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$388+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Anchorage (SBA - ANC)

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 2/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — ANC
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Anchorage

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Anchorage
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Anchorage. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:39 pmSBA - ANC
1 stop24h 03mAlaska Airlines
Thu 2/196:09 pmANC - SBA
1 stop18h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/10$627
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/247:30 amSBA - ANC
2 stops17h 55mUnited Airlines
Thu 2/1911:45 pmANC - SBA
2 stops23h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$723
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/251:01 pmSBA - ANC
1 stop12h 24mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/281:30 amANC - SBA
1 stop10h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$792
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Thu 12/111:00 pmSBA - ANC
1 stop10h 56mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/221:30 amANC - SBA
1 stop10h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$895
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/107:19 pmSBA - ANC
1 stop7h 53mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/2511:00 amANC - SBA
2 stops9h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$899
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:19 pmSBA - ANC
1 stop16h 51mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/221:04 amANC - SBA
1 stop7h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$935
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:19 pmSBA - ANC
1 stop7h 53mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/211:04 amANC - SBA
1 stop16h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$936
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:19 pmSBA - ANC
2 stops26h 28mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/201:59 amANC - SBA
1 stop15h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$940

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Anchorage (ANC). 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$388
(Delta)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$531
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Anchorage that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Anchorage

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Santa BarbaraAnchorage

SBA - ANC

SBAANC

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/19

12:36 pm-12:09 am

2 stops12h 33m

Anchorage

Wed 2/25

1:20 am-4:19 pm

2 stops13h 59m

$388

Santa BarbaraAnchorage

SBA - ANC

SBAANC

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/19

2:38 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Anchorage

Thu 2/26

5:15 am-1:47 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$418

Santa BarbaraAnchorage

SBA - ANC

SBAANC

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/12

2:38 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop9h 26m

Anchorage

Sun 2/15

5:15 am-1:49 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$418

Santa BarbaraAnchorage

SBA - ANC

SBAANC

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/12

6:23 am-11:08 pm

2 stops17h 45m

Anchorage

Sun 2/15

9:00 am-5:07 pm

2 stops31h 07m

$612

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Deals found on 12/11

Compare providers for flights from Santa Barbara to Anchorage

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 Santa Barbara to Anchorage in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Santa Barbara-Anchorage flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Anchorage flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Anchorage flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Anchorage flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Santa Barbara-Anchorage 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 Santa Barbara to Anchorage

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Anchorage (average of $191). Flying from Santa Barbara to Anchorage in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 ANC?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Anchorage. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Anchorage is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Anchorage

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Anchorage. 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 Anchorage. Reviews last updated December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines from Santa Barbara to Anchorage to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Art,Dec 2025

SAN - OGG

It was a five hour flight and my seat did not recline. I have had three back surgeries and I’m solid bone for my L3 vertebrae all the way to my tailbone. My body has never hurt so much. There was no TV on this flight and only a small can of soda was free.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Anchorage. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For as low as $418, Delta can have you in Anchorage from Santa Barbara in 9h 26m. There are 2275 mi between Santa Barbara and Anchorage. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Barbara to Anchorage round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Santa Barbara to Anchorage is Alaska Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $399 on this airline. This flight start at 46% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Anchorage (average of $191). Flying from Santa Barbara to Anchorage in March is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 airline flying from Santa Barbara to Anchorage

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Anchorage. 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$485Average$660FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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