Alaska Airlines Begins Daily Nonstop Flights to Santa Barbara from San Diego International Airport

June 17, 2021

On June 17, Alaska Airlines began daily nonstop service to Santa Barbara, Calif. via Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) from San Diego International Airport (SAN). Alaska Airlines is the only airline that offers nonstop service between the two destinations. This is Alaska Airlines’ 33rd nonstop destination from SAN, the most of any other carrier.  

“We welcome the daily service to Santa Barbara and appreciate Alaska Airlines’ commitment to providing service to yet another California destination,” said Kimberly Becker, San Diego County Regional Airport Authority President and CEO. “This nonstop service will provide greater travel flexibility for students, leisure, and business travelers heading to California’s Central Coast.” 

Santa Barbara is known for its bountiful beaches, vineyards and award-winning wineries as well as being home to the University of California, Santa Barbara.