Flying from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Denver International Airport (DEN): what you need to know
The timezone in Denver is UTC-6, which is one hour ahead of Santa Barbara.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to board your SBA to DEN flight.
Traveling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Getting to Denver (and then seeing more of United States!) is a cinch with United Airlines. This popular carrier has direct flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Denver International Airport.
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is United Airlines.
United Airlines is the most punctual carrier that offers SBA to DEN flights. An exceptional 90.0% of its departures on this route arrive as planned.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Denver International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SBA and DEN include:
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Los Angeles International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to Denver International Airport (DEN)
$108 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Denver International Airport flight. A return flight starts at $217. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book early if you want to get cheap tickets from SBA to DEN. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Denver International Airport across every month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Save time searching for cheap flights from SBA to DEN by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Find the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Denver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
SBA is located at 500 Fowler Rd..
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport gets top marks for its on-time performance. 84.29% of flights that depart SBA arrive at their destination without delay.
Central Santa Barbara to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is approximately 16 kilometers. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 15 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey when using public transport takes roughly 50 minutes.
Have an early flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Denver International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SBA:
Arriving at Denver International Airport (DEN)
Step off your Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Denver International Airport flight and be relaxing in your hotel bed soon after. If you're searching for a comfy option a short journey from DEN, check out Baymont by Wyndham Denver International Airport.
Travel at your own pace with a Denver International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Routes Car Rentals, Dollar or Budget and find adventure across Denver and beyond.
For the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from Denver International Airport about one week before traveling.
Getting from Denver International Airport (DEN) to central Denver
The street address for DEN is 8500 Pena Boulevard.
Denver International Airport to central Denver has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometers away.
If you're traveling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When to fly to Denver International Airport (DEN)
It's time to work out your dates for your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Denver International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Denver. If you prefer a quieter vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Denver is July, with the temperature ranging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 32ºC (90ºF). Lock in your flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to Denver International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -9ºC (16ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Search for cheap tickets from SBA to DEN sometime around then if you like cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Denver has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States waiting to be explored. About 105 kilometers south of Denver, a visit to Colorado Springs will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like US Northern Command (USNORTHCOM) / North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Headquarters, Cheyenne Mountain Air Force Station and National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA).
If you want to check out another major destination in United States, consider Aurora, roughly 13 kilometers east of Denver. Magellan's Travel Solutions and Gear, The Fairways at Lowry and Retired Enlisted Association Inc are highlights.
