Travelling from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA): What you need to know
Begin planning your trip by checking out the most convenient departure point for your flight from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). Explore your options for leaving from Tampa International Airport (TPA) or St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE), the city's main airports.
Santa Barbara is three hours behind Tampa. Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is located in Santa Barbara, which follows the UTC-7 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Tampa to SBA.
High season means busier airports, so aim to get there even earlier. Give yourself at least two hours before a domestic flight and four hours for an international journey to stay on schedule.
Airports in Tampa
Tampa International Airport (TPA)
Travelling from central Tampa to TPA takes around 55 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 13 kms (8 miles) in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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78.59% of flights departing from Tampa International Airport touch down at their destination on time.
TPA is located at 5507 West Spruce Street.
St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport (PIE)
On public transport, you can travel from central Tampa to PIE in around 2 hours 10 minutes. The airport is roughly 29 kms (18 miles) away, and getting there by car takes approximately 25 minutes.
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Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, St. Petersburg-Clearwater International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 77.01%.
You'll find PIE at Suite 221 - Terminal Building.
About Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
Have a late flight from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport? Don't let it rob you of real rest. Stay at one of these hotels near SBA and shut your eyes sooner:
Pick up a Santa Barbara Municipal Airport rental car and discover Santa Barbara and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Alamo and Hertz are top providers to choose from here.
To get the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport flight.
SBA is located at 500 Fowler Rd..
Getting from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to central Santa Barbara
Central Santa Barbara is around 8 miles from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. Travel times by cab or car hire will vary based on traffic conditions, so do a little research before your trip.
It takes around 50 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is £141. For a return flight on this route, the best price is £222. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Tampa to SBA. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely spend.
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The best time to fly from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
July is the busiest month for flights from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA). Plan your visit to Santa Barbara in April for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Santa Barbara is August, with temperatures ranging between 16ºC (61ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF). Lock in your Tampa to SBA plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport in February when temperatures are between 6ºC (43ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF).
More about Santa Barbara
Start your Santa Barbara trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Tampa to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport, check out our range of accommodation options including:
Your Santa Barbara trip should come with a side of sightseeing. Top attractions that are worth your time include East Beach, Santa Barbara, CA, Old Mission Santa Barbara and Hendrys Beach.
Explore more of the United States
You've seen Santa Barbara, now it's time to explore other corners of the United States. Journey about 153 kms (95 miles) east to Los Angeles to check off its top sights. From Hollywood Sign to Griffith Observatory and Hollywood Bowl, your itinerary will be busy.
Fresno is another favourite destination in the United States and is around 257 kms (160 miles) north of Santa Barbara. No journey is complete without a visit to Forestiere Underground Gardens, Shinzen Japanese Garden and Fresno Chaffee Zoo.
