Denver to Santa Barbara (DEN–SBA) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DEN–SBA is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. United Airlines and Southwest Airlines lead the route. The flight covers 914 miles in approximately 1h 57m. Beyond nonstop, 33 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UA United Airlines | 21 | 738 | 2h12-2h43 | Star Alliance | – | |
| WN Southwest Airlines | 12 | 73H, 7S7 | 2h17-2h35 | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
DEN: MDT · SBA: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Denver, it's 5:00 PM in Santa Barbara.
RTD A Line commuter rail runs from Denver Union Station to the airport (37 min, $10.50). Trains depart every 15 minutes during peak hours. The airport is 25 miles northeast of downtown; ride-shares cost $35–55 and take 30–45 minutes depending on I-70 traffic.Economy parking in lots 4–6 connects via free shuttle. Mountain shuttle services depart from Jeppesen Terminal's Ground Transportation level.
DEN–SBA Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DEN to SBA
Denver International Airport (DEN) and Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) are connected by nonstop service from United Airlines and Southwest Airlines. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DEN to SBA Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DEN to SBA ranges from 1 hours 57 minutes to 2 hours 43 minutes. The route covers a distance of 914 miles (1,471 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 26 return, totaling 60 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
33 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via RIL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.