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$152+ 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 11/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AUS — SBA
nov. 29 — déc. 61
sam. 11/29
sam. 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Austin Bergstrom to Santa Barbara are usually found in March or January, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
jeu. 12/41:33 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop30h 52mAlaska Airlines
lun. 12/87:19 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop18h 01mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/27$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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.
jeu. 12/47:20 amAUS - SBA
2 stops10h 46mDelta
lun. 12/88:25 amSBA - AUS
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Deal found 10/27$312
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 12/51:33 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop30h 52mAlaska Airlines
mer. 12/107:19 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop21h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/28$322
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 11/199:00 amAUS - SBA
1 stop6h 07mUnited Airlines
ven. 11/286:50 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop8h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/27$350
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 12/27:26 pmAUS - SBA
1 stop24h 59mAlaska Airlines
dim. 12/77:19 pmSBA - AUS
1 stop26h 40mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/28$356
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/246:00 amAUS - SBA
1 stop8h 01mUnited Airlines
mar. 11/255:30 amSBA - AUS
1 stop6h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/28$375

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 octobre 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$306
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$152
(United Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$717
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Austin to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Austin

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Santa Barbara

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Depart

Return

Price

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

jeu. 12/4

1:33 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop30h 52m

Santa Barbara

lun. 12/8

7:19 pm-3:20 pm

1 stop18h 01m

$306

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

jeu. 12/4

7:20 am-4:06 pm

2 stops10h 46m

Santa Barbara

lun. 12/8

8:25 am-7:13 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$312

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

ven. 12/5

1:33 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop30h 52m

Santa Barbara

mer. 12/10

7:19 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop21h 07m

$322

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

mer. 1/21

7:15 am-1:57 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Santa Barbara

sam. 1/24

7:20 am-4:39 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$322

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

mer. 1/21

7:35 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 41m

Santa Barbara

sam. 1/24

5:40 am-9:43 pm

2 stops14h 03m

$332

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

lun. 11/24

6:00 am-12:01 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$152

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

dim. 12/28

6:26 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$214

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

dim. 12/28

6:00 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 59m

$214

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

sam. 12/27

6:05 am-9:43 am

1 stop5h 38m

$214

AustinSanta Barbara

AUS - SBA

AUSSBA

Austin Bergstrom

mer. 12/10

8:04 am-11:59 am

1 stop5h 55m

$264

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Deals found on 10/28

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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 Austin 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 Austin-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Austin-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Austin-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Austin-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 Austin-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 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 October 24, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Austin to Santa Barbara is 39 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Santa Barbara (average of $60). Flying from Austin to Santa Barbara in March is currently the most expensive (average of $108). 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 octobre 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Austin to Santa Barbara in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 8% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Austin to Santa Barbara?

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

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 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.

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

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines and Delta fly from Austin to Santa Barbara in about 10h 46m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 20h 06m. There are 1323 mi between Austin and Santa Barbara. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Southwest, at $284, was found to be the cheapest airline from Austin to Santa Barbara.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Delta and American Airlines. Southwest is currently priced 37% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Santa Barbara (average of $60). Flying from Austin to Santa Barbara in March is currently the most expensive (average of $108). 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 octobre 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$284Average$434FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$284Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$302Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$317Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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