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Cheap Flights to Santa Barbara

Fall in love at first flight with your vacation to Santa Barbara by saving a ton of cash on your last-minute cheap flight. There’s no more scouring the internet for a good deal—book your flight to Santa Barbara on Hotwire, and you’ll be up, up, and on a getaway in no time.

Because once the wheels are down in Santa Barbara, the good times start rolling. So buckle up, you’re in for a fun ride.

Frequently Asked Questions About flights to Santa Barbara

Don’t waste your time on endless searches for cheap airline tickets oneway or roundtrip. We’ll have you on your way to Santa Barbara with a tiny bag of pretzels in your hand before you can say “tray tables in the upright position”—and for a ticket price that works for your vacay budget.

So all you have to worry about is where you’re headed after the SBA airport.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara?

Airline ticket prices fluctuate all the time, depending on the day of the week or the month of the year. The cheapest round trip flights to Santa Barbara are in April, but when you book your flight on Hotwire, savings are always in season.

How many airlines fly to Santa Barbara?

Variety is the spice of life, even when it comes to booking your next trip. Want options for airlines? You’ll find 16 to choose from for your flight to Santa Barbara.

What airport is best to fly into Santa Barbara?

When you’re planning your trip to Santa Barbara, convenience is the name of the game. Luckily, Santa Barbara Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is nearby so you can deplane and get going on checking off everything on your Santa Barbara must-do list.

How much are flights to Santa Barbara?

Got very cheap flights on your vacation itinerary? When you book your airline tickets to Santa Barbara on Hotwire, you may just get what’s on your getaway wish list. With tickets as low as $118, you’ll have leftover cash for at least a magazine and a bottle of water at the airport book store.

How to get cheap flights to Santa Barbara?

The trick to saving a stack of cash on your flight to Santa Barbara? Snatch up that Hotwire flight deal when you see a killer rate because it could be gone in a flash. And with flights as low as $118 right now, why wait?

Santa Barbara Flight Information
Destination airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Destination airport IATA code
SBA
Roundtrip price
$118

Last Minute Hotel Deals in Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,218 reviews)
Beautiful hotel, comfortable rooms. Really enjoyed my stay.

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Hotel Santa Barbara
Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
Stay at this motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,228 reviews)
Awesome hotel with a free complimentary upgrade

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Sandpiper Lodge
Inn By The Harbor

Inn By The Harbor

3.5 out of 5
433 W Montecito St Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,858 reviews)
Upon arrival 7:05 PM we were informed that the power will be cut from 6:30 AM to 2:30 PM on the following day. Not hot water, or hot breakfast and the kitchen in the room will not support food we brought with us. The attendant offer us to cancel our booking, or to get a room at their sister hotel, ...

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Inn By The Harbor
Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara

2.5 out of 5
128 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,127 reviews)
Comfortable room, nice breakfast,and Jake the Manager was very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Avania Inn of Santa Barbara
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,045 reviews)
Front desk staff was very helpful and courteous. Rooms were spacious and clean

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
The Milo

The Milo

3.5 out of 5
202 W Cabrillo Blvd Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free bicycles on site, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,530 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay at The Milo Hotel while celebrating our anniversary. The whole trip was special, and sharing it with my amazing wife made it truly unforgettable. The atmosphere was relaxing and romantic, perfect for a quiet getaway together. Our room had a beautiful ocean view, which made ...

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

The Milo
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,110 reviews)
Awesome place for a mini get away to Santa Barbara. The rooms have been recently renovated and the staff is beyond friendly. We booked the king size suite with the sofa bed for ourselves and our two kids. It was like having a little mini apartment to ourselves with the balcony. Plenty of space for ...

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Riviera Beach House

Riviera Beach House

3.5 out of 5
121 State St Santa Barbara CA
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, valet parking (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
Great location and staff was very nice. My only complaint is the bathrooms were a little tight. Highly recommend.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Riviera Beach House
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Top Hotels With Free Airport Shuttle

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
2220 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Clean room. Staff were very courteous. Bird sanctuary was adorable. Comfy pillows. Would stay again.

Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,110 reviews)
Awesome place for a mini get away to Santa Barbara. The rooms have been recently renovated and the staff is beyond friendly. We booked the king size suite with the sofa bed for ourselves and our two kids. It was like having a little mini apartment to ourselves with the balcony. Plenty of space for ...

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real Goleta CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
Regarding amenities, they should have had a recycle bin in the room; also some plant-based options for breakfast - at least non-dairy milk for coffee. Otherwise, fine.

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
401 Storke Rd Goleta CA
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (877 reviews)
Hi The hotel come to my room because there was loud noise all night could not sleep. Please can you make sure that you send me back the payment for my room charge. If you can do this immediately that would be awesome. Please let me know if there’s anything else you need from me. They told me and ...

Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
36 State Street Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (939 reviews)
Amazin

Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026

Hotel Californian
The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
5490 Hollister Ave Santa Barbara CA
Stay at this hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (222 reviews)
We didn’t know about the freeway noise. Would have requested/ paid for a quiet room

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.