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$219+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Cancún (CUN)

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 7/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — CUN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Cancún

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

Round-trip from

$353
(Delta)

One-way from

$219
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$648
From Santa Barbara to Cancun
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Cancún
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Cancún. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/18:15 amSBA - CUN
1 stop10h 05mDelta
Thu 7/39:55 amCUN - SBA
1 stop12h 20mDelta
Deal found 6/10$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 10/245:15 amSBA - CUN
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/282:07 pmCUN - SBA
1 stop11h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/114:46 pmSBA - CUN
2 stops14h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/188:00 amCUN - SBA
2 stops12h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/12$525
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/237:14 amSBA - CUN
2 stops20h 46mAir Canada
Sat 11/298:05 amCUN - SBA
2 stops18h 39mAir Canada
Deal found 6/10$1,175
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Sun 7/276:37 pmSBA - CUN
2 stops18h 38mAlaska Airlines
Sun 8/34:25 pmCUN - SBA
3 stops27h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/12$1,301
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/237:15 pmSBA - CUN
1 stop32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/297:40 pmCUN - SBA
2 stops25h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$1,311

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Cancún 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Cancún that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Cancún

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/1

8:15 am-8:20 pm

1 stop10h 05m

Cancun

Thu 7/3

9:55 am-8:15 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$353

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Fri 10/24

5:15 am-2:40 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Cancun

Tue 10/28

2:07 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop11h 37m

$407

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/11

4:46 pm-9:15 am

2 stops14h 29m

Cancun

Sat 10/18

8:00 am-6:08 pm

2 stops12h 08m

$525

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/23

7:14 am-7:00 am

2 stops20h 46m

Cancun

Sat 11/29

8:05 am-11:44 pm

2 stops18h 39m

$1,175

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Sun 7/27

6:37 pm-3:15 pm

2 stops18h 38m

Cancun

Sun 8/3

4:25 pm-5:57 pm

3 stops27h 32m

$1,301

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/23

7:15 pm-6:35 am

1 stop32h 20m

Cancun

Sat 11/29

7:40 pm-6:14 pm

2 stops25h 34m

$1,311

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/12

6:45 pm-3:05 pm

1 stop18h 20m

$219

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/16

6:05 am-3:06 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$410

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/12

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Cancún

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from Santa Barbara to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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.

Rainfall in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cancún ranges from 1.1 - 11.1 inches per month. October is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.1 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Cancún when rainfall is around 1.1 in.

Temperature in Cancún by month

Plan your trip to Cancún by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cancún, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 86.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 75.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cancún

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cancún. 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 Cancún. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Santa Barbara to Cancún, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines. 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
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Air Canada
7.1
Good
9,537 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($353), United Airlines ($407), and American Airlines ($525) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Cancún. These flights start at 45% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Cancún (average of $360). Flying from Santa Barbara to Cancún in March is currently the most expensive (average of $492). 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Cancún

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Cancún. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$449Average$663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$460Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$533Average$682FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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