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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco from $107

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10:57 am - 12:20 pmSBA-SFO
1h 23mnonstop
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1:25 pm - 2:44 pmSFO-SBA
1h 19mnonstop
$201United Airlines
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Wed, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 24
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2:28 pm - 5:49 pmSBA-SFO
3h 21m1 stop
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10:40 pm - 11:59 pmSFO-SBA
1h 19mnonstop
$211United Airlines
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Wed, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 24
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2:15 pm - 3:32 pmSBA-SFO
1h 17mnonstop
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1:20 pm - 2:39 pmSFO-SBA
1h 19mnonstop
$213United Airlines
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Mon, Apr 28 - Mon, May 5
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2:28 pm - 5:49 pmSBA-SFO
3h 21m1 stop
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9:00 am - 1:37 pmSFO-SBA
4h 37m1 stop
$221United Airlines
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Wed, Apr 23 - Thu, Apr 24
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5:40 am - 9:50 amSBA-SFO
4h 10m1 stop
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12:45 pm - 9:05 pmSFO-SBA
8h 20m2 stops
$238Southwest
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Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 16
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2:10 pm - 9:40 pmSBA-SFO
7h 30m2 stops
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12:45 pm - 9:05 pmSFO-SBA
8h 20m2 stops
$243Southwest
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Tue, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 16
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7:18 pm - 5:49 pmSBA-SFO
22h 31m1 stop
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10:49 am - 6:30 pmSFO-SBA
7h 41m2 stops
$329Alaska Airlines
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Thu, May 1 - Wed, May 7
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7:18 pm - 2:14 pmSBA-SFO
18h 56m2 stops
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7:00 am - 5:37 pmSFO-SBA
10h 37m1 stop
$356Alaska Airlines
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Wed, May 7 - Thu, May 15
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1:19 pm - 11:58 pmSBA-SFO
10h 39m2 stops
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6:30 pm - 12:34 pmSFO-SBA
18h 04m1 stop
$555American Airlines
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Sat, May 17 - Mon, May 19
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1:19 pm - 11:58 pmSBA-SFO
10h 39m2 stops
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6:19 am - 3:37 pmSFO-SBA
9h 18m2 stops
$596American Airlines
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Sat, May 17 - Sat, May 24

United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco

Our best United Airlines deals on Santa Barbara to San Francisco flight tickets
United Airlines
Apr 23
SBA10:57 amSanta Barbara
1h 23m
SFO12:20 pmSan Francisco
Apr 24
SFO1:25 pmSan Francisco
1h 19m
SBA2:44 pmSanta Barbara
United Airlines
Apr 23
SBA2:28 pmSanta Barbara
3h 21m
1 stop
SFO5:49 pmSan Francisco
Apr 24
SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco
1h 19m
SBA11:59 pmSanta Barbara
United Airlines
Apr 28
SBA2:15 pmSanta Barbara
1h 17m
SFO3:32 pmSan Francisco
May 5
SFO1:20 pmSan Francisco
1h 19m
SBA2:39 pmSanta Barbara

Southwest flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco

Our best Southwest deals on Santa Barbara to San Francisco flight tickets
Southwest
Sep 9
SBA5:40 amSanta Barbara
4h 10m
1 stop
SFO9:50 amSan Francisco
Sep 16
SFO12:45 pmSan Francisco
8h 20m
2 stops
SBA9:05 pmSanta Barbara
Southwest
Sep 9
SBA2:10 pmSanta Barbara
7h 30m
2 stops
SFO9:40 pmSan Francisco
Sep 16
SFO12:45 pmSan Francisco
8h 20m
2 stops
SBA9:05 pmSanta Barbara
Southwest
May 1
SBA3:35 pmSanta Barbara
4h 40m
1 stop
SFO8:15 pmSan Francisco
May 8
SFO5:40 amSan Francisco
5h 55m
1 stop
SBA11:35 amSanta Barbara

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of May, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $289.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Barbara to San Francisco is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $173. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Sunday, with ticket prices averaging around $331.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Santa Barbara to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times in the afternoon. Our users have found flights to San Francisco in the afternoon for as low as $167. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $479.

What is the cheapest Santa Barbara to San Francisco flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Santa Barbara when booking 14 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $348 when searching 14 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Santa Barbara for as low as $204 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Santa Barbara to San Francisco flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Santa Barbara to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

As of April 2025, prices for Santa Barbara to San Francisco flights are approximately 29% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco

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

$107

Fastest flight time

1h 07m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Santa Barbara in the past 72 hours is $107. The best round-trip flight deal from Santa Barbara to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $201.
The fastest flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco takes 1h 07m
Direct flights go from Santa Barbara to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

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

    The straight-line distance from Santa Barbara to San Francisco is 277.4 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 09m.

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

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

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

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

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

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?

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


Best airlines flying from Santa Barbara to San Francisco

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United AirlinesPriceFrom $178Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,615 reviews
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  • United Airlines Flights From Santa Barbara to San Francisco

    United Airlines flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Francisco start from $178 round-trip. Over the 19 United Airlines flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $341 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.


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