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$59+ Cheap flights from Arizona to Santa Barbara (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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — SBA
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Arizona to Santa Barbara

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

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Wed 12/249:39 amTUS - SBA
1 stop4h 58mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/46:54 pmSBA - TUS
1 stop3h 08mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/11$321
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/256:45 amTUS - SBA
1 stop6h 20mDelta
Mon 12/295:45 amSBA - TUS
1 stop4h 57mDelta
Deal found 12/10$351
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/3010:55 pmLAS - SBA
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Thu 1/15:50 amSBA - LAS
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$369
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 12/256:04 amLAS - SBA
1 stop3h 38mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/296:12 amSBA - LAS
1 stop5h 32mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$409
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/2410:55 amTUS - SBA
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Sun 1/45:15 amSBA - TUS
2 stops6h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$413
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 12/245:45 pmPHX - SBA
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Sun 12/285:15 amSBA - PHX
1 stop3h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$414
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
Sat 12/207:30 amLAS - SBA
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/295:06 pmSBA - LAS
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/9$418
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Tue 12/306:50 amPHX - SBA
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Sat 1/34:10 pmSBA - PHX
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$421
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/315:37 pmPHX - SBA
1 stop6h 08mDelta
Sat 1/35:45 amSBA - PHX
1 stop4h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/10$441
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2610:43 amLAS - SBA
1 stop5h 42mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/308:33 pmSBA - LAS
1 stop4h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$449
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/277:05 amPHX - SBA
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Sat 1/35:35 amSBA - PHX
2 stops6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$451
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Sun 12/217:47 pmTUS - SBA
1 stop3h 40mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/256:12 amSBA - TUS
1 stop5h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/10$451

Find flight deals from Arizona to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Arizona to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated December 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$191
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$59
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$133

Good round-trip deal

$451 or less

Good one-way deal

$366 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Arizona 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 December 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Arizona to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Arizona

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Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Las VegasSanta Barbara

LAS - SBA

LASSBA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Mon 1/26

6:00 am-9:49 am

1 stop3h 49m

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/31

6:06 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$191

PhoenixSanta Barbara

PHX - SBA

PHXSBA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 1/24

7:00 am-7:47 pm

2 stops13h 47m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/27

7:20 am-4:12 pm

2 stops7h 52m

$233

Las VegasSanta Barbara

LAS - SBA

LASSBA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/13

6:24 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 06m

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/14

2:17 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$251

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Sat 1/17

5:55 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Santa Barbara

Sun 1/18

5:40 am-11:24 am

1 stop4h 44m

$255

Las VegasSanta Barbara

LAS - SBA

LASSBA

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/13

7:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop6h 53m

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/14

7:20 am-10:00 pm

2 stops14h 40m

$258

PhoenixSanta Barbara

PHX - SBA

PHXSBA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 1/13

7:00 am-7:47 pm

2 stops13h 47m

Santa Barbara

Wed 1/14

7:20 am-7:48 pm

2 stops11h 28m

$278

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Thu 1/15

8:00 am-12:16 pm

1 stop5h 16m

Santa Barbara

Sun 1/18

5:40 am-11:24 am

1 stop4h 44m

$290

PhoenixSanta Barbara

PHX - SBA

PHXSBA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 1/7

7:00 am-7:47 pm

2 stops13h 47m

Santa Barbara

Sun 1/11

2:45 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$318

TucsonSanta Barbara

TUS - SBA

TUSSBA

Tucson

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-1:47 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/28

2:38 pm-3:45 pm

1 stop24h 07m

$322

PhoenixSanta Barbara

PHX - SBA

PHXSBA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 2/3

3:17 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop23h 36m

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/5

7:20 am-11:59 pm

2 stops15h 39m

$323

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Best time to book a flight from Arizona to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arizona to Santa Barbara (average of $25). Flying from Arizona to Santa Barbara in August is currently the most expensive (average of $80). 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 AZ to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Arizona to Santa Barbara. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Arizona to Santa Barbara in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 10% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Arizona to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Arizona to Santa Barbara

Explore weekly flight availability from Arizona to Santa Barbara. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 12, 2025.

The most flights from USAZ to SBA are scheduled on a Thursday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Arizona 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from Arizona?

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from Arizona, you will be flying to Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara.

  • How long is the flight from Arizona to Santa Barbara?

    Airlines like United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Delta fly from Arizona to Santa Barbara in about 3h 49m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 58m. The distance from Arizona to Santa Barbara is about 288 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Arizona to Santa Barbara?

    The most popular flight routes from Arizona to Santa Barbara are Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Santa Barbara, Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl - Santa Barbara and Tucson - Santa Barbara.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Arizona to Santa Barbara?

    Consider Envoy Air (90%), SkyWest Airlines (83%) or American Airlines (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Arizona to Santa Barbara.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Arizona to Santa Barbara?

    While on average a flight from Arizona to Santa Barbara is generally $470, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $303. When looking at the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Santa Barbara), you can expect to pay $224 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Arizona to Santa Barbara (average of $25). Flying from Arizona to Santa Barbara in August is currently the most expensive (average of $80). 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 Arizona to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Arizona 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 December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$169Average$423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$199Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$282Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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