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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of Santa Barbara's airport?
Santa Barbara is served by a single airport, Valencia Airport (VLC).
How far is VLC from central Santa Barbara?
If you're staying in central Santa Barbara, you'll be there within moments after touching down at Manises Airport. The terminal is only 6 kilometres from the downtown area.
What airport is best to fly into Santa Barbara?
A flight to Santa Barbara means touching down at Valencia Airport (VLC). Disembark the plane, collect your luggage and you'll be 6 kilometres from the downtown streets.
How many airlines fly to Santa Barbara?
There are a total of 28 air carriers connecting Santa Barbara to 81 airports across the globe.
Which airlines fly to Santa Barbara?
Santa Barbara receives the highest number of flights from Air Europa, Vueling and Iberia with Air Europa being the preferred choice of carrier. Palma de Mallorca is the most popular city for travellers to jet off from.
How many nonstop flights are there to Santa Barbara?
Flying to a new place is much more fun when there aren't any stopovers to worry about. If you're off to Santa Barbara, the fantastic news is that there are around 634 direct flights each week.
Where are the most popular flights to Santa Barbara departing from?
The most popular flights to Santa Barbara take off from Madrid, Paris and London airports.
How long is the flight to Santa Barbara Airport?
If it's Madrid you're leaving behind, you'll be airborne for around 1 hour and 4 minutes before you touchdown in Santa Barbara. Terminal to terminal from Paris takes about 1 hour and 57 minutes and from London, 2 hours and 22 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to Santa Barbara?
We've all come across those travellers who somehow land extremely cheap fares whenever they fly. Would you like to know how to do it for your Santa Barbara holiday? Don't wait until the very last minute to lock in your flight. Another terrific way to score the most competitive fare is to compare all options. If where you're headed has more than one airport, be sure to research the cost of flying into a less busy terminal. And finally, don't forget that the early bird catches the worm. Know what a typical airfare costs and have your credit card ready to buy your ticket as soon as you see an unbeatable bargain. The sweetest deals never last long.
Do you have any tips for my flight to Santa Barbara?
If you're not prepared, air travel can be daunting. But there's no need to worry. Follow these handy hints for a stress-free start to your getaway in Santa Barbara. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • A plane trip can be a great experience if you've got all the right gear. Firstly, you'll want some basic toiletry items, such as a toothbrush and lip balm, a spare change of clothes and a good book. Next, find a spot in your bag for your phone and charger, any medications and maybe a quality neck pillow too. Last, but definitely not least, don't forget to take your passport, travel documents and some cash.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Check carefully that you don't have sharp or pointed objects hiding in your carry-on luggage. Other prohibited items include explosive or flammable goods, such as fuel and fireworks, and liquids and gels in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

  • Your aim here is to be as comfortable as possible. Go for a pair of slip-on shoes, dress in loose, natural-fibre clothing and don't forget to bring a sweater in case it gets cold in the cabin.
  • You've probably heard about deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clot condition caused by long periods of sitting. To lessen your risk on board, stay hydrated, consider wearing compression socks or tights and keep your feet and legs moving.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to Santa Barbara?
The answer is — be prepared. We've pulled together some top tips for a hassle-free trip through security. Look out Santa Barbara, here you come:

  • First things first. Your travel ID and boarding pass will need to be presented to security personnel. Keep them someplace accessible to avoid fumbling around for them.
  • Time to strip down. Well sort of. Your jacket, belt, keys and other items in your pocket, like your headphones, will be required to go through the X-ray machine. Make the whole process easier by removing them as it gets closer to your turn.
  • All your electronic devices, including your laptop and phone, must also be separately scanned.
  • Don't forget to remove gels and liquids from your hand luggage. They usually need to be sent through the X-ray scanner separately. Each item should be in a container no larger than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres) and everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-lock bag.
  • The right choice of footwear can save you valuable minutes. Boots and heavy shoes are often required to be removed and separately scanned. Slip-on shoes are usually not.
  • Sharp or pointed objects (like knives and scissors) are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be seized at security, so put them in your checked bags.

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Travel information

Destination airport
Santa Barbara
Destination airport IATA code
VLC
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