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$179+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Santa Barbara (SBA)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SBA
May 17 — May 241
Sat 5/17
Sat 5/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated May 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$249
From Irvine to Santa Barbara
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($26 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/193:20 pmLAX - SBA
Nonstop0h 52mUnited Airlines
Sun 6/226:30 amSBA - LAX
Nonstop1h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/11$179
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/11. 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.
Wed 6/2511:02 amLAX - SBA
1 stop6h 55mAlaska Airlines
Wed 7/27:30 pmSBA - LAX
1 stop19h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 5/11$406
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/12. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/2112:40 pmLAX - SBA
Nonstop0h 57mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/214:25 pmSBA - LAX
1 stop7h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12$692

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

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Irvine

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Thu 6/19

3:20 pm-4:12 pm

Nonstop0h 52m

Santa Barbara

Sun 6/22

6:30 am-7:38 am

Nonstop1h 08m

$179

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Wed 6/25

11:02 am-5:57 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/2

7:30 pm-2:54 pm

1 stop19h 24m

$406

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Mon 9/15

2:06 pm-7:49 pm

1 stop5h 43m

$180

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Tue 6/3

3:20 pm-4:12 pm

Nonstop0h 52m

$204

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Tue 6/3

9:35 am-5:37 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$219

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Deals found on 5/12

Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Santa Barbara

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santa Barbara from Irvine with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Irvine to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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 IR9 to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine to Santa Barbara. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Irvine to Santa Barbara as you normally would.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Irvine to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Irvine to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on June 30, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Irvine to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Santa Barbara

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine to Santa Barbara. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 12, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to SBA are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Barbara ranges from 0.0 - 3.5 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Santa Barbara when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Barbara by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, 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 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Santa Barbara. 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 Santa Barbara. Reviews last updated May 12, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,431 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,724 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine to Santa Barbara. 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 into for flights to Santa Barbara from Irvine?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Irvine to Santa Barbara. You should not have trouble finding flights to Santa Barbara from Irvine; the airport handles an average of 7 inbound flights from Irvine per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Santa Barbara airport from Irvine. It is only a 8.0 mi journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Santa Barbara’s city center.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Hawaiian Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $180. United Airlines flights start at $204 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $219 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Irvine to Santa Barbara?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to Santa Barbara are Air Canada (90%), Avianca (90%) and Air New Zealand (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Irvine to Santa Barbara?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $199. While the most popular route (Los Angeles - Santa Barbara) can be booked for $179 on average our data indicates $334 when flying from Irvine to Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Irvine to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $486). 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 airline flying from Irvine to Santa Barbara

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Irvine to Santa Barbara. 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 May 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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