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$147+ 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 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ABQ — SBA
Mar 19 — Mar 261
Wed 3/19
Wed 3/26
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 March 14, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$293
(Delta)

One-way from

$147
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$531
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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 March 14, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Thu 4/36:19 pmABQ - SBA
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Mon 4/75:45 amSBA - ABQ
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 3/12$293
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Thu 4/36:00 amABQ - SBA
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Mon 4/73:45 pmSBA - ABQ
2 stops6h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 3/12$298
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/36:00 amABQ - SBA
1 stop4h 12mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/67:08 pmSBA - ABQ
1 stop3h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/12$340
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/811:05 amABQ - SBA
2 stops13h 54mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/103:56 pmSBA - ABQ
1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/13$433
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Tue 4/88:00 amABQ - SBA
2 stops26h 10mAlaska Airlines
Thu 4/109:50 amSBA - ABQ
2 stops11h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/13$539

Find flights from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Albuquerque 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 March 14, 2025.

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Albuquerque

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Santa Barbara

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Depart

Return

Price

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Thu 4/3

6:19 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop4h 44m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/7

5:45 am-11:33 am

1 stop4h 48m

$293

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Thu 4/3

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/7

3:45 pm-11:40 pm

2 stops6h 55m

$298

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Thu 4/3

6:00 am-9:12 am

1 stop4h 12m

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/6

7:08 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop3h 46m

$340

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Tue 4/8

11:05 am-11:59 pm

2 stops13h 54m

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/10

3:56 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 04m

$433

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Tue 4/8

8:00 am-9:10 am

2 stops26h 10m

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/10

9:50 am-9:50 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$539

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Mon 4/21

5:30 am-12:12 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$147

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Mon 4/7

3:30 pm-9:15 pm

2 stops6h 45m

$152

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Sun 4/6

6:00 am-9:23 am

1 stop4h 23m

$194

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Sat 4/26

8:00 am-4:54 pm

2 stops9h 54m

$216

AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara

ABQ - SBA

ABQSBA

Albuquerque

Mon 4/21

1:36 pm-1:37 pm

2 stops25h 01m

$284

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Albuquerque-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Albuquerque-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albuquerque-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albuquerque-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 Albuquerque-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 Albuquerque to Santa Barbara

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Travel insights for flights from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 $506). 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 March 14, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,735 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
7,944 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,623 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

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 Albuquerque 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 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 $293 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $298 and $340 round-trip. Users have found that Delta is 26% 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 Delta ($147), Southwest ($152), and American Airlines ($194).

  • 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?

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

  • 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 $506). 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 March 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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