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Cheap flights from Austin to Santa Barbara (AUS - SBA) from $213

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 7/15. 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.
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Jun 22 — Jun 291
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The best prices from Austin Bergstrom to Santa Barbara are usually found in September or August, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Austin to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Austin (AUS) 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 17, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Austin to Santa Barbara?

Users have found that flying from Austin to Santa Barbara on a Friday 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 Austin to Santa Barbara?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 36 days in advance, which can save you up to 75% on flights from Austin to Santa Barbara compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 36 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $237. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $379.

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

Flights from Austin to Santa Barbara lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Austin to Santa Barbara in September, with the cheapest ticket starting at $56.

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

It’s optimal to fly from Austin to Santa Barbara at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Cheap Austin to Santa Barbara flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Austin 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 3,263,674 searches. Prices were last updated on June 17, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Austin to Santa Barbara in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 7/177:00 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/245:10 amSBA - AUS
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$296
Tue 7/3012:30 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/21:01 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$306
Tue 7/304:55 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop6h 08mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/21:01 pmSBA - AUS
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$311
Tue 7/304:10 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/21:01 pmSBA - AUS
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$316
Fri 7/54:55 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/125:10 amSBA - AUS
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$317
Tue 7/304:10 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/21:01 pmSBA - AUS
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$346
Wed 7/174:00 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops9h 43mDelta
Wed 7/241:45 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Deal found 6/17$352
Wed 7/175:30 amAUS - SBA
2 stops8h 40mUnited Airlines
Wed 7/2411:03 amSBA - AUS
2 stops10h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$386
Fri 7/56:00 amAUS - SBA
1 stop8h 10mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/1211:03 amSBA - AUS
2 stops8h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$402

Austin to Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Austin and Santa Barbara in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,263,674 searches. Data last updated June 17, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from Austin to Santa Barbara in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 7/177:00 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/245:10 amSBA - AUS
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$296
Tue 7/3012:30 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/21:01 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$306
Tue 8/612:44 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops12h 59mDelta
Fri 8/96:00 amSBA - AUS
1 stop5h 33mDelta
Deal found 6/17$311
Tue 8/612:20 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops8h 01mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/91:18 pmSBA - AUS
2 stops7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$316
Fri 7/54:55 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Fri 7/125:10 amSBA - AUS
1 stop6h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$317
Wed 10/96:00 amAUS - SBA
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/136:00 amSBA - AUS
1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/15$331
Wed 10/912:48 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops13h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/132:00 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/15$336
Wed 8/72:54 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 22mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/115:28 amSBA - AUS
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$341
Tue 7/304:10 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop6h 53mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/21:01 pmSBA - AUS
2 stops8h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/16$346

Austin to Santa Barbara flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Austin 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 3,263,674 searches. Data last updated June 17, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Austin to Santa Barbara. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Wed 6/265:45 amAUS - SBA
1 stop17h 33mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/56:24 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop8h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$474
Wed 6/2611:00 amAUS - SBA
2 stops10h 51mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/56:24 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop8h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$522
Wed 6/2611:00 amAUS - SBA
2 stops10h 51mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/55:14 amSBA - AUS
2 stops10h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$582

One-way flights to Santa Barbara from Austin

Search for one-way flight options from Austin to Santa Barbara. 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 3,263,674 searches. Data last updated June 17, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Austin to Santa Barbara, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. For those needing a return trip from Austin, there is a search form available above.
Mon 7/154:55 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$213
Mon 7/154:10 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops8h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/17$218
Sat 6/296:15 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop29h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$317
Sat 6/296:15 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops18h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$322
Sat 6/296:15 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop29h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$335
Sat 6/296:15 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops18h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/17$340
Mon 6/246:15 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop29h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$355
Mon 6/246:15 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops19h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$360
Mon 6/245:15 amAUS - SBA
3 stops18h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/16$569

Find flights from Austin to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Austin 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 3,263,674 searches. Data last updated June 17, 2024.

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Austin BergstromSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 7/17

1 stop5h 22m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/24

1 stop8h 10m

$296

Austin BergstromSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 8/6

1 stop10h 13m

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/9

1 stop5h 33m

$306

Austin BergstromSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 8/6

2 stops12h 59m

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/9

1 stop5h 33m

$311

Austin BergstromSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 8/6

2 stops8h 01m

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/9

2 stops7h 37m

$316

Austin BergstromSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 7/5

1 stop5h 56m

Santa Barbara

Fri 7/12

1 stop6h 57m

$317

Austin BergstromSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 10/9

1 stop8h 08m

Santa Barbara

Sun 10/13

1 stop7h 50m

$331

Austin BergstromSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 10/9

2 stops13h 08m

Santa Barbara

Sun 10/13

1 stop7h 59m

$336

Austin BergstromSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 7/17

2 stops9h 43m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/24

1 stop5h 14m

$352

Austin BergstromSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 10/10

1 stop6h 10m

Santa Barbara

Sun 10/13

1 stop7h 59m

$366

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Austin to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on June 14, 2024.
The best time to book flights from Austin to Santa Barbara is 36 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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What is the cheapest day to fly from Austin to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Austin to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Austin to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings 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 Austin 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.

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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 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 17, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Austin to Santa Barbara, see what other customers have to say about United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 Austin to Santa Barbara for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Austin to Santa Barbara for under $300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $296, but on average you can expect to pay $364.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Austin to Santa Barbara for under $500?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Austin to Santa Barbara within the next 7 days for less than $500.

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

    American Airlines, at $296, was found to be the cheapest airline from Austin to Santa Barbara.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. American Airlines is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What does AUS to SBA mean?

    AUS and SBA are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. AUS to SBA refers to a flight route from Austin Bergstrom Airport to Santa Barbara Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Many airlines flying from Austin 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 Austin to Santa Barbara?

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

    The Austin to Santa Barbara flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/17.

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Santa Barbara (average of $359). Flying from Austin 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 2 airlines flying from Austin to Santa Barbara

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American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$251Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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