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$438+ Cheap flights from The Big Island to Santa Barbara (SBA)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KOA — SBA
Aug 27 — Sep 31
Wed 8/27
Wed 9/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from The Big Island to Santa Barbara

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Round-trip from

$438
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$286
From The Big Island to Santa Barbara
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($16 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from The Big Island to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from The Big Island to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 22, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Mon 10/209:30 pmKOA - SBA
2 stops15h 41mDelta
Mon 10/275:50 amSBA - KOA
2 stops14h 40mDelta
Deal found 8/19$438
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/209:15 amKOA - SBA
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Mon 10/275:30 amSBA - KOA
1 stop10h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 8/19$547
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Mon 10/208:00 amKOA - SBA
1 stop31h 41mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/277:44 pmSBA - KOA
1 stop24h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/19$555

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Customize your flight search to find flights from The Big Island 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 August 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from The Big Island to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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The Big Island

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Kailua-KonaSanta Barbara

KOA - SBA

KOASBA

Kona Intl

Mon 10/20

9:30 pm-4:11 pm

2 stops15h 41m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/27

5:50 am-5:30 pm

2 stops14h 40m

$438

Kailua-KonaSanta Barbara

KOA - SBA

KOASBA

Kona Intl

Thu 1/15

10:28 pm-8:54 am

1 stop8h 26m

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/19

6:27 am-2:48 pm

1 stop34h 21m

$491

Kailua-KonaSanta Barbara

KOA - SBA

KOASBA

Kona Intl

Thu 1/15

10:00 am-9:55 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/19

5:35 am-1:45 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$523

Kailua-KonaSanta Barbara

KOA - SBA

KOASBA

Kona Intl

Mon 10/20

9:15 am-11:20 pm

2 stops11h 05m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/27

5:30 am-1:00 pm

1 stop10h 30m

$547

Kailua-KonaSanta Barbara

KOA - SBA

KOASBA

Kona Intl

Mon 10/20

8:00 am-6:41 pm

1 stop31h 41m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/27

7:44 pm-4:44 pm

1 stop24h 00m

$555

Kailua-KonaSanta Barbara

KOA - SBA

KOASBA

Kona Intl

Thu 1/15

2:15 pm-11:07 am

2 stops18h 52m

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/19

6:00 am-12:30 pm

2 stops32h 30m

$639

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Deals found on 8/19

Best time to book a flight from The Big Island to Santa Barbara

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santa Barbara from The Big Island with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from The Big Island to Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from The Big Island to Santa Barbara?

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

Find hourly flight availability from The Big Island 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 August 22, 2025.

When flying from The Big Island to Santa Barbara, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 August 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines from The Big Island to Santa Barbara have to say. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

LHR - SAN

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews

Food

6.5

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2024

LHR - SAN

This was the best flight I have experienced in all the years I have been f doing this journey with BA. Flight, food and service A1. Well done BA.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from The Big Island 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 The Big Island?

    Most people fly into Santa Barbara (SBA) if they book a flight to Santa Barbara from The Big Island. Santa Barbara is conveniently located just 8.0 mi from Santa Barbara’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from The Big Island to Santa Barbara?

    There are many flights that can get you from The Big Island to Santa Barbara in 8h 26m. Fly via Delta, American Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance from The Big Island to Santa Barbara is about 2429 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from The Big Island to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from The Big Island to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from The Big Island 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 The Big Island to Santa Barbara?

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from The Big Island 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 August 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$379Average$451FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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