$143+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Austin (SBA - AUS)
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SBA — AUS
Sep 15 — Sep 221
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to AustinExplore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Austin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 16, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Austin. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 16, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Mon 11/21:50 pm -
1 stop5h 10m
Wed 11/45:40 pm -
1 stop5h 00m
Deal found 8/13![Southwest logo]()
$301
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Mon 11/22:35 pm -
1 stop23h 10m
Wed 11/44:25 pm -
1 stop9h 18m
Deal found 8/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$304
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Thu 10/83:25 pm -
1 stop7h 00m
Tue 10/2011:10 am -
1 stop8h 10m
Deal found 8/12![Southwest logo]()
$305
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Mon 9/217:24 pm -
1 stop17h 57m
Wed 9/237:59 pm -
1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 8/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$307
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/172:30 pm -
2 stops7h 24m
Tue 9/224:30 pm -
1 stop6h 33m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$310
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/212:45 pm -
2 stops8h 14m
Wed 11/45:00 am -
2 stops9h 00m
Deal found 8/13![American Airlines logo]()
$320
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/13:10 pm -
1 stop24h 19m
Mon 12/76:30 pm -
1 stop21h 58m
Deal found 8/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$343
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 9/113:26 pm -
1 stop19h 49m
Sun 9/136:02 am -
1 stop10h 45m
Deal found 8/13![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$345
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/216:10 am -
1 stop5h 10m
Wed 9/235:00 am -
2 stops8h 41m
Deal found 8/14![American Airlines logo]()
$351
Best flights from Santa Barbara to AustinDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Austin that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 16, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Austin that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 16, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Mon 11/21:50 pm -
1 stop5h 10m
Wed 11/45:40 pm -
1 stop5h 00m
Deal found 8/13![Southwest logo]()
$301
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Sat 10/316:08 am -
1 stop11h 11m
Tue 11/36:00 am -
1 stop19h 43m
Deal found 8/13![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$304
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Mon 11/22:35 pm -
1 stop23h 10m
Wed 11/44:25 pm -
1 stop9h 18m
Deal found 8/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$304
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/13:10 pm -
1 stop24h 19m
Mon 12/76:30 pm -
1 stop21h 58m
Deal found 8/16![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$343
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Thu 11/122:35 pm -
1 stop5h 54m
Sun 11/156:00 am -
1 stop9h 58m
Deal found 8/13![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$364
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 9/172:17 pm -
1 stop7h 42m
Fri 9/187:07 pm -
2 stops21h 40m
Deal found 8/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$391
Last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to AustinDiscover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to Austin. Data last updated August 16, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to Austin. Data last updated August 16, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Fri 9/113:26 pm -
1 stop19h 49m
Sun 9/136:02 am -
1 stop10h 45m
Deal found 8/13![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$345
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Fri 9/113:26 pm -
1 stop25h 53m
Fri 9/187:59 pm -
1 stop20h 48m
Deal found 8/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$370
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Thu 9/176:00 am -
1 stop14h 27m
Tue 9/227:59 pm -
1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 8/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$304
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/172:30 pm -
2 stops7h 24m
Tue 9/224:30 pm -
1 stop6h 33m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$310
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Mon 9/217:24 pm -
1 stop17h 57m
Wed 9/237:59 pm -
1 stop5h 51m
Deal found 8/14![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/216:10 am -
1 stop5h 10m
Wed 9/235:00 am -
2 stops8h 41m
Deal found 8/14![American Airlines logo]()
$351
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/242:17 pm -
1 stop7h 42m
Sun 9/277:59 pm -
1 stop20h 48m
Deal found 8/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$366
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 9/2610:40 am -
1 stop8h 10m
Thu 10/15:50 pm -
2 stops8h 15m
Deal found 8/14![Southwest logo]()
$380
One-way flights from Santa Barbara to AustinSearch for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Austin. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 16, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Austin. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 16, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Sat 9/53:26 pm -
1 stop5h 01m
Deal found 8/13![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$143
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/172:22 pm -
1 stop6h 05m
Deal found 8/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$152
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 10/132:05 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 8/13![Southwest logo]()
$153
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/171:30 pm -
2 stops8h 29m
Deal found 8/13![American Airlines logo]()
$158
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/59:45 am -
2 stops7h 26m
Deal found 8/13![American Airlines logo]()
$159
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/183:26 pm -
1 stop25h 53m
Deal found 8/12![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$168
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/172:30 pm -
1 stop5h 28m
Deal found 8/14![United Airlines logo]()
$185
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/182:30 pm -
2 stops7h 24m
Deal found 8/12![United Airlines logo]()
$201
Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Austin
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Austin (AUS). 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 August 16, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $301 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $143 (Alaska Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $421 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Austin 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated August 16, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Austin that are best for you.
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Santa BarbaraAustin
SBA Santa Barbara - AUS Austin Bergstrom
SBAAUS
Santa Barbara
Mon 11/2
1:50 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop5h 10m
Austin Bergstrom
Wed 11/4
5:40 pm-8:40 pm
1 stop5h 00m
$301
Santa BarbaraAustin
SBA Santa Barbara - AUS Austin Bergstrom
SBAAUS
Santa Barbara
Sat 10/31
6:08 am-7:19 pm
1 stop11h 11m
Austin Bergstrom
Tue 11/3
6:00 am-11:43 pm
1 stop19h 43m
$304
Santa BarbaraAustin
SBA Santa Barbara - AUS Austin Bergstrom
SBAAUS
Santa Barbara
Mon 11/2
2:35 pm-3:45 pm
1 stop23h 10m
Austin Bergstrom
Wed 11/4
4:25 pm-11:43 pm
1 stop9h 18m
$304
Santa BarbaraAustin
SBA Santa Barbara - AUS Austin Bergstrom
SBAAUS
Santa Barbara
Tue 12/1
3:10 pm-5:29 pm
1 stop24h 19m
Austin Bergstrom
Mon 12/7
6:30 pm-2:28 pm
1 stop21h 58m
$343
Santa BarbaraAustin
SBA Santa Barbara - AUS Austin Bergstrom
SBAAUS
Santa Barbara
Thu 11/12
2:35 pm-10:29 pm
1 stop5h 54m
Austin Bergstrom
Sun 11/15
6:00 am-1:58 pm
1 stop9h 58m
$364
Santa BarbaraAustin
SBA Santa Barbara - AUS Austin Bergstrom
SBAAUS
Santa Barbara
Thu 9/17
2:17 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop7h 42m
Austin Bergstrom
Fri 9/18
7:07 pm-2:47 pm
2 stops21h 40m
$391
Cheapest one-way
Santa BarbaraAustin
SBA Santa Barbara - AUS Austin Bergstrom
SBAAUS
Santa Barbara
Tue 10/13
2:05 pm-10:45 pm
1 stop6h 40m
$153
Santa BarbaraAustin
SBA Santa Barbara - AUS Austin Bergstrom
SBAAUS
Santa Barbara
Tue 10/13
1:30 pm-10:43 pm
2 stops7h 13m
$158
Santa BarbaraAustin
SBA Santa Barbara - AUS Austin Bergstrom
SBAAUS
Santa Barbara
Fri 10/9
2:22 pm-7:19 pm
1 stop26h 57m
$168
Santa BarbaraAustin
SBA Santa Barbara - AUS Austin Bergstrom
SBAAUS
Santa Barbara
Fri 10/16
2:22 pm-7:19 pm
1 stop26h 57m
$168
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Austin in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Austin flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Austin flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Austin flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Austin 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 Santa Barbara-Austin flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Reviews of airlines servicing Austin
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Austin. 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 Austin. Reviews last updated August 16, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Santa Barbara to Austin have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreMike,Aug 2025
OKC - AUS
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$254 | Average$476 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$254 | Average$362 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$257 | Average$466 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$276 | Average$426 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |