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$116+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Denver (SBA - DEN)

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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DEN
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Barbara to Denver Intl are usually found in February or May, booked 32 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Denver

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Denver (DEN). 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 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$261
(Southwest)

One-way from

$116
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$314

Good round-trip deal

$346 or less

Good one-way deal

$180 or less
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Denver
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Denver. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/75:15 amSBA - DEN
Nonstop2h 20mSouthwest
Mon 6/99:55 amDEN - SBA
Nonstop2h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$261
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 5/255:45 amSBA - DEN
1 stop5h 19mDelta
Thu 6/57:05 amDEN - SBA
1 stop5h 57mDelta
Deal found 4/29$266
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/174:01 pmSBA - DEN
Nonstop2h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 6/2111:50 amDEN - SBA
Nonstop2h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$297
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/176:14 pmSBA - DEN
1 stop15h 26mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/247:05 pmDEN - SBA
1 stop23h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/51:19 pmSBA - DEN
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/712:02 pmDEN - SBA
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$317

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Denver 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 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Denver that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Denver

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

Sat 6/7

5:15 am-8:35 am

Nonstop2h 20m

Denver Intl

Mon 6/9

9:55 am-11:30 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$261

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/25

5:45 am-12:04 pm

1 stop5h 19m

Denver Intl

Thu 5/29

3:35 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$266

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/25

4:01 pm-7:34 pm

Nonstop2h 33m

Denver Intl

Thu 5/29

7:33 pm-9:09 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$297

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/19

7:29 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Denver Intl

Mon 9/22

9:18 pm-10:32 am

1 stop14h 14m

$301

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/5

1:19 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Denver Intl

Sun 9/7

12:02 pm-6:07 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$317

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/3

1:05 pm-4:34 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$116

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

Thu 7/3

12:40 pm-7:53 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$126

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/21

6:15 am-3:15 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$131

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/15

4:25 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$190

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/31

6:27 pm-10:40 am

2 stops15h 13m

$202

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Deals found on 4/30

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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 Denver in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 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-Denver flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Denver flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Denver flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Denver flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Denver 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 Denver

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Denver 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 Denver

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

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

The price you pay for your flight from Santa Barbara to Denver may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 32 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Denver (average of $197). Flying from Santa Barbara to Denver in March is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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 DEN?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Denver. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Denver in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Denver by month

Plan your trip to Denver by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Denver ranges from 0.5 - 2.3 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Denver when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

Temperature in Denver by month

Plan your trip to Denver by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Denver, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 30.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Denver

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Denver. 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 Denver. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Santa Barbara to Denver. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

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 Denver. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Santa Barbara to Denver?

    If you wish to fly to Denver from Santa Barbara, then you need to book flights from Santa Barbara to Denver Intl. There is 1 flight from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Denver Intl (DEN) per day to choose from. Flights to Denver from Santa Barbara are available from 4 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 21m is how long a nonstop flight from Santa Barbara to Denver Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this Santa Barbara to Denver flight route?

    This flight path from Santa Barbara to Denver Intl was viewed by 11 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Santa Barbara to Denver is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $261 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and United Airlines, starting at $266 and $297 round-trip. Southwest is 22% 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 Denver one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $116 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $126 and Southwest from $131 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Barbara to Denver?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Santa Barbara to Denver on time: SkyWest Airlines (100%), Copa Airlines (100%), United Airlines (95%).

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

    While on average a flight from Santa Barbara to Denver is generally $791, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $145. When looking at the most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Denver Intl), you can expect to pay $231 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Denver (average of $197). Flying from Santa Barbara to Denver in March is currently the most expensive (average of $278). 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 Denver

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Denver. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$184Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$230Average$342FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$239Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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