Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Austin (SBA - AUS) from $159

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 4/8. 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.
SBA — AUS
Mar 24 — Mar 311

The best prices from Santa Barbara to Austin Bergstrom are usually found in September or August, booked 46 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap 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 March 19, 2024.

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$263

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From Santa Barbara to Austin Bergstrom
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to Austin Bergstrom

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

Departing on a Friday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 29% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Find a great deal and save up to 62% by booking at least 42 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Santa Barbara to Austin within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $203.

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

Our data shows that January tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Austin from Santa Barbara. Users have commonly found prices around $218 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $51. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in March.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Austin (SBA - AUS)?

It’s optimal to fly from Santa Barbara to Austin in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Austin

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Santa Barbara and Austin. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Consider these cheap United Airlines flights we've found departing from Santa Barbara to Austin. Deals update often to give you more flight options matching your criteria
Sat 5/187:10 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/218:00 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$418
Thu 5/166:00 amSBA - AUS
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/218:00 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/19$441
Sat 5/186:00 amSBA - AUS
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2110:55 amAUS - SBA
2 stops14h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$457
Thu 5/25:15 amSBA - AUS
2 stops15h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/58:10 amAUS - SBA
1 stop8h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$467
Sat 5/185:15 amSBA - AUS
1 stop13h 52mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/2110:55 amAUS - SBA
2 stops14h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$471
Sat 5/185:15 amSBA - AUS
1 stop9h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/216:55 amAUS - SBA
1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$485
Thu 6/68:44 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop25h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/108:00 amAUS - SBA
1 stop17h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$546
Thu 5/25:15 amSBA - AUS
2 stops15h 50mUnited Airlines
Sun 5/58:25 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops17h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$566
Fri 4/192:06 pmSBA - AUS
2 stops19h 12mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/218:10 amAUS - SBA
1 stop17h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$570

Cheap American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Austin

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Santa Barbara and Austin. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Some of the best deals we've found on American Airlines flights traveling from Santa Barbara to Austin. Make sure to examine the flight information before completing your reservation.
Wed 4/174:49 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/2412:20 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$318
Wed 4/174:49 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/248:00 amAUS - SBA
2 stops9h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$323
Wed 5/85:11 amSBA - AUS
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/137:03 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$338
Mon 4/224:49 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/231:30 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$353
Wed 4/176:21 amSBA - AUS
2 stops8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/241:30 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops10h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$358
Wed 5/86:20 amSBA - AUS
2 stops8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/137:03 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$383
Thu 5/305:11 amSBA - AUS
1 stop15h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/36:15 amAUS - SBA
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$421
Thu 5/164:49 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 36mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/214:30 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/19$446
Mon 5/134:49 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 36mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/167:03 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/19$458

Cheap Santa Barbara to Austin flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Barbara to Austin specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Santa Barbara to Austin in March and April 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 4/174:49 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/2412:20 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$318
Wed 4/174:49 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/248:00 amAUS - SBA
2 stops9h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$323
Mon 4/224:49 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/231:30 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$353
Wed 4/176:21 amSBA - AUS
2 stops8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/241:30 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops10h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$358
Fri 4/192:06 pmSBA - AUS
2 stops19h 12mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/218:10 amAUS - SBA
1 stop17h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$570
Wed 4/34:37 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/73:15 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$588
Wed 4/34:37 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/78:00 amAUS - SBA
2 stops9h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/19$593
Mon 4/226:17 pmSBA - AUS
2 stops16h 16mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/233:17 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops28h 05mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/17$608
Wed 4/34:37 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/76:00 amAUS - SBA
2 stops11h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$663

Santa Barbara to Austin 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Barbara and Austin in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Santa Barbara to Austin in March and April 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Wed 4/174:49 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/2412:20 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$318
Wed 4/174:49 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/248:00 amAUS - SBA
2 stops9h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$323
Wed 5/85:11 amSBA - AUS
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/137:03 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$338
Mon 4/224:49 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/231:30 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$353
Wed 4/176:21 amSBA - AUS
2 stops8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/241:30 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops10h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$358
Wed 5/86:20 amSBA - AUS
2 stops8h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/137:03 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$383
Sat 5/187:10 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/218:00 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$418
Thu 5/305:11 amSBA - AUS
1 stop15h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/36:15 amAUS - SBA
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$421
Thu 5/166:00 amSBA - AUS
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/218:00 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/19$441

Santa Barbara to Austin flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Santa Barbara to Austin 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Santa Barbara to Austin departing last-minute. It's wise to confirm all flight details are correct before booking.
Sun 3/246:28 amSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 32mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/296:00 amAUS - SBA
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$909
Sun 3/2412:44 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/292:35 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$914
Sun 3/249:56 amSBA - AUS
2 stops10h 17mAmerican Airlines
Fri 3/291:30 pmAUS - SBA
2 stops11h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$919

One-way flights to Austin from Santa Barbara

Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Austin. 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
If you're seeking multiple options on one-way flights from Santa Barbara to Austin, be sure to check out these deals, which are updated often. Those seeking round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Austin should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Mon 4/84:49 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$159
Mon 4/87:10 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$199
Fri 8/166:20 amSBA - AUS
1 stop6h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$242
Tue 4/94:59 pmSBA - AUS
2 stops16h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$244
Mon 4/84:59 pmSBA - AUS
2 stops13h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$264
Sun 6/238:44 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop25h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$279
Fri 8/1611:03 amSBA - AUS
2 stops22h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/17$314
Wed 4/34:37 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/18$329
Sun 6/235:50 amSBA - AUS
2 stops24h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/18$342

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Austin within your budget

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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

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Wed 4/17

1 stop4h 37m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 4/24

1 stop5h 13m

$318

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Santa Barbara

Wed 4/17

1 stop4h 37m

Austin Bergstrom

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2 stops9h 33m

$323

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Santa Barbara

Wed 5/8

1 stop6h 44m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 5/13

1 stop4h 53m

$338

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Mon 4/22

1 stop4h 37m

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 4/23

2 stops7h 04m

$353

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SBA - AUS

SBAAUS

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/17

2 stops8h 35m

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 4/24

2 stops10h 55m

$358

Santa BarbaraAustin Bergstrom

SBA - AUS

SBAAUS

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/18

1 stop8h 32m

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 5/21

1 stop5h 57m

$418

Santa BarbaraAustin Bergstrom

SBA - AUS

SBAAUS

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/16

1 stop7h 28m

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 5/21

1 stop5h 57m

$441

Santa BarbaraAustin Bergstrom

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Santa Barbara

Fri 6/7

1 stop26h 30m

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 6/10

1 stop8h 38m

$511

Santa BarbaraAustin Bergstrom

SBA - AUS

SBAAUS

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/16

2 stops26h 37m

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 5/21

2 stops11h 48m

$560

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When is the best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Austin?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Austin. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Santa Barbara to Austin, you should look to book at least 45 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Austin?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Austin. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Austin flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Austin by month

Plan your trip from Santa Barbara to Austin by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Austin is currently $264 while a round-trip flight costs $402. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Austin (average of $263). Flying from Santa Barbara to Austin in March is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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.

January

$278

February

$280

March

$358

April

$331

May

$322

June

$346

July

$308

August

$263

September

$268

October

$298

November

$313

December

$282

Temperature and rainfall in Austin by month

Plan your trip to Austin by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

50 - 84.2 °F

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 March 19, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Santa Barbara to Austin. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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9,150 reviews

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8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

It wasn't nice I was close to choked with with very little and very dry snak they didn't offer water till and hr after

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Very good
9,150 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,150 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

It wasn't nice I was close to choked with with very little and very dry snak they didn't offer water till and hr after

8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,150 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

It wasn't nice I was close to choked with with very little and very dry snak they didn't offer water till and hr after

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Good
11,602 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,150 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

It wasn't nice I was close to choked with with very little and very dry snak they didn't offer water till and hr after

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Good
15,312 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,150 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

It wasn't nice I was close to choked with with very little and very dry snak they didn't offer water till and hr after

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  • Can I find flights from Santa Barbara to Austin for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Barbara to Austin for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $318, but on average you can expect to pay $432.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Santa Barbara to Austin for under $1,000?

    There are currently 3+ open flights from Santa Barbara to Austin within the next 7 days for less than $1,000.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($318), United Airlines ($418), and Delta ($511) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Austin. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Austin for 30% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does SBA to AUS mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Santa Barbara Airport to Austin Bergstrom Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SBA to AUS flight.

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