Direct flights from Sacramento to Santa Barbara
7 nonstop flights a week on 1 airline. Zero layovers — one hop from SMF to SBA.
Flight time: about 53m nonstop
Which days does it fly?
When does it fly?
Departure times in Sacramento local time, from flights observed over the last 7 days.
| Flight | Departs | Duration | Days |
|---|---|---|---|
| Southwest SWA3601 | 7:50a | 54m | Mon, Thu, Fri |
| Southwest SWA3601 | 8:40a | 52m | Tue |
| Southwest SWA3601 | 8:48a | 52m | Wed, Sat |
| Southwest SWA1542 | 3:03p | 54m | Sun |
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The route
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Nonstop from Sacramento (SMF) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
Sacramento International Airport (SMF) has 7 nonstop flights a week to Santa Barbara (SBA), operated by Southwest. No layovers, no connections — one hop out of SMF and you're there.
This route flies every day of the week, so any travel day works. Route data updated July 2026 from observed departures.
Route data updated July 2026 from observed flight departures. Schedules change — always confirm with the airline before booking.
How long is the flight from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
The nonstop flight from Sacramento (SMF) to Santa Barbara (SBA) takes about 53m in the air, based on recently observed nonstop departures.
How long does it take to drive from Sacramento to Santa Barbara?
Driving from Sacramento to Santa Barbara takes about 6h 8m, covering roughly 394 miles. The nonstop flight takes about 53m.