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$296+ 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 6/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — CUN
ene. 18 — ene. 251
sáb. 1/18
sáb. 1/25
1 adult, Economy
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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 enero 13, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$501
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$296
(American Airlines)

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November

Average price

$672
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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 enero 13, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
mié. 2/269:59 amSBA - CUN
1 stop25h 31mAmerican Airlines
mié. 3/512:02 pmCUN - SBA
1 stop26h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/12$501
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
lun. 10/137:15 pmSBA - CUN
1 stop19h 50mAlaska Airlines
vie. 10/174:10 pmCUN - SBA
1 stop21h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/13$521
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 4/169:15 amSBA - CUN
1 stop8h 37mDelta
mié. 4/2311:10 amCUN - SBA
1 stop11h 31mDelta
Deal found 1/12$531
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/206:00 amSBA - CUN
1 stop7h 45mUnited Airlines
vie. 3/215:30 pmCUN - SBA
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/11$647
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 3/205:45 amSBA - CUN
2 stops12h 00mSouthwest
vie. 3/2111:40 amCUN - SBA
2 stops11h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/11$833
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 1/266:45 pmSBA - CUN
2 stops33h 25mMultiple Airlines
vie. 1/317:10 pmCUN - SBA
3 stops31h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/12$918

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Cancún within your budget

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Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

mié. 2/26

9:59 am-2:30 pm

1 stop25h 31m

Cancun

mié. 3/5

12:02 pm-11:40 am

1 stop26h 38m

$501

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

mié. 4/16

9:15 am-7:52 pm

1 stop8h 37m

Cancun

mié. 4/23

11:10 am-8:41 pm

1 stop11h 31m

$531

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

jue. 2/6

12:58 pm-2:52 pm

2 stops46h 54m

Cancun

mié. 2/12

7:00 pm-12:19 pm

2 stops20h 19m

$576

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

jue. 3/20

6:00 am-3:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Cancun

vie. 3/21

5:30 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$647

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

jue. 3/20

5:45 am-7:45 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Cancun

vie. 3/21

11:40 am-9:05 pm

2 stops11h 25m

$833

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

dom. 1/26

6:45 pm-7:10 am

2 stops33h 25m

Cancun

vie. 1/31

7:10 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops31h 49m

$918

Santa BarbaraCancún

SBA - CUN

SBACUN

Santa Barbara

dom. 6/15

8:15 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$296

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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 Cancún in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Cancún flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Cancún flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Cancún flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Cancún 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-Cancún flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Barbara to Cancún

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Santa Barbara to Cancún including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBA to CUN?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Cancún. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 13, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Santa Barbara to Cancún at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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 enero 13, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,657 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,657 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,657 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,669 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,657 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,505 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,657 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,954 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,657 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,657 reviews

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

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, American Airlines ($501), Delta ($531), and Alaska Airlines ($576) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Cancún. These flights start at 19% 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 enero 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$377Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$418Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$499Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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