FLYING INTO LOS ANGELES:
Flying into LAX is definitely an alternate option, however, please be aware of the additional driving time. To get to Santa Barbara please allow for a 1.5 - 2.5 hour drive, depending on traffic. Plan to leave 4 - 5 hours before your departure time on your way home. Sunday afternoon traffic back to LAX via the 101 can get pretty bad and can come to a halt starting early afternoon.
RENTAL CARS AT LAX:
There are a 10 rental car companies that are permitted to pick up and drop off passengers directly from the terminals at LAX.
LAX TO SANTA BARBARA:
VIA FREEWAYS (FASTER)
LAX TO SANTA BARBARA:
VIA MALIBU (SCENIC)
A gorgeous drive along the coast... a must see if you've got the time and sunlight.
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