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$126+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — ORD
Dec 6 — Dec 131
Sat 12/6
Sat 12/13
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 O'Hare Intl (ORD). 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 November 6, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$250
(Expedia)

One-way from

$126
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$346
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to O'Hare Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to O'Hare Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 6, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/312:39 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 42mDelta
Wed 12/101:13 pmORD - SBA
1 stop9h 21mDelta
Deal found 11/4$251
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:25 amSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Thu 12/117:20 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 39mDelta
Deal found 11/6$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/268:33 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 54mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/318:45 amORD - SBA
1 stop9h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$303
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/48:25 amSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Sun 12/78:55 amORD - SBA
2 stops13h 39mDelta
Deal found 11/6$310
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Fri 12/266:54 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/315:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/222:30 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/264:40 pmORD - SBA
1 stop9h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/6$339
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/5. 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.
Thu 12/256:12 amSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/305:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/5$364
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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.
Sat 11/221:13 pmSBA - ORD
2 stops8h 41mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/265:25 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/6$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:45 amSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 01mDelta
Wed 12/311:35 pmORD - SBA
2 stops11h 10mDelta
Deal found 11/6$379

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to O'Hare Intl 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 November 6, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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O'Hare Intl

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/3

12:39 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/10

1:13 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop9h 21m

$251

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/28

8:45 am-9:42 pm

2 stops10h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

2:49 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$256

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/24

5:40 am-5:56 pm

2 stops10h 16m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

2:49 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$256

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/9

4:35 pm-12:23 am

1 stop5h 48m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 2/13

5:00 am-9:43 am

1 stop6h 43m

$289

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/4

8:25 am-6:43 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/11

7:20 am-11:59 am

1 stop6h 39m

$289

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/10

8:25 am-7:29 pm

1 stop9h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/11

7:15 am-12:19 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$289

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/26

8:45 am-6:49 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/29

10:35 am-8:56 pm

2 stops12h 21m

$294

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/26

8:33 pm-5:27 am

1 stop6h 54m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/31

8:45 am-4:25 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$303

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/24

12:26 pm-10:18 pm

2 stops7h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

10:19 am-6:33 pm

2 stops10h 14m

$305

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/6

12:39 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$126

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Barbara to O'Hare Intl

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to O'Hare Intl in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

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

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $77). Flying from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $149). 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 ORD?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to O'Hare Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 6, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 57% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing O'Hare Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to O'Hare Intl. 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 O'Hare Intl. Reviews last updated November 6, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,001 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,007 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Chicago O'Hare Intl from Santa Barbara. Booking flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Chicago O'Hare Intl should be relatively easy as there are 0 daily outbound flights to Chicago O'Hare Intl from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Airlines like Delta fly from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in about 6h 42m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Santa Barbara and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is about 1798 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $218 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $304 and $318 round-trip. Southwest is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to O'Hare Intl that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to O'Hare Intl?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to O'Hare Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (average of $77). Flying from Santa Barbara to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $149). 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 4 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to O'Hare Intl

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to O'Hare Intl. 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 November 6, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$304Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$344Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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