Santa Barbara Municipal Airport
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara's 6,053-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning, including the Gulfstream G550 and Bombardier Challenger 650. Ultra-long-range aircraft may face restrictions.
How far is SBA from Montecito?
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is approximately 12 miles from Montecito, typically a 20-minute drive along the scenic coastline. It's the closest airport to celebrity estates and the Four Seasons Biltmore Santa Barbara.
Is Santa Barbara good for wine country access?
Yes. Santa Barbara is the gateway to the Santa Ynez Valley wine country (made famous by the film Sideways), approximately 40 miles north. Ground transfers to wineries take about 50 minutes through scenic coastal mountains.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 6,052 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 15R/33L | 4,184 ft | 100 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 15L/33R | 4,180 ft | 75 ft | Asp | No |
Nearby Alternative Airports
Oxnard Airport
OXR — Longest runway: 5,953 ft
Camarillo International Airport
KCMA — Longest runway: 6,013 ft
Point Mugu Naval Air Station (Naval Base Ventura Co)
NTD — Longest runway: 11,102 ft
Vandenberg Space Force Base
VBG — Longest runway: 15,000 ft
Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field
SMX — Longest runway: 8,004 ft
Airport Resources
Quick Facts
- IATA Code
- SBA
- ICAO Code
- KSBA
- Elevation
- 13 ft
- Runways
- 3
- Longest Runway
- 6,052 ft
- Location
- Santa Barbara, California