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$158+ 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 10/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SBA — RIC
Jun 18 — Jun 251
Wed 6/18
Wed 6/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 June 13, 2025.

Round-trip from

$447
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$158
(United Airlines)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$576
From Santa Barbara to Richmond Byrd Intl
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Cheapest flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Barbara to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 13, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/2612:11 pmSBA - RIC
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Mon 6/305:03 amRIC - SBA
2 stops10h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$447
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/3011:00 amSBA - RIC
2 stops9h 35mSouthwest
Sun 8/34:05 pmRIC - SBA
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$448
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/308:15 amSBA - RIC
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Sun 8/312:49 pmRIC - SBA
1 stop10h 34mDelta
Deal found 6/12$458
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 7/3012:52 pmSBA - RIC
1 stop7h 23mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/36:25 amRIC - SBA
2 stops12h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/12$460

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Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Thu 6/26

12:11 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 6/30

5:03 am-12:29 pm

2 stops10h 26m

$447

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/30

11:00 am-11:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 8/3

4:05 pm-12:05 am

2 stops11h 00m

$448

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/30

8:15 am-6:44 pm

1 stop7h 29m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 8/3

12:49 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$458

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/30

12:52 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 8/3

6:25 am-4:12 pm

2 stops12h 47m

$460

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/4

1:10 pm-11:21 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$158

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/4

8:20 am-11:16 pm

2 stops11h 56m

$163

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/23

12:10 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$195

Santa BarbaraRichmond

SBA - RIC

SBARIC

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/1

4:25 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops16h 35m

$224

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/10

Best time to book a flight from Santa Barbara to Richmond

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Santa Barbara to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 June 13, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 6% on flights from Santa Barbara to Richmond by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Richmond by month

Plan your trip to Richmond by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Richmond ranges from 2.8 - 4.7 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Richmond when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Richmond by month

Plan your trip to Richmond by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Richmond, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).

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 June 13, 2025.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

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.

  • 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 $447. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $448, and Delta, from $458. Users have found that American Airlines is 19% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Barbara to Richmond one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Santa Barbara to Richmond are United Airlines ($158), Delta ($163), and American Airlines ($195).

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Barbara to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Santa Barbara to Richmond in March is currently the most expensive (average of $351). 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 June 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$299Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$376Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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