The Big Island

$262+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to The Big Island

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 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — KOA
mar 7 — mar 141
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to The Big Island

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to The Big Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to The Big Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on febbraio 5, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
mer 4/226:00 am
SBA
-
KOA
2 stops16h 52m
Alaska Airlines
ven 5/11:16 pm
KOA
-
SBA
1 stop22h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/4$375
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
gio 2/265:40 am
SBA
-
KOA
1 stop12h 11m
Delta
gio 3/58:55 pm
KOA
-
SBA
1 stop13h 00m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$393
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
gio 3/55:40 am
SBA
-
KOA
1 stop12h 11m
Delta
gio 3/127:40 pm
KOA
-
SBA
1 stop13h 20m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$394
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
gio 4/236:00 am
SBA
-
KOA
2 stops19h 16m
Multiple Airlines
ven 5/11:16 pm
KOA
-
SBA
1 stop22h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$419
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
lun 9/75:30 am
SBA
-
ITO
2 stops15h 40m
Southwest
dom 9/136:55 pm
ITO
-
SBA
2 stops14h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 2/3$645
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
mar 2/242:38 pm
SBA
-
ITO
2 stops27h 22m
Multiple Airlines
mer 2/258:30 pm
ITO
-
SBA
2 stops15h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$678
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
lun 9/76:20 am
SBA
-
ITO
2 stops17h 00m
Multiple Airlines
dom 9/135:30 pm
ITO
-
SBA
3 stops15h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$979
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
ven 2/202:38 pm
SBA
-
ITO
2 stops28h 51m
Multiple Airlines
mar 2/246:44 pm
ITO
-
SBA
2 stops17h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5$1,141
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
lun 9/76:20 am
SBA
-
ITO
3 stops16h 03m
American Airlines
dom 9/137:52 pm
ITO
-
SBA
3 stops16h 16m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/3$1,855

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to The Big Island

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Santa Barbara to The Big Island flight deals. Data was last updated febbraio 5, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$375
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$262
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$317
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From Santa Barbara to The Big Island
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to The Big Island
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($66 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($12 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to The Big Island that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

mer 4/22

6:00 am-7:52 pm

2 stops16h 52m

Kona Intl

ven 5/1

1:16 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$375

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

gio 2/26

5:40 am-3:51 pm

1 stop12h 11m

Kona Intl

gio 3/5

8:55 pm-11:55 am

1 stop13h 00m

$393

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

gio 3/5

5:40 am-3:51 pm

1 stop12h 11m

Kona Intl

gio 3/12

7:40 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$394

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

gio 4/23

6:00 am-2:56 pm

1 stop11h 56m

Kona Intl

ven 5/1

1:16 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$414

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

gio 4/23

6:00 am-10:16 pm

2 stops19h 16m

Kona Intl

ven 5/1

1:16 pm-2:16 pm

1 stop22h 00m

$419

Santa BarbaraHilo

SBA - ITO

SBAITO

Santa Barbara

mar 2/24

2:38 pm-4:00 pm

2 stops27h 22m

Hilo Intl

mer 2/25

8:30 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops15h 17m

$678

Santa BarbaraHilo

SBA - ITO

SBAITO

Santa Barbara

ven 2/20

2:38 pm-5:29 pm

2 stops28h 51m

Hilo Intl

mar 2/24

6:44 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops17h 03m

$1,141

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

sab 4/18

12:48 pm-2:26 pm

1 stop28h 38m

$262

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

dom 2/15

5:40 am-3:51 pm

1 stop12h 11m

$265

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

mer 2/11

5:40 am-6:30 pm

2 stops14h 50m

$271

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to The Big Island

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to The Big Island?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to The Big Island (average of $149). Flying from Santa Barbara to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $251). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing The Big Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to The Big Island. 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 The Big Island. Reviews last updated febbraio 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from Santa Barbara to The Big Island. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to The Big Island?

    Most people fly from Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight from Santa Barbara to The Big Island. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to The Big Island?

    Alaska Airlines and Delta can get you from Santa Barbara to The Big Island in just under 12h 11m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 41m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2429 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to The Big Island?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to The Big Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to The Big Island 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 The Big Island?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to The Big Island (average of $149). Flying from Santa Barbara to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $251). 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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United AirlinesCheapest$605Average$729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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