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$324+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Durham, NC

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — RDU
Jan 25 — Feb 11
Sun 1/25
Sun 2/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Durham

Best flights from Santa Barbara to Durham
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Durham that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 26, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 2/72:45 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop24h 19mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/97:04 pmRDU - SBA
1 stop21h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/25$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 2/54:59 pmSBA - RDU
2 stops14h 19mDelta
Sat 2/77:00 amRDU - SBA
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/25$348
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 2/610:45 amSBA - RDU
1 stop7h 41mUnited Airlines
Sun 2/88:03 amRDU - SBA
1 stop8h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/25$353
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 2/52:45 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop24h 19mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/97:04 pmRDU - SBA
1 stop21h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/25$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 2/612:35 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop8h 13mDelta
Sun 2/85:30 amRDU - SBA
2 stops9h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/25$358
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Fri 2/62:45 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop24h 19mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/97:04 pmRDU - SBA
1 stop21h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/25$344
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 2/54:59 pmSBA - RDU
2 stops14h 19mDelta
Sun 2/87:00 amRDU - SBA
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/25$358
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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 2/52:45 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop24h 19mAlaska Airlines
Sun 2/87:04 pmRDU - SBA
2 stops51h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/25$394
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/25. 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.
Sat 2/712:35 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop8h 13mDelta
Sun 2/87:00 amRDU - SBA
1 stop7h 55mDelta
Deal found 12/25$396
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/24. 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 5/77:07 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop18h 41mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/115:48 pmRDU - SBA
1 stop8h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/24$396

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Durham 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 December 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Durham that are best for you.

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Durham

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Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/7

2:45 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop24h 19m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/9

7:04 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop21h 49m

$324

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/5

2:45 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop24h 19m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/9

7:04 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop21h 49m

$344

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/6

2:45 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop24h 19m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 2/9

7:04 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop21h 49m

$344

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/5

4:59 pm-10:18 am

2 stops14h 19m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 2/7

7:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 55m

$348

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/6

10:45 am-9:26 pm

1 stop7h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/8

8:03 am-1:15 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$353

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/6

12:35 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/8

5:30 am-11:55 am

2 stops9h 25m

$358

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/5

4:59 pm-10:18 am

2 stops14h 19m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/8

7:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 55m

$358

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/5

2:45 pm-6:04 pm

1 stop24h 19m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/8

7:04 pm-7:47 pm

2 stops51h 43m

$394

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/7

12:35 pm-11:48 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 2/8

7:00 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 55m

$396

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/7

7:07 pm-4:48 pm

1 stop18h 41m

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 5/11

5:48 pm-11:38 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$396

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Deals found on 12/25

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Durham (average of $129). Flying from Santa Barbara to Durham in November 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 DU8?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Durham. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 26, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Durham is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Durham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durham. 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 Durham. Reviews last updated December 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Durham by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,115 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,062 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to Durham?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Barbara to Durham. You should not have trouble finding flights to Durham from Santa Barbara; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Durham per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Santa Barbara airport to Durham. It is only a 8.0 mi journey to Santa Barbara (SBA) from Santa Barbara’s city center.

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

    Departing from Santa Barbara to Durham will take you 7h 41m. Santa Barbara and Durham are separated by a distance of 2303 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Durham (average of $129). Flying from Santa Barbara to Durham in November 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 Durham

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Durham. 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 December 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$320Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$350Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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