Flying from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA): what you need to know
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your SAT to SBA flight.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? School holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Antonio International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between SAT and SBA include:
Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
Currently, AED 783 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is AED 1,544. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from SAT to SBA. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport across the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your trip dates aren't set in stone.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll send you an update as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from SAT to SBA.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from San Antonio International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport.
Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
You'll find SAT at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
San Antonio International Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 83.17% of flights that take off from SAT arrive at their destination as scheduled.
San Antonio International Airport is about 19 kilometers from central San Antonio. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the center, it'll take 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels close to SAT:
Arriving at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
Reserve a hotel near SBA if you're catching a late San Antonio International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Grab a Santa Barbara Municipal Airport rental car and discover Santa Barbara and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Alamo and Hertz are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by booking your vehicle from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport about three weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to central Santa Barbara
SBA is located at 500 Fowler Rd..
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to central Santa Barbara has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometers away.
Getting to the center on public transport takes about 50 minutes.
When to fly to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Santa Barbara. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in March.
Lock in your flight from San Antonio International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport for August if you'd like to go to Santa Barbara during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SAT to SBA in February. Temperatures average between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Santa Barbara, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 137 kilometers east to Los Angeles to check off its must-visit sights. From Griffith Observatory to The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Around 306 kilometers south-east of Santa Barbara, San Diego is another essential stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
