Direct (nonstop) flights from Santa Barbara to Portland

1 airline flys nonstop from Santa Barbara Muni (SBA) to Portland International (PDX). It's 783 miles (1,260 km), about 2h 8m in the air. Operated by Alaska Airlines.

SBA
Santa Barbara Muni
🇺🇸 Santa Barbara, USA
PDX
Portland International
🇺🇸 Portland, USA
Flight Time
2h 8m
Distance
783 mi
1,260 km
CO₂/pax
145 kg
−30 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Alaska Airlines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Alaska Airlines AS Alaska Airlines
Route
SBA → PDX
Flight Time
2h 8m
Distance
783 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Santa Barbara to Portland with one stop · direct emits 145 kg CO₂ per passenger

SBA OAK (Oakland) PDX
Leg 1: 1h 15m (262 mi) Leg 2: 1h 40m (544 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBA → OAK
1h 15m · 262 mi
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Leg 2
OAK → PDX
1h 40m · 544 mi
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SBA SMF (Sacramento) PDX
Leg 1: 1h 20m (309 mi) Leg 2: 1h 37m (478 mi) Total: ~2h 57m 🍃 171 kg CO₂ (+18% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBA → SMF
1h 20m · 309 mi
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Leg 2
SMF → PDX
1h 37m · 478 mi
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SBA SFO (San Francisco) PDX
Leg 1: 1h 17m (262 mi) Leg 2: 1h 52m (550 mi) Total: ~3h 9m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBA → SFO
1h 17m · 262 mi
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Leg 2
SFO → PDX
1h 52m · 550 mi
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SBA LAX (Los Angeles) PDX
Leg 1: 1h 3m (88 mi) Leg 2: 2h 28m (833 mi) Total: ~3h 31m 🍃 195 kg CO₂ (+34% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBA → LAX
1h 3m · 88 mi
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Leg 2
LAX → PDX
2h 28m · 833 mi
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SBA LAS (Las Vegas) PDX
Leg 1: 1h 15m (288 mi) Leg 2: 2h 27m (762 mi) Total: ~3h 42m 🍃 219 kg CO₂ (+51% vs. direct)
Leg 1
SBA → LAS
1h 15m · 288 mi
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Leg 2
LAS → PDX
2h 27m · 762 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Santa Barbara to Portland?

A nonstop flight from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Portland (PDX) takes approximately 2 hours and 8 minutes. The distance is 783 miles (1,260 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Santa Barbara to Portland?

Just Alaska Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Portland?

Yes. 1 airline: Alaska Airlines.

How far is Santa Barbara from Portland?

The flight distance from Santa Barbara to Portland is 783 miles (1,260 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Madrid.

What type of aircraft flies from Santa Barbara to Portland?

At 2h 8m, this route typically uses narrow-body or mid-range jets — Boeing 737 MAX or Airbus A320neo. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Santa Barbara to Portland?

Roughly 145 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 725 km.

Is the return flight from Portland to Santa Barbara also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Portland?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Santa Barbara Muni for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.