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$162+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)

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 8/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DFW
Aug 22 — Aug 291
Sat 8/22
Sat 8/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 23, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 10/66:08 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop14h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/78:05 am
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop7h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/21$323
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/86:00 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop13h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 9/102:26 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop7h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/23$326
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/86:08 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop6h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/133:25 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop24h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22$343
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/196:00 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop6h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 11/232:03 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop11h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23$356
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/112:38 pm
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop6h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 11/182:14 pm
DFW
-
SBA
2 stops11h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23$363
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Thu 9/36:00 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop11h 58m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/812:00 pm
DFW
-
SBA
2 stops13h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/21$364
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Thu 11/56:00 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop14h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 11/88:08 am
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop7h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/21$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Thu 9/36:31 am
SBA
-
DFW
2 stops8h 18m
United Airlines
Tue 9/85:09 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop5h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22$374
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/83:26 pm
SBA
-
DFW
2 stops19h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 9/106:20 am
DFW
-
SBA
2 stops19h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23$384

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW). 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 July 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$323
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$162
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$570

Good round-trip deal

$376 or less

Good one-way deal

$340 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($68 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($22 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 July 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/21

2:22 pm-2:17 pm

1 stop21h 55m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 10/27

8:05 am-1:45 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$323

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/8

6:08 am-10:55 pm

1 stop14h 47m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 10/13

3:25 pm-1:45 pm

1 stop24h 20m

$343

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/6

6:08 am-10:55 pm

1 stop14h 47m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 10/7

8:05 am-1:45 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$343

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/11

2:38 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 11/18

3:34 pm-2:01 pm

1 stop24h 27m

$363
Quickest round-trip

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/19

6:00 am-2:34 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 11/23

2:03 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop11h 46m

$388

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/31

6:08 am-6:20 am

2 stops22h 12m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 11/8

3:34 pm-2:01 pm

1 stop24h 27m

$418
Cheapest one-way

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/17

6:00 am-7:58 pm

1 stop11h 58m

$167

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/22

2:22 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$172

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/21

2:22 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$172

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/24

2:22 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$172

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Deals found on 7/21

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth

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 Dallas/Fort Worth in July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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-Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dallas/Fort Worth from Santa Barbara with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $254). Flying from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $786). 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 DFW?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 23, 2026.

When flying from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights typically cost between $457 and $576 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $323 on Alaska Airlines (Oct 6-Oct 7).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas/Fort Worth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 Dallas/Fort Worth. Reviews last updated July 23, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,699 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,834 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 Dallas/Fort Worth?

    For a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth, you will be flying from Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara (SBA) is just 8.0 mi from the center of the city. Santa Barbara is the only Santa Barbara airport and it handles 2 outbound flights to Dallas/Fort Worth per day. 3 airlines have flights to Dallas/Fort Worth from Santa Barbara on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Departing from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport will take you 14h 47m. There are 1312 mi between Santa Barbara and Dallas/Fort Worth Airport.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport round-trip from $191. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $234, and Southwest, from $340. American Airlines is 65% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are American Airlines ($178), United Airlines ($185), and Alaska Airlines ($196).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $468 for a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $181 while the most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Dallas/Fort Worth) is currently priced at $369.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $254). Flying from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $786). 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 Dallas/Fort Worth

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 July 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$191Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$234Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$340Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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