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The cheapest prices found with in the last 7 days for return flights were CA $191 and CA $96 for one-way flights to Santa Barbara for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply

OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
PDXGoletaDecember 21 to December 25CA $245
PHXGoletaDecember 15 to December 17CA $312
SFOGoletaDecember 13 to December 17CA $327
PAEGoletaJanuary 6 to January 13CA $340
DENGoletaDecember 3 to December 7CA $368
BOSGoletaNovember 14 to November 18CA $525
DFWGoletaDecember 18 to December 21CA $537
EWRGoletaJanuary 18 to January 22CA $558
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel datesFlights from*
SFOGoletaNovember 6 to November 8CA $708
SEAGoletaNovember 8 to November 12CA $992
*Prices include taxes and fees

Your guide to flights to Santa Barbara, CA

Alaska Airlines, Delta fly to Santa Barbara, so use Travelocity to search, find, and compare some truly tempting deals from the 4 airlines—that way you can be sure you’ve found the best deal for you. A flight to Santa Barbara CA currently costs between CA $191 and CA $992. Prices vary, but for the best fares, travel in December when prices are at their lowest.  

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Santa Barbara  

The cheapest flight for a round trip to Santa Barbara is currently CA $191. When you search for flights to Santa Barbara, enter your preferred travel dates then click on ‘flexible dates’ to compare cheap flight tickets to Santa Barbara for nearby days.  The cheapest month to travel to Santa Barbara is December from our list of deals available.  

But if you’re flexible about when you travel, you can find great deals on flights across the year. If you’re planning a vacation, you can save more on Travelocity when you bundle flights with car rental and hotel bookings, too. Many airlines currently offer flexible booking options, so look for flights offering no change fees.   

How to cancel flights to Santa Barbara 

We know plans change, that’s why at Travelocity, we make it as easy as possible for you to cancel or amend your plane tickets. Go to My Trips, enter your itinerary number, then follow the instructions. Many airlines let you cancel flights online free of charge if you booked it in the last 24 hours. Visit Customer Service for more advice.  

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We have top deals on plane tickets even for last minute flights to Santa Barbara, so you can simply type in your travel dates and compare our best prices. Booking with Travelocity means you get flexible cancellation options, 24/7 support, and, thanks to our Price Match Promise, if the airfare drops after you book, you can get a refund! Whether you’re planning a business trip, weekend getaway, or a family vacation—let Travelocity get you to Santa Barbara for less. 

Find The Perfect Hotel For After Your Flight

Amazing Place to Stay After Flight to Santa Barbara

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria North

2 out of 5
4200 Via Real Carpinteria CA
The price is CA $79 per night from Dec 4 to Dec 5
CA $79
CA $96 total
Dec 4 - Dec 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,674 reviews)
"My kids and girl friend loved staying here we will definitely be staying here in the future! The kids really liked the pool"

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026

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Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $142 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
CA $142
CA $161 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
includes taxes & fees
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Inn at Highway 1

Inn at Highway 1

2.5 out of 5
1200 N H St Lompoc CA
The price is CA $130 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
CA $130
CA $147 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
includes taxes & fees
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Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

Vagabond Inn Santa Barbara - Carpinteria South

2 out of 5
5550 Carpinteria Ave Carpinteria CA
The price is CA $106 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
CA $106
CA $128 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carpinteria. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,812 reviews)
"Just stayed over night . No blow dryer , no body wash or anything , only 1 hand soap bar for sink . The bathroom had pieces of hair all around toilet, bathroom floor and in the shower wall and tub . Bed comfy but bathroom grossed me out. Does have fridge and microwave."

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026

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Our Top Santa Barbara hotel with Airport Shuttles

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
2220 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $236 per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
CA $236
CA $270 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
includes taxes & fees
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FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

FOUND Hotels, Santa Barbara, Series by Marriott

3 out of 5
3850 State Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $236 per night from Nov 15 to Nov 16
CA $236
CA $270 total
Nov 15 - Nov 16
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,233 reviews)
"The room was clean and spacious, breakfast sufficient but the carpet was filthy between the two beds. Desperately needed to be cleaned. Put a towel over the area so we could comfortably walk barefoot on it."

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2026

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Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

Best Western Plus South Coast Inn

2.5 out of 5
5620 Calle Real Goleta CA
The price is CA $266 per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
CA $266
CA $304 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,023 reviews)
"The staff were so very friendly and helpful, even when they had to explain the unfortunate situation of the power going out in the neighborhood. Fortunately, the power was restored before evening. The grounds were very clean. We enjoyed the hot breakfast choices."

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026

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Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

Courtyard Santa Barbara Goleta

3 out of 5
401 Storke Rd Goleta CA
The price is CA $345 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
CA $345
CA $394 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
includes taxes & fees
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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.

Luxury Hotels in Santa Barbara

Ojai Valley Inn

Ojai Valley Inn

5 out of 5
905 Country Club Rd Ojai CA
The price is CA $929 per night from Nov 5 to Nov 6
CA $929
CA $1,167 total
Nov 5 - Nov 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Ojai. Enjoy free WiFi, 4 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"Gorgeous hotel, top notch service, excellent food. A spectacular romantic getaway."

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026

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El Encanto Santa Barbara

El Encanto Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
800 Alvarado Place Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $855 per night from Nov 30 to Dec 1
CA $855
CA $1,078 total
Nov 30 - Dec 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 restaurants. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Bowl and Santa Barbara ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (617 reviews)
"Just wonderful can’t wait to go back"

Reviewed on Nov 3, 2026

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The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
8301 Hollister Avenue Goleta CA
The price is CA $878 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
CA $878
CA $1,124 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this luxury resort in Goleta. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were nice however the main pool was closed which was something I looked forward to and was very disappointing"

Reviewed on Oct 29, 2026

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Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara

5 out of 5
1260 Channel Dr Santa Barbara CA
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Santa Barbara. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Santa Barbara Zoo and Santa ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (656 reviews)
"we had an unfortunate experience with insects. property was neautiful as usual and staff was very acomodating."

Reviewed on Mar 19, 2020

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Family Friendly Hotels in Santa Barbara

Sandpiper Lodge

Sandpiper Lodge

2 out of 5
3525 State St Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $142 per night from Nov 4 to Nov 5
CA $142
CA $161 total
Nov 4 - Nov 5
includes taxes & fees
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Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

Best Western Plus Santa Barbara

3.5 out of 5
2220 Bath Street Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $236 per night from Nov 10 to Nov 11
CA $236
CA $270 total
Nov 10 - Nov 11
includes taxes & fees
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Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

Corque Hotel, Solvang, A Tribute Portfolio Hotel

4 out of 5
400 Alisal Rd. Solvang CA
The price is CA $260 per night from Dec 3 to Dec 4
CA $260
CA $301 total
Dec 3 - Dec 4
includes taxes & fees
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Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

Brisas del Mar, Inn at the Beach

3.5 out of 5
223 Castillo St Santa Barbara CA
The price is CA $342 per night from Nov 9 to Nov 10
CA $342
CA $390 total
Nov 9 - Nov 10
includes taxes & fees
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 helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,474 reviews)
"The staff was excellent...it even had a nice little selection of food for breakfast. Good location to the beach and shopping. The hotel itself needs a redo. It seem like it was built in late 60's early 70's and it looks it inside."

Reviewed on Nov 2, 2026

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Flights To Santa Barbara

Standing on top of a hill, your face craned toward the sun, any plans you had to check in at work go out the window. You’re on vacation, and you’re going to soak up every blissful moment. The best of the beach and inland wine country are at your disposal. You’ll get sand between your toes and then take a day trip out to a scenic vineyard, where rolling hills and meticulously arranged vines permeate the landscape. Back in the city, Mediterranean-style red roofs take your imagination to a place thousands of miles away. Where the salt of the Pacific Ocean and the all-knowing breezes of the Santa Ynez Mountains meet, that’s where your travel companions can find you, wise wanderer. Gazing into the distance and dreaming up your next big adventure. Welcome to Santa Barbara.

The Central California coast is beckoning you to enjoy the best of land and seas. Book one of our cheap flights to Santa Barbara on Travelocity today, and soon you’ll be investigating the best of a respected wine region and nibbling on fine food.

Transportation From SBA

Flights to Santa Barbara land at the Santa Barbara Airport (SBA), and there are plenty of hotels nearby that make for a relaxing place to wind down after your flight. Getting to your accommodation is as easy as a Santa Barbara breeze, because there are lots of ways to get there. Courtesy shuttle buses run between the airport and certain hotels, and you can book a door-to-door shuttle to any destination. You can also hop on the public bus, available from the Moffett Road station just across from the terminal. If you want a private ride, hail a cab at the curb. If you want to explore Greater Santa Barbara on your own schedule, rent a car while you’re booking airfare to Santa Barbara. With your own set of wheels, you may as well have the keys to the city.

Hotels near SBA

After a day of exploring wine country and the serenity of beach life, you’ll want a place to lay your head where you can achieve true bliss. After you book one of our best Santa Barbara flights, make plans to stay in one of these hotels and your vacation in paradise will be one for the record books:

  • The Fess Parker Santa Barbara - DoubleTree by Hilton Resort: This beachfront hotel feeds your spirit and your palate. Dine at one of five restaurants before you go for a walk on the coast. Take advantage of a wine package, and you’ll be sipping on fermented gold in style.
  • Bacara Resort & Spa: A luxury hotel with on-site yoga classes and beachfront dining. Ah, that’s your style. Throw in the private in-room fireplaces and the exceptional service, and the Bacara Resort & Spa has you feeling like you’ve come home.
  • Hotel Milo Santa Barbara: Take advantage of the privacy at a boutique hotel when you stay at Hotel Milo. The beach-chic motif is charming and the architecture reminds you of another time. Read in the garden before you head out for the day.
  • Four Seasons Resort The Biltmore Santa Barbara: Spread across 22 acres, this stunning hotel really is one of a kind. Serene gardens give way to patio dining and luxury service always leaves you feeling pampered.

Things to Do in Santa Barbara

You’ve gotten tickets to Santa Barbara and you brought your eager taste buds along with a reverence for history. Good news, wise wanderer, the central coast will satiate your hunger for all things cultural and epicurean. Begin your tour of the city with a stop at from the Spanish Mission, one of the most visited and beloved of all California missions. Make sure you stop at the Stearns Wharf for a bite before you explore the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden and venture east toward the wineries. Between the Historic District and the quaint downtown shops, you might forget about the miles of coastline just waiting for you to sink your toes into the sand and surf. Don’t worry, the gentle crash of its waves is always there to remind you.

Flights to Santa Barbara, California are your ticket to paradise, wise wanderer. The boutiques of State Street and exhibits at the Santa Barbara County Courthouse are just the beginning of your adventure. Get your tickets to Santa Barbara today, and the road to sand and sun will come into view.

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