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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to San Diego from $153

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4:19 pm - 10:33 pmSBA-SAN
6h 14m1 stop
7:00 am - 3:29 pmSAN-SBA
8h 29m1 stop
$282Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 29
4:19 pm - 9:48 amSBA-SAN
17h 29m1 stop
6:20 am - 3:29 pmSAN-SBA
9h 09m1 stop
$292Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Jan 27 - Wed, Jan 29
5:00 am - 2:49 pmSBA-SAN
9h 49m2 stops
7:35 am - 12:08 pmSAN-SBA
4h 33m1 stop
$307United Airlines
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Wed, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 29
12:58 pm - 9:17 amSBA-SAN
20h 19m2 stops
7:00 am - 3:29 pmSAN-SBA
8h 29m1 stop
$310Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Jan 27 - Wed, Jan 29
6:20 am - 12:27 pmSBA-SAN
6h 07m1 stop
6:15 am - 12:04 pmSAN-SBA
5h 49m1 stop
$314United Airlines
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Mon, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 11
5:50 am - 9:48 amSBA-SAN
3h 58m1 stop
7:45 pm - 11:48 pmSAN-SBA
4h 03m1 stop
$329United Airlines
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Fri, Dec 13 - Mon, Dec 16
5:00 am - 2:49 pmSBA-SAN
9h 49m2 stops
7:35 am - 9:28 pmSAN-SBA
13h 53m2 stops
$333United Airlines
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Wed, Jan 22 - Wed, Jan 29
10:55 am - 5:00 pmSBA-SAN
6h 05m1 stop
7:20 am - 12:20 pmSAN-SBA
5h 00m1 stop
$386Southwest
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Thu, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 7
4:35 pm - 9:20 pmSBA-SAN
4h 45m1 stop
11:10 am - 5:45 pmSAN-SBA
6h 35m2 stops
$391Southwest
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Thu, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 7
7:10 am - 3:20 pmSBA-SAN
8h 10m2 stops
5:40 pm - 9:30 pmSAN-SBA
3h 50m1 stop
$416Southwest
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Thu, Dec 5 - Thu, Dec 5
10:50 am - 3:30 pmSBA-SAN
4h 40m1 stop
$153Southwest
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Sun, Feb 2
5:00 am - 2:49 pmSBA-SAN
9h 49m2 stops
$188United Airlines
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Sun, Feb 2
2:10 pm - 6:40 pmSBA-SAN
4h 30m1 stop
$193Southwest
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Tue, Dec 3
7:10 am - 4:25 pmSBA-SAN
9h 15m2 stops
$198Southwest
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Tue, Dec 3
6:10 am - 12:44 pmSBA-SAN
6h 34m1 stop
$253United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 19
7:03 pm - 10:36 pmSBA-SAN
3h 33m1 stop
$258United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 21
6:15 am - 1:35 pmSBA-SAN
7h 20m2 stops
$263Southwest
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Fri, Dec 20
11:55 am - 10:29 pmSBA-SAN
10h 34m2 stops
$288United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 19
2:10 pm - 10:20 pmSBA-SAN
8h 10m2 stops
$598United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 21
2:11 pm - 6:32 pmSBA-SAN
4h 21m1 stop
6:15 am - 11:33 amSAN-SBA
5h 18m1 stop
$652United Airlines
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 24
6:50 pm - 10:27 pmSBA-SAN
3h 37m1 stop
7:45 pm - 11:59 pmSAN-SBA
4h 14m1 stop
$656United Airlines
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Sat, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 25
6:35 pm - 10:45 pmSBA-SAN
4h 10m1 stop
9:25 am - 4:45 pmSAN-SBA
7h 20m2 stops
$661Southwest
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 24
6:00 am - 12:27 pmSBA-SAN
6h 27m1 stop
6:15 am - 9:56 amSAN-SBA
3h 41m1 stop
$726United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 25 - Wed, Nov 27
5:00 am - 9:32 pmSBA-SAN
16h 32m3 stops
7:45 pm - 11:59 pmSAN-SBA
4h 14m1 stop
$727United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 25 - Wed, Nov 27
10:40 am - 7:53 pmSBA-SAN
9h 13m2 stops
7:45 pm - 11:59 pmSAN-SBA
4h 14m1 stop
$815United Airlines
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Sat, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 25
10:40 am - 3:02 pmSBA-SAN
4h 22m1 stop
10:45 am - 5:51 pmSAN-SBA
7h 06m2 stops
$824United Airlines
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Sun, Nov 24 - Tue, Nov 26
2:25 pm - 7:53 pmSBA-SAN
5h 28m1 stop
6:15 am - 11:59 pmSAN-SBA
17h 44m2 stops
$936United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 25 - Wed, Nov 27
2:25 pm - 9:32 pmSBA-SAN
7h 07m2 stops
10:45 am - 5:51 pmSAN-SBA
7h 06m2 stops
$1,002United Airlines
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Sun, Nov 24 - Tue, Nov 26
2:11 pm - 11:58 pmSBA-SAN
9h 47m2 stops
4:54 pm - 11:58 pmSAN-SBA
7h 04m2 stops
$1,222United Airlines
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Sat, Nov 23 - Sun, Nov 24

Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to San Diego

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to San Diego flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Jan 22
SBA4:19 pmSanta Barbara
6h 14m
1 stop
SAN10:33 pmSan Diego
Jan 29
SAN7:00 amSan Diego
8h 29m
1 stop
SBA3:29 pmSanta Barbara
Alaska Airlines
Jan 27
SBA4:19 pmSanta Barbara
17h 29m
1 stop
SAN9:48 amSan Diego
Jan 29
SAN6:20 amSan Diego
9h 09m
1 stop
SBA3:29 pmSanta Barbara
Alaska Airlines
Jan 27
SBA12:58 pmSanta Barbara
20h 19m
2 stops
SAN9:17 amSan Diego
Jan 29
SAN7:00 amSan Diego
8h 29m
1 stop
SBA3:29 pmSanta Barbara

United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to San Diego

Our best United Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to San Diego flight tickets
United Airlines
Jan 22
SBA5:00 amSanta Barbara
9h 49m
2 stops
SAN2:49 pmSan Diego
Jan 29
SAN7:35 amSan Diego
4h 33m
1 stop
SBA12:08 pmSanta Barbara
United Airlines
Dec 9
SBA6:20 amSanta Barbara
6h 07m
1 stop
SAN12:27 pmSan Diego
Dec 11
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
5h 49m
1 stop
SBA12:04 pmSanta Barbara
United Airlines
Dec 13
SBA5:50 amSanta Barbara
3h 58m
1 stop
SAN9:48 amSan Diego
Dec 16
SAN7:45 pmSan Diego
4h 03m
1 stop
SBA11:48 pmSanta Barbara

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Santa Barbara to San Diego

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Santa Barbara and San Diego?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of April, then departing from Santa Barbara during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $204.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Barbara to San Diego is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $183. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $388. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $173. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $229.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

Most flyers found that booking tickets 40 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to San Diego. During this timeframe, flight prices are around $218. However, in the past 72 hours, people saw flights from Santa Barbara for as low as $103.

Can stopping save me money on Santa Barbara to San Diego flights?

You could potentially save up to 2% on your flight if you consider stops on a Santa Barbara to San Diego flight.

How have Santa Barbara to San Diego flight prices changed over time?


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Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Santa Barbara to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$153

Fastest flight time

3h 27m

Direct flights

None

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Diego from Santa Barbara in the past 72 hours is $153. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $282.
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to San Diego takes 3h 27m
There are no direct flights from Santa Barbara to San Diego. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Santa Barbara Airport - San Diego Airport.
There is 1 airport near San Diego: San Diego (SAN)

  • How far is Santa Barbara to San Diego by plane?

    A flight from Santa Barbara to San Diego will travel around 187.9 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 3h 27m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to San Diego Airport?

    Prices for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Santa Barbara Airport to San Diego Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Santa Barbara Airport to San Diego 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 Santa Barbara Airport to San Diego Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Santa Barbara to San Diego?


Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to San Diego

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $246Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,172 reviews
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