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$164+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Pasadena, CA

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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — LAX
May 1 — May 81
Fri 5/1
Fri 5/8
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Pasadena

Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Pasadena
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Pasadena. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 1, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Mon 4/276:30 am
SBA
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Mon 5/410:45 pm
LAX
-
SBA
Nonstop0h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29$239
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 4/175:50 pm
SBA
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Wed 5/1310:45 pm
LAX
-
SBA
Nonstop0h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$254
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/112:30 pm
SBA
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Wed 4/1510:35 pm
LAX
-
SBA
Nonstop0h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/27$269
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/95:50 pm
SBA
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Sat 4/1811:37 pm
LAX
-
SBA
Nonstop0h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/31$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/62:20 pm
SBA
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Sat 5/910:45 pm
LAX
-
SBA
Nonstop0h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/30$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Mon 4/275:20 am
SBA
-
LAX
1 stop3h 05m
Southwest
Mon 5/42:20 pm
LAX
-
SBA
1 stop8h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29$347
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Mon 3/306:30 am
SBA
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Sun 4/511:37 pm
LAX
-
SBA
Nonstop0h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29$349
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/67:07 pm
SBA
-
LAX
1 stop22h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/97:45 am
LAX
-
SBA
1 stop10h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/30$353
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Thu 4/95:50 pm
SBA
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 03m
United Airlines
Sun 4/1212:40 pm
LAX
-
SBA
Nonstop0h 59m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29$354
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/125:30 am
SBA
-
LAX
2 stops7h 30m
Southwest
Tue 5/194:10 pm
LAX
-
SBA
2 stops6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/28$357

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Pasadena

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Santa Barbara to Pasadena flight deals. Data was last updated April 1, 2026.

Round-trip from

$239
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$164
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$206
From Santa Barbara to Pasadena
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Pasadena 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 April 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Pasadena that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/2

2:20 pm-3:23 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 5/18

10:45 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

$239

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/11

2:30 pm-3:33 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 4/15

10:35 pm-11:34 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

$269

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

2:20 pm-3:23 pm

Nonstop1h 03m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

12:40 pm-1:39 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

$309

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/27

12:35 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Mon 5/4

3:40 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops7h 45m

$352

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

7:07 pm-3:48 pm

1 stop20h 41m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 5/9

7:45 am-6:19 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$353

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/12

5:30 am-1:00 pm

2 stops7h 30m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 5/19

4:10 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops6h 40m

$357

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Fri 4/17

6:00 am-9:52 am

1 stop3h 52m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sun 4/19

12:40 pm-1:39 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

$359

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Sat 6/20

5:05 am-12:05 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Sat 6/20

5:30 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$362

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/29

2:16 pm-5:51 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Wed 5/6

12:40 pm-1:39 pm

Nonstop0h 59m

$363
Cheapest one-way

Santa BarbaraLos Angeles

SBA - LAX

SBALAX

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/13

5:30 am-10:00 am

1 stop4h 30m

$174

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Pasadena

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Pasadena from Santa Barbara with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Pasadena

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Pasadena (average of $179). Flying from Santa Barbara to Pasadena in August is currently the most expensive (average of $255). 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 P4S?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Pasadena. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 1, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Santa Barbara to Pasadena in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 22% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Barbara to Pasadena?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Barbara to Pasadena. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Barbara to Pasadena flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Pasadena

Explore weekly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Pasadena. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated April 1, 2026.

The most flights from SBA to P4S are scheduled on a Tuesday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

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

Reviews of airlines servicing Pasadena

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pasadena. 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 Pasadena. Reviews last updated April 1, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines from Santa Barbara to Pasadena 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,529 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,529 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,529 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Comfort

7.3

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

Related info for your journey

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

    Santa Barbara (SBA), located 8.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Santa Barbara to Pasadena. 1 airline have flights from Santa Barbara to Pasadena on a regular basis. Booking flights from Santa Barbara to Pasadena should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 8 outbound flights to Pasadena per day.

  • How popular is this Santa Barbara to Pasadena flight route?

    Flights from Santa Barbara to Pasadena have been viewed 4 times in the past calendar month.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Barbara to Pasadena in 1h 03m. Fly via United Airlines, Southwest, or Alaska Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Santa Barbara to Pasadena is about 88 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Barbara to Pasadena?

    Consider Lufthansa (100%), Copa Airlines (99%) or SkyWest Airlines (99%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Santa Barbara to Pasadena.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Pasadena?

    On average you can expect to pay $369 for a flight from Santa Barbara to Pasadena. The cheapest flight overall is $149 while the most popular route, (Santa Barbara - Los Angeles Los Angeles) is currently priced at $239.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Pasadena (average of $179). Flying from Santa Barbara to Pasadena in August is currently the most expensive (average of $255). 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 airline flying from Santa Barbara to Pasadena

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Pasadena. 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 April 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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