Travelling from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sacramento: what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Sacramento is 1 hour 15 minutes.
Sacramento's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Santa Barbara (the location of Santa Barbara Municipal Airport).
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is the most traveled route, with four departures a week to choose from. You can fly from SBA to SMF at 10:10 with Southwest Airlines.
For a relaxed start to your SBA to Sacramento flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
If you're flying during a major holiday or another peak period, allow extra time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.
Start your trip at SBA and fly nonstop to Sacramento International Airport (SMF). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Sacramento tickets.
Southwest Airlines is a leading airline that operates direct flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Sacramento.
SBA is about 13 kilometres from central Santa Barbara. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 50 minutes.
In search of a hotel near SBA? If you've booked an early flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Sacramento, these stays will get you from your pillow to the plane in no time:
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport gets high marks for on-time performance. 84.29% of flights that depart SBA arrive at their destination on time.
SBA's address is 500 Fowler Rd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Sacramento
R 3,137 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Sacramento flight. Return flight tickets start from R 5,084. These fares can change based on demand.
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Airports in Sacramento
Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) is around 19 kilometres from the centre of Sacramento. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes about 15 minutes.
Getting there by public transport takes around 25 minutes.
Consider staying at Holiday Inn Express & Suites Sacramento Airport Natomas after touching down from your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Sacramento. It's a quick drive from SMF and a good option if you want to rest shortly after arriving.
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Sacramento International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Dollar or Budget and explore beyond Sacramento's main sights.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Sacramento International Airport around two weeks in advance of your flight from SBA to Sacramento.
You'll find SMF at 6900 Airport Boulevard.
Stockton Airport (SCK)
Central Sacramento is located around 88 kilometres from Stockton Airport (SCK). Once your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Sacramento has hit the runway and you've made your way to arrivals, the drive should be around 55 minutes.
If you choose to travel on public transport, the ride to the centre takes 3 hours 20 minutes or so.
After stepping off your SBA to Sacramento flight, head for the comforts of a hotel near SCK. Consider booking a room at Holiday Inn Express Stockton Southeast. Hampton Inn by Hilton Stockton is another place where you can relax and figure out your next steps.
Stockton Airport is located at 5000 South Airport Way, Room 202.
Best time to go to Sacramento
Carefully consider your dates before booking your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Sacramento. The city buzzes in high season, but rates are often higher and attractions can get crowded. Visit Sacramento in the off-season if you prefer a more relaxed vibe.
Lock in a Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Sacramento flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 15ºC (59ºF) to 37ºC (99ºF).
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SBA to Sacramento in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF).
More about Sacramento
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the top stays in Sacramento right here. Check out these options once you've booked your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Sacramento:
All great adventures should include some sightseeing. Crocker Art Museum, Old Sacramento State Historic Park and Discovery Park are must-visits when exploring Sacramento.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored after you've experienced Sacramento. Around 145 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
If you want to check out another major destination in United States, head for San Francisco, roughly 121 kilometres south-west of Sacramento. Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street are highlights.
