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$189+ Cheap flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond (SBA - RIC)

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — RIC
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Barbara to Richmond

Best flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Santa Barbara to Richmond that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sat 1/178:45 amSBA - RIC
1 stop9h 20mDelta
Tue 1/2012:47 pmRIC - SBA
2 stops12h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/14$312
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Sat 1/1710:02 amSBA - RIC
2 stops9h 59mAmerican Airlines
Tue 1/207:02 amRIC - SBA
2 stops11h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/14$320
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 1/175:00 amSBA - RIC
3 stops13h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/206:00 amRIC - SBA
2 stops10h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/13$422
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/12. 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 2/181:12 pmSBA - RIC
1 stop6h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 2/218:10 amRIC - SBA
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/12$442

Find flight deals from Santa Barbara to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Richmond (RIC). 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 December 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$312
(Delta)

One-way from

$189
(American Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$756
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($177 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond 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 December 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond that are best for you.

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Price

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

8:45 am-9:05 pm

1 stop9h 20m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 1/20

12:47 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops12h 08m

$312

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

10:02 am-11:01 pm

2 stops9h 59m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 1/20

7:02 am-3:46 pm

2 stops11h 44m

$320

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

5:00 am-9:42 pm

3 stops13h 42m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 1/20

6:00 am-1:50 pm

2 stops10h 50m

$422

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/18

1:12 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/21

8:10 am-1:18 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$442

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/6

8:45 am-8:55 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$189

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

12:41 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$189

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/7

8:45 am-8:55 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$189

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

4:59 pm-11:05 am

2 stops15h 06m

$194

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/8

8:45 am-8:55 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$197

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/2

6:20 am-6:45 pm

1 stop9h 25m

$224

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Deals found on 12/13

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Compare providers for flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Barbara to Richmond in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Barbara-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Barbara-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Barbara-Richmond flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Santa Barbara-Richmond flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Richmond

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Richmond from Santa Barbara with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Richmond (average of $93). Flying from Santa Barbara to Richmond in December is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Barbara to Richmond. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 39% on flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Richmond

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Richmond. 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 Richmond. Reviews last updated December 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and American Airlines from Santa Barbara to Richmond. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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
11,052 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

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 Richmond. 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 Richmond?

    For as low as $312, Delta can have you in Richmond from Santa Barbara in 9h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 2366 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 Richmond round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond round-trip from $299. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is American Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 48% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Richmond (average of $93). Flying from Santa Barbara to Richmond in December is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 2 airlines flying from Santa Barbara to Richmond

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond. 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 December 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$299Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$359Average$626FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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