Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to China from $1,775

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 11/7. 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 — SHA
Apr 30 — May 71

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 55 days in advance to save up to 24% 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 55 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 Santa Barbara to China 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $1,705, or $2,044 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in June. For low rates, November can be a great choice for travel to China. Flights to China from Santa Barbara in November are about $1,790 on average during November, but can be found for as low as $1,006.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to China (SBA - CN)?

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

Santa Barbara to China 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Barbara and China in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,701 searches. Data last updated April 25, 2024.
Thu 11/76:00 amSBA - PVG
1 stop20h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/118:25 pmPVG - SBA
1 stop19h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,775
Thu 11/77:00 amSBA - PVG
2 stops19h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/118:25 pmPVG - SBA
1 stop19h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$1,779
Thu 11/77:07 pmSBA - PVG
2 stops31h 38mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/118:25 pmPVG - SBA
1 stop33h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,785
Thu 11/71:21 pmSBA - PVG
2 stops34h 49mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/116:10 pmPVG - SBA
2 stops33h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,889
Thu 11/76:27 amSBA - PVG
1 stop41h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/116:10 pmPVG - SBA
1 stop18h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$1,897

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

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

  • What does SBA to SHA mean?

    This is defined as Santa Barbara Airport (SBA) and Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport (SHA). Codes like Shanghai Hongqiao Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Guangzhou Baiyun Airport (CAN), Shanghai Pu Dong Airport (PVG), Beijing Capital Airport (PEK), Shenzhen Airport (SZX), Qingdao Jiaodong Intl Airport (TAO) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Many airlines flying from Santa Barbara to China 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 China?

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

    The Santa Barbara to China flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/23.

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