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$437+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Central America

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — SJO
Mar 10 — Mar 171
Tue 3/10
Tue 3/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Central America

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Central America
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Central America. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 8, 2026.

This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/294:11 pm
SBA
-
GUA
2 stops19h 35m
American Airlines
Sat 5/91:46 pm
GUA
-
SBA
2 stops23h 31m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/5$437
This Avianca 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/296:30 am
SBA
-
GUA
1 stop12h 50m
Avianca
Sat 5/98:55 am
GUA
-
SBA
1 stop15h 49m
Avianca
Deal found 2/5$534
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 4/127:13 pm
SBA
-
GUA
2 stops15h 37m
American Airlines
Sun 4/193:14 pm
GUA
-
SBA
2 stops22h 04m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/7$548
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/6. 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.
Mon 3/236:55 pm
SBA
-
GUA
2 stops18h 12m
American Airlines
Mon 3/303:07 pm
GUA
-
SBA
2 stops21h 41m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/6$567
This Avianca deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Avianca is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/312:30 pm
SBA
-
GUA
2 stops17h 30m
Avianca
Wed 9/28:55 am
GUA
-
SBA
1 stop15h 35m
Avianca
Deal found 2/7$573
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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.
Sun 4/122:30 pm
SBA
-
GUA
1 stop13h 18m
United Airlines
Sat 4/182:25 am
GUA
-
SBA
1 stop12h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/7$682

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Central America

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Central America 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 February 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Central America that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Central America

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Santa BarbaraGuatemala City

SBA - GUA

SBAGUA

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/29

4:11 pm-12:46 pm

2 stops19h 35m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 5/9

1:46 pm-12:17 pm

2 stops23h 31m

$437

Santa BarbaraGuatemala City

SBA - GUA

SBAGUA

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/29

6:30 am-8:20 pm

1 stop12h 50m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 5/9

8:55 am-11:44 pm

1 stop15h 49m

$534

Santa BarbaraGuatemala City

SBA - GUA

SBAGUA

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/12

7:13 pm-11:50 am

2 stops15h 37m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 4/19

3:14 pm-12:18 pm

2 stops22h 04m

$548

Santa BarbaraGuatemala City

SBA - GUA

SBAGUA

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/23

6:55 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops18h 12m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Mon 3/30

3:07 pm-11:48 am

2 stops21h 41m

$567

Santa BarbaraGuatemala City

SBA - GUA

SBAGUA

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/12

2:30 pm-4:48 am

1 stop13h 18m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sat 4/18

2:25 am-1:39 pm

1 stop12h 14m

$682

Santa BarbaraGuatemala City

SBA - GUA

SBAGUA

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/12

6:30 am-11:10 pm

2 stops15h 40m

Guatemala City La Aurora

Sun 4/19

8:55 am-12:36 am

1 stop16h 41m

$694

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Deals found on 2/5

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Central America

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Central America from Santa Barbara with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Central America

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Central America (average of $114). Flying from Santa Barbara to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $225). 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 Central America

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Central America. 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 Central America. Reviews last updated February 8, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Central America to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,250 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,250 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,250 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Thomas,Mar 2025

SFO - TPE

When I asked for an extra snack, I got an unhappy look from the stewardess. Geez, does one extra snack really affect the bottom line??

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Central America. 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 Central America?

    If you book a flight to Central America from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Central America?

    A quick flight from Santa Barbara to Central America can take about 12h 50m. American Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $534. The distance between Santa Barbara and Central America is about 2280 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Central America 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 Central America?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Central America (average of $114). Flying from Santa Barbara to Central America in December is currently the most expensive (average of $225). 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 Central America

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Central America. 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 February 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$432Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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