$183+ 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ABQ — SBA
Sep 9 — Sep 161
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Albuquerque to Santa BarbaraExplore 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 August 10, 2026.
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 August 10, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sat 9/52:55 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Sat 9/125:30 am -
1 stop4h 05m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$345
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 10/85:35 am -
1 stop10h 10m
Mon 10/1211:10 am -
1 stop10h 35m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$376
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Tue 11/249:10 pm -
1 stop3h 55m
Tue 12/112:00 pm -
1 stop3h 30m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$412
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Mon 9/76:15 am -
1 stop6h 30m
Mon 9/146:10 am -
1 stop3h 56m
Deal found 8/8![American Airlines logo]()
$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Mon 9/74:40 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Mon 9/1412:30 pm -
2 stops7h 40m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$422
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sat 8/294:25 pm -
1 stop4h 45m
Mon 8/3110:10 am -
1 stop6h 25m
Deal found 8/9![Southwest logo]()
$467
Best flights from Albuquerque to Santa BarbaraDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 10, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 10, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sat 9/52:55 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Sat 9/125:30 am -
1 stop4h 05m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$345
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 12/87:00 am -
1 stop6h 55m
Thu 12/101:10 pm -
1 stop7h 35m
Deal found 8/7![United Airlines logo]()
$485
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 12/96:30 am -
1 stop5h 55m
Mon 12/142:20 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Wed 9/304:35 pm -
2 stops5h 50m
Tue 10/65:35 am -
1 stop6h 00m
Deal found 8/9![Southwest logo]()
$422
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Tue 9/2211:10 am -
2 stops6h 55m
Sat 9/262:40 pm -
1 stop4h 30m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$422
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 1/711:10 am -
2 stops6h 45m
Sun 1/102:15 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$422
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 10/86:35 pm -
2 stops6h 30m
Mon 10/123:25 pm -
2 stops6h 20m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$424
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Tue 11/2411:30 am -
2 stops7h 35m
Tue 12/16:00 am -
2 stops6h 15m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$427
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sat 8/2910:55 am -
1 stop4h 05m
Mon 8/315:30 am -
2 stops7h 25m
Deal found 8/9![Southwest logo]()
$472
Last-minute flights from Albuquerque to Santa BarbaraDiscover last-minute flight deals from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara. Data last updated August 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara. Data last updated August 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Fri 8/216:10 am -
1 stop5h 40m
Sun 8/235:35 am -
1 stop3h 30m
Deal found 8/5![Southwest logo]()
$497
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Sat 8/294:25 pm -
1 stop4h 45m
Mon 8/3110:10 am -
1 stop6h 25m
Deal found 8/9![Southwest logo]()
$467
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sat 9/52:55 pm -
1 stop7h 20m
Sat 9/125:30 am -
1 stop4h 05m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$345
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Mon 9/76:15 am -
1 stop6h 30m
Mon 9/146:10 am -
1 stop3h 56m
Deal found 8/8![American Airlines logo]()
$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Mon 9/74:40 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Mon 9/1412:30 pm -
2 stops7h 40m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$422
One-way flights from Albuquerque to Santa BarbaraSearch for one-way flight options from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 10, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Wed 9/166:10 pm -
1 stop4h 58m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$183
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Tue 9/82:40 pm -
2 stops7h 45m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$188
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Fri 9/254:40 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 8/5![Southwest logo]()
$196
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/205:30 pm -
2 stops6h 50m
Deal found 8/5![Southwest logo]()
$214
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 8/234:15 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/165:30 am -
2 stops15h 41m
Deal found 8/7![United Airlines logo]()
$285
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Wed 9/163:20 pm -
2 stops24h 27m
Deal found 8/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$313
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sun 8/237:00 am -
3 stops14h 11m
Deal found 8/7![United Airlines logo]()
$519
Find 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 August 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $345 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $183 (Delta) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $239 |
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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 August 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara that are best for you.
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AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara
ABQ Albuquerque - SBA Santa Barbara
ABQSBA
Albuquerque
Sat 9/5
2:55 pm-9:15 pm
1 stop7h 20m
Santa Barbara
Sat 9/12
5:30 am-10:35 am
1 stop4h 05m
$345
AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara
ABQ Albuquerque - SBA Santa Barbara
ABQSBA
Albuquerque
Wed 12/9
6:30 am-11:25 am
1 stop5h 55m
Santa Barbara
Mon 12/14
2:20 pm-9:30 pm
1 stop6h 10m
$417
AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara
ABQ Albuquerque - SBA Santa Barbara
ABQSBA
Albuquerque
Wed 9/30
4:35 pm-9:25 pm
2 stops5h 50m
Santa Barbara
Tue 10/6
5:35 am-12:35 pm
1 stop6h 00m
$422
AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara
ABQ Albuquerque - SBA Santa Barbara
ABQSBA
Albuquerque
Tue 9/22
11:10 am-5:05 pm
2 stops6h 55m
Santa Barbara
Sat 9/26
2:40 pm-8:10 pm
1 stop4h 30m
$422
AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara
ABQ Albuquerque - SBA Santa Barbara
ABQSBA
Albuquerque
Thu 1/7
11:10 am-4:55 pm
2 stops6h 45m
Santa Barbara
Sun 1/10
2:15 pm-9:55 pm
1 stop6h 40m
$422
AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara
ABQ Albuquerque - SBA Santa Barbara
ABQSBA
Albuquerque
Thu 10/8
6:35 pm-12:05 am
2 stops6h 30m
Santa Barbara
Mon 10/12
3:25 pm-10:45 pm
2 stops6h 20m
$424
AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara
ABQ Albuquerque - SBA Santa Barbara
ABQSBA
Albuquerque
Tue 11/24
11:30 am-6:05 pm
2 stops7h 35m
Santa Barbara
Tue 12/1
6:00 am-1:15 pm
2 stops6h 15m
$427
AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara
ABQ Albuquerque - SBA Santa Barbara
ABQSBA
Albuquerque
Sat 8/29
10:55 am-2:00 pm
1 stop4h 05m
Santa Barbara
Mon 8/31
5:30 am-1:55 pm
2 stops7h 25m
$472
AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara
ABQ Albuquerque - SBA Santa Barbara
ABQSBA
Albuquerque
Tue 12/8
7:00 am-12:55 pm
1 stop6h 55m
Santa Barbara
Thu 12/10
1:10 pm-9:45 pm
1 stop7h 35m
$485
Cheapest one-way
AlbuquerqueSanta Barbara
ABQ Albuquerque - SBA Santa Barbara
ABQSBA
Albuquerque
Sat 9/26
6:10 pm-10:08 pm
1 stop4h 58m
$183
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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 August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- 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.
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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 August 10, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Albuquerque to Santa Barbara, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
7.5
Crew
7.9
Entertainment
6.8
Food
6.4
Comfort
7.2
Overall
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Mar 2026
MIA - SFO
Boarding
7.5
Crew
7.9
Entertainment
6.8
Food
6.4
Comfort
7.2
Overall
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Mar 2026
MIA - SFO
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$268 | Average$360 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |