Travelling from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA): what you need to know
Around 55 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport.
You can choose from 20 weekly Los Angeles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport flights. The 09:20 departure with United Airlines is the earliest flight available. United Airlines operates the last service of the day at 23:03.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Show up at the airport on time to catch your LAX to SBA flight.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
United Airlines is your gateway to discovering Santa Barbara (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Check out the direct flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport offered by this airline.
United Airlines is the airline most travellers choose for this route.
With 77.78% of its services arriving as scheduled, United Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering LAX to SBA flights.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Los Angeles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between LAX and SBA:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
Sacramento International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
Right now, R 3,355 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Los Angeles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is R 3,210. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
Book 11 months before you travel. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from LAX to SBA.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from LAX to SBA by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Los Angeles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
The address for LAX is One World Way.
Los Angeles International Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from LAX land on schedule 81.05% of the time.
Central Los Angeles to Los Angeles International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a trip time of around 55 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to LAX? If you're catching an early flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a Los Angeles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near SBA instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Santa Barbara Municipal Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Dollar, Alamo or Hertz and venture far and wide through Santa Barbara and beyond.
For the best deal, book your ride from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport around three weeks before your trip.
Getting from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to central Santa Barbara
You'll find SBA at 500 Fowler Rd..
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from the centre of Santa Barbara. The drive time takes about 15 minutes.
It takes roughly 50 minutes if you're using public transport.
When to fly to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
The quietest month for a flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the ideal time to go to Santa Barbara based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
When booking your flight from Los Angeles International Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, consider the type of weather you like. August is the warmest month in Santa Barbara, with the temperature ranging from 16ºC (61ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from LAX to SBA in February. Average temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Santa Barbara. Around 137 kilometres away to the east, popular attractions include Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.
San Diego is another essential stop in United States and is around 306 kilometres south-east of Santa Barbara. No trip is complete without a visit to San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego.
