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$176+ Cheap flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara (ATL - 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 1/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ATL — SBA
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Santa Barbara are usually found in May or February, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/105:10 pmATL - SBA
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Thu 1/86:00 amSBA - ATL
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 10/28$351
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/97:35 amATL - SBA
2 stops9h 45mSouthwest
Mon 1/1211:20 amSBA - ATL
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$356
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sat 11/229:00 amATL - SBA
1 stop27h 55mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/27:19 pmSBA - ATL
1 stop25h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$392
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/25:10 pmATL - SBA
1 stop6h 55mSouthwest
Sat 12/135:15 amSBA - ATL
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$413
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/36:23 pmATL - SBA
1 stop28h 25mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/77:19 pmSBA - ATL
1 stop19h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/30$425
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/16:25 pmATL - SBA
2 stops8h 50mSouthwest
Tue 12/165:50 amSBA - ATL
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$434
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/249:00 amATL - SBA
1 stop12h 51mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/307:39 pmSBA - ATL
1 stop9h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$440
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 12/29:00 amATL - SBA
1 stop12h 25mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/137:19 pmSBA - ATL
1 stop19h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$451

Cheap flight deals from Atlanta to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Atlanta (ATL) 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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$351
(Southwest)

One-way from

$176
(Southwest)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$599
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($80 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Atlanta 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Atlanta

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Santa Barbara

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Depart

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Price

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 12/10

5:10 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$351

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 2/13

3:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop10h 40m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/18

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$399

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 12/2

5:10 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

5:15 am-5:10 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$413

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 12/1

6:25 pm-12:15 am

2 stops8h 50m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/16

5:50 am-6:00 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$434

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 1/16

4:10 pm-9:55 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/19

10:35 am-9:20 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$442

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 12/2

9:00 am-6:25 pm

1 stop12h 25m

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

7:19 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop19h 04m

$451

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 11/22

7:00 am-9:55 am

1 stop29h 55m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/2

7:19 pm-6:45 pm

2 stops20h 26m

$458

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 1/28

4:55 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$176

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 1/29

1:35 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$181

AtlantaSanta Barbara

ATL - SBA

ATLSBA

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 4/28

5:40 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$219

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 10/28

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Compare providers for flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Atlanta to Santa Barbara in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Atlanta-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Atlanta-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Atlanta-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Atlanta-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Atlanta-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 Atlanta to Santa Barbara

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Atlanta to Santa Barbara

How far ahead should I book a flight from Atlanta to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on October 24, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Atlanta to Santa Barbara, you should look to book at least 82 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Santa Barbara (average of $78). Flying from Atlanta to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $138). 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 ATL to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Atlanta 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 October 30, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Atlanta to Santa Barbara by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Atlanta 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Atlanta 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 airports do I use to fly from Atlanta to Santa Barbara?

    Booking a flight from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) to Santa Barbara (SBA) is your only option if you wish to fly from Atlanta to Santa Barbara. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from Hartsfield-Jackson to Santa Barbara, all of which are around 4h 48m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 4 airlines when you book a flight from Hartsfield-Jackson to Santa Barbara.

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

    Southwest and Alaska Airlines can get you from Atlanta to Santa Barbara in just under 6h 55m. Your travel time can differ by up to 21h. Atlanta and Santa Barbara are separated by a distance of 2017 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Barbara, with prices starting at $218. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at $228 and $360, respectively. These flights start at 60% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Atlanta to Santa Barbara consider choosing KLM (55%), Air France (50%) or Delta (46%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Atlanta to Santa Barbara (average of $78). Flying from Atlanta to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $138). 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 4 airlines flying from Atlanta to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Atlanta 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$360Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$499Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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