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$136+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to LaGuardia, NY (LGA)

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 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — LGA
Apr 30 — May 71
Thu 4/30
Thu 5/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to LaGuardia

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to LaGuardia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/225:30 am
SBA
-
LGA
2 stops10h 25m
Southwest
Tue 4/281:25 pm
LGA
-
SBA
2 stops11h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26$235
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Mon 5/115:20 am
SBA
-
LGA
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Tue 5/191:30 pm
LGA
-
SBA
2 stops12h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 4/226:27 am
SBA
-
LGA
2 stops12h 32m
American Airlines
Tue 4/286:00 am
LGA
-
SBA
1 stop9h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/26$263
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/221:05 pm
SBA
-
LGA
1 stop7h 17m
United Airlines
Tue 4/286:10 am
LGA
-
SBA
1 stop8h 03m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 5/126:25 am
SBA
-
LGA
2 stops8h 53m
United Airlines
Tue 5/196:10 am
LGA
-
SBA
1 stop8h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/26$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sat 4/255:58 pm
SBA
-
LGA
2 stops12h 41m
Delta
Sat 5/27:15 am
LGA
-
SBA
2 stops11h 58m
Delta
Deal found 3/30$307
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/45:20 am
SBA
-
LGA
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Sat 5/910:00 am
LGA
-
SBA
2 stops10h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/30$317

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

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/12

5:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops10h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/19

1:30 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$235

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/22

5:30 am-6:55 pm

2 stops10h 25m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/28

1:25 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops11h 25m

$235

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/12

12:37 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 46m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/19

6:10 am-11:25 am

1 stop8h 15m

$269
Quickest round-trip

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/22

1:05 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop7h 17m

New York LaGuardia

Tue 4/28

6:10 am-11:13 am

1 stop8h 03m

$269

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/25

5:58 pm-9:39 am

2 stops12h 41m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/2

7:15 am-4:13 pm

2 stops11h 58m

$307

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/25

1:05 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop7h 17m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/2

6:10 am-11:25 am

1 stop8h 15m

$378

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/16

12:30 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop7h 58m

New York LaGuardia

Mon 4/20

5:15 pm-12:36 am

2 stops10h 21m

$384

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

5:00 am-5:23 pm

1 stop9h 23m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/9

7:20 am-5:53 pm

2 stops13h 33m

$386
Cheapest one-way

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/13

5:50 am-7:47 pm

2 stops10h 57m

$154

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/7

12:27 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$172

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $104). Flying from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing LaGuardia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to LaGuardia. 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 LaGuardia. Reviews last updated March 31, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and United Airlines from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,364 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,364 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,364 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,525 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,364 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Barbara to LaGuardia. 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 New York LaGuardia?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia. You should not have trouble finding flights to New York LaGuardia from Santa Barbara; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to New York LaGuardia per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 2 airlines have flights from the Santa Barbara airport to New York LaGuardia. It is only a 8.0 mi journey to Santa Barbara (SBA) from Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport?

    Airlines like Southwest and United Airlines fly from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport in about 7h 46m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 39m. Santa Barbara and New York LaGuardia Airport are separated by a distance of 2523 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $148 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $288. Delta is priced at 71% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $84. American Airlines flights start at $134 while deals on United Airlines start at $139 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to LaGuardia 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 LaGuardia Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport (average of $104). Flying from Santa Barbara to New York LaGuardia Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $262). 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 LaGuardia

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to LaGuardia. 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 March 31, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$148Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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