Flights to Santa Barbara from $ 152*

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United's most popular flights to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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San Francisco (SFO)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
01/10/26 - 01/13/26
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$ 259
Viewed: 14 hours ago
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Denver (DEN)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
01/15/26 - 01/22/26
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$ 211
Viewed: 18 hours ago
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Economy

Chicago (ORD)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
02/11/26 - 02/15/26
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$ 284
Viewed: 15 hours ago
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Economy

Newark/New York (EWR)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
03/01/26 - 03/05/26
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$ 367
Viewed: 17 hours ago
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Economy

Boston (BOS)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
01/17/26 - 01/20/26
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$ 312
Viewed: 19 hours ago
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Economy

Seattle (SEA)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
01/21/26 - 01/24/26
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$ 152
Viewed: 14 hours ago
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Economy

Washington, D.C. (IAD)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
01/17/26 - 01/20/26
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$ 307
Viewed: 23 hours ago
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Economy

Los Angeles (LAX)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
01/06/26 - 01/10/26
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$ 179
Viewed: 16 hours ago
Roundtrip
Economy

*Prices have been available for round trips within the last 48 hours and may not be currently available. For Economy class, fares listed may be Basic Economy, which is our most restrictive fare option and subject to additional restrictions. Additional baggage charges and fees for other optional service may apply. Other terms and conditions may apply. Schedules are subject to change without notice.


United is sponsoring the 20th World of Pinot Noir from March 5–7, 2020, at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara in Santa Barbara, California. The annual event features more than 200 of the world’s best pinot noir producers, including wineries from France, Italy, California, Oregon, Chile, New Zealand and more. The weekend celebration includes in-depth wine seminars, two grand tastings, gourmet pairing dinners and parties, where you'll be able to sip the world’s most preeminent wines, indulge in some of California’s best cuisine and mingle with the winemakers. For tickets, please visit worldofpinotnoir.com/tickets

Business class deals on flights to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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San Francisco (SFO)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
01/06/26 - 01/08/26

Roundtrip

Business

from
$ 429
Viewed: 6 hours ago

Denver (DEN)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
01/31/26 - 02/02/26

Roundtrip

Business

from
$ 581
Viewed: 1 hour ago

Chicago (ORD)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
01/08/26 - 01/11/26

Roundtrip

Business

from
$ 948
Viewed: 1 day ago

Newark/New York (EWR)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
12/08/25 - 12/11/25

Roundtrip

Business

from
$ 1,690
Viewed: 1 day ago

Boston (BOS)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
04/01/26 - 04/05/26

Roundtrip

Business

from
$ 1,212
Viewed: 6 hours ago

Seattle (SEA)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
01/06/26 - 01/09/26

Roundtrip

Business

from
$ 592
Viewed: 1 day ago

Washington, D.C. (IAD)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
01/06/26 - 01/10/26

Roundtrip

Business

from
$ 1,125
Viewed: 7 hours ago

Los Angeles (LAX)to

Santa Barbara (SBA)
01/01/26 - 01/15/26

Roundtrip

Business

from
$ 349
Viewed: 2 hours ago

*Prices have been available for round trips within the last 48 hours and may not be currently available. For Economy class, fares listed may be Basic Economy, which is our most restrictive fare option and subject to additional restrictions. Additional baggage charges and fees for other optional service may apply. Other terms and conditions may apply. Schedules are subject to change without notice.

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Things to do after your flight to Santa Barbara (SBA)

Fly to Santa Barbara, California, with United Airlines from more than 200 airports within the United States and an additional 100 airports internationally.

Santa Barbara’s top attractions

  • Relax on popular beaches such as East Beach and Leadbetter Beach.
  • Tour the County Courthouse, known for its colorful murals and frescoes, ornate tiling and architecture.
  • Visit the Old Mission Santa Barbara.
  • Stroll the Botanic Garden, home to rare plants from around the world.
  • Dive into the local history at Santa Barbara Historical Museum.
  • Enjoy the ocean views and the dining and shopping options at Stearns Wharf.

Best time to travel to Santa Barbara

Visit Santa Barbara year-round for pleasant weather, though you may want plan in advance for summer trips, as many travelers visit. In spring, take part in the Whale Festival and the Santa Barbara Kite Festival. Popular summer events include the Santa Barbara Summer Solstice Celebration, the Santa Barbara Annual Greek Festival, the Santa Barbara French Festival and Old Spanish Days Fiesta. The Santa Barbara Harbor and Seafood Festival takes place in fall, and the Parade of Lights and Winterfest are seasonal highlights. You can visit Santa Barbara or nearby cities when you fly to California on United.