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$168+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Raleigh (SBA - RDU)

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 — RDU
ago. 25 — sep. 11
lun. 8/25
lun. 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Raleigh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Raleigh (RDU). 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 agosto 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$326
(Delta)

One-way from

$168
(United Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$477
From Santa Barbara to Raleigh-Durham
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Raleigh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Raleigh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 20, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
mar. 9/165:50 amSBA - RDU
1 stop8h 53mDelta
sáb. 9/271:52 pmRDU - SBA
1 stop9h 11mDelta
Deal found 8/19$326
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
mar. 9/166:05 amSBA - RDU
2 stops12h 30mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/278:00 amRDU - SBA
2 stops13h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$336
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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. 9/291:17 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop6h 19mAmerican Airlines
mié. 10/17:20 amRDU - SBA
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
jue. 10/97:00 pmSBA - RDU
2 stops10h 11mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/148:05 amRDU - SBA
2 stops10h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$368
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
mié. 9/35:30 amSBA - RDU
1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines
dom. 9/79:00 amRDU - SBA
1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$433
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
lun. 9/298:40 pmSBA - RDU
3 stops12h 04mUnited Airlines
mié. 10/13:09 pmRDU - SBA
2 stops11h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/19$441
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
mié. 8/2712:14 pmSBA - RDU
1 stop9h 24mAmerican Airlines
mié. 9/107:20 amRDU - SBA
1 stop8h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$525

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Raleigh 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 agosto 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Raleigh that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

Fly to

Raleigh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

mar. 9/16

5:50 am-5:43 pm

1 stop8h 53m

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 9/27

1:52 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop9h 11m

$326

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

lun. 9/29

4:55 pm-9:38 am

2 stops13h 43m

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 10/1

3:08 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$331

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

mar. 9/16

6:05 am-9:35 pm

2 stops12h 30m

Raleigh-Durham

sáb. 9/27

8:00 am-6:39 pm

2 stops13h 39m

$336

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

lun. 9/29

1:17 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 10/1

7:20 am-12:24 pm

1 stop8h 04m

$363

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

jue. 10/9

7:00 pm-8:11 am

2 stops10h 11m

Raleigh-Durham

mar. 10/14

8:05 am-3:34 pm

2 stops10h 29m

$368

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

mié. 9/3

5:30 am-3:26 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Raleigh-Durham

dom. 9/7

9:00 am-2:39 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$433

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

lun. 9/29

8:40 pm-11:44 am

3 stops12h 04m

Raleigh-Durham

mié. 10/1

3:09 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 50m

$441

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

lun. 10/20

8:40 pm-7:39 am

1 stop7h 59m

$168

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

sáb. 10/18

5:50 am-3:51 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$168

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

lun. 10/20

5:01 pm-10:48 am

2 stops14h 47m

$173

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Santa Barbara to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 RDU?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Raleigh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated agosto 20, 2025.

When flying from Santa Barbara to Raleigh, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Raleigh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Raleigh. 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 Raleigh. Reviews last updated agosto 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Raleigh 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
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
8,928 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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
7,982 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

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 Raleigh. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Departing from Santa Barbara to Raleigh will take you 8h 53m. The distance from Santa Barbara to Raleigh is about 2303 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 Raleigh round-trip?

    Currently priced at $342, Delta will fly you from Santa Barbara to Raleigh and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $369 and $381, respectively. These flights start at 33% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Raleigh (average of $206). Flying from Santa Barbara to Raleigh in March is currently the most expensive (average of $293). 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 Raleigh

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Raleigh. 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 agosto 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$342Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$369Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$381Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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