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From $320, select.
Seattle.$331 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jul, returning Sun, 20 Jul.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Fri, 18 Jul, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Sun, 20 Jul, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From $331, select.
Seattle.$333 per passenger.Departing Thu, 7 Aug, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Thu, 7 Aug, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Inbound direct flight with Hawaiian Airlines departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From $333, select.
Seattle.$335 per passenger.Departing Sat, 6 Sep, returning Mon, 8 Sep.Return flight with Hawaiian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Santa Barbara Municipal on Sat, 6 Sep, arriving in Seattle / Tacoma International.Inbound indirect flight with Hawaiian Airlines, departs from Seattle / Tacoma International on Mon, 8 Sep, arriving in Santa Barbara Municipal.Price includes taxes and charges.From $335, select.

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Santa Barbara to Seattle: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$303
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time2 hrs, 36 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week33

Finding cheap flights from Santa Barbara Municipal to Seattle: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Seattle: Seattle Lake Union SPB, Seattle Boeing Fld, Seattle / Tacoma International, and Paine Field.
The best price we found for a return flight from Santa Barbara Municipal to Seattle is $303. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
2 hours and 36 minutes is the average flight time from Santa Barbara Municipal to Seattle.
Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Qatar Airways fly direct from Santa Barbara Municipal to Seattle.
As of May 2025, there are 33 flights per week flying from Santa Barbara Municipal to Seattle.
The cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal to Seattle is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, the cheapest airport near Seattle is Seattle / Tacoma International – which is 19.5 km away from the centre of Seattle. We've found flights into this airport from $303.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle on Friday, 18 July 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 37 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Seattle but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Seattle is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 12°C. August is typically the warmest month in Seattle, when it usually averages around 23°C. You can expect the least rain in July. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 0°C. The rainiest month is November.
Currently, Southwest Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Seattle.

Travelling from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Seattle: what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Santa Barbara (the location of Santa Barbara Municipal Airport) and Seattle are in the same timezone — UTC-7.

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route, with ten flights a week to choose from. You can travel from SBA to SEA at 11:09 with Alaska Airlines.

  • Give yourself plenty of time to get on your SBA to Seattle flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Begin your trip at SBA and travel nonstop to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle tickets.

  • Book your ticket with Alaska Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle.

  • Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Santa Barbara, SBA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.

  • Looking for a hotel close to SBA? If you're catching an early flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:

  • Santa Barbara Municipal Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 84.29% of flights that take off from SBA reach their destination without delay.

  • SBA's address is 500 Fowler Rd..

How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Seattle

  • $138 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle flight. A return ticket right now is $303. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Get cheap flights from SBA to Seattle by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.

  • The best month for landing cheap Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment there's an extra saving on cheap flights from SBA to Seattle.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle.

Airports in Seattle

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)

  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to the centre of Seattle takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.

  • The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:

  • Begin your adventure by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and explore beyond Seattle's main sights.

  • For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from SBA to Seattle.

Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)

  • After your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).

  • Public transport will get you there in about 25 minutes.

  • There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LKE. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your SBA to Seattle flight at any of these perfectly located options:

Best time to go to Seattle

  • Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are typically higher and attractions can be busy. Go to Seattle in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.

  • When booking your Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 28ºC (82ºF).

  • If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SBA to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC (30ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Seattle

  • Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • LMN Architects and Greyhound: Bus Station are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Seattle must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.

Explore more of United States

  • Seattle has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.

  • Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.

Plan the rest of your trip from Santa Barbara to Seattle

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