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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Chicago (CHI) from $157

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SBA — CHI
May 13 — May 201
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The best prices from Santa Barbara to Chicago are usually found in February or September, booked 50 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

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January

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February

Round-trip from

$223

One-way from

$198
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Chicago?

Tuesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 17%.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago?

To save up to 78% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 60 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Santa Barbara to Chicago from $319 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $510 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in March. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to Chicago. Flights to Chicago from Santa Barbara in January are about $314 on average during January, but can be found for as low as $135.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago (SBA - CHI)?

It’s optimal to fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 13% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Santa Barbara and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest United Airlines flights traveling from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Tue 6/48:44 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/117:35 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$320
Wed 10/91:10 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 47mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/147:10 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$400
Wed 10/96:15 amSBA - ORD
3 stops14h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/147:36 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$410
Sun 6/98:44 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/236:05 amORD - SBA
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/8$443
Thu 8/222:00 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 40mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/262:00 pmORD - SBA
2 stops11h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$450
Thu 8/226:15 amSBA - ORD
3 stops14h 42mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/2612:45 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$460
Tue 7/911:03 amSBA - ORD
2 stops10h 56mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/239:01 pmORD - SBA
2 stops15h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$466
Sat 5/251:11 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop20h 24mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/287:35 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$468
Sat 5/251:48 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops17h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/287:35 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$473

Cheap American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Santa Barbara and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on American Airlines flights traveling from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Tue 6/41:12 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/117:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$325
Thu 8/226:49 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/265:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$360
Thu 8/226:32 amSBA - ORD
2 stops8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/265:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$365
Wed 6/126:39 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/242:00 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$383
Thu 5/234:49 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/276:15 amORD - SBA
1 stop8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$392
Sat 5/2512:32 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/283:29 pmORD - SBA
2 stops8h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$397
Thu 8/226:32 amSBA - ORD
2 stops8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/2612:02 pmORD - SBA
2 stops8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$413
Thu 7/116:38 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Tue 7/163:15 pmORD - SBA
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$416
Fri 6/146:39 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Fri 6/212:00 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$426

Cheap Santa Barbara to Chicago flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Barbara to Chicago specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Prices were last updated on May 8, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 6/48:44 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/117:35 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$320
Tue 6/41:12 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/117:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$325
Wed 6/127:35 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Wed 7/247:20 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 5/8$330
Wed 6/127:35 amSBA - ORD
2 stops11h 23mDelta
Wed 7/247:20 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 5/8$335
Tue 6/117:35 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Wed 7/247:20 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 5/8$349
Wed 6/127:35 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Sun 7/217:45 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Deal found 5/8$353
Tue 6/117:35 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Tue 7/237:45 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Deal found 5/8$359
Tue 6/117:35 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Tue 7/231:25 pmORD - SBA
2 stops12h 22mDelta
Deal found 5/8$364
Tue 6/117:35 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Mon 7/227:45 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Deal found 5/8$382

Santa Barbara to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Barbara and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 6/48:44 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/117:35 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$320
Tue 6/41:12 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/117:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$325
Tue 7/91:15 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Tue 7/237:45 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Deal found 5/8$330
Tue 7/91:15 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Tue 7/231:25 pmORD - SBA
2 stops12h 22mDelta
Deal found 5/8$335
Tue 6/117:35 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Wed 7/247:20 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 5/8$349
Wed 6/127:35 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Mon 7/227:45 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Deal found 5/8$353
Tue 6/117:35 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Tue 7/237:45 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 32mDelta
Deal found 5/8$359
Thu 8/226:49 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 39mAmerican Airlines
Mon 8/265:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop9h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$360
Tue 6/117:35 amSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Tue 7/231:25 pmORD - SBA
2 stops12h 22mDelta
Deal found 5/8$364

Santa Barbara to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Santa Barbara to Chicago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Fri 5/174:59 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops23h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/209:32 pmORD - SBA
1 stop17h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$680
Tue 5/144:59 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops17h 34mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/156:10 pmORD - SBA
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$685
Fri 5/175:15 amSBA - ORD
1 stop26h 17mUnited Airlines
Mon 5/209:32 pmORD - SBA
1 stop25h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$695
Tue 5/144:59 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops17h 34mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/159:32 pmORD - SBA
1 stop25h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$709
Tue 5/141:07 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/1512:45 pmORD - SBA
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$722
Tue 5/145:15 amSBA - ORD
1 stop12h 57mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/155:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop10h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$756
Tue 5/146:00 amSBA - ORD
2 stops12h 12mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/1512:55 pmORD - SBA
2 stops13h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/6$777

One-way flights to Chicago from Santa Barbara

Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago. For those needing a return trip from Santa Barbara, there is a search form available above.
Wed 6/56:01 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/7$157
Tue 6/116:39 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$160
Tue 6/116:01 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops32h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/7$173
Sat 6/226:39 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$193
Wed 5/2212:31 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/8$196
Sat 6/81:15 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Deal found 5/7$198
Mon 6/176:39 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 5/7$203
Wed 6/511:15 amSBA - ORD
2 stops15h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/7$233
Wed 5/225:15 amSBA - ORD
1 stop5h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/7$249

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

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Budget

$320 - $494

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Price

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/4

1 stop7h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/11

1 stop6h 41m

$320

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/4

2 stops7h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/11

1 stop6h 35m

$325

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/9

1 stop6h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/23

1 stop6h 32m

$330

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/9

1 stop6h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/23

2 stops12h 22m

$335

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/11

1 stop9h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 7/24

1 stop6h 27m

$349

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/22

1 stop8h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/26

1 stop9h 14m

$360

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/22

2 stops8h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/26

1 stop9h 14m

$365

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/9

1 stop8h 47m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/14

1 stop6h 26m

$400

Santa BarbaraChicago O'Hare Intl

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/14

2 stops20h 01m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/20

2 stops12h 50m

$494

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When is the best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Price data was last updated on May 3, 2024.
Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Chicago flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Santa Barbara to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago is currently $196 while a round-trip flight costs $364. Price data was last updated on May 5, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago (average of $244). Flying from Santa Barbara to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $348). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$248

February

$244

March

$280

April

$258

May

$278

June

$348

July

$330

August

$274

September

$258

October

$248

November

$270

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

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CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated May 8, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, American Airlines and Delta from Santa Barbara to Chicago have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,043 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,677 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,141 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.3

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Chicago from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara. There are 0 flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago per day from 2 different airlines.

  • Can I find flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on United Airlines for just $320, but on average you can expect to pay $371.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Santa Barbara to Chicago for under $700?

    There are currently 7+ open flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $700.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at $320. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $325 and $330, respectively. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago for 44% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago are Alaska Airlines ($157), American Airlines ($160), and Delta ($198).

  • What does SBA to ORD mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Santa Barbara Airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SBA to ORD flight. Ready for more IATA code knowledge? These are related airports for your current travel destination: Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Barbara to Chicago flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Barbara to Chicago flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Barbara to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Chicago offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Barbara to Chicago flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Santa Barbara to Chicago flight deals updated?

    The Santa Barbara to Chicago flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/8.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Chicago

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United AirlinesCheapest$343Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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