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Cheap flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara (BUF - SBA) from $331

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/20. 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.
BUF — SBA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Santa Barbara (SBA). 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 June 12, 2024.

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July

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February

Average price

$585

Round-trip from

$238
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Santa Barbara?

Users have found that flying from Buffalo to Santa Barbara on a Sunday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 42 days in advance to save up to 86% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 42 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Buffalo to Santa Barbara 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $350, or $397 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Buffalo. Users have commonly found prices around $335 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $132. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUF to SBA?

When flying from Buffalo to Santa Barbara, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight in the morning.

Cheap Buffalo to Santa Barbara flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Buffalo to Santa Barbara specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Prices were last updated on June 12, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Buffalo to Santa Barbara in June and July 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 7/27:20 amBUF - SBA
2 stops11h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/65:10 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$501
Thu 7/186:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/315:10 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$506
Thu 7/186:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/316:38 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops14h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$511
Thu 7/188:00 amBUF - SBA
2 stops10h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/316:38 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops14h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$516
Tue 7/27:20 amBUF - SBA
2 stops11h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/66:40 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops11h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$566
Tue 7/26:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop17h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/65:10 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$581
Thu 7/183:59 pmBUF - SBA
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Wed 7/317:35 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 04mDelta
Deal found 6/11$586
Thu 6/204:03 pmBUF - SBA
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Thu 7/47:35 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/11$646
Thu 6/2011:12 amBUF - SBA
2 stops13h 07mDelta
Thu 7/47:35 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/11$651

Buffalo to Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Buffalo and Santa Barbara in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Buffalo to Santa Barbara in June and July 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 8/203:59 pmBUF - SBA
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Thu 8/297:35 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 04mDelta
Deal found 6/11$331
Tue 8/2010:10 amBUF - SBA
2 stops13h 50mDelta
Thu 8/297:35 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 04mDelta
Deal found 6/11$336
Tue 8/205:15 amBUF - SBA
2 stops10h 18mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/295:30 amSBA - BUF
2 stops10h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$388
Tue 7/27:20 amBUF - SBA
2 stops11h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/65:10 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$501
Thu 7/186:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/315:10 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$506
Thu 7/186:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/316:38 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops14h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$511
Thu 7/188:00 amBUF - SBA
2 stops10h 19mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/316:38 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops14h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$516
Tue 7/27:20 amBUF - SBA
2 stops11h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/66:40 pmSBA - BUF
2 stops11h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$566
Tue 7/26:40 amBUF - SBA
1 stop17h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 7/65:10 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$581

Buffalo to Santa Barbara flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Buffalo to Santa Barbara 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 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
Have a look at some of the last-minute flights available departing from Buffalo to Santa Barbara. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Thu 6/204:03 pmBUF - SBA
1 stop8h 16mDelta
Thu 7/47:35 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/11$646
Thu 6/2011:12 amBUF - SBA
2 stops13h 07mDelta
Thu 7/47:35 amSBA - BUF
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/11$651
Thu 6/202:04 pmBUF - SBA
2 stops12h 50mUnited Airlines
Thu 7/45:15 amSBA - BUF
3 stops15h 10mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$1,107

Find flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara 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 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.

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Budget

$331 - $586

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Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Tue 8/20

1 stop8h 01m

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/29

1 stop8h 04m

$331

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Tue 8/20

2 stops13h 50m

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/29

1 stop8h 04m

$336

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Tue 8/20

2 stops10h 18m

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/29

2 stops10h 40m

$388

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Tue 7/2

2 stops11h 07m

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/6

1 stop8h 44m

$501

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Thu 7/18

1 stop7h 47m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/31

2 stops14h 21m

$511

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Thu 7/18

2 stops10h 19m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/31

2 stops14h 21m

$516

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Tue 7/2

2 stops11h 07m

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/6

2 stops11h 44m

$566

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Tue 8/20

3 stops32h 59m

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/29

2 stops15h 17m

$585

BuffaloSanta Barbara

BUF - SBA

BUFSBA

Buffalo

Thu 7/18

1 stop8h 01m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/31

1 stop8h 04m

$586

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Deals found on 6/11

What is the cheapest day to fly from Buffalo to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons 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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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Santa Barbara

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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.

LAX

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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 June 12, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Buffalo to Santa Barbara by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,629 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Related info for your journey

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

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $331, but on average you can expect to pay $661.

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

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara within the next 7 days for less than $700.

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

    Delta, at $331, was found to be the cheapest airline from Buffalo to Santa Barbara.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include American Airlines and United Airlines. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What does BUF to SBA mean?

    Buffalo Airport is BUF and Santa Barbara Airport is SBA. 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 Buffalo to Santa Barbara that include extra baggage allowance?

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Many airlines flying from Buffalo to Santa Barbara 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 Buffalo to Santa Barbara?

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

    The Buffalo to Santa Barbara flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/12.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Santa Barbara (average of $359). Flying from Buffalo to Santa Barbara 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.

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Top airline flying from Buffalo to Santa Barbara

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Buffalo to Santa Barbara. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,117,830 searches. Data last updated June 12, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$294Average$579FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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