John F Kennedy Intl

$149+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to John F Kennedy Intl, NY (JFK)

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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — JFK
jun. 17 — jun. 241
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to John F Kennedy Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to John F Kennedy Intl (JFK). 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$283
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$501
From Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl
One-way flight from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($38 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2025

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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to John F Kennedy Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to John F Kennedy Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
vie. 10/3110:11 amSBA - JFK
1 stop7h 19mAmerican Airlines
mar. 11/46:30 amJFK - SBA
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$283
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 10/227:29 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop8h 51mAlaska Airlines
mié. 10/2911:30 amJFK - SBA
1 stop9h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/58:13 amSBA - JFK
1 stop8h 22mDelta
sáb. 9/136:30 amJFK - SBA
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/10$297

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

John F Kennedy Intl

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

vie. 10/31

10:11 am-8:30 pm

1 stop7h 19m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mar. 11/4

6:30 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 16m

$283

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

mié. 10/22

7:29 pm-7:20 am

1 stop8h 51m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

mié. 10/29

11:30 am-6:25 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$296

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

vie. 9/5

8:13 am-7:35 pm

1 stop8h 22m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 9/13

6:30 am-12:12 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$297

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

vie. 7/4

8:15 am-10:22 pm

1 stop11h 07m

$149

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

vie. 7/11

1:10 pm-11:42 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$165

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

vie. 10/10

7:29 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop24h 30m

$207

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

mar. 7/8

5:01 am-10:49 pm

3 stops14h 48m

$529

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

mar. 6/17

11:09 am-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$606

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/10

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 JFK?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to John F Kennedy Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated junio 12, 2025.

When flying from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 34% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport ranges from 2.8 - 4.5 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.5 in. February is typically the driest time to visit New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in John F Kennedy Intl by month

Plan your trip to John F Kennedy Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 33.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing John F Kennedy Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to John F Kennedy Intl. 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 John F Kennedy Intl. Reviews last updated junio 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from Santa Barbara to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl?

    If you book a flight to New York John F Kennedy Intl from Santa Barbara, you will be flying from Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara. There are 0 flights from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl per day from 2 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport round-trip?

    Currently priced at $283, American Airlines will fly you from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $296 and $297, respectively. American Airlines is currently priced 42% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $149. Users have also found prices from $165 and $207 on American Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Barbara to John F Kennedy Intl that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to John F Kennedy Intl?

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to John F Kennedy Intl?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to John F Kennedy Intl 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 New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (average of $236). Flying from Santa Barbara to New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $327). 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 2 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to John F Kennedy Intl

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$296Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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