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$134+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Dallas

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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DFW
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Barbara to Dallas are usually found in February or January, booked 8 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Dallas

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Dallas (A78). 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 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$267
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$134
(American Airlines)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$514
From Santa Barbara to Dallas
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Dallas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 10/1812:22 pmSBA - DFW
Nonstop3h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/2110:03 amDFW - SBA
Nonstop3h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$267
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:40 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop9h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 10/2111:00 amDFW - SBA
1 stop9h 41mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$286
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/122:55 pmSBA - DAL
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Wed 11/199:40 amDAL - SBA
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$286
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/252:09 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop5h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 8/276:00 amDFW - SBA
1 stop7h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$287
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/47:39 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop8h 56mAlaska Airlines
Mon 9/86:00 pmDFW - SBA
1 stop18h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Mon 8/255:00 pmSBA - DFW
2 stops13h 35mDelta
Mon 9/112:35 pmDFW - SBA
1 stop5h 32mDelta
Deal found 7/29$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/38:13 amSBA - DAL
1 stop7h 30mDelta
Wed 9/1011:54 amDAL - SBA
1 stop10h 14mDelta
Deal found 7/31$319

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas that are best for you.

Fly from

Santa Barbara

Fly to

Dallas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/18

12:22 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop3h 18m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 10/21

10:03 am-11:32 am

Nonstop3h 29m

$267

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/18

7:40 pm-6:54 am

1 stop9h 14m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 10/21

11:00 am-6:41 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$286

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/12

2:55 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 11/19

9:40 am-2:20 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$286

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/25

2:09 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 8/27

6:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 59m

$287

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/4

7:39 pm-6:35 am

1 stop8h 56m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 9/8

6:00 pm-10:32 am

1 stop18h 32m

$296

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/25

5:00 pm-8:35 am

2 stops13h 35m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 9/1

12:35 pm-4:07 pm

1 stop5h 32m

$302

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/3

8:13 am-5:43 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 9/10

11:54 am-8:08 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$319

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/20

12:14 pm-5:34 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

$134

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/10

7:30 am-5:00 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$143

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/29

5:30 am-1:55 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$143

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 8 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas (average of $216). Flying from Santa Barbara to Dallas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 12% on flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Dallas

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Dallas. 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 July 31, 2025.

The most flights from SBA to A78 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, 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 Dallas?

Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas. 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. Reviews last updated July 31, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas, 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 1 outbound flight to Dallas per day. 4 airlines have flights to Dallas from Santa Barbara on a regular basis.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas round-trip from $267. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Hawaiian Airlines, from $286, and Southwest, from $286. American Airlines is 42% 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 one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $134. Users have also found prices from $143 and $143 on Alaska Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas?

    On average you can expect to pay $598 for a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas. The cheapest flight overall is $101 while the most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Dallas/Fort Worth) is currently priced at $286.

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

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

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

    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.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Dallas 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?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas (average of $216). Flying from Santa Barbara to Dallas in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 Dallas

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas. 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$286Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$287Average$474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$306Average$437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$346Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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