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$142+ 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 10/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — MIA
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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 August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$310
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$142
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$566
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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 August 14, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Wed 11/512:29 pmSBA - MIA
1 stop9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/96:00 amMIA - SBA
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$310
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 9/136:00 amSBA - MIA
2 stops13h 33mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/223:35 pmMIA - SBA
1 stop8h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$330
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sat 9/1312:22 pmSBA - MIA
1 stop7h 48mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/225:18 amMIA - SBA
1 stop9h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/55:50 amSBA - MIA
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
Sun 11/96:55 amMIA - SBA
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/294:10 pmSBA - MIA
2 stops14h 10mSouthwest
Sun 12/77:10 amMIA - SBA
2 stops13h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$463
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Sun 11/236:49 pmSBA - MIA
1 stop8h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/16:00 amMIA - SBA
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$482
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Sun 12/216:30 pmSBA - MIA
2 stops14h 40mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/258:42 amMIA - SBA
1 stop11h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/12$537
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/205:35 amSBA - MIA
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Thu 12/2512:40 pmMIA - SBA
2 stops11h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$547
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 8/286:20 amSBA - MIA
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/27:46 amMIA - SBA
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$562

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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 August 14, 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

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Miami

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/5

12:29 pm-12:42 am

1 stop9h 13m

Miami

Sun 11/9

6:00 am-11:38 am

1 stop8h 38m

$310

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/13

6:00 am-10:33 pm

2 stops13h 33m

Miami

Mon 9/22

3:35 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$330

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/13

12:22 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Miami

Mon 9/22

5:18 am-11:31 am

1 stop9h 13m

$339

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Wed 11/5

5:50 am-7:50 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Miami

Sun 11/9

6:55 am-3:00 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$359

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/29

4:10 pm-9:20 am

2 stops14h 10m

Miami

Sun 12/7

7:10 am-6:05 pm

2 stops13h 55m

$463

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/23

6:49 pm-5:01 am

1 stop7h 12m

Miami

Mon 12/1

5:30 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$482

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Sun 12/21

6:30 pm-12:10 pm

2 stops14h 40m

Miami

Thu 12/25

8:42 am-5:23 pm

1 stop11h 41m

$537

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/20

5:35 am-6:15 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Miami

Thu 12/25

12:40 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops11h 25m

$547

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/22

5:01 pm-6:21 am

1 stop10h 20m

$142

Santa BarbaraMiami

SBA - MIA

SBAMIA

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/22

12:22 pm-12:49 am

1 stop9h 27m

$142

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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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Miami (average of $232). Flying from Santa Barbara to Miami in March is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 August 14, 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 14% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 August 14, 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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

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.

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

    American Airlines, at $266, 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 46% 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Miami (average of $232). Flying from Santa Barbara to Miami in March is currently the most expensive (average of $289). 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$266Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$802FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$356Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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