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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson (SBA - TUS) from $138

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 8/8. 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 — TUS
May 3 — May 101
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The best prices from Santa Barbara to Tucson are usually found in September or February, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Tucson

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Tucson (TUS). 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 April 28, 2024.

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$358

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$138
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Tucson?

Users have found that leaving on a Tuesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 37% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 98% by booking at least 55 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Santa Barbara to Tucson within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $289.

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

July is one of the best times of the year to fly to Tucson from Santa Barbara. Prices for July average $275 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $129. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March. Opting for a July flight can save you 13% on your journey compared to booking in March

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Tucson (SBA - TUS)?

When flying from Santa Barbara to Tucson, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 18% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Santa Barbara and Tucson. 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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from Santa Barbara to Tucson. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Fri 5/106:12 amSBA - TUS
1 stop3h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/125:39 amTUS - SBA
1 stop3h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$363
Thu 10/1012:15 pmSBA - TUS
1 stop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/148:20 amTUS - SBA
1 stop4h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$446

Cheap Alaska Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Alaska Airlines for the route between Santa Barbara and Tucson. 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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Some of the lowest-priced Alaska Airlines flights we've found at this time heading from Santa Barbara to Tucson. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Thu 10/105:55 pmSBA - TUS
1 stop28h 01mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/148:00 amTUS - SBA
2 stops29h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$607
Thu 10/102:00 pmSBA - TUS
2 stops7h 56mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/148:00 amTUS - SBA
2 stops29h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$652

Cheap Santa Barbara to Tucson flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Barbara to Tucson specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Prices were last updated on April 28, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Tucson in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 5/106:12 amSBA - TUS
1 stop3h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/125:39 amTUS - SBA
1 stop3h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$363
Tue 4/306:29 amSBA - TUS
1 stop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/46:00 pmTUS - SBA
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$559
Fri 5/104:59 pmSBA - TUS
2 stops15h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/126:00 amTUS - SBA
1 stop15h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$716
Tue 4/304:49 pmSBA - TUS
2 stops18h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/46:38 pmTUS - SBA
1 stop3h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$731
Tue 4/306:29 amSBA - TUS
1 stop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/46:00 amTUS - SBA
2 stops17h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$737

Santa Barbara to Tucson 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Barbara and Tucson in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Tucson in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Fri 5/106:12 amSBA - TUS
1 stop3h 37mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/125:39 amTUS - SBA
1 stop3h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$363
Thu 10/1012:15 pmSBA - TUS
1 stop4h 07mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/148:20 amTUS - SBA
1 stop4h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$446
Tue 4/306:29 amSBA - TUS
1 stop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/46:00 pmTUS - SBA
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$559
Thu 10/105:55 pmSBA - TUS
1 stop28h 01mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/148:00 amTUS - SBA
2 stops29h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$607
Thu 10/102:00 pmSBA - TUS
2 stops7h 56mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/148:00 amTUS - SBA
2 stops29h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/27$652
Fri 5/104:59 pmSBA - TUS
2 stops15h 58mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/126:00 amTUS - SBA
1 stop15h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/26$716
Tue 4/304:49 pmSBA - TUS
2 stops18h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/46:38 pmTUS - SBA
1 stop3h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/26$731
Tue 4/306:29 amSBA - TUS
1 stop4h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/46:00 amTUS - SBA
2 stops17h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$737

One-way flights to Tucson from Santa Barbara

Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Tucson. 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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson. Users needing a return flight from Santa Barbara to Tucson should utilize the search form above.
Thu 8/85:25 amSBA - TUS
1 stop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$138
Wed 6/266:00 amSBA - TUS
1 stop7h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/27$158
Wed 6/266:25 amSBA - TUS
2 stops14h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/27$386
Thu 8/811:03 amSBA - TUS
2 stops23h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$401

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson 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 2,991,349 searches. Data last updated April 28, 2024.

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Santa BarbaraTucson

SBA - TUS

SBATUS

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/10

1 stop3h 37m

Tucson

Sun 5/12

1 stop3h 31m

$363

Santa BarbaraTucson

SBA - TUS

SBATUS

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/10

1 stop4h 07m

Tucson

Mon 10/14

1 stop4h 10m

$446

Santa BarbaraTucson

SBA - TUS

SBATUS

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/10

1 stop28h 01m

Tucson

Mon 10/14

2 stops29h 14m

$607

Santa BarbaraTucson

SBA - TUS

SBATUS

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/10

2 stops7h 56m

Tucson

Mon 10/14

2 stops29h 14m

$652

Santa BarbaraTucson

SBA - TUS

SBATUS

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/10

2 stops15h 58m

Tucson

Sun 5/12

1 stop15h 21m

$716

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Deals found on 4/26

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Tucson. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 17 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson. 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 Tucson?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Tucson. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Tucson flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 Tucson by month

Plan your trip from Santa Barbara to Tucson by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Tucson is currently $271 while a round-trip flight costs $557. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Tucson (average of $358). Flying from Santa Barbara to Tucson in June is currently the most expensive (average of $505). 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

$358

February

$397

March

$463

April

$437

May

$468

June

$505

July

$484

August

$444

September

$402

October

$417

November

$410

December

$386

Temperature and rainfall in Tucson by month

Plan your trip to Tucson by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

TUS

Temperature

51.8 - 87.8 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Tucson

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Tucson. 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 Tucson. Reviews last updated April 28, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Santa Barbara to Tucson to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,117 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,117 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,117 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
11,228 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,117 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

Reviews

1 / 10

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

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,875 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,117 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.3

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Barbara to Tucson for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $363, but on average you can expect to pay $556.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Santa Barbara to Tucson is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $363 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $607 and $716 round-trip. American Airlines is priced at 12% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does SBA to TUS mean?

    Santa Barbara Airport is SBA and Tucson Airport is TUS. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Barbara to Tucson 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 Tucson with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Barbara to Tucson 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 Tucson that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Tucson 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 Tucson that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Tucson 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 Tucson?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Barbara to Tucson 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 Tucson flight deals updated?

    The Santa Barbara to Tucson flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/27.

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Top airline flying from Santa Barbara to Tucson

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