Flying from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA): what you need to know
Start your trip planning by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). Explore the options for taking off from Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), two of the city's main airports.
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is located in Santa Barbara. The city operates in the UTC-7 timezone and is 3 hours behind Tampa.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Be at the airport on time to catch your flight from Tampa to SBA.
Peak months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer waits at check-in and security. Play it safe and head to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart move.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
TPA is roughly 13 kilometres from central Tampa. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This useful travel app will give you the fastest route and available public transport options.
Need a convenient hotel near Tampa International Airport? If you're boarding an early flight from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
About Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SBA instead:
Getting from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to central Santa Barbara
From Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, Santa Barbara is approximately 16 kilometres away. It takes around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes around 49 minutes if you're using public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is ر.ق. 1,698. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 1,075. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from Tampa to SBA. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the departure date.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport.
Locking in a cheap ticket from Tampa to SBA is a breeze with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as the price has dropped.
Make the most of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.
The best time to fly from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. July is the most popular month to travel to Santa Barbara. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from Tampa to SBA, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. August is the warmest month in Santa Barbara, with temperatures ranging from 16ºC to 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport in February if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Santa Barbara
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Santa Barbara right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport:
One of the best ways to experience Santa Barbara is to visit its most popular sights. Highlights include Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara County Courthouse and State Street.
Complete your Santa Barbara trip with a car rental
Once you've locked in your hotel and cheap flight from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, the next task is choosing one of our car rentals in Santa Barbara. Explore the offers and easily compare options on price, pick-up convenience, fuel policies, and more.
