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$90+ Cheap flights from Portland to Santa Barbara (PDX - SBA)

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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SBA
Jul 13 — Jul 201
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Santa Barbara are usually found in January or December, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from Portland to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 13, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/194:00 pm
PDX
-
SBA
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Wed 9/25:45 am
SBA
-
PDX
1 stop4h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8$180
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/235:30 am
PDX
-
SBA
2 stops8h 14m
United Airlines
Sat 9/264:21 pm
SBA
-
PDX
1 stop4h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/10$202
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/225:25 am
PDX
-
SBA
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Tue 8/115:45 pm
SBA
-
PDX
1 stop3h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/9$209
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/41:14 pm
PDX
-
SBA
1 stop4h 23m
United Airlines
Mon 8/108:24 pm
SBA
-
PDX
1 stop4h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9$213
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/236:35 am
PDX
-
SBA
1 stop3h 40m
Southwest
Sat 9/267:10 am
SBA
-
PDX
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8$216
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/46:35 am
PDX
-
SBA
1 stop3h 40m
Southwest
Mon 8/104:40 pm
SBA
-
PDX
2 stops6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 6/8$221
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/143:43 pm
PDX
-
SBA
1 stop7h 02m
United Airlines
Mon 8/176:43 pm
SBA
-
PDX
1 stop5h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/9$229

Find flight deals from Portland to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$180
(Southwest)

One-way from

$90
(Southwest)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$357

Good round-trip deal

$357 or less

Good one-way deal

$193 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-Santa Barbara flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Portland-Santa Barbara flights.
From Portland to Santa Barbara
One-way flight from Portland to Santa Barbara
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Portland to Santa Barbara.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Portland to Santa Barbara.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Tue 8/4

11:35 am-5:05 pm

2 stops5h 30m

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/10

5:30 am-12:05 pm

2 stops6h 35m

$227

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Sat 7/18

5:15 am-11:52 am

1 stop6h 37m

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/18

8:24 pm-12:50 am

1 stop4h 26m

$237

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Thu 7/9

5:15 am-11:52 am

1 stop6h 37m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/13

6:15 am-10:20 am

1 stop4h 05m

$237
Quickest round-trip

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Thu 7/2

5:30 am-9:00 am

1 stop3h 30m

Santa Barbara

Sun 7/5

7:50 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$237

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Tue 7/28

12:35 pm-6:10 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Santa Barbara

Thu 7/30

7:50 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop3h 35m

$277

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Tue 9/22

7:55 am-2:47 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/26

2:17 pm-4:34 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

$280

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Wed 9/23

9:13 am-2:47 pm

1 stop5h 34m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/26

7:30 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 14m

$280

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Sat 10/31

5:15 am-12:55 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/4

2:30 pm-12:54 am

2 stops10h 24m

$282

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Tue 9/22

9:00 am-7:42 pm

2 stops10h 42m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/26

2:05 pm-6:31 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$282

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Wed 9/23

5:00 am-1:44 pm

2 stops8h 44m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/26

5:00 am-1:15 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$282

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Compare providers for flights from Portland to Santa Barbara

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to Santa Barbara in June.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Portland-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara

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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Santa Barbara

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara?

The price you pay for your flight from Portland to Santa Barbara may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 45 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara (average of $216). Flying from Portland to Santa Barbara in May is currently the most expensive (average of $397). 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.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Portland to Santa Barbara. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 13, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Portland to Santa Barbara at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 36% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland to Santa Barbara?

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 13, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andDelta from Portland to Santa Barbara by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Portland to Santa Barbara. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    You will need to book a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara if you want to fly from Portland to Santa Barbara. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Portland (PDX) to Santa Barbara (SBA) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Santa Barbara from the Portland airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from PDX to SBA to be around 2h 13m.

  • How popular is this Portland to Santa Barbara flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    Departing from Portland to Santa Barbara will take you 5h 30m. The distance from Portland to Santa Barbara is about 784 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Santa Barbara, with prices starting at $83. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Hawaiian Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $98 and $166, respectively. These flights start at 72% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland to Santa Barbara one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $78. Users have also found prices from $88 and $108 on United Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    Before booking your flight to Santa Barbara from Portland, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Hawaiian Airlines (100%), SkyWest Airlines (95%), Alaska Airlines( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    On average you can expect to pay $363 for a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara. The cheapest flight overall is $193 while the most popular route, (Portland - Santa Barbara) is currently priced at $180.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Portland to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara (average of $216). Flying from Portland to Santa Barbara in May is currently the most expensive (average of $397). 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 5 airlines flying from Portland to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 13, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$83Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$98Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$172Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$177Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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