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Santa Barbara (SBA) airport

Answers to the Frequently Asked Questions about Santa Barbara airport (SBA)

 
  Santa Barbara airport (SBA)

  What are the terminals, contact information and location?

  What are today's scheduled Departures flights?

  What are today's scheduled Arrivals flights?

  What are the car rental companies that are at the airport?

  What are the transportation services?

  Can I sleep at the airport and what hotels are there?

  What are the parking options?

  What airlines serve the airport?

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More Specific Frequently Asked Questions

The terminal building is open 24 hours a day. The TSA security checkpoint opens daily at approximately 3:30 am and closes around 15 minutes after the last scheduled flight departure of the night.
Santa Barbara Airport is served by five major airlines: Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and United Airlines, providing direct connections to 13 US cities.
You can take MTD Bus Route 11 from the curbside bus stop on Moffett Place directly in front of the terminal. The bus ride takes about 45 minutes to downtown Santa Barbara Transit Center, and regular fare is USD 1.75.
No, there are no airline lounges or Priority Pass lounge facilities at Santa Barbara Airport due to its small regional scale.
Yes, free high-speed wireless internet connection is provided throughout both the public lobby and secure departure gate areas.
The Economy Lot located on Frederick Lopez Road is the most budget-friendly choice. It features a free 24-hour courtesy shuttle departing every 15 minutes directly to and from the terminal curbside.
 
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  Santa Barbara airport (SBA)

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