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$164+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Miami (SBA - MIA)

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 12/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — MIA
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Miami

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Miami (MIA). 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 November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$299
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$164
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$622
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Miami
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Miami. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/305:06 pmSBA - MIA
2 stops9h 47mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/156:05 amMIA - SBA
1 stop8h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/25$332
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/98:25 amSBA - MIA
1 stop9h 26mDelta
Wed 12/103:50 pmMIA - SBA
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Deal found 11/23$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/185:06 pmSBA - MIA
2 stops9h 47mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/216:20 amMIA - SBA
2 stops13h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/24:59 pmSBA - MIA
1 stop10h 25mDelta
Thu 12/1812:36 pmMIA - SBA
1 stop10h 58mDelta
Deal found 11/25$372
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/37:19 pmSBA - MIA
1 stop19h 15mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/95:00 pmMIA - SBA
1 stop29h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/24$376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 12/38:25 amSBA - MIA
1 stop7h 01mDelta
Tue 12/98:10 amMIA - SBA
2 stops15h 24mDelta
Deal found 11/24$382
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/304:55 pmSBA - MIA
2 stops13h 33mDelta
Wed 1/146:45 amMIA - SBA
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Deal found 11/25$387
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/186:12 amSBA - MIA
1 stop6h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/215:00 amMIA - SBA
2 stops10h 35mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/23$391
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/304:55 pmSBA - MIA
2 stops14h 28mDelta
Tue 1/1310:29 amMIA - SBA
2 stops14h 26mDelta
Deal found 11/25$392

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Miami 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 November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Miami that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Miami

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/12

12:41 pm-12:38 am

1 stop8h 57m

Miami

Sun 2/15

6:00 am-11:51 am

1 stop8h 51m

$299

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/17

7:21 am-3:42 pm

1 stop29h 21m

Miami

Fri 3/20

5:55 pm-6:18 pm

1 stop27h 23m

$326

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/29

12:59 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 31m

Miami

Sun 2/1

6:05 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 50m

$327

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/12

8:45 am-8:44 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Miami

Thu 1/15

6:45 am-12:16 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$327

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/10

4:49 pm-5:32 am

1 stop9h 43m

Miami

Tue 3/31

6:49 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 06m

$327

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/30

6:51 pm-7:51 am

1 stop10h 00m

Miami

Sun 2/1

6:05 am-11:55 am

1 stop8h 50m

$327

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Sun 1/11

8:45 am-8:44 pm

1 stop8h 59m

Miami

Wed 1/14

1:21 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$327

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/29

1:06 pm-10:42 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Miami

Sun 2/1

5:15 am-11:46 am

2 stops9h 31m

$332

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/16

4:59 pm-6:24 am

1 stop10h 25m

$164

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/16

10:08 am-8:26 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$164

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Deals found on 11/24

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Barbara to Miami

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 Miami in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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-Miami flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Miami flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Miami flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Miami 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-Miami 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 Miami

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Miami (average of $123). Flying from Santa Barbara to Miami in June is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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 MIA?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Miami. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 26, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Miami in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Miami

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Miami. 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 Miami. Reviews last updated November 26, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Miami to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
9,046 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

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 Miami. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from Santa Barbara to Miami will take you 7h 31m. Santa Barbara and Miami are separated by a distance of 2420 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Miami round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $332, was found to be the cheapest airline from Santa Barbara to Miami.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and United Airlines. Users have found that American Airlines is 34% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Miami (average of $123). Flying from Santa Barbara to Miami in June is currently the most expensive (average of $175). 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 Miami

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Miami. 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$332Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$376Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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