Cheap Flights to Santa Maria , CA from CA $147

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How much is the cheapest flight to Santa Maria?

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $147 for one-way flights and CA $289 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Mon., Jan. 13 - Mon., Jan. 27
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SBP
San Luis Obispo County Regional
CA $289 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
CA $289
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon., Jan. 13 from Los Angeles Intl. to San Luis Obispo County Regional, returning Mon., Jan. 27, priced at CA $289 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Mon., Jan. 13 - Tue., Jan. 28
LAX
Los Angeles Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
CA $393 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
CA $393
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Mon., Jan. 13 from Los Angeles Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Tue., Jan. 28, priced at CA $393 found 13 hours ago
Delta
Tue., Jan. 21 - Mon., Feb. 3
YYC
Calgary Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
CA $394 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
CA $394
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue., Jan. 21 from Calgary Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Mon., Feb. 3, priced at CA $394 found 16 hours ago
United
Tue., Dec. 17 - Wed., Dec. 25
YVR
Vancouver Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
CA $394 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
CA $394
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue., Dec. 17 from Vancouver Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Wed., Dec. 25, priced at CA $394 found 13 hours ago
Air Canada
Fri., Jan. 10 - Fri., Jan. 10
YYZ
Pearson Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
CA $406 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
CA $406
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Fri., Jan. 10 from Pearson Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Fri., Jan. 10, priced at CA $406 found 12 hours ago
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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Santa Maria's airport?
Santa Maria has just one airport, Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX).
How far is Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) from central Santa Maria?
SMX is just a short cab ride from downtown Santa Maria. You’ll find it 6 kilometres from the center of the city.
What airport is best to fly into Santa Maria?
Santa Maria is a major transportation hub. Every day, countless people fly in and out of SBA (80 kilometres from downtown) and McChesney Field (40 kilometres from downtown). Santa Maria Public Airport (SMX) (6 kilometres from downtown) also sees its fair share of air traffic.
How many airlines fly to Santa Maria?
There are a total of 5 airlines connecting Santa Maria with 11 airports around the world.
Which airlines fly to Santa Maria?
United Airlines and Southwest Airlines operate the most flights to Santa Maria. One of the most common ways to travel there is on a United Airlines flight from Denver.
How many nonstop flights are there to Santa Maria?
Flying to a new place is much simpler when there aren’t any stopovers to worry about. If you’re heading to Santa Maria, the awesome news is that there are 227 direct flights each week.
Where are the most popular flights to Santa Maria departing from?
Travelers frequently jet off from San Francisco, Denver and Phoenix airports when going to Santa Maria.
How long is the flight to Santa Maria Airport?
If it’s Denver you’re leaving behind, you’ll be in the air for around 2 hours and 46 minutes before you touchdown in Santa Maria. Airport to airport from San Francisco generally takes 1 hour and 11 minutes and from Phoenix, the flight time is 1 hour and 40 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to Santa Maria?
We all know those fortunate travelers who somehow manage to land super cheap airfares whenever they fly. Want to know how to do it for your Santa Maria vacation? Don’t leave it until the very last minute to secure your flight. Another excellent way to nab the most affordable fare is to compare all options. If where you’re headed has multiple airports, don’t forget to look into the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. And finally, don’t forget that the early bird catches the worm. Know what a typical airfare costs and have your credit card ready to snap up a ticket as soon as you see an unbeatable bargain. The sweetest deals don’t last long.
How to survive the flight to Santa Maria?
We’ve rounded up all the info you need to make your flight as enjoyable as possible. Follow our tips and you’ll be breezing through airport security and having a blast in Santa Maria in no time flat.What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • Firstly, and most importantly, pack your passport, travel documents, bank cards and medications. Next, you’ll want some entertainment to while away the hours. A thrilling novel and a laptop crammed with your favorite shows are some great options. If you hope to take a short snooze, a neck pillow and a pair of noise-canceling headphones will also come in handy. Finally, squeeze in a toothbrush and some deodorant so you’ll hop off the plane feeling fresh as a daisy.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Put all your full-sized bottles of shampoo and hair gel in your checked luggage. Any liquids in your carry-on bag larger than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) will be confiscated. Sharp or pointed objects, like a Swiss Army knife, and dangerous goods which are flammable or explosive, such as spray paint, flares and fuels, are also banned.

What to wear on a flight:

  • Your goal here is to feel as comfortable as possible. Layer yourself up in breathable clothing and remember to bring a pullover in case it gets cold in the cabin. Pick a pair of roomy, flat shoes as it’s possible that your feet and ankles will swell during the journey. Leave the high heels and heavy hiking boots in your checked luggage.
  • Caused by sustained periods of inactivity, deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a blood clot condition that can affect some passengers during long flights. The good news is there are ways to lower your risk of developing it. Stay well hydrated, walk around the cabin as much as possible and wear compression socks or tights.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Santa Maria?
The secret is to be organized before you get to security. That way, you’ll be hopping onto that plane to Santa Maria in next to no time. Follow these helpful tips and get your trip off to a spectacular start:

  • Your ID and travel documents will need to be shown to airport security. Keep them at hand to avoid fumbling around for them.
  • Next up is the X-ray machine. Remove anything on you that is likely to set off the alarm. This includes items like headphones or earphones, as well as heavy coats or jackets. They’ll need to be placed on the conveyor belt for screening.
  • For just a few moments, you’ll need to unplug from the digital world. Your phone, tablet and any other electronic devices also need to go through the scanner.
  • Traveling with your favorite hand and nail cream? No problem. As long as the volume is no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 milliliters) and it’s stored in a clear zip-close bag, it’s OK to bring with you in your carry-on bag.
  • Choosing your footwear wisely can save you several valuable minutes. Boots are often required to be removed and X-rayed separately. Lightweight sneakers are usually not.
  • Avoid taking prohibited items in your carry-on bag. If you have any sharp objects like a pocket knife or tools, pack them in your checked baggage. They won’t be allowed on board.

Flights to Santa Maria information
Destination airport
Santa Barbara Municipal
Destination airport IATA code
SBA
Destination city name
Santa Barbara
Roundtrip price
CA $394

Trending flights to Santa Maria

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $147 for one-way flights and CA $289 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Delta
Tue., Jan. 21 - Mon., Feb. 3
YYC
Calgary Intl.
SBA
Santa Barbara Municipal
CA $394 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
CA $394
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue., Jan. 21 from Calgary Intl. to Santa Barbara Municipal, returning Mon., Feb. 3, priced at CA $394 found 16 hours ago
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