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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from California to Santa Barbara
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?
The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from California, with most prices found around $239. If you are unable to visit Santa Barbara during the month of March, then departing from California during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $239.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Santa Barbara?
The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Santa Barbara is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as $249. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Wednesday is the most expensive day to depart from California because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $509.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Santa Barbara?
According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Santa Barbara is in the morning. momondo users have found flights departing from California to Santa Barbara in the morning for as low as $279. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the afternoon when prices are $338 on average. Flights to Santa Barbara from California in the afternoon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.
What is the cheapest California to Santa Barbara flight route?
Fly from Oakland to Santa Barbara for the best California - Santa Barbara flight prices
What is the cheapest airline that flies from California to Santa Barbara?
Southwest, United Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from California to Santa Barbara
What airlines fly to Santa Barbara?
Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Delta are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Santa Barbara from California according to our data. Frontier is the first choice among our users, with 34% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Santa Barbara. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Santa Barbara on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from California to Santa Barbara on average per day?
26 flights are operational daily from California to Santa Barbara as of March 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00PM, with 46% of flights per day taking off in the evening.
How many flights depart from California to Santa Barbara on average per week?
As of March 2025, there are 185 flights per week flying from California to Santa Barbara. The most common day of the week flights depart is Tue, with 17% of flights taking off on this day.
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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from California to Santa Barbara
Best Price Found | $49 |
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Fastest flight time | 0h 55m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in Santa Barbara | 1 airport |
When did momondo last update prices for flights from California to Santa Barbara Airport?
Prices for flights from California to Santa Barbara Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from California to Santa Barbara Airport?
As of March 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from California to Santa Barbara Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from California to Santa Barbara Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from California to Santa Barbara Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Santa Barbara Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Santa Barbara Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Santa Barbara Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from California to Santa Barbara?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from California to Santa Barbara is Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (24.56% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 (18.68%), Boeing 737-800 (15.59%), and Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) (8.82%).
Best airlines flying from California to Santa Barbara
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PriceFrom $147 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,292 reviews | |||
PriceFrom $150 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,623 reviews |
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from California to Santa Barbara?
To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to Santa Barbara from California.
Can I find flights from California to Santa Barbara with flexible booking policies on momondo?
All flight searches from California to Santa Barbara on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from California to Santa Barbara?
Once you have performed a search for California to Santa Barbara flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
I’m not ready to book a flight from California to Santa Barbara right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Santa Barbara from California. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.