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Cheapest round-trip
$268
Typical prices: $405-$578
Southwest
Wed 10/24Sat 10/27
SAT - SBA • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$624
Typical prices: $234-$548
Delta
Mon 1/15
SAT - SBA • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Antonio and Santa Barbara. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
July
Cheapest • 48% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Cheapest • Avg $466 (round-trip)
Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS)
Shortest trip • 4h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Antonio to Santa Barbara (SAT-SBA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Antonio to Santa Barbara

Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:20 am - 11:25 amSAT  San Antonio-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:00 am - 3:35 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SAT San Antonio
7h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$267Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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5:00 pm - 9:55 pmSAT  San Antonio-SBA Santa Barbara
6h 55m1 stop Denver Intl
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5:35 am - 1:55 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SAT San Antonio
6h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$268Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 12:00 pmSAT  San Antonio-SBA Santa Barbara
9h 00m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:06 am - 2:08 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SAT San Antonio
6h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$272American Airlines
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
Southwest Logo
3:30 pm - 9:00 pmSAT  San Antonio-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:05 pm - 9:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SAT San Antonio
5h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$273Southwest
Sat, Oct 24 - Tue, Oct 27
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3:30 pm - 9:00 pmSAT  San Antonio-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 30m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:35 am - 2:40 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SAT San Antonio
7h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
$279Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
8:23 am - 12:00 pmSAT  San Antonio-SBA Santa Barbara
5h 37m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:06 am - 2:08 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SAT San Antonio
6h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$291American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 9:58 pmSAT  San Antonio-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 48m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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10:01 am - 4:42 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SAT San Antonio
4h 41m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$291American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
American Airlines Logo
9:22 am - 6:21 pmSAT  San Antonio-SBA Santa Barbara
10h 59m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:06 am - 2:08 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SAT San Antonio
6h 02m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$296American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
American Airlines Logo
7:10 pm - 9:58 pmSAT  San Antonio-SBA Santa Barbara
4h 48m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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12:45 pm - 12:04 amSBA  Santa Barbara-SAT San Antonio
9h 19m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$296American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
6:10 am - 11:25 amSAT  San Antonio-SBA Santa Barbara
7h 15m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:00 am - 2:50 pmSBA  Santa Barbara-SAT San Antonio
6h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$297Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Antonio to Santa Barbara flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Antonio to Santa Barbara?

Round-trip flights from San Antonio to Santa Barbara start at $268. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $405 to $578. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $268 on Southwest.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Antonio to Santa Barbara?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Antonio to Santa Barbara, it is 22% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 23% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for San Antonio to Santa Barbara flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$268
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 8% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 27% increase in price.
Flight from San Antonio to Santa Barbara

When to book flights from San Antonio to Santa Barbara

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Antonio to Santa Barbara based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San Antonio to Santa Barbara flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Antonio to Santa Barbara?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Antonio to Santa Barbara.

  • How long is a flight from San Antonio to Santa Barbara?

    A nonstop flight from San Antonio to Santa Barbara takes 0h 00m, covering 1,294 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Antonio to Santa Barbara?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Antonio to Santa Barbara flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Antonio to Santa Barbara range from $405 to $578, with an average of $467 over the past 12 months. Anything below $405 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from San Antonio to Santa Barbara changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $268 to $796. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Antonio to Santa Barbara looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Antonio to Santa Barbara are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $639, which is 52% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Santa Barbara Airport (SBA)?

    Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $26 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Budget
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Antonio to Santa Barbara?

    Flights from San Antonio to Santa Barbara usually depart from San Antonio (SAT) and arrive at Santa Barbara (SBA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Antonio to Santa Barbara pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Antonio to Santa Barbara most commonly connect through:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 83% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 7% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Antonio to Santa Barbara?

    On the San Antonio to Santa Barbara route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 37%. Sunday is the cheapest day at $365 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $578: a $213 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Antonio to Santa Barbara?

    Flying via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 52m, compared with 5h 07m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) and 5h 46m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between San Antonio and Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara is 2 hours behind San Antonio (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking San Antonio to Santa Barbara flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Sunday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Sunday flights average $365 - about $213 less than Thursday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Antonio to Santa Barbara trip for July. Fares historically average $243 round-trip in that month - typically $351 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Santa Barbara Airport.
    - The Steward, Santa Barbara, a Tribute Portfolio Hotel

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