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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 October, 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 15 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 $157, 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 $157 right now, why wait?

Santa Barbara Flight Information
Destination airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Destination airport IATA code
SBA
Roundtrip price
$97

Last Minute Hotel Deals in Santa Barbara

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort

4 out of 5
633 E Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this beach resort in Santa Barbara. Enjoy a full-service spa, 2 restaurants, and 6 outdoor pickleball courts. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (72 reviews)
"We stayed at the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront for our wedding and it was absolutely amazing! The location couldn’t be better—right off the highway, across the street from the beach, and walking distance to everything we needed. The venue itself is beautiful, with comfortable beds, a great resort ..."

Reviewed on Aug 16, 2025

Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort
Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn

3 out of 5
3850 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Best Western Plus Pepper Tree Inn
Hotel Santa Barbara

Hotel Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
533 State St, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"Hotel was luxury, people very nice and helpful.the valet even went and picked up our dinner, since we don’t have door dash !!!!"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Hotel Santa Barbara
Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara

3 out of 5
4770 Calle Real, Hwy 101 and Turnpike Road, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free parking, and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Santa Barbara
West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel

3 out of 5
306 W Cabrillo Blvd, Santa Barbara, CA
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,050 reviews)
"A perfect location with nearby restaurants and the pier. They have free parking, no resort fee that I could see, free breakfast and afternoon wine, cheese and crackers, and a nice pool area."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

West Beach Inn, a Coast Hotel
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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,744 reviews)
Great time in Santa Barbara
"We had a great stay with the family. Was glad i was able to upgrade to a family room. Room was very roomy. Pool and jacuzzi were nice. Loved the location since we had restaurants around and bus stops. Breakfast was good."

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Sandpiper Lodge
Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
4111 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place convenient to the area's attractions."

Reviewed on Aug 14, 2025

Hyatt Place Santa Barbara
Lemon Tree Inn

Lemon Tree Inn

3.5 out of 5
2819 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the pool and the restaurant ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Great quite area yet close enough to drive to the beach, good size rooms, pool & restaurant and bar inside. Good parking, thanks to all the friendly staff."

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

Lemon Tree Inn
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
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
"Clean & clutter free rooms. The pool was lukewarm yet refreshing temperature. Aviary was clean and it was a nice surprise to be able to admire all the finches in their home."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

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
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
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Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

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 ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
Nice amenities at a good price
"The grounds are lovely and relaxing. Unfortunately the jacuzzi was not heated. The pool, though not heated, was a nice swim. Kids enjoyed the ping pong table while we sat under the outdoor Edison lights and I got to crochet. Good variety of sitting spaces to enjoy the garden. The full breakfast was ..."

Reviewed on Aug 15, 2025

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn
Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
401 Storke Rd, Goleta, CA
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (836 reviews)
"Great staff, clean spacious rooms, nice amenities, and close to beach and UCSB"

Reviewed on Aug 13, 2025

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta
Hotel Californian

Hotel Californian

5 out of 5
36 State Street, Santa Barbara, CA
Stay at this 5-star 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! (901 reviews)
"The staff made us feel welcome from the time we arrived to when we checked out. Very accommodating and polite. We had a great little getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. We will definitely be back!"

Reviewed on Aug 11, 2025

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 4-star hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (177 reviews)
"Really nice, clean place. Staff very friendly and professional. Just depending on where your room is located, the surroundings outside can be loud. I would stay again with a room opening to the court yard / swimming pool area."

Reviewed on Aug 7, 2025

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.