$160+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Chicago (CHI)
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 7/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — CHI
Jun 22 — Jun 291
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to ChicagoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 23, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 23, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 7/34:03 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop6h 56m
United Airlines
Sat 7/48:45 am
ORD
- SBA
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/23![United Airlines logo]()
$309
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Fri 6/191:42 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop7h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 6/216:20 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop9h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 6/261:58 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop9h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 6/308:45 am
ORD
- SBA
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/21![United Airlines logo]()
$324
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Mon 6/87:25 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop8h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/99:00 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop8h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$325
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Wed 7/152:00 pm
SBA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Wed 7/228:45 am
ORD
- SBA
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/20![United Airlines logo]()
$329
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 6/217:15 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop9h 04m
American Airlines
Sat 6/275:00 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop6h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/23![American Airlines logo]()
$334
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Sat 7/41:42 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop21h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 7/77:59 pm
ORD
- SBA
1 stop19h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$348
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 7/46:00 am
SBA
- ORD
1 stop8h 12m
American Airlines
Tue 7/75:00 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop6h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19![American Airlines logo]()
$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 9/112:45 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop7h 13m
Delta
Wed 9/91:35 pm
ORD
- SBA
2 stops10h 35m
Delta
Deal found 5/20![Delta logo]()
$354
Best flights from Santa Barbara to ChicagoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 23, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Chicago that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 23, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 10/162:30 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop6h 25m
United Airlines
Thu 10/226:07 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop7h 46m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/20![United Airlines logo]()
$349
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Tue 8/111:42 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop7h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/126:20 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop9h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 9/175:52 am
SBA
- ORD
2 stops10h 34m
Delta
Sun 9/207:45 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop6h 12m
Delta
Deal found 5/23![Delta logo]()
$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Tue 6/162:00 pm
SBA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Sat 6/209:15 am
ORD
- SBA
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/21![United Airlines logo]()
$405
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/156:00 am
SBA
- ORD
1 stop15h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 6/226:20 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop9h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/18![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$461
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Tue 9/112:33 pm
SBA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 19m
United Airlines
Wed 9/98:49 am
ORD
- SBA
Nonstop4h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/19![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 10/121:46 pm
SBA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 19m
United Airlines
Thu 10/153:50 pm
ORD
- SBA
1 stop7h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/23![United Airlines logo]()
$437
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Wed 6/102:00 pm
SBA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Wed 6/246:13 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop7h 39m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/18![United Airlines logo]()
$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/291:58 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop9h 01m
United Airlines
Fri 7/38:45 am
ORD
- SBA
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/18![United Airlines logo]()
$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Tue 8/42:00 pm
SBA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Sun 8/96:10 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop7h 42m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/21![United Airlines logo]()
$445
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Wed 8/52:00 pm
SBA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Sun 8/98:45 am
ORD
- SBA
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/21![United Airlines logo]()
$468
Last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to ChicagoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Data last updated May 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Data last updated May 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Mon 6/87:25 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop8h 55m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/99:00 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop8h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$325
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/86:00 am
SBA
- ORD
1 stop29h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/166:20 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop9h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Tue 6/92:00 pm
SBA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Tue 6/238:55 am
ORD
- SBA
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/20![United Airlines logo]()
$364
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Wed 6/102:28 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop7h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/247:59 pm
ORD
- SBA
1 stop20h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Tue 6/166:18 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop9h 28m
United Airlines
Sat 6/209:15 am
ORD
- SBA
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/21![United Airlines logo]()
$357
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Fri 6/191:42 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop7h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 6/216:20 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop9h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$319
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 6/192:00 pm
SBA
- ORD
Nonstop4h 23m
United Airlines
Sat 6/209:15 am
ORD
- SBA
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/22![United Airlines logo]()
$371
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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 6/217:15 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop9h 04m
American Airlines
Sat 6/275:00 am
ORD
- SBA
1 stop6h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/23![American Airlines logo]()
$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 6/261:58 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop9h 01m
United Airlines
Tue 6/308:45 am
ORD
- SBA
Nonstop4h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/21![United Airlines logo]()
$324
One-way flights from Santa Barbara to ChicagoSearch for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 23, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 23, 2026.
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/12:28 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop7h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$160
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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.
Sat 6/201:42 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop21h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/21![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$165
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Tue 7/281:42 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop7h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$175
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/23. 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.
Tue 7/2812:16 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop9h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/23![American Airlines logo]()
$185
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 6/1912:09 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop8h 51m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/21![American Airlines logo]()
$209
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Tue 6/97:27 am
SBA
- ORD
1 stop19h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$215
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/181:42 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop7h 54m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$221
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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.
Thu 7/237:34 am
SBA
- ORD
1 stop19h 26m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$224
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 7/1612:16 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop9h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/19![American Airlines logo]()
$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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.
Sat 8/112:40 pm
SBA
- ORD
1 stop6h 40m
Delta
Deal found 5/19![Delta logo]()
$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 7/284:50 pm
SBA
- ORD
2 stops13h 09m
Delta
Deal found 5/20![Delta logo]()
$249
Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Chicago
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Chicago (CHI). 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 May 23, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $309 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $160 |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $385 |
Good round-trip deal | $362 or less |
Good one-way deal | $198 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago 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 May 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Santa BarbaraChicago
SBA - ORD
SBAORD
Santa Barbara
Fri 10/16
2:30 pm-10:55 pm
1 stop6h 25m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 10/22
6:07 am-11:53 am
1 stop7h 46m
$349
Santa BarbaraChicago
SBA - ORD
SBAORD
Santa Barbara
Tue 8/11
1:42 pm-11:36 pm
1 stop7h 54m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 8/12
6:20 am-1:51 pm
1 stop9h 31m
$349
Santa BarbaraChicago
SBA - ORD
SBAORD
Santa Barbara
Thu 9/17
5:52 am-6:26 pm
2 stops10h 34m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 9/20
7:45 am-11:57 am
1 stop6h 12m
$404
Santa BarbaraChicago
SBA - ORD
SBAORD
Santa Barbara
Tue 6/16
2:00 pm-8:23 pm
Nonstop4h 23m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sat 6/20
9:15 am-11:55 am
Nonstop4h 40m
$405
Quickest round-trip
Santa BarbaraChicago
SBA - ORD
SBAORD
Santa Barbara
Tue 9/1
12:33 pm-6:52 pm
Nonstop4h 19m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 9/9
8:49 am-11:31 am
Nonstop4h 42m
$429
Santa BarbaraChicago
SBA - ORD
SBAORD
Santa Barbara
Mon 10/12
1:46 pm-8:05 pm
Nonstop4h 19m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Thu 10/15
3:50 pm-9:44 pm
1 stop7h 54m
$437
Santa BarbaraChicago
SBA - ORD
SBAORD
Santa Barbara
Wed 6/10
2:00 pm-8:23 pm
Nonstop4h 23m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Wed 6/24
6:13 am-11:52 am
1 stop7h 39m
$439
Santa BarbaraChicago
SBA - ORD
SBAORD
Santa Barbara
Mon 6/29
1:58 pm-12:59 am
1 stop9h 01m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Fri 7/3
8:45 am-11:25 am
Nonstop4h 40m
$439
Santa BarbaraChicago
SBA - ORD
SBAORD
Santa Barbara
Tue 8/4
2:00 pm-8:23 pm
Nonstop4h 23m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Sun 8/9
6:10 am-11:52 am
1 stop7h 42m
$445
Santa BarbaraChicago
SBA - ORD
SBAORD
Santa Barbara
Mon 6/15
6:00 am-11:36 pm
1 stop15h 36m
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Mon 6/22
6:20 am-2:02 pm
1 stop9h 42m
$461
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Compare providers for flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago
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 Chicago in May.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Chicago flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Chicago flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Chicago flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Chicago 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-Chicago flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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SBA-CHI
SBA-ORD
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago (average of $218). Flying from Santa Barbara to Chicago in May is currently the most expensive (average of $329). 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 CHI?
Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 23, 2026.
When flying from Santa Barbara to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
Weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Chicago
Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 23, 2026.
The most flights from SBA to CHI are scheduled on a Saturday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Chicago?
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 75% of 1-stop itineraries from Santa Barbara to Chicago on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Los Angeles (LAX) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $765.
What’s the fastest layover option from Santa Barbara to Chicago?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 05m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 08m.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to Chicago?
Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Chicago. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. 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 Chicago. Reviews last updated May 23, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Santa Barbara to Chicago. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$279 | Average$429 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$318 | Average$576 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |