Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Santa Barbara – San Diego
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
0h 59m Return – Dec 8, 2026
direct
1h 12m $116
2 days ago
Santa Barbara – San Diego
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
0h 59m Return – Dec 7, 2026
direct
1h 8m $121
yesterday
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$115
Average price of a round trip
$177
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
1h4
A flight from Santa Barbara to San Diego takes on average 1h4.
Best time
August
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to San Diego is August.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Santa Barbara to San Diego
Check out our tips for booking your flight to San Diego (USA) from Santa Barbara (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is October, with an average flight ticket price of $118 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of November, October and August.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 21 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Alaska Airlines. A ticket from the airline Alaska Airlines to San Diego costs on average $176.
The airlines that offer the most flights are Alaska Airlines, Skywest Airlines and Alaska Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Santa Barbara to San Diego
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $115 to $237
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $177
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of October
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: October
info departure city :
Santa Barbara, USA
airport :
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
local time :
Santa Barbara is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Santa Barbara, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 15°C, with a minimum of 9°C and a maximum of 22°C.
The city of Santa Barbara has 1 airport(s): Santa Barbara
destination info :
San Diego, USA
airports :
Lindbergh Field (SAN)
Montgomery Field (MYF)
NAS (NZY)
local time :
San Diego is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In San Diego, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 20°C, with a minimum of 18°C and a maximum of 22°C.
The city of San Diego has 3 airport(s): Lindbergh Field, Montgomery Field and NAS
Useful info about San Diego
What is the least touristic period to go to San Diego?
If you want to visit San Diego during the least touristic period, choose the month of August.
What is the most popular time to travel to San Diego?
In San Diego, the most popular month is November. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Santa Barbara to San Diego?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 21 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 4 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 100% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Santa Barbara to San Diego is Saturday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Santa Barbara and San Diego?
When you leave, you can leave from Santa Barbara, and you will arrive at Lindbergh Field.
How to reach Santa Barbara airport from the city centre?
This information is not available at this time.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Santa Barbara to San Diego?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Santa Barbara and San Diego?
In summer, the average temperature is 21°C in San Diego and 22°C in Santa Barbara. The average rainfall in summer is 4 mm in San Diego and 2 mm in Santa Barbara. In summer, it is warmer in Santa Barbara and it rains less in Santa Barbara. In winter, it is colder in San Diego and it rains more in Santa Barbara.
