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$136+ Cheap flights from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara (ABQ - 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 12/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ABQ — SBA
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albuquerque (ABQ) 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$332
(Delta)

One-way from

$136
(United Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$426
From Albuquerque to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/315:00 pmABQ - SBA
1 stop6h 50mDelta
sáb. 8/95:50 amSBA - ABQ
1 stop4h 16mDelta
Deal found 6/10$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/318:35 pmABQ - SBA
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
sáb. 8/95:25 amSBA - ABQ
2 stops8h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$357
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.
jue. 6/267:09 pmABQ - SBA
1 stop3h 55mAmerican Airlines
lun. 6/304:41 pmSBA - ABQ
1 stop6h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$362
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 7/117:05 amABQ - SBA
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
lun. 7/142:00 pmSBA - ABQ
2 stops7h 00mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$372
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/317:00 pmABQ - SBA
2 stops24h 40mAlaska Airlines
dom. 8/37:30 pmSBA - ABQ
1 stop27h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$434

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Albuquerque

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Santa Barbara

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Depart

Return

Price

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

jue. 7/31

5:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Santa Barbara

sáb. 8/9

5:50 am-11:06 am

1 stop4h 16m

$332

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

jue. 7/31

8:35 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop3h 50m

Santa Barbara

sáb. 8/9

5:25 am-2:30 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$357

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

jue. 6/26

7:09 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop3h 55m

Santa Barbara

lun. 6/30

4:41 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$362

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

vie. 7/11

7:05 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 45m

Santa Barbara

lun. 7/14

2:00 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$372

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

jue. 7/31

7:00 pm-6:40 pm

2 stops24h 40m

Santa Barbara

dom. 8/3

7:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop27h 29m

$434

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

lun. 8/4

7:10 pm-10:04 pm

1 stop3h 54m

$136

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

lun. 8/4

5:15 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops7h 10m

$141

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

mar. 7/8

5:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$149

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

sáb. 10/11

7:00 am-1:07 pm

1 stop7h 07m

$167

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

dom. 10/19

6:54 pm-6:41 pm

1 stop24h 47m

$197

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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.

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 junio 12, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

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  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $332 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $357 and $362 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 18% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara are United Airlines ($136), Southwest ($141), and Delta ($149).

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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 Albuquerque to Santa Barbara

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Albuquerque 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$401FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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