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Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Amsterdam (AMS) from $1,404

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 9/8. 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 — AMS
May 25 — Jun 11
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Amsterdam (AMS). 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 20, 2024.

Round-trip from

$597
From Santa Barbara to Amsterdam Schiphol
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam?

Users have found that leaving on a Tuesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 40% 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 Amsterdam?

To save up to 16% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 26 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 Amsterdam from $747 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $794 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

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

February can be a great time to fly to Amsterdam from Santa Barbara with a flight ticket averaging about $893. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of February for as cheap as $465. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam (SBA - AMS)?

When flying from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap Lufthansa flights from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Lufthansa for the route between Santa Barbara and Amsterdam. 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 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Lufthansa flights heading from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Tue 7/21:47 pmSBA - AMS
2 stops22h 53mLufthansa
Mon 7/82:40 pmAMS - SBA
2 stops42h 14mLufthansa
Deal found 5/19$1,642
Tue 7/210:45 amSBA - AMS
1 stop14h 35mLufthansa
Mon 7/89:05 pmAMS - SBA
2 stops35h 49mLufthansa
Deal found 5/19$1,798
Tue 7/210:45 amSBA - AMS
1 stop14h 35mLufthansa
Mon 7/82:50 pmAMS - SBA
1 stop18h 04mLufthansa
Deal found 5/19$2,365

Cheap Austrian Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Austrian Airlines for the route between Santa Barbara and Amsterdam. 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 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Austrian Airlines flights we've found from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Tue 7/211:03 amSBA - AMS
2 stops20h 47mAustrian Airlines
Tue 7/97:00 amAMS - SBA
2 stops25h 59mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 5/19$3,100
Wed 7/311:03 amSBA - AMS
2 stops20h 47mAustrian Airlines
Tue 7/97:00 amAMS - SBA
2 stops25h 59mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 5/19$3,470
Tue 7/211:03 amSBA - AMS
2 stops20h 47mAustrian Airlines
Sun 7/77:00 amAMS - SBA
2 stops25h 59mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 5/19$4,425
Wed 7/311:03 amSBA - AMS
2 stops20h 47mAustrian Airlines
Mon 7/88:05 pmAMS - SBA
2 stops36h 54mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 5/19$4,968

Santa Barbara to Amsterdam 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Barbara and Amsterdam in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam in 2024. For more flight deals, be sure to check back very soon.
Sun 9/81:20 pmSBA - AMS
1 stop16h 05mDelta
Sun 9/225:00 pmAMS - SBA
1 stop15h 51mDelta
Deal found 5/18$1,404
Sun 9/86:00 amSBA - AMS
2 stops20h 20mDelta
Sun 9/225:00 pmAMS - SBA
1 stop15h 51mDelta
Deal found 5/18$1,408
Sun 9/86:28 amSBA - AMS
3 stops22h 22mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/2212:35 pmAMS - SBA
2 stops20h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/18$1,559
Wed 12/41:20 pmSBA - AMS
2 stops15h 45mDelta
Sun 12/81:00 pmAMS - SBA
1 stop16h 55mDelta
Deal found 5/17$1,602
Wed 12/47:25 amSBA - AMS
1 stop13h 30mDelta
Sun 12/810:45 amAMS - SBA
1 stop19h 10mDelta
Deal found 5/17$1,604
Wed 12/41:20 pmSBA - AMS
2 stops15h 45mDelta
Sun 12/810:15 amAMS - SBA
2 stops19h 40mDelta
Deal found 5/17$1,606
Wed 12/41:20 pmSBA - AMS
2 stops15h 45mDelta
Sun 12/812:40 pmAMS - SBA
2 stops20h 11mDelta
Deal found 5/18$1,607
Tue 7/21:47 pmSBA - AMS
2 stops22h 53mLufthansa
Mon 7/82:40 pmAMS - SBA
2 stops42h 14mLufthansa
Deal found 5/19$1,642
Tue 7/210:45 amSBA - AMS
1 stop14h 35mLufthansa
Mon 7/89:05 pmAMS - SBA
2 stops35h 49mLufthansa
Deal found 5/19$1,798

One-way flights to Amsterdam from Santa Barbara

Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam. 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 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam can choose from these deals. For those needing a return trip from Santa Barbara, there is a search form available above.
Wed 6/511:15 amSBA - AMS
3 stops41h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$4,794
Wed 6/55:50 amSBA - AMS
2 stops25h 50mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 5/19$5,607
Thu 6/611:15 amSBA - AMS
3 stops44h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$5,849
Tue 6/46:00 amSBA - AMS
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/19$7,261
Thu 6/65:15 amSBA - AMS
2 stops17h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/19$7,262

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam 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 2,621,518 searches. Data last updated May 20, 2024.

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$1,642 - $4,968

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Santa BarbaraAmsterdam Schiphol

SBA - AMS

SBAAMS

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/2

2 stops22h 53m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 7/8

2 stops42h 14m

$1,642

Santa BarbaraAmsterdam Schiphol

SBA - AMS

SBAAMS

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/2

1 stop14h 35m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 7/8

2 stops35h 49m

$1,798

Santa BarbaraAmsterdam Schiphol

SBA - AMS

SBAAMS

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/2

1 stop14h 35m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 7/8

1 stop18h 04m

$2,365

Santa BarbaraAmsterdam Schiphol

SBA - AMS

SBAAMS

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/2

2 stops20h 47m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 7/9

2 stops25h 59m

$3,100

Santa BarbaraAmsterdam Schiphol

SBA - AMS

SBAAMS

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/3

2 stops20h 47m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Tue 7/9

2 stops25h 59m

$3,470

Santa BarbaraAmsterdam Schiphol

SBA - AMS

SBAAMS

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/2

3 stops23h 32m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 7/8

2 stops39h 19m

$3,664

Santa BarbaraAmsterdam Schiphol

SBA - AMS

SBAAMS

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/2

2 stops20h 47m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Sun 7/7

2 stops25h 59m

$4,425

Santa BarbaraAmsterdam Schiphol

SBA - AMS

SBAAMS

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/3

2 stops20h 47m

Amsterdam Schiphol

Mon 7/8

2 stops36h 54m

$4,968

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Deals found on 5/19

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam. Price data was last updated on May 19, 2024.
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Noon
Afternoon
Evening
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Amsterdam flight should consider departing on Wednesday 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 Amsterdam by month

Plan your trip from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam is currently $6,155 while a round-trip flight costs $3,179. Price data was last updated on May 12, 2024.

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam (average of $597). Flying from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,241). 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

$598

February

$612

March

$675

April

$768

May

$877

June

$1,241

July

$1,148

August

$960

September

$838

October

$735

November

$597

December

$613

Temperature and rainfall in Amsterdam by month

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

AMS

Temperature

35.6 - 60.8 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Amsterdam

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Amsterdam. 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 Amsterdam. Reviews last updated May 20, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Lufthansa and Austrian Airlines from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Austrian Airlines
7.7
Good
1,046 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

It was good, but you guys cut on sending me emails to check in my carry-on bag and I was not going to do that because last time my bags were lost. One time and your airline was not full. There was plenty of room for peoples bags you weren’t telling the truth.

Austrian Airlines
7.7
Good
1,046 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.7
Good
1,046 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

It was good, but you guys cut on sending me emails to check in my carry-on bag and I was not going to do that because last time my bags were lost. One time and your airline was not full. There was plenty of room for peoples bags you weren’t telling the truth.

Turkish Airlines
7.4
Good
3,714 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.7
Good
1,046 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

It was good, but you guys cut on sending me emails to check in my carry-on bag and I was not going to do that because last time my bags were lost. One time and your airline was not full. There was plenty of room for peoples bags you weren’t telling the truth.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,894 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.7
Good
1,046 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

It was good, but you guys cut on sending me emails to check in my carry-on bag and I was not going to do that because last time my bags were lost. One time and your airline was not full. There was plenty of room for peoples bags you weren’t telling the truth.

Lufthansa
7.0
Good
7,642 reviews
Austrian Airlines
7.7
Good
1,046 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Food

6.9

Comfort

7.4

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.7

Boarding

7.6

Reviews

1 / 10

It was good, but you guys cut on sending me emails to check in my carry-on bag and I was not going to do that because last time my bags were lost. One time and your airline was not full. There was plenty of room for peoples bags you weren’t telling the truth.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam for under $1,700 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam for under $1,700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Lufthansa for just $1,642, but on average you can expect to pay $3,179.

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

    Currently priced at $1,642, Lufthansa will fly you from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam and back. In addition to Lufthansa, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Austrian Airlines for as low as $3,100.

  • What does SBA to AMS mean?

    This is defined as Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) and Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS). Codes like Amsterdam Schiphol Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Many airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Amsterdam 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 Amsterdam?

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

    The Santa Barbara to Amsterdam flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/19.

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