Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
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About Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is a regional airport located 7 miles west of downtown Santa Barbara, California, United States. The airfield covers 948 acres (384 ha) of land and has three runways.
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Live weather
KSBANOTAMs
KSBAReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 6,037 ft / 1,840 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 15R / 33L | 4,190 ft / 1,277 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 15L / 33R | 4,190 ft / 1,277 m | 75 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (11)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | 151-329° INITIAL CONTACT | 120.550 MHz |
| A/D | A/D SANTA BARBARA | 127.725 MHz |
| A/D | A/D SANTA BARBARA | 124.150 MHz |
| A/D | 330-150° INITAL CONTACT | 125.400 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 132.650 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 132.900 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.700 MHz |
| CTR | LOS ANGELES CENTER | 119.050 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.700 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.700 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 12 of 15 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SANTA BARBARA MUNICIPAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1500 ft MSL | 4000 ft MSL |
| SANTA BARBARA MUNICIPAL AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4000 ft MSL |
| SANTA BARBARA AIRPORT CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: WSW (from about 247.5°), on 13% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 88% | -474 ft | |
| Feb | 87% | -409 ft | |
| Mar | 81% | -293 ft | |
| Apr | 81% | -157 ft | |
| May | 68% | 4 ft | |
| Jun | 59% | 235 ft | |
| Jul | 72% | 317 ft | |
| Aug | 75% | 457 ft | |
| Sep | 71% | 490 ft | |
| Oct | 78% | 235 ft | |
| Nov | 82% | -239 ft | |
| Dec | 81% | -437 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-474–490 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Santa Barbara Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is KSBA, and its IATA code is SBA.
Where is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport located?
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is medium airport located in Santa Barbara, United States, at an elevation of 13 ft (4 m).
How many runways does Santa Barbara Municipal Airport have?
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 6,037 ft / 1,840 m.
Which airlines fly to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport?
Airlines historically serving Santa Barbara Municipal Airport include Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines, US Airways, United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport?
Historical data lists 6 nonstop destinations from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Santa Barbara Municipal Airport in?
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is approximately 11.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Santa Barbara Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is Crawford Airport (0CA3), about 12.9 nm to the nw, followed by Santa Ynez Airport and Shepherd Farm Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Santa Barbara Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.