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$149+ Cheap flights from Austin to Santa Barbara (AUS - 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 9/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUS — SBA
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Austin Bergstrom to Santa Barbara are usually found in March or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Austin to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Austin (AUS) 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 July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$296
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$406
From Austin Bergstrom to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Austin to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Austin to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/261:40 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop22h 52mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/27:39 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop17h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/27$296
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/96:00 amAUS - SBA
1 stop8h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 10/128:40 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Tue 8/2610:14 amAUS - SBA
2 stops9h 54mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/24:39 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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.
Sat 8/306:45 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Sun 8/315:50 amSBA - AUS
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Deal found 7/27$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 9/196:20 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Sun 9/2112:25 pmSBA - AUS
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/27$458

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Austin 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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Austin to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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Price

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 8/26

1:40 pm-10:32 am

1 stop22h 52m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/2

7:39 pm-3:18 pm

1 stop17h 39m

$296

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 10/9

6:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Santa Barbara

Sun 10/12

8:40 pm-5:32 am

1 stop6h 52m

$297

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 8/26

10:14 am-6:08 pm

2 stops9h 54m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/2

4:39 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop4h 56m

$302

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 8/30

6:45 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/31

5:50 am-1:04 pm

1 stop5h 14m

$317

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 9/19

6:20 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Santa Barbara

Sun 9/21

12:25 pm-12:05 am

2 stops9h 40m

$458

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 9/10

2:51 pm-6:39 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$149

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 9/22

7:44 am-11:59 am

1 stop6h 15m

$189

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 10/12

6:35 am-12:35 pm

2 stops8h 00m

$219

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 10/13

7:15 am-6:41 pm

1 stop13h 26m

$249

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

Sun 8/3

7:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$339

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Deals found on 7/29

Best time to book a flight from Austin to Santa Barbara

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Austin to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Austin to Santa Barbara is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Austin 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 July 29, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Austin to Santa Barbara in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 9% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

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

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

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 July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Austin 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,979 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Austin 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 Austin to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Alaska Airlines, at $296, was found to be the cheapest airline from Austin to Santa Barbara.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Alaska Airlines is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Austin to Santa Barbara one-way?

    $149 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $189 and $219, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Austin 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Austin to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Austin 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$276Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$284Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$317Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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