How long is the flight from Arcata to Santa Barbara?

For as low as $314, United Airlines can have you in Santa Barbara from Arcata in 4h. The distance between Arcata and Santa Barbara is about 508 mi.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Arcata to Santa Barbara round-trip?

Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Barbara, with prices starting at $163. You may be able to fly from Arcata to Santa Barbara for 64% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Arcata to Santa Barbara?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Arcata to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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.

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).

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Arcata to Santa Barbara?

Users have found that flying from Arcata to Santa Barbara on a Friday typically leans towards higher prices. However, this doesn’t mean you still can’t find a deal. Flexibility with other aspects of your flight can still land a great price for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Arcata to Santa Barbara?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 28 days in advance, which can save you up to 235% on flights from Arcata to Santa Barbara compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 28 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $303. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $464.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Arcata to Santa Barbara?

January can be a great time to fly to Santa Barbara from Arcata with a flight ticket averaging about $356. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of January for as cheap as $200. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of June.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Arcata to Santa Barbara?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Arcata 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.

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Average price	$384

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Tue 10/286:45 pmACV - SBA

1 stop3h 44mUnited Airlines

Sat 11/16:05 amSBA - ACV

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Deal found 9/13

$340

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Deal found 9/14

$429

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Sat 2/213:50 pmACV - SBA

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Wed 2/256:00 amSBA - ACV

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Deal found 9/12

$314

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Deal found 9/13

$340

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Fri 10/35:00 pmSBA - ACV

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Deal found 9/14

$429

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Mon 9/296:45 pmACV - SBA

1 stop5h 04mUnited Airlines

Fri 10/35:00 pmSBA - ACV

1 stop22h 17mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/14

$429

Tue 10/286:45 pmACV - SBA

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arcata to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Arcata 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ACV to SBA?

It’s optimal to fly from Arcata to Santa Barbara at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 29% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

Read reviews from past customers who have flown United Airlines from Arcata 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.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,931 reviews

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1 / 20

4.0

Okay

Simon,Jun 2024

LAS - LAX

Basic and no-frills. Late timing put pressure on disembarking and making connections.

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How long is the flight from Arcata to Santa Barbara?
For as low as $314, United Airlines can have you in Santa Barbara from Arcata in 4h. The distance between Arcata and Santa Barbara is about 508 mi.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Arcata to Santa Barbara round-trip?
Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Barbara, with prices starting at $163. You may be able to fly from Arcata to Santa Barbara for 64% less than the average price by searching for this airline.
Can I find deals for flights from Arcata to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Arcata to Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Arcata to Santa Barbara?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Arcata to Santa Barbara.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Arcata to Santa Barbara?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Arcata 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 Arcata to Santa Barbara?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arcata to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Arcata 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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United Airlines	Cheapest$163	Average$443	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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

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