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$291+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu (SBA - HNL)

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 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — HNL
Dec 18 — Dec 251
Thu 12/18
Thu 12/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Honolulu

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Honolulu (HNL). 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 November 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$419
(Hawaiian Airlines)

One-way from

$291
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$781
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Honolulu. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 18, 2025.

This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/67:19 pmSBA - HNL
1 stop28h 50mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/1311:59 pmHNL - SBA
1 stop16h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/16$487
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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 12/137:19 pmSBA - HNL
2 stops20h 41mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/2011:59 pmHNL - SBA
1 stop11h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/17$600
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/65:40 amSBA - HNL
2 stops16h 49mDelta
Sat 12/139:33 pmHNL - SBA
2 stops12h 26mDelta
Deal found 11/16$613
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/17. 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.
Tue 12/22:10 pmSBA - HNL
1 stop10h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/612:35 pmHNL - SBA
1 stop9h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/17$663
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/15:40 amSBA - HNL
2 stops13h 45mDelta
Fri 12/510:50 amHNL - SBA
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Deal found 11/16$668

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu 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 November 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Honolulu

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Return

Price

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

7:21 am-2:43 pm

1 stop9h 22m

Honolulu

Wed 3/4

11:59 pm-1:46 pm

1 stop11h 47m

$419

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

7:21 am-10:06 pm

2 stops16h 45m

Honolulu

Wed 3/4

11:59 pm-1:46 pm

1 stop11h 47m

$470

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/2

7:21 am-10:06 pm

2 stops16h 45m

Honolulu

Tue 3/3

11:59 pm-1:46 pm

1 stop11h 47m

$473

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/20

7:15 pm-11:20 am

1 stop19h 05m

Honolulu

Fri 4/24

10:20 pm-2:28 pm

1 stop13h 08m

$473

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/6

7:19 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop28h 50m

Honolulu

Sat 12/13

11:59 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop16h 26m

$487

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/2

1:19 pm-11:47 am

2 stops24h 28m

Honolulu

Tue 3/3

9:35 pm-12:16 pm

2 stops12h 41m

$495

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Sun 1/11

7:20 am-10:08 pm

2 stops16h 48m

Honolulu

Sun 1/18

11:59 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop11h 54m

$496

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/20

12:35 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops11h 30m

Honolulu

Fri 4/24

11:55 am-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$546

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

7:19 pm-2:00 pm

2 stops20h 41m

Honolulu

Tue 1/20

11:59 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop11h 54m

$600

Santa BarbaraHonolulu

SBA - HNL

SBAHNL

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/31

7:39 pm-11:48 pm

2 stops30h 09m

$291

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Deals found on 11/15

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Honolulu in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Honolulu flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Honolulu flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Honolulu flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Honolulu flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Barbara-Honolulu flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Honolulu

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Honolulu (average of $153). Flying from Santa Barbara to Honolulu in July is currently the most expensive (average of $266). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Honolulu

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Honolulu. 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 Honolulu. Reviews last updated November 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu, such as United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,019 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,019 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,019 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to Honolulu. 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 Honolulu?

    Airlines like Hawaiian Airlines and Alaska Airlines fly from Santa Barbara to Honolulu in about 9h 22m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 23m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2476 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Santa Barbara to Honolulu round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu round-trip from $546. Users have found that United Airlines is 22% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Honolulu (average of $153). Flying from Santa Barbara to Honolulu in July is currently the most expensive (average of $266). 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 airline flying from Santa Barbara to Honolulu

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Honolulu. 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 November 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$546Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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