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$337+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Lihue (SBA - LIH)

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 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — LIH
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Lihue

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Lihue (LIH). 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$484
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$660
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Lihue
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Lihue. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/277:30 amSBA - LIH
2 stops12h 30mAlaska Airlines
Sun 8/316:00 amLIH - SBA
2 stops10h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/30$484
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/276:00 amSBA - LIH
1 stop8h 54mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/3111:10 pmLIH - SBA
1 stop9h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$533
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/136:15 amSBA - LIH
1 stop9h 35mSouthwest
Tue 5/209:00 amLIH - SBA
1 stop10h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$623
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Tue 5/135:45 amSBA - LIH
2 stops15h 04mDelta
Tue 5/209:45 pmLIH - SBA
2 stops11h 17mDelta
Deal found 4/29$626
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/106:10 amSBA - LIH
1 stop11h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/149:25 pmLIH - SBA
1 stop12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$1,098

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Lihue 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Lihue that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Lihue

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/27

7:30 am-5:00 pm

2 stops12h 30m

Lihue

Sun 8/31

6:00 am-7:49 pm

2 stops10h 49m

$484

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/27

6:00 am-11:54 am

1 stop8h 54m

Lihue

Sun 8/31

11:10 pm-11:59 am

1 stop9h 49m

$533

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/13

6:15 am-12:50 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Lihue

Tue 5/20

9:00 am-10:30 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$623

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/13

5:45 am-5:49 pm

2 stops15h 04m

Lihue

Tue 5/20

9:45 pm-12:02 pm

2 stops11h 17m

$626

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Tue 6/10

6:10 am-2:16 pm

1 stop11h 06m

Lihue

Sat 6/14

9:25 pm-12:29 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$1,098

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/2

5:50 am-7:08 pm

2 stops16h 18m

$337

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/2

2:00 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$382

Santa BarbaraLihue

SBA - LIH

SBALIH

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/2

7:30 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop29h 24m

$440

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Deals found on 4/30

Compare providers for flights from Santa Barbara to Lihue

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Lihue in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Lihue flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Lihue flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Lihue flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Lihue flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Barbara-Lihue flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Lihue

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Lihue from Santa Barbara with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Lihue

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Lihue (average of $440). Flying from Santa Barbara to Lihue in June is currently the most expensive (average of $678). 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 LIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Lihue. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Lihue is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

Rainfall in Lihue by month

Plan your trip to Lihue by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Lihue ranges from 2.2 - 6.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Lihue when rainfall is around 2.2 in.

Temperature in Lihue by month

Plan your trip to Lihue by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Lihue, 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 69.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Lihue

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lihue. 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 Lihue. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,972 reviews

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Lihue round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Barbara to Lihue round-trip from $484. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $533, and Southwest, from $623. Alaska Airlines is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Lihue (average of $440). Flying from Santa Barbara to Lihue in June is currently the most expensive (average of $678). 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 Lihue

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Lihue. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$526Average$689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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