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$133+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale (SBA - FLL)

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 2/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — FLL
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL). 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 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$272
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$133
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$466
From Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 11/286:50 pmSBA - FLL
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/98:01 amFLL - SBA
1 stop8h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$272
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/208:40 pmSBA - FLL
1 stop7h 50mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/225:02 pmFLL - SBA
2 stops9h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/205:50 amSBA - FLL
1 stop7h 34mDelta
Wed 10/223:30 pmFLL - SBA
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Deal found 9/11$321
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 10/204:45 pmSBA - FLL
2 stops14h 33mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/228:40 amFLL - SBA
2 stops12h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/11$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/2612:22 pmSBA - FLL
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/306:58 amFLL - SBA
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/261:10 pmSBA - FLL
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/306:30 amFLL - SBA
2 stops12h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$403

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale 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 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Fort Lauderdale

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraFort Lauderdale

SBA - FLL

SBAFLL

Santa Barbara

Fri 11/28

6:50 pm-5:36 am

1 stop7h 46m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 12/9

1:18 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops12h 12m

$277

Santa BarbaraFort Lauderdale

SBA - FLL

SBAFLL

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/20

8:40 pm-7:30 am

1 stop7h 50m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 10/22

5:02 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 57m

$287

Santa BarbaraFort Lauderdale

SBA - FLL

SBAFLL

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/20

5:50 am-4:24 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 10/22

3:30 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$321

Santa BarbaraFort Lauderdale

SBA - FLL

SBAFLL

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/20

4:45 pm-10:18 am

2 stops14h 33m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 10/22

8:40 am-6:29 pm

2 stops12h 49m

$352

Santa BarbaraFort Lauderdale

SBA - FLL

SBAFLL

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/26

5:00 pm-5:51 am

2 stops9h 51m

Fort Lauderdale

Tue 9/30

6:30 am-2:42 pm

2 stops11h 12m

$408

Santa BarbaraFort Lauderdale

SBA - FLL

SBAFLL

Santa Barbara

Sun 10/19

8:40 pm-11:46 am

2 stops12h 06m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 10/22

9:00 am-4:13 pm

2 stops10h 13m

$421

Santa BarbaraFort Lauderdale

SBA - FLL

SBAFLL

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/4

5:50 am-4:35 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Fort Lauderdale

Sat 10/11

6:15 am-4:11 pm

2 stops12h 56m

$443

Santa BarbaraFort Lauderdale

SBA - FLL

SBAFLL

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/10

8:25 am-6:34 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Fort Lauderdale

Wed 3/11

3:05 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$447

Santa BarbaraFort Lauderdale

SBA - FLL

SBAFLL

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/26

8:25 am-6:34 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$133

Santa BarbaraFort Lauderdale

SBA - FLL

SBAFLL

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/26

7:07 pm-7:38 am

1 stop9h 31m

$183

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale (average of $185). Flying from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 FLL?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 39% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Fort Lauderdale

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Fort Lauderdale. 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 Fort Lauderdale. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
8,937 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale in about 7h 34m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12m. The distance from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale is about 2421 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $330 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and United Airlines, starting at $350 and $390 round-trip. Delta is priced at 41% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale one-way?

    $133 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $183 and $210, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale 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 Fort Lauderdale?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale (average of $185). Flying from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale in March is currently the most expensive (average of $254). 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 Fort Lauderdale

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Fort Lauderdale. 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 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$330Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$350Average$540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$390Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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