Group airport work on the Santa Barbara and Ventura coast runs through Santa Barbara Airport in Goleta, with larger and international groups arriving at LAX or Burbank. Umbrella Charter Network prices SBA, BUR and LAX transfers instantly and matches them to vetted local operators.
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Santa Barbara Airport is small and easy to work, with one terminal and a short arrivals curb. Charter vehicles use designated commercial positions, and the operator confirms the pickup area before the trip. The airport is about 15 minutes from downtown Santa Barbara and 40 minutes from Solvang.
Ventura County has no commercial airport, so groups there usually use Burbank or LAX. Those runs take one to two hours depending on US-101 and I-405 traffic. Send flight numbers and bag counts so the vehicle fits the luggage.
| Vehicle | Hourly | Daily | Min hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motorcoach (47–56 pax) est. | $175–$260 | $1,700–$2,500 | 5 hrs |
| Minibus (24–35 pax) est. | $140–$205 | $1,350–$1,900 | 5 hrs |
| Sprinter van (10–14 pax) est. | $120–$180 | $1,000–$1,500 | 4 hrs |
Typical published ranges. Excludes driver gratuity (10–20%), tolls, parking and airport or venue fees; fuel is included on local trips and peak dates can run 10–20% higher. Your instant quote is one all-in price for your exact trip.
est. = estimated from regional pricing where few local sources publish rates.
Rates updated September 2026
A wedding or conference group lands at SBA and rides to Montecito with bags in the bays.
An international group lands at LAX and rides up US-101 to Ventura or Oxnard.
A tour group rides from the Santa Ynez Valley to SBA or LAX.
SBA runs price against the minimum block. LAX runs cost more because of the drive.
At designated commercial positions set by the airport.
The operator tracks the flight.
Burbank is often quicker for Ventura County, LAX has more flights.
Yes, with a block of hours.
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