Travelling from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Seattle: what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle and you'll be in the air for around 2 hours 30 minutes.
Santa Barbara (the location of Santa Barbara Municipal Airport) and Seattle are in the same timezone — UTC-7.
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) is the most popular route, with ten flights a week to choose from. You can travel from SBA to SEA at 11:09 with Alaska Airlines.
Give yourself plenty of time to get on your SBA to Seattle flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Heading away during a peak time like school or public holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Begin your trip at SBA and travel nonstop to Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA). That's where you can expect to touch down when searching for Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle tickets.
Book your ticket with Alaska Airlines. This well-known airline offers direct flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle.
Located around 13 kilometres from the centre of Santa Barbara, SBA can be reached in about 15 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Looking for a hotel close to SBA? If you're catching an early flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle, these accommodation options put the terminal practically at your doorstep:
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport earns top marks for its on-time performance. 84.29% of flights that take off from SBA reach their destination without delay.
SBA's address is 500 Fowler Rd..
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Seattle
Rs24,890 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle flight. A return ticket right now is Rs54,618. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Get cheap flights from SBA to Seattle by booking six months ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for picking up a bargain.
The best month for landing cheap Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle tickets is October. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates with the lowest fares.
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Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to the centre of Seattle takes around 20 minutes by car. The centre is roughly 23 kilometres away.
It'll take around 55 minutes if you're using public transport.
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle. Reserve one of these accommodation options near SEA instead:
Begin your adventure by picking up a Seattle-Tacoma International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Thrifty, Europcar or Budget and explore beyond Seattle's main sights.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Seattle-Tacoma International Airport around one week ahead of your flight from SBA to Seattle.
Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE)
After your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle has touched down, you can make your way to the city centre in around 10 minutes by car. Central Seattle is roughly 3 kilometres from Lake Union Sea Plane Base Airport (LKE).
Public transport will get you there in about 25 minutes.
There are some great places to park your luggage (and yourself) near LKE. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your SBA to Seattle flight at any of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Seattle
Carefully consider your travel dates before booking your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle. The city buzzes in peak season, but rates are typically higher and attractions can be busy. Go to Seattle in low season if you like a more relaxed vibe.
When booking your Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle flight ticket, think about what kind of weather works for you. August is the warmest month in Seattle, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC to 28ºC.
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SBA to Seattle in February when temperatures average between -1ºC and 11ºC.
More about Seattle
Start your Seattle trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Seattle, explore our range of accommodation options including:
LMN Architects and Greyhound: Bus Station are just the start of the major attractions to put on your Seattle must-do list. Continue your sightseeing adventures at Boeing Radiation Effects Lab.
Explore more of United States
Seattle has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometres south of Seattle, a visit to Portland will keep you busy. Start with attractions like Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland Japanese Garden and Pittock Mansion.
Around 370 kilometres east of Seattle, Spokane is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Manito Park, Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture and Spokane Falls.
