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$868+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Africa

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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — JNB
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Africa

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Round-trip from

$868
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,094
From Santa Barbara to Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($58 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($51 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Best flights from Santa Barbara to Africa
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Africa that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 3/115:30 amSBA - CAI
3 stops30h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 3/154:55 pmCAI - SBA
2 stops39h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$868
This Arangrant deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Arangrant is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/611:32 amSBA - CAI
2 stops23h 28mLufthansa
Tue 1/201:55 amCAI - SBA
2 stops25h 54mLufthansa
Deal found 9/17$3,658
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 1/610:16 amSBA - CAI
2 stops44h 04mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/216:50 amCAI - SBA
2 stops44h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$4,485
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 1/65:00 amSBA - CAI
3 stops24h 55mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/201:55 amCAI - SBA
2 stops25h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$3,783

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Santa BarbaraCairo

SBA - CAI

SBACAI

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/11

5:30 am-9:00 pm

3 stops30h 30m

Cairo

Sun 3/15

4:55 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops39h 59m

$868

Santa BarbaraCairo

SBA - CAI

SBACAI

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/6

11:32 am-9:00 pm

2 stops23h 28m

Cairo

Tue 1/20

1:55 am-5:49 pm

2 stops25h 54m

$3,658

Santa BarbaraCairo

SBA - CAI

SBACAI

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/6

5:00 am-3:55 pm

3 stops24h 55m

Cairo

Tue 1/20

1:55 am-5:49 pm

2 stops25h 54m

$3,783

Santa BarbaraCairo

SBA - CAI

SBACAI

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/6

10:16 am-4:20 pm

2 stops44h 04m

Cairo

Wed 1/21

6:50 am-4:52 pm

2 stops44h 02m

$4,485

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Deals found on 9/16

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Santa Barbara to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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 SBA to AF?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

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

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

    For a flight from Santa Barbara to Africa, you will be flying from Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara (SBA) is just 8.0 mi from the center of the city.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to Africa in 30h 30m. Fly via United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 7594 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Africa 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 Santa Barbara to Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Africa (average of $1,173). Flying from Santa Barbara to Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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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