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$229+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY to Santa Barbara (ALB - SBA)

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 3/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — SBA
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albany to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from Albany to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/2512:40 pm
ALB
-
SBA
2 stops12h 10m
Southwest
Mon 4/67:50 pm
SBA
-
ALB
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$390
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/176:16 pm
ALB
-
SBA
2 stops20h 41m
American Airlines
Tue 2/246:19 am
SBA
-
ALB
2 stops11h 03m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/27$462
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Wed 5/611:56 am
ALB
-
SBA
2 stops14h 23m
American Airlines
Tue 5/124:11 pm
SBA
-
ALB
2 stops16h 14m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$483
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 3/2612:05 pm
ALB
-
SBA
2 stops14h 10m
Southwest
Mon 4/67:50 pm
SBA
-
ALB
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$490
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 5/68:00 am
ALB
-
SBA
1 stop8h 14m
United Airlines
Tue 5/121:10 pm
SBA
-
ALB
1 stop7h 20m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$493
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 3/256:00 am
ALB
-
SBA
2 stops14h 07m
United Airlines
Mon 4/612:15 pm
SBA
-
ALB
1 stop9h 18m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$538
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Fri 4/177:58 am
ALB
-
SBA
2 stops13h 32m
American Airlines
Mon 4/277:13 pm
SBA
-
ALB
2 stops13h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$542
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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.
Sun 2/81:40 pm
ALB
-
SBA
2 stops11h 33m
American Airlines
Thu 2/127:05 pm
SBA
-
ALB
2 stops13h 33m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/25$578
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/1710:10 am
ALB
-
SBA
2 stops30h 08m
United Airlines
Tue 2/245:00 am
SBA
-
ALB
3 stops15h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/27$623
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Fri 4/176:05 am
ALB
-
SBA
1 stop8h 10m
United Airlines
Mon 4/278:31 pm
SBA
-
ALB
2 stops10h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/26$681

Find flight deals from Albany to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) to Santa Barbara (SBA). 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 January 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$390
(Southwest)

One-way from

$229
(American Airlines)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$429
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to Santa Barbara 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 January 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

Albany

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Wed 3/25

12:40 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops12h 10m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/6

7:50 pm-7:55 am

2 stops9h 05m

$390

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Tue 2/17

6:16 pm-11:57 am

2 stops20h 41m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/24

6:19 am-8:22 pm

2 stops11h 03m

$462

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Wed 5/6

11:56 am-11:19 pm

2 stops14h 23m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/12

4:11 pm-11:25 am

2 stops16h 14m

$483

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Thu 3/26

12:05 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops14h 10m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/6

7:50 pm-7:55 am

2 stops9h 05m

$490

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-11:25 am

1 stop8h 25m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/12

1:10 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$493

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Fri 4/17

7:58 am-6:30 pm

2 stops13h 32m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/27

7:13 pm-11:25 am

2 stops13h 12m

$542

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Sun 2/8

1:40 pm-10:13 pm

2 stops11h 33m

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/12

7:05 pm-11:38 am

2 stops13h 33m

$578

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Tue 2/17

10:10 am-1:18 pm

2 stops30h 08m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/24

5:00 am-11:44 pm

3 stops15h 44m

$623

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Sat 3/14

12:39 pm-10:56 pm

2 stops13h 17m

$229

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Sat 3/14

2:41 pm-12:39 am

3 stops12h 58m

$533

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 1/25

Compare providers for flights from Albany to Santa Barbara

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 Albany to Santa Barbara in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Albany, New York-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Albany, New York-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albany, New York-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albany, New York-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Albany, New York-Santa Barbara 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 Albany to Santa Barbara

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara (average of $197). Flying from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara in February is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara?

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 January 27, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest and American Airlines from Albany to Santa Barbara. 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,197 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Albany to Santa Barbara. 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 Albany, New York to Santa Barbara?

    Airlines like Southwest, American Airlines, and United Airlines fly from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara in about 8h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 12h 16m. There are 2518 mi between Albany, New York and Santa Barbara. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara round-trip from $356. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Southwest. American Airlines is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany 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 Albany, New York to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara (average of $197). Flying from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara in February is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 Albany to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Albany 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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$356Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$377Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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