Cheap flights to Santa Barbara, CA from $79

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WAS — SBA
Apr 3 — Apr 101

Flights to Santa Barbara in 2024

Find the latest flights to Santa Barbara in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,228,805 searches and data was last updated on March 29, 2024.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$356

Round-trip from

$106

One-way from

$163
High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in March 2024
From New York to Los Angeles
One-way flight from New York to Santa Barbara (SBA)

Cheap flights to Santa Barbara in March & April 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to Santa Barbara in March and April 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,228,805 searches and data was last updated on March 29, 2024.
The deals listed below are some of the cheapest flights available to Santa Barbara in March and April 2024. Prices refresh often so be sure to come back soon for more deals.
Fri 4/264:47 pmSEA - SBA
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/294:59 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$176
Tue 4/232:59 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Fri 4/266:17 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$177
Sat 4/277:25 amSEA - SBA
1 stop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/265:50 amSBA - SEA
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$186
Fri 4/264:47 pmSEA - SBA
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/265:50 amSBA - SEA
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$196
Sat 4/273:09 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/306:17 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$207
Sat 4/277:25 amSEA - SBA
1 stop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/17:10 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$226
Fri 4/127:30 pmPDX - SBA
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/152:06 pmSBA - PDX
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$228
Thu 4/252:59 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/296:17 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$232
Sat 4/277:25 amSEA - SBA
1 stop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/294:59 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/29$236

Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for Santa Barbara in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,228,805 searches and data were last updated on March 29, 2024.
Browse some of the best deals on flights to Santa Barbara in 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Fri 4/264:47 pmSEA - SBA
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/294:59 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$176
Tue 4/232:59 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Fri 4/266:17 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$177
Sat 4/277:25 amSEA - SBA
1 stop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/265:50 amSBA - SEA
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$186
Tue 8/65:21 pmPDX - SBA
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Sat 8/101:20 pmSBA - PDX
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/29$188
Wed 8/215:00 pmPDX - SBA
2 stops6h 51mDelta
Sat 8/241:20 pmSBA - PDX
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/28$193
Fri 4/264:47 pmSEA - SBA
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/265:50 amSBA - SEA
1 stop5h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$196
Mon 5/2710:55 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/286:10 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$199
Sat 4/273:09 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/306:17 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$207
Wed 8/215:00 pmPDX - SBA
2 stops6h 51mDelta
Tue 8/271:20 pmSBA - PDX
1 stop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 3/28$223

Flights to Santa Barbara departing soon

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Have a look at some of the best last-minute flights available departing to Santa Barbara. Make sure to double check the price, time, and destination to confirm all are correct.
Mon 4/87:25 amSEA - SBA
1 stop4h 34mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/106:00 amSBA - SEA
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$286
Wed 4/35:15 amPHX - SBA
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/54:59 pmSBA - PHX
1 stop3h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$339
Wed 4/35:44 amSEA - SBA
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/64:59 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop5h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$358
Sun 4/712:13 pmDEN - SBA
1 stop4h 20mAmerican Airlines
Fri 4/126:12 amSBA - DEN
1 stop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$366
Wed 4/37:30 amPHX - SBA
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/54:59 pmSBA - PHX
1 stop3h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/29$399
Wed 4/310:35 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/102:06 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$400
Wed 4/38:07 pmSFO - SBA
1 stop3h 37mUnited Airlines
Wed 4/102:06 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$409
Sat 4/610:38 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/132:06 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$410
Mon 4/84:47 pmSEA - SBA
1 stop6h 57mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/126:29 amSBA - SEA
1 stop5h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$412

One-way flights to Santa Barbara

Explore one-way flight options to Santa Barbara for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,228,805 searches and data was last updated on March 29, 2024.
These are some of the best available deals on flights to Santa Barbara. Users seeking round-trip flights to Santa Barbara should update the search form at the top of the page accordingly.
Sat 6/85:35 amPDX - SBA
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Deal found 3/28$79
Tue 5/142:59 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$89
Sun 7/218:45 amSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$100
Tue 5/147:25 amSEA - SBA
1 stop4h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$113
Sat 8/36:00 amPDX - SBA
1 stop4h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$114
Tue 4/1611:42 amSEA - SBA
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$119
Sat 5/257:43 pmDEN - SBA
Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$121
Tue 5/145:18 amPDX - SBA
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$128
Tue 5/1412:13 pmDEN - SBA
1 stop4h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$130

Direct flights to Santa Barbara

Tue 4/232:59 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Fri 4/266:17 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$177
Mon 5/2710:55 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/286:10 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$199
Sat 4/273:09 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/306:17 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$207
Wed 5/110:35 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Thu 5/22:00 pmSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$229
Thu 4/252:59 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Mon 4/296:17 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$232
Thu 5/2310:55 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 19mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/266:10 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/29$239
Thu 8/157:45 pmDEN - SBA
Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/185:15 amSBA - DEN
Nonstop2h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$241
Thu 4/252:59 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 23mAlaska Airlines
Sun 4/286:17 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$252
Tue 9/34:10 pmSFO - SBA
Nonstop1h 15mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/610:40 amSBA - SFO
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$259

Find flights to Santa Barbara within your budget

Locate flights to Santa Barbara that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 3,228,805 searches and data was last updated on March 29, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

Budget

$176 - $318

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Seattle/Tacoma IntlSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 4/26

1 stop6h 57m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/29

1 stop5h 54m

$176

Seattle/Tacoma IntlSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 4/23

Nonstop2h 23m

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/26

Nonstop2h 34m

$177

Seattle/Tacoma IntlSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 4/27

1 stop4h 37m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/26

1 stop5h 40m

$186

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Sat 8/24

1 stop4h 36m

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/27

1 stop4h 50m

$188

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Wed 8/21

2 stops6h 51m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/24

1 stop4h 50m

$193

Seattle/Tacoma IntlSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 4/26

1 stop6h 57m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/26

1 stop5h 40m

$196

Seattle/Tacoma IntlSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 4/27

Nonstop2h 23m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/30

Nonstop2h 34m

$207

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Sat 4/20

1 stop6h 48m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/23

1 stop7h 29m

$237

Dallas/Fort WorthSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 4/20

2 stops30h 33m

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/27

1 stop8h 18m

$318

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 3/28

Average price of flights to Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight to Santa Barbara is currently $110 while a round-trip flight costs $209. Price data was last updated on March 24, 2024.

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight to Santa Barbara (average of $356). Flying to Santa Barbara in June will prove the most costly (average of $571). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

$356

February

$394

March

$446

April

$449

May

$467

June

$571

July

$512

August

$444

September

$400

October

$423

November

$449

December

$426

Temperature and rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

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

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Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The best time to book flights to Santa Barbara is 15 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on March 24, 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to Santa Barbara should consider flying on Tuesday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travelers will want to avoid Sunday at noon, when prices are usually at their highest.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. 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 Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated March 29, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta to Santa Barbara have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,127 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

8.1
Very good
9,127 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,127 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

8.1
Very good
11,402 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,127 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

7.4
Good
11,470 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,127 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

7.3
Good
15,181 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,127 reviews

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.1

Food

7.3

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

I would have liked flying out of the airport I chose not a different airport. My flight was moved to San Jose

One thing is for sure, you’ll have no problem relaxing in Santa Barbara. The pretty red roofs, white stucco houses And Mediterranean style homes with Spanish influence make travelers on flights to Santa Barbara feel like they stepped into a European paradise. Alas, settled neatly along the Pacific Ocean, this California hot-spot is merely a seaside haven heavily influenced by its historical forefathers. 

Nestled between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains, Santa Barbara doesn’t lack in scenery. Between the yachting enthusiasts, retirees, and lively college students from the University of California at Santa Barbara (UCSB), you can’t help but feel comfortable among all the different lifestyles that converge under one sun. Cultural institutions, Spanish and Native American influenced architecture, and a vast array of shopping and nightlife are sure to please even the weariest of travelers. 

And of course, no matter when you book your flight to Santa Barbara, you’ll be completely enamored with its central coast location and jaw-dropping views. So kick back, grab a cocktail, and enjoy the blissful weather, friendly environment, and palm-tree filled scenery that graces Santa Barbara.

Santa Barbara, CA climate

Sunny days and mild evenings are the norm here, so booking a Santa Barbara flight is easy any time of the year. Its unique location allows it to sneak passed inclement weather almost all year round. With mountains to the east, and surrounding coastlines running east and west, Santa Barbara typically sits pretty at around 70 degrees Fahrenheit, raising slightly in the summer, and dipping slightly in the winter. Its coastal climate allows for undying sunlight and soft breezes that create the perfect beachside getaway. 

Best Time to Fly to Santa Barbara, CA

With more than 300 days of sunshine a year, there’s really better time to book flights to Santa Barbara than the present.

Peak Season:

If you plan on spending most of your time on the beach, then book your Santa Barbara flight in the summer time (June to August), when temperatures reach in the high 70s, and there’s little rainfall. 

Off-peak Season:

Since there is no real off-season here, it’s easy to find cheap flights to Santa Barbara any time of the year.

Getting around Santa Barbara, CA

Santa Barbara doesn’t have much of a public transportation system, so you’ll want to rent a car or ride your bike to get around. Alternatively, board a waterfront shuttle along State Street. You can head out to Stearns Wharf, or take another route from Santa Barbara Zoo to the Harbor Way. The buses are mostly used by commuters, but they run all over the city and to surrounding towns for a reasonable price.      

Santa Barbara, CA Travel Information

Botanic Garden: If you’re booking flights to Santa Barbara and are aching to spend some quality time traipsing in the natural world, look no further than the Santa Barbara Botanic Garden. Set on a glorious 65-acre garden, the entire area is full of native flora and fauna for strollers to see. Five trails of cacti, redwoods, and wildflowers are arranged for different experiences, depending on your physical abilities. Easy flat walks are supplemented by narrower, hilly trails. If you’re spending the entire afternoon, make sure to take a tour of Lotusland, where explanations of each species and arrangement are given. Canine friends are welcome, as long as they are well behaved and on leashes. 

Zoo: If the kids are restless after the long flight to Santa Barbara, then the zoo is the perfect place to unleash some energy. From preying cats to lively monkeys and slow-moving elephants to and graceful giraffes, animals of all sorts will captivate travelers of any age. It’s the penguins, however, that seem to steal the show as they flap around their territories. The squeamish should probably avoid the interactive insect room (with bugs like cockroaches and African millipedes). Intertwined with beautiful gardens, the zoo can also be a nice place for a peaceful walk in the daytime. 

Stearn’s Wharf: Just right for any time of day, Stearn’s Wharf can be serene in the morning, bustling in the afternoon, and thrilling in the evening. Jutting out of the southern part of the city, the coastal hot spot was built in 1872 by John Peck Stearn and is known today to be the oldest continuously operating wharf on the West Coast. Partially destroyed by fires in 1998, it has been fully restored and perfected for visitors. If you book a flight to Santa Barbara craving a little ocean side fun, then Stearn’s Wharf is the quintessential place to walk around for hours, and watch the lights come on at dusk. 

Beaches: Whether you’re planning your Santa Barbara travel alone, with friends, or with the whole family, everyone can agree on spending a day at the beach. For fun in the sun, Carpinteria State Beach is a great place to sunbathe, fly a kite, or go swimming. Known for its shallow, calm waters that run for hundreds of feet, Carpinteria has always been deemed one of the safest beaches for children and families to visit. Stroll the mile-long shoreline and back in the sun’s rays to truly enjoy the outdoors.

  • What does SBA mean?

    Santa Barbara Airport is SBA. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

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

    Most people fly into Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight to Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

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