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$99+ 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 9/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — DEN
jul. 8 — jul. 151
mar. 7/8
mar. 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Barbara to Denver Intl are usually found in February or August, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday 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 julio 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$99
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$327

Good round-trip deal

$374 or less

Good one-way deal

$214 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 julio 3, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
jue. 8/211:01 pmSBA - DEN
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
mar. 8/267:20 pmDEN - SBA
Nonstop2h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/2$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
jue. 8/213:00 pmSBA - DEN
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
mar. 8/263:00 pmDEN - SBA
2 stops7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$212
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
jue. 8/74:50 pmSBA - DEN
1 stop4h 21mDelta
jue. 8/146:25 pmDEN - SBA
1 stop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 7/2$217
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
lun. 9/227:39 pmSBA - DEN
1 stop15h 31mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 9/276:17 pmDEN - SBA
1 stop17h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/3$232
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
jue. 9/111:17 pmSBA - DEN
1 stop3h 50mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/156:49 pmDEN - SBA
1 stop4h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$287

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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 julio 3, 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

jue. 8/21

1:01 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

Denver Intl

mar. 8/26

7:20 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

$197

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

jue. 8/21

3:00 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop2h 25m

Denver Intl

mar. 8/26

9:45 am-1:30 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$207

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

jue. 8/7

4:50 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop4h 21m

Denver Intl

jue. 8/14

6:25 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$217

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

lun. 9/22

7:39 pm-12:10 pm

1 stop15h 31m

Denver Intl

sáb. 9/27

6:17 pm-10:32 am

1 stop17h 15m

$232

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

jue. 9/11

1:17 pm-6:07 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Denver Intl

lun. 9/15

6:49 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$287

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

jue. 9/4

1:01 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop2h 26m

$99

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

jue. 10/30

6:05 am-11:28 am

1 stop4h 23m

$108

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

jue. 9/4

5:50 am-11:51 am

1 stop5h 01m

$109

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

mié. 9/3

11:00 am-9:30 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$114

Santa BarbaraDenver

SBA - DEN

SBADEN

Santa Barbara

vie. 9/26

7:39 pm-10:44 am

2 stops14h 05m

$182

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Deals found on 7/3

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Denver

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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 June 27, 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 83 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 julio 3, 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 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Denver

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Denver. 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 julio 3, 2025.

The most flights from SBA to DEN are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, 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 Denver?

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 julio 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Santa Barbara to Denver 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
4,266 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
7,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
2,545 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
8,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 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 are 3 flights 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 23m 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 8 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 United Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $197 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Delta, starting at $212 and $217 round-trip. United Airlines is 41% 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 $99 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $104 and Hawaiian Airlines from $108 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: United Airlines (81%), SkyWest Airlines (60%), Southwest (60%).

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

    While on average a flight from Santa Barbara to Denver is generally $795, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $149. When looking at the most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Denver Intl), you can expect to pay $197 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 julio 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$125Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$222Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$228Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$230Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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