Flying from San Jose to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA): What you need to know
Put your plans into motion at Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC), the main airport in San Jose. Look for flights from San Jose to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) that take off from this terminal.
Santa Barbara's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as San Jose. Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is located in Santa Barbara.
To ensure you catch your flight from San Jose to SBA, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so allow even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Arrive up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in San Jose
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport (SJC)
Travelling from central San Jose to SJC takes around 45 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a cab, you'll cover the 6 kilometres in 10 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Looking for a convenient hotel close to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from San Jose to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, these stays will put you moments from check-in:
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport scores top marks for on-time performance. 84.69% of flights that depart SJC arrive at their destination on time.
You'll find SJC at 1701 Airport Boulevard, Suite B-1130.
About Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
If you're arriving on a late flight from San Jose to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these options near SBA:
Follow your own route with a Santa Barbara Municipal Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Alamo or Hertz and discover more of Santa Barbara and beyond.
Booking your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your San Jose to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport flight can help you get a cheaper deal.
You'll find SBA at 500 Fowler Rd..
Getting from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to central Santa Barbara
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Santa Barbara. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 50 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Jose to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
Rs28,039 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from San Jose to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. Return flights start from Rs87,043. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap flights from San Jose to SBA if you book early. Airlines often have some fantastic early bird discounts.
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The best time to fly from San Jose to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
July is when most people book flights from San Jose to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). Visit Santa Barbara in April if you'd rather avoid peak season.
Lock in a San Jose to SBA flight ticket departing in August if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Santa Barbara to range from 16ºC to 29ºC.
February has temperatures of between 6ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap tickets from San Jose to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Santa Barbara
Start your Santa Barbara trip off on the right foot by choosing the perfect place to stay. After booking your flight from San Jose to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, explore our range of accommodation options including:
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Explore more of the United States
Los Angeles is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Santa Barbara. Around 153 kilometres away to the east, its top attractions include Hollywood Sign, Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl.
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