Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Columbus from $408

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 8/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
SBA — CMH
May 1 — May 81

Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Columbus

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Columbus (C01). 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 April 26, 2024.

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$380

Round-trip from

$283
High demand for flights, 37% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 35% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in April 2024
From Santa Barbara to Columbus

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Columbus?

Flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus are found to be more expensive on Thursday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Columbus.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to Columbus?

To save up to 80% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 56 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Santa Barbara to Columbus from $240 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $325 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Santa Barbara to Columbus?

The best pricing can be found in the month of February. Prices to Columbus from Santa Barbara average $268. You can even find prices in February for less than $268, as users have found deals to Columbus from as low as $110. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to Columbus from Santa Barbara. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 35%.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Columbus (SBA - CMH)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Columbus in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 33% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by American Airlines for the route between Santa Barbara and Columbus. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest American Airlines flights we've come across from Santa Barbara to Columbus. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.
Thu 8/16:38 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops13h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/78:04 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$511
Thu 8/16:38 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops13h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/77:04 amCMH - SBA
2 stops11h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$514
Fri 8/26:38 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops13h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/84:32 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$558
Fri 8/212:12 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop9h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/43:16 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$561
Thu 5/2311:49 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/275:55 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$566
Fri 8/212:12 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop9h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/45:38 amCMH - SBA
2 stops9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$636
Thu 5/2311:49 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/273:36 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$639
Thu 5/231:12 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/273:36 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$764
Fri 8/26:38 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops13h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/45:38 amCMH - SBA
2 stops9h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/24$766

Cheap United Airlines flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by United Airlines for the route between Santa Barbara and Columbus. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available United Airlines flights departing from Santa Barbara and landing in Columbus. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Tue 5/145:15 amSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/157:00 amCMH - SBA
2 stops19h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$521
Tue 5/141:07 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/154:50 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$546
Tue 5/145:15 amSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/154:50 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops22h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$562
Thu 8/15:15 amSBA - CMH
2 stops15h 44mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/87:38 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$573
Tue 5/146:00 amSBA - CMH
2 stops13h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/157:00 amCMH - SBA
2 stops19h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$591
Thu 8/15:15 amSBA - CMH
2 stops15h 44mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/97:38 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$626
Tue 5/145:15 amSBA - CMH
2 stops15h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/154:50 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops22h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$632
Fri 8/25:15 amSBA - CMH
2 stops15h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/77:38 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$646
Thu 8/15:15 amSBA - CMH
2 stops15h 44mUnited Airlines
Tue 8/610:59 amCMH - SBA
2 stops16h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$659

Cheap Santa Barbara to Columbus flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Santa Barbara to Columbus specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Prices were last updated on April 26, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 5/145:15 amSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/157:00 amCMH - SBA
2 stops19h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$521
Tue 5/141:07 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/154:50 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$546
Tue 5/145:15 amSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/154:50 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops22h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$562
Thu 5/2311:49 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/275:55 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$566
Tue 5/146:00 amSBA - CMH
2 stops13h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/157:00 amCMH - SBA
2 stops19h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$591
Tue 5/145:15 amSBA - CMH
2 stops15h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/154:50 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops22h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/25$632
Thu 5/2311:49 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop9h 08mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/273:36 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$639
Thu 5/231:12 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops9h 21mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/273:36 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops9h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$764

Santa Barbara to Columbus 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Santa Barbara and Columbus in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus in 2024. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Thu 8/11:15 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Wed 8/78:00 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/25$408
Thu 8/11:15 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Thu 8/88:00 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Deal found 4/25$441
Thu 8/11:15 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Tue 8/63:40 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/25$471
Thu 8/11:15 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Fri 8/93:40 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Deal found 4/25$506
Thu 8/16:38 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops13h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/78:04 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$511
Thu 8/16:38 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops13h 03mAmerican Airlines
Wed 8/77:04 amCMH - SBA
2 stops11h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$514
Tue 5/145:15 amSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 44mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/157:00 amCMH - SBA
2 stops19h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$521
Tue 5/141:07 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 18mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/154:50 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/24$546
Fri 8/26:38 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops13h 03mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/84:32 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/25$558

Find flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus 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 3,068,117 searches. Data last updated April 26, 2024.

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Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/1

1 stop6h 41m

Columbus

Wed 8/7

1 stop7h 18m

$408

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/1

1 stop6h 41m

Columbus

Thu 8/8

1 stop7h 18m

$441

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/1

1 stop6h 41m

Columbus

Tue 8/6

1 stop8h 15m

$471

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/1

1 stop6h 41m

Columbus

Fri 8/9

1 stop8h 15m

$506

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/1

2 stops13h 03m

Columbus

Wed 8/7

1 stop7h 26m

$511

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/1

2 stops13h 03m

Columbus

Wed 8/7

2 stops11h 27m

$514

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/14

1 stop6h 44m

Columbus

Wed 5/15

2 stops19h 44m

$521

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/14

1 stop6h 18m

Columbus

Wed 5/15

1 stop7h 31m

$546

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/2

2 stops13h 03m

Columbus

Thu 8/8

1 stop6h 39m

$558

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Deals found on 4/25

When is the cheapest time to fly from Santa Barbara to Columbus?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Columbus. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Columbus flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Columbus by month

Plan your trip from Santa Barbara to Columbus by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Columbus is currently $0 while a round-trip flight costs $497. Price data was last updated on April 21, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Columbus (average of $283). Flying from Santa Barbara to Columbus in June is currently the most expensive (average of $375). 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.

January

$291

February

$298

March

$347

April

$332

May

$352

June

$375

July

$346

August

$299

September

$295

October

$283

November

$294

December

$300

Temperature and rainfall in Columbus by month

Plan your trip to Columbus by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CMH

Temperature

30.2 - 75.2 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated April 26, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Santa Barbara to Columbus, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, United Airlines and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.4
Good
11,226 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

7.3
Good
14,884 reviews
8.1
Very good
10,966 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.4

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Barbara to Columbus. You should not have trouble finding flights to Columbus from Santa Barbara; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Santa Barbara airport to Columbus. It is only a 8.0 mi journey to Santa Barbara (SBA) from Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • Can I find flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus for under $500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus for under $500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $408, but on average you can expect to pay $558.

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

    Currently priced at $408, Delta will fly you from Santa Barbara to Columbus and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $511 and $521, respectively. You may be able to fly from Santa Barbara to Columbus for 30% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What does SBA to CMH mean?

    Great question - SBA to CMH just means Santa Barbara Airport to Columbus Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights! While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Dayton Airport (DAY), Cincinnati Airport (LUK), Columbus Rickenbacker Airport (LCK), Parkersburg Wood County Airport (PKB), Lima Allen County Airport (AOH).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Santa Barbara to Columbus flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Santa Barbara to Columbus flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Columbus by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Columbus offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Santa Barbara to Columbus flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Santa Barbara to Columbus flight deals updated?

    The Santa Barbara to Columbus flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 4/25.

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