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$181+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Mexico

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 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — MEX
ene. 14 — ene. 211
mié. 1/14
mié. 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Mexico
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Mexico. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 15, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
dom. 12/145:40 amSBA - SJD
1 stop6h 00mDelta
sáb. 12/203:25 pmSJD - SBA
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/14$434
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
jue. 12/255:45 amSBA - SJD
1 stop7h 35mDelta
lun. 12/2912:21 pmSJD - SBA
1 stop11h 24mDelta
Deal found 12/14$465
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
dom. 12/146:48 pmSBA - CUN
2 stops14h 42mUnited Airlines
vie. 1/163:07 pmCUN - SBA
1 stop11h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$499
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
dom. 12/146:49 pmSBA - CUN
1 stop16h 41mAmerican Airlines
vie. 1/165:15 pmCUN - SBA
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$500
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
dom. 12/146:48 pmSBA - SJD
2 stops15h 55mUnited Airlines
sáb. 12/2012:15 pmSJD - SBA
1 stop12h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$572
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
mar. 12/164:32 pmSBA - MEX
2 stops19h 08mAmerican Airlines
dom. 12/214:55 pmMEX - SBA
1 stop21h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$610
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
dom. 12/145:05 amSBA - MEX
1 stop15h 25mUnited Airlines
sáb. 1/176:10 pmMEX - SBA
1 stop17h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$657
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
mar. 12/166:00 amSBA - MEX
1 stop9h 10mUnited Airlines
dom. 12/216:10 amMEX - SBA
1 stop7h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$677
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
mar. 12/235:00 amSBA - GDL
2 stops15h 35mUnited Airlines
jue. 12/258:00 amGDL - SBA
2 stops15h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$681
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
jue. 12/2512:25 pmSBA - SJD
2 stops19h 36mAmerican Airlines
lun. 12/2912:43 pmSJD - SBA
1 stop6h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$691
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
lun. 12/156:48 pmSBA - GDL
2 stops24h 02mUnited Airlines
lun. 12/223:26 pmGDL - SBA
2 stops23h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$707
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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.
lun. 12/156:00 amSBA - MEX
1 stop11h 35mUnited Airlines
vie. 1/161:50 pmMEX - SBA
1 stop10h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$712

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Mexico

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

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Round-trip from

$416
(Delta)

One-way from

$181
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$542
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Mexico that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Mexico

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

jue. 1/29

5:40 am-3:25 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

jue. 2/5

4:35 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$416

Santa BarbaraSan José del Cabo

SBA - SJD

SBASJD

Santa Barbara

dom. 1/25

5:40 am-10:30 pm

2 stops15h 50m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

vie. 1/30

3:58 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$426

Santa BarbaraSan José del Cabo

SBA - SJD

SBASJD

Santa Barbara

lun. 3/2

5:40 am-2:37 pm

1 stop7h 57m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

jue. 3/5

3:42 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$426

Santa BarbaraSan José del Cabo

SBA - SJD

SBASJD

Santa Barbara

mié. 3/4

5:40 am-2:37 pm

1 stop7h 57m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

mié. 3/11

11:39 am-12:03 am

1 stop12h 24m

$426

Santa BarbaraSan José del Cabo

SBA - SJD

SBASJD

Santa Barbara

dom. 1/11

5:40 am-6:15 pm

2 stops11h 35m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

dom. 1/18

3:58 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$436

Santa BarbaraSan José del Cabo

SBA - SJD

SBASJD

Santa Barbara

dom. 1/25

5:40 am-5:51 pm

2 stops11h 11m

San José del Cabo Los Cabos

sáb. 1/31

12:36 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$436

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

jue. 1/29

6:51 pm-10:47 am

2 stops13h 56m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

jue. 2/5

3:08 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$456

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

jue. 1/22

6:51 pm-10:47 am

2 stops13h 56m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

lun. 1/26

1:34 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$456

Santa BarbaraPuerto Vallarta

SBA - PVR

SBAPVR

Santa Barbara

jue. 1/29

2:45 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Puerto Vallarta Ordaz

mar. 3/3

4:00 pm-1:47 pm

1 stop23h 47m

$472

Santa BarbaraMexico City

SBA - MEX

SBAMEX

Santa Barbara

jue. 1/29

6:00 am-1:40 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Mexico City Benito Juarez

jue. 2/5

4:59 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$474

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Mexico

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Mexico (average of $39). Flying from Santa Barbara to Mexico in June is currently the most expensive (average of $155). 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 MX?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Mexico. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to Mexico is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 14% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Mexico

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Mexico. 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 Mexico. Reviews last updated diciembre 15, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Mexico have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,051 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

LAX - LHR

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Mexico from Santa Barbara.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to Mexico in 5h 40m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or American Airlines to get the fastest option. Santa Barbara and Mexico are separated by a distance of 1639 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 Mexico one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $157. United Airlines flights start at $163 while deals on American Airlines start at $229 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Santa Barbara to Mexico is Santa Barbara - Mexico City Benito Juarez. You may also consider Santa Barbara - San José del Cabo Los Cabos or Santa Barbara - Cancun.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Mexico (average of $39). Flying from Santa Barbara to Mexico in June is currently the most expensive (average of $155). 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 Mexico

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Mexico. 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 diciembre 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$149Average$510FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$370Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$386Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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