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$85+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Mesa, AZ

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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — PHX
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Tue 8/25
Tue 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Barbara to Mesa are usually found in October or September, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Mesa

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Mesa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Mesa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 26, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Sat 10/242:22 pm
SBA
-
PHX
1 stop6h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/2810:12 am
PHX
-
SBA
1 stop13h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/21$183
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/296:00 am
SBA
-
PHX
1 stop16h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 9/307:08 am
PHX
-
SBA
1 stop7h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22$193
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/73:26 pm
SBA
-
PHX
1 stop23h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 9/1112:13 pm
PHX
-
SBA
1 stop26h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22$198
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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.
Fri 8/283:26 pm
SBA
-
PHX
1 stop20h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/293:15 pm
PHX
-
SBA
1 stop8h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22$213
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Sat 10/102:22 pm
SBA
-
PHX
1 stop6h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 10/127:24 pm
PHX
-
SBA
1 stop4h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23$218
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/186:00 am
SBA
-
PHX
1 stop5h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 9/197:45 am
PHX
-
SBA
1 stop7h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/22$220
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 9/33:26 pm
SBA
-
PHX
1 stop6h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 9/77:00 am
PHX
-
SBA
1 stop7h 47m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/25$223
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 11/12:38 pm
SBA
-
PHX
1 stop19h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 11/48:00 am
PHX
-
SBA
1 stop16h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23$228
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 9/33:26 pm
SBA
-
PHX
1 stop6h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/63:15 pm
PHX
-
SBA
1 stop8h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/25$233
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 10/212:22 pm
SBA
-
PHX
1 stop19h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 10/237:24 pm
PHX
-
SBA
1 stop18h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22$238
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/141:42 pm
SBA
-
PHX
1 stop24h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/156:53 pm
PHX
-
SBA
1 stop4h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/21$243
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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.
Mon 8/171:42 pm
SBA
-
PHX
1 stop8h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 8/2312:13 pm
PHX
-
SBA
1 stop11h 37m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/23$248

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Mesa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Santa Barbara to Mesa flight deals. Data was last updated July 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Expedia
1 star

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$183
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$85
(WAYA)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$711
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Mesa 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 July 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Mesa that are best for you.

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Cheapest round-trip

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/24

2:22 pm-8:41 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 10/28

10:12 am-11:47 pm

1 stop13h 35m

$183

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/14

2:22 pm-3:00 pm

1 stop24h 38m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 10/21

3:42 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$223

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/23

3:26 pm-2:33 pm

1 stop23h 07m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 8/26

3:15 pm-2:47 pm

1 stop23h 32m

$228

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/17

6:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 31m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sun 9/20

12:13 pm-2:47 pm

1 stop26h 34m

$228

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/21

6:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop5h 31m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 8/25

7:00 am-11:50 pm

1 stop16h 50m

$248
Quickest round-trip

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/29

1:45 pm-5:40 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 9/30

11:00 am-5:05 pm

2 stops6h 05m

$280

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/26

5:45 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 10m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 8/29

1:25 pm-8:10 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$280

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/22

10:55 am-5:40 pm

2 stops6h 45m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 9/24

10:00 am-4:00 pm

2 stops6h 00m

$285
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/23

3:26 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop3h 41m

$92

Santa BarbaraPhoenix

SBA - PHX

SBAPHX

Santa Barbara

Thu 8/20

3:26 pm-7:07 pm

1 stop3h 41m

$92

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Deals found on 7/23

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Mesa

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Mesa from Santa Barbara with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SBA to MS9?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Mesa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated July 26, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Santa Barbara to Mesa at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 15% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Mesa

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Mesa. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 26, 2026.

The most flights from SBA to MS9 are scheduled on a Sunday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Mesa?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Santa Barbara to Mesa flights typically cost between $458 and $736 in October.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $183 on Alaska Airlines (Oct 24-Oct 28).

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Barbara to Mesa?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Mesa. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Mesa flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Mesa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mesa. 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 Mesa. Reviews last updated July 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Mesa. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sherrie,Jan 2024

LAX - PHX

It was a great flight overall. It took a long time to take off. We spent a long time waiting on the plane before departure.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sherrie,Jan 2024

LAX - PHX

It was a great flight overall. It took a long time to take off. We spent a long time waiting on the plane before departure.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,850 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Sherrie,Jan 2024

LAX - PHX

It was a great flight overall. It took a long time to take off. We spent a long time waiting on the plane before departure.

Related info for your journey

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

    For a flight from Santa Barbara to Mesa, you will be flying from Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara (SBA) is just 8.0 mi from the center of the city. Santa Barbara is the only Santa Barbara airport and it handles 3 outbound flights to Mesa per day. 2 airlines have flights to Mesa from Santa Barbara on a regular basis.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to Mesa in 6h 19m. Fly via Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 454 mi between Santa Barbara and Mesa.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Barbara to Mesa?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Santa Barbara to Mesa consider choosing Porter Airlines (94%), American Airlines (89%) or SkyWest Airlines (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Mesa?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Santa Barbara to Mesa? While on average our users pay $927, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $181. The most popular route (Santa Barbara - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), is priced around $220.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Mesa by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Mesa

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Mesa. 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 July 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$206Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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