Flying from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Portland International Airport (PDX): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Portland International Airport take 2 hours 14 minutes. Portland and Santa Barbara share the same timezone (UTC-7), so you won't need to adjust your watch when you land.
You can choose from 7 weekly flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Portland International Airport. The 07:37 departure with Alaska Airlines is the earliest flight out from SBA to PDX. Alaska Airlines operates the last service of the day at 14:01.
Planning to travel during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Portland International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SBA and PDX are:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
San Francisco International Airport
Sacramento International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Portland International Airport (PDX)
C$170 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Portland International Airport. Return flights start from C$340. These prices may change depending on availability.
Get cheap flight tickets from SBA to PDX by booking at least 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Portland International Airport. If you need to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices across every month.
Finding a cheap ticket from SBA to PDX is a breeze with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal.
Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Portland International Airport.
Handy information about Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
The journey from central Santa Barbara to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport takes around 49 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a cab, you'll cover the 16 kilometres in 16 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Portland International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to SBA:
Arriving at Portland International Airport (PDX)
If you have a late flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Portland International Airport, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near PDX:
Getting from Portland International Airport (PDX) to central Portland
Portland International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres from central Portland. With your own car rental or in a cab, the drive is about 19 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey of about 45 minutes.
When to fly to Portland International Airport (PDX)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Portland International Airport. July is the most popular month to visit Portland. If you want a more peaceful vibe, go in May.
Lock in your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Portland International Airport for August if you'd like to explore Portland during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 12ºC and 31ºC.
Look for cheap flight tickets from SBA to PDX in December if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 0ºC and 9ºC on average.
More about Portland
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in Portland right here. Check out these hotels once you've booked your flight from SBA to PDX:
Pioneer Courthouse Square and Portland Japanese Garden are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Portland to-do list. Keep the sightseeing going at Pittock Mansion.
Complete your Portland trip with hotels and a car rental
Comparing flights is not our only party trick. After booking your cheap ticket to Portland International Airport, browse our car rental deals that'll give you the freedom and flexibility to travel around at your own pace. Next, take a look at our exclusive rates for hotels to find your perfect Portland stay.
