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$145+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Illinois

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SBA — ORD
Jan 6 — Jan 131
Tue 1/6
Tue 1/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Illinois

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Illinois. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 7, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Wed 12/2412:59 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Thu 1/17:25 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/7$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Sun 12/2112:59 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Thu 1/17:25 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/7$314
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Tue 12/306:54 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/45:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/7$344
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/5. 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 12/296:54 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 40mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/45:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/5$368
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Tue 12/236:52 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/15:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/7$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/2612:59 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Thu 1/17:25 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/7$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Thu 12/2512:25 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/25:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/7$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/211:20 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 56mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/255:21 amORD - SBA
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/6$394
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Sun 12/216:52 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 42mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/25:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop6h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/7$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Thu 12/2512:25 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/411:59 pmORD - SBA
2 stops11h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/7$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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.
Sun 12/71:00 pmSBA - MLI
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/131:00 pmMLI - SBA
2 stops12h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/6$489
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/712:30 pmSBA - MLI
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/135:55 amMLI - SBA
1 stop7h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/6$536

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Round-trip from

$224
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$145
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

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September

Average price

$337
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois that are best for you.

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Return

Price

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/31

7:20 am-1:10 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

8:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$250

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/31

7:20 am-1:10 pm

1 stop27h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

8:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$250

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-5:09 pm

2 stops9h 09m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/3

7:05 am-11:46 am

1 stop6h 41m

$256

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/31

12:26 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops9h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/4

5:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 46m

$256

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

12:26 pm-9:07 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 1/19

5:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 46m

$270

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/30

2:17 pm-11:14 pm

1 stop6h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/2

2:36 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$289

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/24

12:59 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/1

7:25 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$289

Santa BarbaraChicago

SBA - ORD

SBAORD

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/28

7:15 pm-5:00 am

1 stop7h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/1

6:50 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop25h 28m

$289

Santa BarbaraSt. Louis

SBA - STL

SBASTL

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/21

6:00 am-4:27 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 2/24

8:41 am-1:18 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$342

Santa BarbaraSt. Louis

SBA - STL

SBASTL

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/5

2:38 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 21m

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 3/8

7:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop8h 47m

$361

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois (average of $77). Flying from Santa Barbara to Illinois in October is currently the most expensive (average of $147). 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 IL?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Illinois. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 7, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Illinois is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 51% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Illinois?

Reviews of airlines servicing Illinois

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Illinois. 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 Illinois. Reviews last updated December 7, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Illinois to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,076 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,042 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Illinois from Santa Barbara.

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

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Santa Barbara to Illinois in about 8h 27m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 19h 23m. There are 1653 mi between Santa Barbara and Illinois. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois are Delta ($156), American Airlines ($158), and United Airlines ($173).

  • What are the most popular routes from Santa Barbara to Illinois?

    The most popular flight routes from Santa Barbara to Illinois are Santa Barbara - Chicago O'Hare Intl, Santa Barbara - Lambert-St Louis and Santa Barbara - Moline Quad-City.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Illinois (average of $77). Flying from Santa Barbara to Illinois in October is currently the most expensive (average of $147). 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 4 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Illinois

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Illinois. 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 7, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$218Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$250Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$318Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$356Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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