Cheapest Direct Flight
Alaska Airlines
24 Sep, Thu
Santa Barbara – San Diego
1h 4m
Non-stop
SBA–SAN
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Quick Flight Summary from Santa Barbara to San Diego
Key numbers to know before you book
- Lowest recent price $178
- Direct flight duration 1 hour 4 min
- Arrival airports SAN / CLD / NKX / NZY
- Best days to book Thursday, Sunday
- Average over the last 30 days $194
Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to San Diego
Alaska Airlines
20 Sep, Sun
Santa Barbara – San Diego
1h 5m
Non-stop
SBA–SAN
Alaska Airlines
27 Sep, Sun
Santa Barbara – San Diego
1h 5m
Non-stop
SBA–SAN
Alaska Airlines
22 Sep, Tue
Santa Barbara – San Diego
1h 4m
Non-stop
SBA–SAN
Alaska Airlines
23 Sep, Wed
Santa Barbara – San Diego
1h 5m
Non-stop
SBA–SAN
Alaska Airlines
18 Sep, Fri
Santa Barbara – San Diego
1h 4m
Non-stop
SBA–SAN
Alaska Airlines
25 Sep, Fri
Santa Barbara – San Diego
1h 4m
Non-stop
SBA–SAN
Last update: 17 September 2026 11:08
Estimated Prices for Santa Barbara to San Diego Flights
Cheapest Day24 September Thursday
Best Price
$172
Average Price
$189
$229
$172
Key Features of the Airlines
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- Best LCC Middle East
- Flexible Rebooking
- Wide Domestic Network
- Turkey's LCC Leader
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- Wide Turkish Network
- Star Alliance Member
- Complimentary Meals
- 2x23kg Baggage
- Lowest Fares
- Hajj & Umrah Specialist
- Easy Mobile Booking
Information compiled by AI. For the most up-to-date information, contact the airline.
Transportation to San Diego City Center from Airport
San Diego Intl. Airport
an Diego International Airport is 5 kilometers away from the city center. It is only 10 minutes away from the city. There are many options for airport transportation. If you want to take advantage of these options, you can benefit from shuttle services, metro-bus or taxi.
Airport Shuttle Services
There are shuttle services from the airport to the city center. Shuttle fee per person is 15 dollars. You can easily reach the city center using these services.
Metro-Bus
One of the most preferred options for transportation is the metro-bus type vehicles, also known as “The Flyer”. The shuttle departs from the airport every 10 minutes. The metro-bus vehicles also have special rooms designed for you to put your luggage. So, you can reach the city center affordably and comfortably.
Taxi
Taxi is the most widely used means of transport in airport transfer. You can easily reach wherever you want, whether it is your hotel or anywhere in the city center. The taxi fare is usually low for the near neighborhoods. However, it is worth noting that you also need to tip the taxi driver up to 15% of the overall fare.
Rent a car
Although San Diego is a very big city, there is not much traffic problem in the city. With this in mind, you can rent a car. You can benefit from the companies at the airport such as Avis, National and Hertz as well as the companies at the city center.
San Diego Weather
5-Day Forecast • Min / Max Temperature
Wednesday
16 Sep
25°19°
Today
Thursday
17 Sep
24°17°
Friday
18 Sep
24°18°
Saturday
19 Sep
25°20°
Sunday
20 Sep
24°21°
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Frequently Asked Questions
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Santa Barbara-San Diego flights?
How does Wingie offer the cheapest Santa Barbara-San Diego flights?
When you search for Santa Barbara-San Diego flights, Wingie directly gathers and compares instant data from all airlines. You can see all Santa Barbara-San Diego flights together for the date you are looking for and choose the most suitable flight.
Which airports can I use for Santa Barbara-San Diego flights?
Which airports can I use for Santa Barbara-San Diego flights?
For Santa Barbara-San Diego flights, you can use Santa Barbara Municipal Airport as departure airport, and San Diego Intl. Airport, McClellan Palomar Airport, Marine Corps Miramar Airport, NAS North Island Airport for arrival.
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Santa Barbara-San Diego and how long does the flight take?
How many kilometers is the flight distance from Santa Barbara-San Diego and how long does the flight take?
The flight distance between Santa Barbara-San Diego is 295 kilometers in total. The flight between the two cities takes 1 hour.
Which day is the most convenient for Santa Barbara-San Diego flights?
Which day is the most convenient for Santa Barbara-San Diego flights?
When the average prices are examined, the most suitable day for Santa Barbara-San Diego flights is Wednesday.
Santa Barbara-San Diego: which airline is better value on this route?
Santa Barbara-San Diego: which airline is better value on this route?
On this route, low-cost airlines typically offer fares that include only cabin and hand baggage. Full-service airlines may include baggage and refreshment fees in the base price. The best option varies according to baggage needs. Based on current data, the lowest fare on this route with Alaska Airlines starts from approximately $172.
| Airline | Price | Standard inclusions |
|---|---|---|
 Alaska Airlines | $172 | — |
Last update: 15.09.2026
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