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$135+ 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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Barbara to New York are usually found in January or April, booked 70 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

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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 julio 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$269
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$135
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$476
From Santa Barbara to New York (NYC)
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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 julio 29, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
sáb. 9/66:05 amSBA - EWR
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/137:00 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$267
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
sáb. 9/61:01 pmSBA - LGA
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/163:25 pmLGA - SBA
1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
sáb. 9/66:52 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
mar. 9/97:00 amEWR - SBA
1 stop9h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
sáb. 9/66:05 amSBA - LGA
2 stops10h 55mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/136:24 amLGA - SBA
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$272
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
lun. 8/254:39 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop9h 51mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 8/3012:59 pmJFK - SBA
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$283
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
vie. 9/55:50 amSBA - EWR
1 stop8h 50mDelta
sáb. 9/131:15 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop9h 48mDelta
Deal found 7/29$287
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
sáb. 9/68:13 amSBA - LGA
1 stop8h 07mDelta
sáb. 9/133:00 pmLGA - SBA
1 stop8h 03mDelta
Deal found 7/29$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
sáb. 9/612:40 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop8h 47mDelta
sáb. 9/1311:25 amJFK - SBA
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Deal found 7/28$297
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
sáb. 11/87:44 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop9h 09mAlaska Airlines
mié. 11/1211:30 amJFK - SBA
1 stop10h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$298
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
mié. 9/35:40 amSBA - LGA
2 stops12h 20mSouthwest
dom. 9/76:05 amLGA - SBA
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$318
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
jue. 10/307:44 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop16h 41mAlaska Airlines
lun. 11/37:29 pmEWR - SBA
2 stops27h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$381

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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 julio 29, 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

Fly to

New York

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/6

1:01 pm-11:24 pm

1 stop7h 23m

New York LaGuardia

mar. 9/16

3:25 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$269

Santa BarbaraNewark

SBA - EWR

SBAEWR

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/6

6:52 pm-5:39 am

1 stop7h 47m

Newark

mar. 9/9

7:00 am-1:51 pm

1 stop9h 51m

$269

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/6

6:05 am-8:00 pm

2 stops10h 55m

New York LaGuardia

sáb. 9/13

6:24 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 07m

$272

Santa BarbaraNewark

SBA - EWR

SBAEWR

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/6

6:05 am-6:30 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Newark

sáb. 9/13

6:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 31m

$274

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

lun. 8/25

4:39 pm-5:30 am

1 stop9h 51m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 8/30

12:59 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$283

Santa BarbaraNewark

SBA - EWR

SBAEWR

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/6

8:13 am-11:30 pm

2 stops12h 17m

Newark

mar. 9/9

9:50 am-8:08 pm

2 stops13h 18m

$287

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/6

8:13 am-7:20 pm

1 stop8h 07m

New York LaGuardia

sáb. 9/13

3:00 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$297

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - JFK

SBAJFK

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/6

12:40 pm-12:27 am

1 stop8h 47m

New York John F Kennedy Intl

sáb. 9/13

11:25 am-4:05 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$297

Santa BarbaraNew York

SBA - LGA

SBALGA

Santa Barbara

mié. 9/3

5:40 am-9:00 pm

2 stops12h 20m

New York LaGuardia

dom. 9/7

6:05 am-11:45 am

1 stop8h 40m

$318

Santa BarbaraNewark

SBA - EWR

SBAEWR

Santa Barbara

lun. 8/18

7:30 pm-5:59 am

1 stop31h 29m

Newark

mar. 8/26

5:48 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop29h 01m

$395

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York

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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 July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Santa Barbara to New York is 70 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York (average of $236). Flying from Santa Barbara to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 julio 29, 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 in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 16% 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 julio 29, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

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

    Currently priced at $269, United Airlines will fly you from Santa Barbara to New York and back. In addition to United Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from American Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $272 and $287, respectively. These flights start at 42% 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 American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $135. Delta flights start at $139 while deals on United Airlines start at $149 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 - Newark or Santa Barbara - New York LaGuardia.

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to New York (average of $236). Flying from Santa Barbara to New York in June is currently the most expensive (average of $313). 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 julio 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$202Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$268Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$292Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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