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$873+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — FRA
Dec 18 — Dec 251
Thu 12/18
Thu 12/25
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$947
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$873
(United Airlines)

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December

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September

Average price

$1,095
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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Frankfurt that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated November 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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.
Fri 3/2712:44 pmSBA - FRA
2 stops25h 16mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/3110:55 amFRA - SBA
2 stops30h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/16$999
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/275:00 amSBA - FRA
1 stop20h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/315:30 pmFRA - SBA
1 stop15h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/16$1,003

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Frankfurt

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Santa BarbaraFrankfurt am Main

SBA - FRA

SBAFRA

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/27

12:44 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops25h 16m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/31

10:55 am-8:53 am

2 stops30h 58m

$999

Santa BarbaraFrankfurt am Main

SBA - FRA

SBAFRA

Santa Barbara

Fri 3/27

5:00 am-9:20 am

1 stop20h 20m

Frankfurt am Main

Tue 3/31

5:30 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop15h 28m

$1,003

Santa BarbaraFrankfurt am Main

SBA - FRA

SBAFRA

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/22

5:06 pm-9:20 am

2 stops31h 14m

$873

Santa BarbaraFrankfurt am Main

SBA - FRA

SBAFRA

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/22

7:39 pm-9:05 am

3 stops52h 26m

$905

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Deals found on 11/17

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Frankfurt am Main Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $405). Flying from Santa Barbara to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $775). 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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Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Frankfurt. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to Frankfurt am Main?

    Most people fly from Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight from Santa Barbara to Frankfurt am Main. On average, Santa Barbara has 0 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day from 0 airlines. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    For as low as $1,003, American Airlines can have you in Frankfurt am Main Airport from Santa Barbara in 20h 20m. Santa Barbara and Frankfurt am Main Airport are separated by a distance of 5801 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $405). Flying from Santa Barbara to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $775). 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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