Flying from Chicago to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA): what you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Check out your options for booking a flight from Chicago to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) departing from either of these bases.
Santa Barbara is 2 hours behind Chicago. Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is located in Santa Barbara, which operates on the UTC-7 timezone.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Chicago to SBA. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
Peak months like August or holiday times such as spring break and Thanksgiving will mean longer lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the airport even earlier. Arriving two hours before a domestic flight and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a smart idea.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
ORD is approximately 40 kilometres from central Chicago. To help you work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This essential traveller tool will give you the fastest route and your public transport options.
In search of a convenient hotel near O'Hare International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW is around 19 kilometres from central Chicago. It'll take 21 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 46 minutes.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before your flight from Chicago to SBA, unwind in one of these hotels close to Chicago Midway International Airport:
About Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from Chicago 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
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to the centre of Santa Barbara is around 16 minutes by car. It's approximately 16 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 49 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
ر.ق. 569 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. Return flights start from ر.ق. 1,068. Prices are subject to change based on availability and may vary at the time of booking.
It's often best to book ahead of time if you want to find cheap tickets from Chicago to SBA. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across every month when searching for your ticket from Chicago to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Chicago to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. July is the busiest month to travel to Santa Barbara. If you like a more peaceful vibe, go in April.
Think about the kind of weather that'll suit your plans for Santa Barbara. August is known as the warmest month. Book your flights from Chicago to SBA during then and you can expect temperatures of between 16ºC and 29ºC.
Search for cheap flights from Chicago 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
After booking your flight from Chicago to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, think about where you'd like to stay in this city. Make one of these options your base for exploring Santa Barbara:
One of the best ways to get to know Santa Barbara is to explore its top attractions. Essential stops include Santa Barbara Zoo, Santa Barbara County Courthouse and State Street.
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