Flying from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD): what you need to know
The timezone in Chicago is UTC-5, which is two hours ahead of Santa Barbara.
To ensure you catch your SBA to ORD flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Consider adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to O'Hare International Airport. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between SBA and ORD:
Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
Salt Lake City International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA) to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight is P7,047. A return plane ticket is currently P14,042. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book early if you want to find cheap tickets from SBA to ORD. That's because airlines adjust prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the lowest price across the month when looking for a flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to O'Hare International Airport.
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Handy information about Santa Barbara Municipal Airport (SBA)
You'll find SBA at 500 Fowler Rd..
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 84.29% of flights that depart SBA reach their destination on time.
Santa Barbara Municipal Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Santa Barbara. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 50 minutes.
Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near SBA. Whether you're taking an early flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to O'Hare International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
If you're landing on a late Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to O'Hare International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near ORD:
Grab an O'Hare International Airport rental car and discover Chicago and beyond with your own wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Dollar and Budget are popular outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your ride from O'Hare International Airport around four weeks in advance can help you secure the lowest rate.
Getting from O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to central Chicago
The address for ORD is 10000 West O'Hare.
From O'Hare International Airport, Chicago is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of about 55 minutes.
When to fly to O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to O'Hare International Airport. August is the busiest month to head to Chicago. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in January.
When booking your flight from Santa Barbara Municipal Airport to O'Hare International Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Chicago, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 29ºC (84ºF).
If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SBA to ORD in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Chicago has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of United States waiting to be explored. About 451 kilometres south-east of Chicago, a trip to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
Indianapolis is another well-known destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south-east of Chicago. No journey is complete without visiting The Children's Museum of Indianapolis, Indianapolis Museum of Art and Indianapolis Zoo.