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$302+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY to Santa Barbara (ALB - 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — SBA
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$302
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$616
From Albany Intl to Santa Barbara
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/54:15 pmALB - SBA
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Fri 11/145:25 amSBA - ALB
1 stop10h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Wed 11/56:00 amALB - SBA
2 stops20h 44mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/146:50 pmSBA - ALB
3 stops16h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/11$511
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/246:01 amALB - SBA
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/2812:22 pmSBA - ALB
1 stop8h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$547
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/246:00 amALB - SBA
2 stops10h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/288:40 pmSBA - ALB
2 stops11h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/9$557
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 12/215:50 amALB - SBA
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/286:54 pmSBA - ALB
2 stops13h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/9$602
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Sun 12/217:20 pmALB - SBA
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Sun 12/2810:30 amSBA - ALB
1 stop10h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$617
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 9/256:01 amALB - SBA
1 stop8h 30mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/2912:22 pmSBA - ALB
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$637
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 11/227:41 amALB - SBA
2 stops13h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/306:49 pmSBA - ALB
2 stops13h 02mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$687

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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

Tue 3/3

12:55 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop10h 32m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/4

8:25 am-10:48 pm

2 stops11h 23m

$302

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Wed 11/5

4:15 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Santa Barbara

Fri 11/14

5:25 am-6:55 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$367

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Tue 3/3

6:15 am-2:17 pm

2 stops11h 02m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-9:02 pm

2 stops12h 02m

$407

AlbanySanta Barbara

ALB - SBA

ALBSBA

Albany Intl

Tue 3/3

5:43 am-11:43 am

1 stop9h 00m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/4

12:41 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$432

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Deals found on 9/9

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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 September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, 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
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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 Delta and Southwest fly from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara in about 7h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 42m. 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 $351. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $356, and Southwest, from $414. Delta is currently priced 44% 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Albany, New York to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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 Albany to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 3 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$351Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$356Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$414Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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