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    "addressCountry": "United States of America",
    "addressLocality": "Santa Barbara"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Alaska Airlines",
    "American Airlines",
    "United Airlines"
  ],
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      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "35 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "65 minutes"
    },
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      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "65 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "80 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "100 minutes"
    }
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  "city": "Santa Barbara",
  "code": "SBA",
  "connection_tips": "Most international connections via LAX or SFO, as Santa Barbara Airport's charming Spanish Colonial-style terminal serves California's American Riviera with three runways supporting both commercial and general aviation operations, while local bus Route 11 provides cheaper transportation than rideshares into downtown Santa Barbara. Seasonal weather patterns have minimal impact on flight operations due to Santa Barbara's nearly perfect year-round climate, with temperatures rarely exceeding 80\u00b0F or dropping below 50\u00b0F, though occasional Santa Ana wind events during autumn can create brief operational challenges.\n\nThe facility maintains excellent operational reliability due to Santa Barbara's Mediterranean climate, though marine layer fog common along the California coast can occasionally cause morning delays until conditions clear, especially during late spring and early summer months. The airport's strategic location serves Santa Barbara's affluent community, nearby Montecito (home to many celebrities), University of California Santa Barbara, and provides gateway access to California's Central Coast wine regions and scenic coastal attractions.\n\nGround transportation options include all major rental car agencies, taxi services, ride-sharing pickup areas by arrivals, MTD bus Route 11 providing direct downtown connections, and easy access to Santa Barbara's beaches, wine country, and cultural attractions within minutes of the airport. Emergency services and medical evacuation capabilities are excellent with coordination to Cottage Hospital, Sansum Clinic, and other regional medical facilities, while the airport maintains sophisticated emergency response capabilities for both commercial and general aviation operations.",
  "country": "United States of America",
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  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "The Spanish Colonial-style terminal charms visitors.",
    "Local bus Route 11 outside is cheaper than rideshares into Santa Barbara.",
    "Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.",
    "Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=KSBA",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
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  "iataCode": "SBA",
  "icao": "KSBA",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": 34.426,
  "layover_planner_info": "Coffee bar and small eateries; ride-hail pickup by arrivals.",
  "longitude": -119.839,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 35,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 65,
  "mct_interline": 100,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 65,
  "mct_international_to_international": 80,
  "missed_connection_help": "Airline counters by check-in.",
  "name": "Santa Barbara Airport",
  "region": "North America",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "LAX",
      "name": "Los Angeles"
    },
    {
      "code": "OXR",
      "name": "Oxnard Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SQA",
      "name": "Santa Ynez Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "SZN",
      "name": "Santa Cruz Island Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "The Santa Barbara Airport terminal is positioned as a comfortable regional facility, with official terminal information highlighting free Wi-Fi, dining options, locally owned shopping, a lactation pod, family restrooms, and curated artwork.\n\nA dedicated lactation pod sits on the second floor of the terminal near Gate 2 and can be accessed via the Mamava app, giving traveling parents a private, secure space past the TSA checkpoint.\n\nThe airport publishes terminal maps for both the first and second floors, reflecting a compact two-level layout, while the airfield itself operates with three runways that support the region's commercial and general-aviation traffic.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Santa_Barbara_Airport"
}