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$224+ 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 4/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — SDF
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$346
(Delta)

One-way from

$224
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$303
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/278:25 amSBA - BNA
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Tue 12/24:50 pmBNA - SBA
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Deal found 10/29$346
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/128:25 amSBA - LEX
1 stop7h 49mDelta
Sat 11/153:40 pmLEX - SBA
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 10/30$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 11/216:10 amSBA - BNA
2 stops10h 37mAmerican Airlines
Wed 11/265:22 pmBNA - SBA
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/27$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/65:05 amSBA - BNA
1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/134:00 pmBNA - SBA
1 stop7h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$469
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
Mon 12/87:19 pmSBA - BNA
1 stop26h 40mAlaska Airlines
Fri 12/123:55 pmBNA - SBA
1 stop28h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/27$481
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/138:25 amSBA - SDF
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Mon 11/173:09 pmSDF - SBA
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Deal found 10/29$567
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Thu 11/136:50 pmSBA - SDF
2 stops12h 09mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/1711:00 amSDF - SBA
2 stops9h 54mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$577
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 11/267:29 amSBA - CVG
2 stops10h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/13:20 pmCVG - SBA
2 stops11h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$577

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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

Fly to

Kentucky

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraNashville

SBA - BNA

SBABNA

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/27

8:25 am-5:06 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Nashville Intl

Tue 12/2

4:50 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$346

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

$378

Santa BarbaraBlountville

SBA - TRI

SBATRI

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/15

8:25 am-6:13 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Sat 4/18

3:50 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$379

Santa BarbaraLexington

SBA - LEX

SBALEX

Santa Barbara

Sat 3/7

10:15 am-11:41 pm

2 stops10h 26m

Lexington Blue Grass

Wed 3/11

10:35 am-9:23 pm

2 stops13h 48m

$389

Santa BarbaraLexington

SBA - LEX

SBALEX

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/12

8:25 am-7:14 pm

1 stop7h 49m

Lexington Blue Grass

Sat 11/15

6:00 am-4:06 pm

2 stops13h 06m

$409

Santa BarbaraNashville

SBA - BNA

SBABNA

Santa Barbara

Fri 11/21

6:10 am-6:47 pm

2 stops10h 37m

Nashville Intl

Wed 11/26

11:20 am-6:09 pm

2 stops8h 49m

$447

Santa BarbaraLouisville

SBA - SDF

SBASDF

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/14

8:25 am-7:01 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Louisville Intl

Wed 4/15

2:59 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$447

Santa BarbaraCincinnati

SBA - CVG

SBACVG

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/10

12:45 pm-11:12 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 3/11

3:30 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop7h 57m

$447

Santa BarbaraNashville

SBA - BNA

SBABNA

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/6

5:05 am-1:28 pm

1 stop6h 23m

Nashville Intl

Sat 12/13

4:00 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$469

Santa BarbaraNashville

SBA - BNA

SBABNA

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/14

8:25 am-6:32 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Nashville Intl

Wed 4/15

7:05 am-12:18 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$472

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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kentucky (average of $99). Flying from Santa Barbara to Kentucky in December is currently the most expensive (average of $354). 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 October 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and United 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
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

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
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

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
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

7.9

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 23m. Fly via Delta, American Airlines, or United Airlines 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 United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $224. Users have also found prices from $224 and $284 on American Airlines and Delta, 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 - Louisville Intl, 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Kentucky (average of $99). Flying from Santa Barbara to Kentucky in December is currently the most expensive (average of $354). 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 Kentucky

Discover the top 2 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$296Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$297Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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