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$1,294+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to French Polynesia

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 9/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — PPT
Feb 7 — Feb 141
Sat 2/7
Sat 2/14
1 adult, Economy
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$1,634
(United Airlines)

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July

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March

Average price

$978
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 8, 2026.

This Air France deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 Air France is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/125:55 amSBA - PPT
2 stops26h 35mAir France
Sat 9/197:40 amPPT - SBA
2 stops29h 45mAir France
Deal found 1/8$1,294
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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 9/196:25 amSBA - PPT
3 stops24h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/2611:30 pmPPT - SBA
2 stops17h 23mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/8$1,473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
Wed 2/255:48 pmSBA - PPT
2 stops28h 12mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/288:40 pmPPT - SBA
2 stops25h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/6$1,634
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Sat 9/126:00 amSBA - PPT
1 stop15h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/199:10 pmPPT - SBA
1 stop11h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/8$1,680
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Sat 9/191:14 pmSBA - PPT
3 stops17h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/2611:59 pmPPT - SBA
3 stops18h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$6,855
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/8. 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.
Sat 9/121:14 pmSBA - PPT
3 stops17h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/1911:59 pmPPT - SBA
3 stops18h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/8$6,864

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia (average of $678). Flying from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,059). 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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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia. 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 French Polynesia?

    For as low as $1,634, United Airlines can have you in French Polynesia from Santa Barbara in 28h 12m. There are 4087 mi between Santa Barbara and French Polynesia.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia 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 French Polynesia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia (average of $678). Flying from Santa Barbara to French Polynesia in August is currently the most expensive (average of $1,059). 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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