Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Santa Barbara – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
1h 12m Return – Dec 7, 2026
direct
1h 13m $204
yesterday
Santa Barbara – San Francisco
Outbound – Dec 3, 2026
direct
1h 12m Return – Dec 8, 2026
direct
1h 15m $212
2 days ago
* 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.
Today’s flight suggestion for Santa Barbara - San Francisco
Outbound December 3, 2026 · Inbound December 7, 2026
Today’s suggestion
2:15 PM
SBA 9:43 PM
SFO7h 28m
1 stop
4:33 PM
SFO 11:33 PM
SBA7h 0m
1 stop
From $172
6:47 PM
SBA 8:05 PM
SFO1h 18m
Direct
4:40 PM
SFO 5:55 PM
SBA1h 15m
Direct
From $204
9:35 AM
SBA 10:49 AM
SFO1h 14m
Direct
10:51 AM
SFO 12:04 PM
SBA1h 13m
Direct
From $204
Cheapest flight tickets
$127
Average price of a round trip
$250
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
1h14
A flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco takes on average 1h14.
Best time
October
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to San Francisco is October.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco
Check out our tips for booking your flight to San Francisco (USA) from Santa Barbara (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is September, with an average flight ticket price of $199 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of November, October and September.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 18 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is United Airlines. A ticket from the airline United Airlines to San Francisco costs on average $210.
The airlines that offer the most flights are United Airlines and United Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Santa Barbara to San Francisco
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $127 to $445
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $250
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of September
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: November
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 Francisco, USA
airport :
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
local time :
San Francisco is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In San Francisco, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 15°C, with a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 17°C.
The city of San Francisco has 1 airport(s): San Francisco
Useful info about San Francisco
What is the least touristic period to go to San Francisco?
If you want to visit San Francisco during the least touristic period, choose the month of October.
What is the most popular time to travel to San Francisco?
In San Francisco, 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 Francisco?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 18 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 3 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 Francisco is Monday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Santa Barbara and San Francisco?
When you leave, you can leave from Santa Barbara, and you will arrive at Oakland, San Francisco or San Jose-Norman Y. Mineta.
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 Francisco?
The journey from Santa Barbara to San Francisco can also be done by train. Search on Liligo to compare the different means of transportation.
Are there big differences in weather between Santa Barbara and San Francisco?
In summer, the average temperature is 17°C in San Francisco and 22°C in Santa Barbara. The average rainfall in summer is 2 mm in San Francisco and 2 mm in Santa Barbara. In summer, it is warmer in Santa Barbara and it rains less in San Francisco. In winter, it is colder in Santa Barbara and it rains more in Santa Barbara.
