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$285+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Kaua'i

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 — LIH
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i
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This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:39 pmSBA - LIH
1 stop20h 46mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/111:23 pmLIH - SBA
1 stop17h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/2$876
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 12/315:45 amSBA - LIH
2 stops14h 15mDelta
Thu 1/16:00 amLIH - SBA
2 stops14h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/2$978
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:50 amSBA - LIH
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Thu 1/19:10 pmLIH - SBA
1 stop10h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/2$1,002
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/4. 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 12/141:10 pmSBA - LIH
1 stop28h 38mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/219:45 pmLIH - SBA
1 stop9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/4$2,654
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Sun 12/147:20 amSBA - LIH
1 stop30h 58mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/2111:59 amLIH - SBA
1 stop31h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/3$2,726

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i

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Round-trip from

$424
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$285
(Delta)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$492
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Kaua'i

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Price

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/9

7:20 am-10:41 pm

2 stops17h 21m

Lihue

Fri 1/16

3:30 pm-7:47 pm

2 stops26h 17m

$424

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/25

7:21 am-10:18 pm

2 stops16h 57m

Lihue

Thu 2/26

12:01 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops47h 46m

$499

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/2

6:25 am-1:15 pm

2 stops33h 50m

Lihue

Sat 5/9

6:15 pm-11:12 pm

2 stops25h 57m

$549

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Thu 3/26

6:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop9h 08m

Lihue

Thu 4/2

1:09 pm-12:36 am

1 stop8h 27m

$648

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/31

5:45 am-6:00 pm

2 stops14h 15m

$285

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/31

6:10 am-1:14 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$293

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

2:10 pm-10:21 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$357

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/16

5:40 am-6:33 pm

2 stops14h 53m

$362

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

5:40 am-8:10 pm

2 stops16h 30m

$362

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/23

6:12 am-4:08 pm

1 stop11h 56m

$429

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i (average of $155). Flying from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i in June is currently the most expensive (average of $269). 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 FUS?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 4, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kaua'i

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kaua'i. 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 Kaua'i. Reviews last updated December 4, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,066 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

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 Kaua'i. 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 Kaua'i?

    Santa Barbara (SBA), located 8.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i?

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i in 17h 21m. Fly via Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2534 mi.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i 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 Kaua'i?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i (average of $155). Flying from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i in June is currently the most expensive (average of $269). 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 Kaua'i

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Kaua'i. 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 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$557Average$755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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