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$191+ 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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — RDU
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$294
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$191
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$426
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 July 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/297:04 pmSBA - RDU
2 stops13h 03mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/27:14 amRDU - SBA
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$294
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 7/296:00 amSBA - RDU
3 stops12h 55mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/25:01 pmRDU - SBA
2 stops9h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/1$588

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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 July 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Raleigh that are best for you.

Fly from

Santa Barbara

Fly to

Raleigh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/29

7:04 pm-11:07 am

2 stops13h 03m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/2

7:14 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 06m

$294

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Tue 7/29

6:00 am-9:55 pm

3 stops12h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 8/2

5:01 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops9h 39m

$588

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/9

12:14 pm-12:38 am

1 stop9h 24m

$191

Santa BarbaraRaleigh

SBA - RDU

SBARDU

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

6:40 pm-4:19 pm

3 stops18h 39m

$251

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Deals found on 7/2

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Raleigh

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Barbara to Raleigh

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 $294). 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 July 3, 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 July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews

Boarding

7.7

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Overall

7.4

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kathy,Jun 2024

RDD - SFO

United has consistently been good. Every now and then there is a crew member that should probably retire, but most of them are excellent.

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.

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

    Currently priced at $294, American Airlines will fly you from Santa Barbara to Raleigh and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on United Airlines for as low as $588. These flights start at 43% 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 $294). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$342Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$369Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$381Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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