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$227+ 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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — KOA
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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CheapOair
3 stars

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CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$376
(Delta)

One-way from

$227
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$349
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Mon 12/85:40 amSBA - KOA
2 stops14h 40mDelta
Mon 12/158:43 pmKOA - SBA
2 stops23h 30mDelta
Deal found 10/29$376
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/87:19 pmSBA - KOA
1 stop21h 21mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/159:10 pmKOA - SBA
1 stop19h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$388
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 12/145:40 amSBA - KOA
2 stops15h 50mDelta
Wed 1/148:45 pmKOA - SBA
2 stops13h 31mDelta
Deal found 10/29$461
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 12/147:20 amSBA - KOA
2 stops30h 24mAlaska Airlines
Wed 1/149:10 pmKOA - SBA
1 stop14h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$513
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Mon 12/295:06 pmSBA - KOA
1 stop30h 04mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/123:59 pmKOA - SBA
1 stop15h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$540
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/297:15 amSBA - KOA
2 stops17h 15mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/129:10 pmKOA - SBA
1 stop14h 47mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$553
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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.
Sun 12/146:10 amSBA - KOA
1 stop11h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/149:20 pmKOA - SBA
1 stop10h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$586
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/297:39 pmSBA - ITO
2 stops21h 35mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/126:44 pmITO - SBA
2 stops17h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$676

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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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Santa Barbara

Fly to

The Big Island

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/4

5:40 am-6:47 pm

2 stops15h 07m

Kona Intl

Tue 2/10

8:45 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops13h 31m

$384

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/4

2:45 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop32h 45m

Kona Intl

Mon 2/9

9:10 pm-1:57 pm

1 stop14h 47m

$389

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/4

2:45 pm-12:54 pm

2 stops24h 09m

Kona Intl

Tue 2/10

9:10 pm-1:57 pm

1 stop14h 47m

$391

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/8

7:19 pm-6:12 pm

2 stops24h 53m

Kona Intl

Mon 12/15

9:10 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop19h 15m

$404

Santa BarbaraHilo

SBA - ITO

SBAITO

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/29

7:39 pm-3:14 pm

2 stops21h 35m

Hilo Intl

Mon 1/12

6:44 pm-1:57 pm

2 stops17h 13m

$676

Santa BarbaraHilo

SBA - ITO

SBAITO

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/15

5:48 pm-3:23 pm

2 stops24h 35m

Hilo Intl

Sun 3/22

6:00 am-4:22 pm

2 stops31h 22m

$913

Santa BarbaraHilo

SBA - ITO

SBAITO

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/15

6:28 am-6:18 pm

3 stops14h 50m

Hilo Intl

Sun 3/22

6:49 pm-11:47 am

2 stops13h 58m

$3,884

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/5

5:40 am-6:47 pm

2 stops15h 07m

$227

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/5

10:13 am-6:51 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$249

Santa BarbaraKailua-Kona

SBA - KOA

SBAKOA

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/18

1:57 pm-7:30 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$332

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Deals found on 10/29

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to The Big Island

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to The Big Island from Santa Barbara with our price prediction graph.
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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 October 30, 2025.
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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

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

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

  • 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?

    Delta, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines can get you from Santa Barbara to The Big Island in just under 15h 07m. Your travel time can differ by up to 17h 38m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2429 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to The Big Island one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $227. Users have also found prices from $249 and $332 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

  • 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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Top airline flying from Santa Barbara to The Big Island

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Barbara to The Big Island. 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$523Average$703FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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