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SBASFOFri, 30 Oct
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Lowest fareUS$152United Airlines
Fastest1h 12mgate to gate
Options found18flights on this route
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Airfare Highlights
From flights departing on Fri, 30 Oct 2026.
Lowest fare$152United Airlines06:20
Earliest departure$438Delta Air Lines05:52
Shortest duration$152United Airlines06:20
Night
00:00-05:59
$438Delta Air Lines at 05:52Morning
06:00-11:59
$152United Airlines at 06:20Afternoon
12:00-17:59
$152United Airlines at 14:05Evening
18:00-23:59
$152United Airlines at 19:50
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Santa Barbara (SBA)
Municipal
United States
GMT -8
Latitude: 34.42620087
Longitude: -119.8399963
San Francisco (SFO)
San Francisco International
United States
GMT -8
Latitude: 37.61899948120117
Longitude: -122.375
Distance: Santa Barbara (SBA), United States to San Francisco (SFO), United States - 421.87 km
Flights shown for 30 Oct 2026. View all flights opens the complete search result.
Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.
Busiest periods: Summer travel (15 Jun – 31 Aug), Holiday season (18 Dec – 02 Jan).
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How to travel Santa Barbara to San Francisco
Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.
OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Non-stop flight Fastest₹14,6891h 12m5 flights
Connecting flight₹15,438Longer, includes a stop13 options
Air distance is about 422 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair. 4 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Santa Barbara to San Francisco
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UN
United Airlines Flights
from $1529 flights
Fares from
$152
Non-stop
5 in these results
Departures
9 in the list above
DE
Delta Air Lines Flights
from $4385 flights
Fares from
$438
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
5 in the list above
AM
American Airlines Flights
from $5143 flights
Fares from
$514
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
3 in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
1h 12m · United Airlines
First departure of the day
05:52 · Delta Air Lines
Last departure of the day
19:50 · United Airlines
Flight options found
18
Direct / non-stop options
5
Airport codes
Santa Barbara–SBA, San Francisco–SFO
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
The search for Fri, 30 Oct found 18 flight options, 5 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 05:52 and the last around 19:50. The fastest flight takes about 1h 12m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from $152, Afternoon from $152, Evening from $152, Night from $438. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Santa Barbara to San Francisco flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Santa Barbara to San Francisco dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Friday at $152. This can change from week to week.
How far is Santa Barbara from San Francisco by air?
The direct air distance between Santa Barbara (SBA) and San Francisco (SFO) is about 422 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from SBA to SFO?
Yes. 5 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Santa Barbara to San Francisco. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Santa Barbara to San Francisco?
United Airlines, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to San Francisco?
The quickest non-stop Santa Barbara to San Francisco flight on this page takes about 1h 12m. Non-stop flights here take between 1h 12m and 1h 30m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Santa Barbara to San Francisco flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 2 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Santa Barbara to San Francisco flight fare?
The lowest Santa Barbara to San Francisco fare on this page is $152. Fares on the same dates run up to $1,739, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
What time do Santa Barbara to San Francisco flights depart?
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 05:52 and the last around 19:50, local time at Santa Barbara. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Check the airport codes SBA–SFO, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.
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Approx route distance: 421.87 km.
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Lowest Santa Barbara to San Francisco airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare
$152
30/10/2026
United Airlines
06:20
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
$149
07/11/2026
United Airlines
06:20
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
$145
06/01/2027
United Airlines
06:20
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Santa Barbara to San Francisco Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Santa Barbara and San Francisco is about 422 KM. In these results, journey times range from 1h 12m to 66h 48m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
Santa Barbara to San Francisco Flight Schedule and Timing
The search for these dates returned 18 flight options, 5 of them non-stop. The first departure from Santa Barbara is at 05:52 and the last is at 19:50. Flights leave from Municipal and land at San Francisco International.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Santa Barbara to San Francisco
Aerial Distance
422 KM
Flight Duration
1h 12m - 66h 48m
Airport Codes
Santa Barbara - SBA, San Francisco - SFO
Total Flights Available
18 flights5 direct13 with layovers
First Flight Departure
Departs at 05:52
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 19:50
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
6 flights1 direct5 with layovers
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
3 flights1 direct2 with layovers
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
6 flights1 direct5 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
3 flights2 direct1 with layover
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
No flights in this time slot
Airport Information & Terminals
SBA: Santa Barbara airport. Santa Barbara airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.
SFO: San Francisco International Airport. SFO connects by BART to the city, while cabs or app rides are easier for Silicon Valley, family luggage or late arrivals. Fog and bridge traffic can affect plans.
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