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$146+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Columbus (CMH)

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 10/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — CMH
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Columbus (CMH). 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$229
(Southwest)

One-way from

$146
(United Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$484
From Santa Barbara to Columbus
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Columbus. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/215:30 amSBA - CMH
2 stops10h 20mSouthwest
Tue 10/284:20 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop8h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$229
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 10/217:40 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop19h 06mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/286:24 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop27h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/11$254
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 12/2412:25 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop8h 51mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/18:04 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$258
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Tue 9/301:17 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 27mAmerican Airlines
Fri 10/37:40 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$266
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/306:00 amSBA - CMH
2 stops9h 16mUnited Airlines
Fri 10/35:00 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops9h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/10$312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/1012:30 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/135:30 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$345
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/1012:30 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop8h 35mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/127:00 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$372

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus Airport that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Columbus

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/21

5:30 am-6:50 pm

2 stops10h 20m

Columbus

Tue 10/28

4:20 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$229

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/24

12:25 pm-12:16 am

1 stop8h 51m

Columbus

Thu 1/1

8:04 am-12:35 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$258

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/30

1:17 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Columbus

Fri 10/3

7:40 am-12:24 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$266

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/30

6:00 am-6:16 pm

2 stops9h 16m

Columbus

Fri 10/3

5:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops9h 59m

$312

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Fri 10/10

12:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 35m

Columbus

Mon 10/13

5:30 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$345

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Thu 12/25

12:59 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Columbus

Fri 1/2

7:55 am-12:08 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$372

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Fri 10/10

12:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 35m

Columbus

Sun 10/12

7:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop7h 40m

$372

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/21

5:00 pm-10:26 am

2 stops14h 26m

Columbus

Tue 10/28

10:26 am-11:44 pm

3 stops16h 18m

$406

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/18

1:10 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$146

Santa BarbaraColumbus

SBA - CMH

SBACMH

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/17

5:30 am-6:56 pm

2 stops10h 26m

$372

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Santa Barbara to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Columbus

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Columbus. 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 Columbus. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus Airport, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    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 Columbus. 3 airlines have flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Columbus per day.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Barbara to Columbus Airport?

    Southwest and American Airlines can get you from Santa Barbara to Columbus Airport in just under 8h 51m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 29m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2053 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($296), Delta ($302), and Southwest ($367) offers the cheapest pricing from Santa Barbara to Columbus Airport. American Airlines is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Barbara to Columbus 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 Columbus Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Columbus Airport (average of $254). Flying from Santa Barbara to Columbus Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 Columbus

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Columbus. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$296FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$302Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$367Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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