Cheap Flights from Orange County (SNA) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from SNA to SBA last minute?
Booking your flight from John Wayne Airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) at the last minute could save you some dough if you happen to find a good deal. However, fares typically don't come down in price as the departure date nears. If you hold off, flights could also be booked out or the best seats taken (because who wants the middle seat?). If you'd rather err on the side of caution, book well ahead of the date you want to leave. Keep in mind that some of the best deals can be found up to 12 months in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released its fares yet, check back regularly as deals are updated on Expedia all the time.
What airports do you fly into for Santa Barbara from Santa Ana?
With Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), Oxnard, CA (OXR) and Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) to select from, connecting from Santa Ana to Santa Barbara is simple. The city's main gateway, Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA), is approximately 13 kilometers west of the downtown area. As well as ticket prices, consider factors like train or bus options from the airport and the distance to your hotel when deciding where to fly into. Get your Santa Barbara trip off on the right foot by checking out Santa Barbara Zoo and Lotusland.
Can I change the date of my flight from John Wayne Airport to Santa Barbara Airport?
It's a cinch to make changes to your SNA to SBA trip yourself. Simply log in to the Expedia Trips portal and click on "change flight." Search for new flights and secure the one that fits your plans. You'll see an estimate of applicable flight change costs. You can also find your way to our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to your questions.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
John Wayne
Destination airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Distance
198 km

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