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$123+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Kentucky

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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — SDF
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Kentucky

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Santa Barbara to Kentucky flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$225
(Southwest)

One-way from

$123
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$346
From Santa Barbara to Kentucky
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Kentucky
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Kentucky. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Sat 11/13:20 pmSBA - BNA
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Wed 11/55:50 amBNA - SBA
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$225
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 11/11:03 pmSBA - BNA
1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/56:30 amBNA - SBA
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$244
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 11/196:50 pmSBA - BNA
1 stop8h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/246:30 amBNA - SBA
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$259
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 11/195:50 amSBA - BNA
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Mon 11/245:05 amBNA - SBA
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/2012:30 pmSBA - BNA
1 stop8h 22mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/286:50 amBNA - SBA
1 stop6h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 11/146:50 pmSBA - BNA
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/176:30 amBNA - SBA
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$364
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/145:40 amSBA - BNA
1 stop6h 38mDelta
Mon 11/177:10 amBNA - SBA
1 stop6h 47mDelta
Deal found 9/13$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Fri 11/216:50 pmSBA - BNA
1 stop8h 21mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/246:30 amBNA - SBA
1 stop7h 31mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/12$376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/3012:40 pmSBA - CVG
1 stop7h 19mDelta
Thu 11/66:52 amCVG - SBA
2 stops12h 19mDelta
Deal found 9/15$386
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Fri 9/2612:22 pmSBA - CVG
1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/302:41 pmCVG - SBA
1 stop6h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$398
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Fri 10/2412:30 pmSBA - CVG
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/266:22 amCVG - SBA
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$413
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/239:26 amSBA - CVG
2 stops12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/266:22 amCVG - SBA
1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$474

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

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Santa Barbara

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Kentucky

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Return

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Santa BarbaraNashville

SBA - BNA

SBABNA

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/1

1:03 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Nashville Intl

Wed 11/5

6:30 am-12:01 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$244

Santa BarbaraNashville

SBA - BNA

SBABNA

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/19

6:50 pm-5:13 am

1 stop8h 23m

Nashville Intl

Mon 11/24

6:30 am-12:01 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$259

Santa BarbaraNashville

SBA - BNA

SBABNA

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/19

5:50 am-5:50 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Nashville Intl

Mon 11/24

5:05 am-10:05 am

1 stop7h 00m

$297

Santa BarbaraLexington

SBA - LEX

SBALEX

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/7

8:25 am-6:55 pm

1 stop7h 30m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 3/11

3:45 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$297

Santa BarbaraNashville

SBA - BNA

SBABNA

Santa Barbara

Fri 11/14

6:50 pm-5:11 am

1 stop8h 21m

Nashville Intl

Mon 11/17

6:30 am-12:01 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$364

Santa BarbaraNashville

SBA - BNA

SBABNA

Santa Barbara

Fri 11/14

5:40 am-2:18 pm

1 stop6h 38m

Nashville Intl

Mon 11/17

7:10 am-11:57 am

1 stop6h 47m

$369

Santa BarbaraNashville

SBA - BNA

SBABNA

Santa Barbara

Fri 11/14

12:28 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop7h 09m

Nashville Intl

Mon 11/17

7:05 am-4:01 pm

2 stops10h 56m

$374

Santa BarbaraCincinnati

SBA - CVG

SBACVG

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/30

12:40 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Thu 11/6

6:52 am-4:11 pm

2 stops12h 19m

$386

Santa BarbaraCincinnati

SBA - CVG

SBACVG

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/26

12:22 pm-11:01 pm

1 stop7h 39m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Tue 9/30

2:41 pm-6:39 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$398

Santa BarbaraCincinnati

SBA - CVG

SBACVG

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/23

12:30 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop7h 37m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sun 10/26

6:22 am-11:40 am

1 stop8h 18m

$403

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 9/13

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kentucky

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kentucky (average of $299). Flying from Santa Barbara to Kentucky in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 Kentucky

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kentucky. 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 Kentucky. Reviews last updated September 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Kentucky to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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

    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 Kentucky.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to Kentucky in 6h 30m. Fly via United Airlines, Southwest, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Santa Barbara and Kentucky is about 1864 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $123. Users have also found prices from $215 and $331 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

    While some choose either Santa Barbara - Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky or Santa Barbara - Lexington Blue Grass, Santa Barbara - Nashville Intl is the most popular route from Santa Barbara to Kentucky.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kentucky (average of $299). Flying from Santa Barbara to Kentucky in April is currently the most expensive (average of $369). 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 3 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Kentucky

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Kentucky. 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$296Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$297Average$736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$393Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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