Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to San Francisco from R1 350

If you’re not able to fly to San Francisco in September, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Santa Barbara to San Francisco during August average around R4 983.

The cheapest day to depart from Santa Barbara to San Francisco is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as R3 525. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Wednesday, with ticket prices averaging around R3 677.

Fly from Santa Barbara to San Francisco for the best Santa Barbara - San Francisco flight prices

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Santa Barbara when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around R5 860 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Santa Barbara for as low as R1 950 on momondo.

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Santa Barbara to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

As of October 2026, prices for Santa Barbara to San Francisco flights are approximately 41% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

As of October 2026, there are 13 flights per day flying from Santa Barbara to San Francisco. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00, with 47% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

As of October 2026, there are 92 flights per week flying from Santa Barbara to San Francisco. The most common day of the week flights depart is Fri, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.