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$129+ 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 12/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DFW
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
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 51 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$257
(Delta)

One-way from

$129
(Delta)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$660
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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 September 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/312:40 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Wed 11/512:15 pmDFW - SBA
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Deal found 9/15$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/288:35 amSBA - DAL
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Thu 10/3011:40 amDAL - SBA
1 stop10h 28mDelta
Deal found 9/15$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/288:35 amSBA - DFW
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Thu 10/306:15 amDFW - SBA
2 stops11h 56mDelta
Deal found 9/15$262
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/812:28 pmSBA - DFW
Nonstop3h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/119:59 amDFW - SBA
Nonstop3h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/52:55 pmSBA - DAL
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Sat 11/89:00 amDAL - SBA
1 stop7h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$331
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/156:05 amSBA - DFW
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/1810:03 amDFW - SBA
Nonstop3h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$341
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/2012:22 pmSBA - DFW
Nonstop3h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/272:25 pmDFW - SBA
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 11/2012:37 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Mon 11/2412:25 pmDFW - SBA
1 stop5h 44mDelta
Deal found 9/15$347
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/1512:40 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Wed 10/225:55 pmDFW - SBA
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Deal found 9/15$351
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/1512:40 pmSBA - DFW
1 stop7h 03mDelta
Sat 10/181:33 pmDFW - SBA
2 stops10h 11mDelta
Deal found 9/14$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Wed 10/156:05 amSBA - DFW
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/221:30 pmDFW - SBA
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/16$357
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/283:30 pmSBA - DAL
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Thu 10/306:05 amDAL - SBA
2 stops6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$369

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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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Dallas

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/28

8:35 am-5:54 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Dallas Love Field

Thu 10/30

11:40 am-8:08 pm

1 stop10h 28m

$257

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/3

5:01 pm-8:48 am

2 stops13h 47m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 11/5

6:15 am-4:11 pm

2 stops11h 56m

$267

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

5:50 am-1:57 pm

1 stop6h 07m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 3/4

1:25 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$277

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

8:25 am-5:55 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Dallas Love Field

Wed 3/4

12:01 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$277

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

5:45 pm-4:39 am

1 stop8h 54m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 3/4

10:00 am-6:14 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$318

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DAL

SBADAL

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/5

2:55 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Dallas Love Field

Sat 11/8

9:00 am-2:45 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$331

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Fri 10/31

8:35 am-6:54 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 11/2

8:10 am-11:58 am

1 stop5h 48m

$337

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/15

6:05 am-1:18 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 10/18

10:03 am-11:34 am

Nonstop3h 31m

$341

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/7

5:50 am-1:59 pm

1 stop6h 09m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 10/9

6:15 am-4:11 pm

2 stops11h 56m

$342

Santa BarbaraDallas

SBA - DFW

SBADFW

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/15

12:40 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop7h 03m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 10/22

5:55 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$351

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Deals found on 9/16

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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 September 12, 2025.

Booking 50 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 September 16, 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 September 16, 2025.

The most flights from SBA to A78 are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 September 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Barbara to Dallas, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 2 outbound flights to Dallas per day. 3 airlines have flights to Dallas from Santa Barbara on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas?

    A quick flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas can take about 5h 30m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $331. Airlines will cover a distance of 1323 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $254. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $286, and Southwest, from $334. American Airlines is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $412 for a flight from Santa Barbara to Dallas. The cheapest flight overall is $158 while the most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Dallas/Fort Worth) is currently priced at $257.

  • 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Dallas

Discover the top 3 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$254Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$286Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$334Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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