San Francisco, CA SFO to Goleta, CA SBA Flights

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Overview: San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA flight

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Flights from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA depart on average 44 times per day, taking around 1h 26m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at $248 (€203) but you can travel from only $61 (€50) by bus.

There are 5 flights per day. The earliest flight runs at 05:00, the last at 22:40. The fastest flight covers the 272 miles (438 km) distance in 1h 25m. January is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $61 (€50)
Distance
272 miles (438 km)
Average flight duration
1h 26m
Cheapest ticket price
$248 (€203)
Flights per day
44
Direct flights
5
Fastest flight
1h 25m
First flight
5:00 AM
Last flight
10:40 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Fri
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Tue
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from $61 (€50)

The cheapest and fastest flights from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA

Showing times and prices for Jun 22

Cheapest price

$312

Average price

$312

Fastest journey

1 h 25 m

Average duration

1 h 25 m

Flights per day

1

Distance

438 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA will cost around $312 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $312.

Fast flights

Of the 1 flights that leave San Francisco, CA for Goleta, CA onMon, Jun 22, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Mon, Jun 22 the direct flights cover the 438 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .

On Mon, Jun 22 the longest flights will take 1 h 25 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • United
    4:25 PM1h25
    San Francisco, CA
    5:50 PMGoleta, CA
    $3121One-way
    0 transfers

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $61, and a flight costs an average of $248.

Distance: 272 miles (438 km)

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Flight
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Bus
Train

$279

Average price

$83

Average price

Cheapest

$118

Average price

4h 26m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 26m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

8h 0m

Average total duration

7h 30m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

10h 3m

Average total duration

9h 33m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA is a bus with an average price of $83 (€68).

This is compared to other travel options from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA:

A bus is $35 (€29) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA costing on average $118 (€96).

A bus is $196 (€161) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA costing on average $279 (€228).

The fastest way to travel from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 26m.

Other travel options to Goleta, CA take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 30m.

Train takes on average 9h 33m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between San Francisco, CA and Goleta, CA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA among Omio's users.

Live departures

San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA flight times

The table below shows live departures for San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA flights for today, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
UnitedUA1896 · UA47968:59 AM San Francisco International Airport
14h45
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA2515+skywest airlinesAA6336 · AA63009:04 AM San Francisco International Airport
9h31
6:35 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
American AirlinesAA2032 · AA1731+skywest airlinesAA63369:04 AM San Francisco International Airport
12h55
9:59 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
American AirlinesAA1731+skywest airlinesAA6300 · AA63369:04 AM San Francisco International Airport
12h55
9:59 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
American AirlinesAA2032 · AA1731+skywest airlinesAA642810:07 AM San Francisco International Airport
11h52
9:59 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
skywest airlinesAA6428 · AA6300+American AirlinesAA173110:07 AM San Francisco International Airport
11h52
9:59 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
American AirlinesAA2515+skywest airlinesAA6428 · AA630010:07 AM San Francisco International Airport
8h28
6:35 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA643 · UA2132 · UA247910:23 AM San Francisco International Airport
10h32
8:55 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA457 · UA479610:25 AM San Francisco International Airport
13h19
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA157810:29 AM San Francisco International Airport
1h23
11:52 AM Santa Barbara Airport0 transfersDirect
UnitedUA1604 · UA2240 · UA479610:40 AM San Francisco International Airport
13h04
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA1604 · UA247910:40 AM San Francisco International Airport
10h15
8:55 PM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA2032 · AA1731+skywest airlinesAA633011:37 AM San Francisco International Airport
10h22
9:59 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA5437 · UA1730 · UA479612:10 PM San Francisco International Airport
11h34
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA1506 · UA479612:15 PM San Francisco International Airport
11h29
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA2548 · AA251512:21 PM San Francisco International Airport
6h14
6:35 PM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA2548 · AA173112:21 PM San Francisco International Airport
9h38
9:59 PM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA540 · UA2240 · UA479612:43 PM San Francisco International Airport
11h01
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA540 · UA2791 · UA479612:43 PM San Francisco International Airport
11h01
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA540 · UA247912:43 PM San Francisco International Airport
8h12
8:55 PM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
skywest airlinesAA6188+American AirlinesAA2032 · AA17311:35 PM San Francisco International Airport
8h24
9:59 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
skywest airlinesAA6188+American AirlinesAA1362+envoy airAA40311:35 PM San Francisco International Airport
19h35
9:10 AM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
American AirlinesAA2293+skywest airlinesAA6188+envoy airAA40311:35 PM San Francisco International Airport
19h35
9:10 AM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA54641:50 PM San Francisco International Airport
1h27
3:17 PM Santa Barbara Airport0 transfersDirect
UnitedUA2610 · UA47961:55 PM San Francisco International Airport
9h49
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA5738 · UA1730 · UA47962:00 PM San Francisco International Airport
9h44
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA1596 · UA2791 · UA47962:20 PM San Francisco International Airport
9h24
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA1596 · UA24792:20 PM San Francisco International Airport
6h35
8:55 PM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA1321 · AA17313:54 PM San Francisco International Airport
6h05
9:59 PM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA58624:10 PM San Francisco International Airport
1h27
5:37 PM Santa Barbara Airport0 transfersDirect
UnitedUA1754 · UA47964:25 PM San Francisco International Airport
7h19
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA1434 · UA5908 · UA47964:45 PM San Francisco International Airport
6h59
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA1561 · UA5636 · UA47964:47 PM San Francisco International Airport
6h57
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA751 · UA2282 · UA47965:37 PM San Francisco International Airport
6h07
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
American AirlinesAA2293+envoy airAA4031+skywest airlinesAA62216:08 PM San Francisco International Airport
15h02
9:10 AM Santa Barbara Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA57216:16 PM San Francisco International Airport
1h26
7:42 PM Santa Barbara Airport0 transfersDirect
UnitedUA5425 · UA47966:45 PM San Francisco International Airport
4h59
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA5425 · UA54606:45 PM San Francisco International Airport
14h32
9:17 AM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA2544+envoy airAA40316:56 PM San Francisco International Airport
14h14
9:10 AM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA2409 · UA54607:45 PM San Francisco International Airport
13h32
9:17 AM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA2409 · UA47967:45 PM San Francisco International Airport
3h59
11:44 PM Santa Barbara Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA28669:23 PM San Francisco International Airport
1h22
10:45 PM Santa Barbara Airport0 transfersDirect

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FAQs: San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA Flight

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Goleta, CA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA can start from as little as $248 (€203) when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA is $279 (€228) ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA is 1h 25m to travel the 272 miles (438 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA leaves at 5:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA leaves at 10:40 PM.
Flights from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA generally leave from San Francisco International Airport and arrive in Santa Barbara Airport.San Francisco International Airport is 0 miles (1 km) away from San Francisco, CA city centre and Santa Barbara Airport is 0 miles (1 km) from Goleta, CA city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA is January.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between San Francisco, CA and Goleta, CA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
Since neither San Francisco, CA nor Goleta, CA are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
There is no time difference between San Francisco, CA and Goleta, CA.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA among Omio's users.
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.
The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.
In Goleta, CA, travelers should be aware of typical urban safety concerns such as petty theft, especially in crowded areas and parking lots. It’s advisable to secure personal belongings and avoid poorly lit or isolated places at night. Common scams include overcharging by unlicensed taxi or rideshare drivers and rental scams, so booking transportation through reputable companies is recommended. Staying informed about local advisories and using official transportation services can help ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular airports

Popular airports from San Francisco, CA to Goleta, CA

San Francisco
Goleta
San Francisco International Airport (SFO)WifiShoppingParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerLoungeLost and Found Office
Amenities at airport
WifiWifi
ShoppingShopping
ParkingParking
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
ShowerShower
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
information
address
Address
San Francisco, CA 94128, USA
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
1 km
carConnection
Car connection
US-101, exit 423A
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport
Shopping
Shopping
  • Shops are located in all terminals, including DFS Duty-Free and Burberry
Parking
Parking
  • Parking available in the Domestic and International Garages, approximately 1.9€ ($2) per 15 minutes
Taxis
Taxis
  • Available outside the terminal
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, toilets
WC
WC
  • Available throughout the airport
Shower
Shower
  • Yes
Lounge
Lounge
  • Lounges available, including the United Club and Delta Sky Club
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall of the Domestic Terminal
Public transit options for San Francisco International Airport
  • Buses: SamTrans 292, 397, 398, KX
  • Metro: BART Yellow Line

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