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$144+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to New York, NY (NYC)

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — NYC
Jan 16 — Jan 231
Fri 1/16
Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to New York
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to New York. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

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.
Thu 12/251:01 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/56:10 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$367
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2512:59 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Mon 1/56:10 amJFK - SBA
1 stop9h 06mDelta
Deal found 12/15$433
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/305:00 amSBA - EWR
1 stop9h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/74:15 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop10h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$437
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/241:01 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop7h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/314:00 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$442
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/255:45 amSBA - EWR
1 stop8h 44mDelta
Mon 1/59:39 amEWR - SBA
2 stops14h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/15$482
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/245:45 amSBA - JFK
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Wed 12/314:10 pmJFK - SBA
1 stop9h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/17$482
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Thu 12/2512:59 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Sun 12/284:10 pmJFK - SBA
1 stop9h 35mDelta
Deal found 12/17$497
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1810:16 amSBA - JFK
1 stop9h 09mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 1/207:00 amJFK - SBA
1 stop9h 53mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 12/16$498
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2512:59 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Tue 12/3011:55 amJFK - SBA
2 stops13h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/15$508
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/305:00 amSBA - EWR
1 stop9h 30mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/311:55 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop10h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/16$512
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 - EWR
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Wed 1/79:39 amEWR - SBA
2 stops14h 17mDelta
Deal found 12/16$518
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/181:20 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/2010:20 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$525

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to New York

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to New York (NYC). 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 December 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$144
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$576
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to New York 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 December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to New York that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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New York

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Return

Price

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/14

12:59 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 28m

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/21

3:29 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$289

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/14

10:02 am-8:10 pm

1 stop7h 08m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 1/21

8:25 am-3:46 pm

1 stop10h 21m

$289

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/10

12:26 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 33m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/17

12:30 pm-6:12 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$289

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/31

6:00 am-5:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 2/7

12:30 pm-6:12 pm

1 stop8h 42m

$291

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/13

12:26 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 33m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 1/18

3:30 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop9h 43m

$293

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/10

8:45 am-9:42 pm

1 stop9h 57m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 1/17

3:00 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop8h 56m

$297

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/13

6:20 am-6:44 pm

2 stops9h 24m

New York LaGuardia

Sun 1/18

7:15 am-1:15 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$298

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/18

6:12 am-6:59 pm

2 stops9h 47m

New York LaGuardia

Sat 2/21

7:04 am-3:53 pm

2 stops11h 49m

$299

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/10

5:40 am-8:13 pm

2 stops11h 33m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 1/17

6:10 am-12:16 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$302

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/29

2:45 pm-3:23 pm

1 stop21h 38m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/3

7:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop9h 53m

$318

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Barbara to New York

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 New York in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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-New York flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-New York flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-New York flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-New York 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-New York 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 New York

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to New York 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 New York

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Barbara to New York. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santa Barbara to New York is 58 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York (average of $107). Flying from Santa Barbara to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 NYC?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to New York. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 17, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Barbara to New York is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 15% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing New York

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to New York. 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 New York. Reviews last updated December 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to New York by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,049 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Lucy,Nov 2023

ATL - JFK

On time flights; courteous staff; efficient boarding system! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly from Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York. On average, Santa Barbara has 0 outbound flights to New York per day from 3 airlines. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to New York?

    United Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta can get you from Santa Barbara to New York in just under 7h 08m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 49m. There are 2529 mi between Santa Barbara and New York. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $148, Delta will fly you from Santa Barbara to New York and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and United Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $288 and $288, respectively. These flights start at 68% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to New York one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Southwest, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $84. American Airlines flights start at $134 while deals on United Airlines start at $134 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from Santa Barbara to New York is Santa Barbara - New York John F Kennedy Intl. You may also consider Santa Barbara - New York LaGuardia or Santa Barbara - Newark.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to New York 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 New York?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York (average of $107). Flying from Santa Barbara to New York in December is currently the most expensive (average of $164). 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 New York

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to New York. 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$276Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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