SBA - SJC

$158 Find Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose departing on 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Santa Barbara to San Jose, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Santa Barbara to San Jose, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$283
Alaska Airlines
Tue 7/14Wed 7/15
SBA - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$158
Typical prices: $285-$324
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/15
SBA - SJC • 1 stop
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Alaska Airlines
Cheapest • from $283 (round-trip)
Southwest
Best reviews • 7.9 score
Airline reviews
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Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Santa Barbara and San Jose. You'll need at least 1 connection.
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San Francisco (SFO)
Cheapest • Avg $368 (round-trip)
Las Vegas (LAS)
Shortest trip • 3h 36m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose (SBA-SJC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Santa Barbara to San Jose

Tue, Jul 14 - Wed, Jul 15
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:42 pm - 7:11 pm
SBA
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SJC
5h 29m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:03 am - 11:44 pm
SJC
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SBA
13h 41m
1 stop
$283Alaska Airlines
Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 17
Southwest Logo
12:30 pm - 4:10 pm
SBA
-
SJC
3h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:10 pm - 10:10 pm
SJC
-
SBA
5h 00m
1 stop
$288Southwest
Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 17
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 9:10 am
SBA
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SJC
3h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 10:10 pm
SJC
-
SBA
7h 30m
2 stops
$293Southwest
Sat, Jul 4 - Mon, Jul 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:26 am
SBA
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SJC
3h 26m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:12 pm - 11:44 pm
SJC
-
SBA
3h 32m
1 stop
$311Alaska Airlines
Tue, Jul 14 - Wed, Jul 15
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:11 pm
SBA
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SJC
13h 11m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:03 am - 1:51 pm
SJC
-
SBA
3h 48m
1 stop
$323Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jul 15 - Wed, Jul 22
Southwest Logo
10:25 am - 5:40 pm
SBA
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SJC
7h 15m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
4:50 pm - 10:30 pm
SJC
-
SBA
5h 40m
1 stop
$328Southwest
Tue, Jul 7 - Thu, Jul 9
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:11 pm
SBA
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SJC
13h 11m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:13 am - 2:02 pm
SJC
-
SBA
6h 49m
1 stop
$333Alaska Airlines
Mon, Aug 17 - Mon, Aug 17
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 1:35 pm
SBA
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SJC
7h 00m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 10:10 pm
SJC
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SBA
7h 30m
2 stops
$338Southwest
Thu, Jul 23 - Thu, Jul 30
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:42 pm - 6:00 pm
SBA
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SJC
4h 18m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:13 am - 2:02 pm
SJC
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SBA
6h 49m
1 stop
$341Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jul 22 - Mon, Jul 27
Southwest Logo
2:05 pm - 5:40 pm
SBA
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SJC
3h 35m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 10:40 am
SJC
-
SBA
4h 40m
1 stop
$345Southwest
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Santa Barbara to San Jose flights

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Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

The cheapest round-trip price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 5 days.

In the past 5 days, the cheapest round-trip tickets from Santa Barbara to San Jose were found on Alaska Airlines ($283) and Southwest ($288).

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Cheapest flight$158
Flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose

When to book flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Santa Barbara to San Jose based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose

  • What is the cheapest flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose was $158 for a one-way ticket and $283 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Santa Barbara and San Jose?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Santa Barbara to San Jose. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Jose from Santa Barbara is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Jose with an airline and back to Santa Barbara with another airline. Booking your flights between Santa Barbara and SJC can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Jose from Santa Barbara up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Reviews of the top airline flying from Santa Barbara to San Jose

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Santa Barbara to San Jose. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Santa Barbara to San Jose? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4235 reviews
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
Airline reviews

The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

4.0 OkayAnonymous, May 2026
MDW - LAX
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The first time I flew in the extra legroom section. It was difficult to notice a difference. I had bad luck with my neighbors. The crew was okay. Southwest has reduced the live TV options.

No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

Plane was clean and comfortable. Flight attendants and gate staff were professional, friendly and efficient. Boarding and deplaning were orderly and efficient. All in all, the typical excellent Southwest experience.

Not having a five hour delay with little notice! The crew was very kind, though, and just as tired as we passengers were. The flight didn't depart until nearly 1 am...and no reason was ever given.

This leg was much better, but we did have to have a 3 hour lay o er after coming from a very exhausting hiccup with our flight from BNA to Den

The Air hostess were very rude on my flight from Houston to Austin . Their regular communication itself felt a they are shouting at people.

Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

No food or entertainment, just a quick 40 minute flight. A little bumpy due to Santa Ana winds but pilot has no control over that. Good flight and landing!

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

Everything you need to know for your flight from Santa Barbara to San Jose

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Santa Barbara (SBA)
San Jose (SJC)