$49+ Cheap flights from California 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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SBA
Sep 10 — Sep 171
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from California to Santa BarbaraExplore the most affordable flight options available from California to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 11, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from California to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 11, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Thu 9/101:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 17m
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Nonstop1h 04m
Deal found 8/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$97
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/51:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 17m
Sun 9/63:26 pm -
Nonstop1h 04m
Deal found 8/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$103
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/17:05 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Thu 9/312:30 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$107
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/52:50 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Sun 9/612:10 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$109
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/144:30 pm -
1 stop4h 40m
Mon 9/214:40 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/155:00 pm -
1 stop6h 50m
Wed 9/163:26 pm -
1 stop8h 14m
Deal found 8/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Thu 9/310:55 am -
Nonstop1h 00m
Sun 9/612:10 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$127
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/231:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 17m
Wed 9/306:00 am -
Nonstop1h 05m
Deal found 8/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$131
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Fri 9/117:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Sat 9/122:40 pm -
1 stop4h 35m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$134
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/146:52 am -
1 stop7h 55m
Tue 9/156:00 am -
1 stop4h 08m
Deal found 8/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/410:55 am -
Nonstop1h 00m
Fri 9/114:40 pm -
2 stops5h 35m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$142
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/84:10 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Thu 9/104:40 pm -
1 stop4h 35m
Deal found 8/9![Southwest logo]()
$147
Best flights from California to Santa BarbaraDiscover carefully curated flight deals from California to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from California to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 11, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Thu 9/310:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Mon 9/73:26 pm -
Nonstop1h 04m
Deal found 8/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 10/204:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 05m
Wed 10/285:35 am -
1 stop3h 20m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$107
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Thu 9/106:45 pm -
1 stop3h 11m
Sun 9/136:43 pm -
Nonstop1h 14m
Deal found 8/10![United Airlines logo]()
$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Thu 11/56:35 am -
1 stop3h 55m
Thu 11/1211:05 am -
Nonstop0h 50m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$107
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Thu 9/104:30 pm -
1 stop4h 40m
Sat 9/1210:40 am -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$107
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Sat 9/52:50 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Sun 9/612:10 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$109
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Thu 9/104:30 pm -
1 stop4h 40m
Thu 9/1712:30 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$147
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/96:47 pm -
1 stop5h 03m
Wed 9/166:00 am -
1 stop17h 54m
Deal found 8/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$203
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Tue 8/257:05 am -
2 stops9h 02m
Tue 9/112:34 pm -
2 stops10h 13m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 9/36:50 pm -
Nonstop1h 21m
Sat 9/54:06 pm -
Nonstop1h 23m
Deal found 8/8![United Airlines logo]()
$212
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 9/221:45 pm -
2 stops7h 40m
Sat 9/2610:40 am -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$152
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/126:13 am -
1 stop8h 34m
Tue 9/156:00 am -
1 stop3h 54m
Deal found 8/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$203
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Thu 9/37:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Sun 9/68:00 am -
Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$154
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 11/76:45 pm -
Nonstop1h 14m
Mon 11/96:10 am -
Nonstop1h 12m
Deal found 8/9![United Airlines logo]()
$227
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:25 am -
1 stop6h 22m
Sat 9/53:26 pm -
1 stop3h 40m
Deal found 8/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$207
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/299:27 am -
1 stop5h 20m
Wed 9/303:26 pm -
1 stop6h 16m
Deal found 8/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$211
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Mon 9/217:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Wed 9/305:45 am -
1 stop3h 40m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$159
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/510:40 am -
Nonstop1h 17m
Sat 9/124:15 pm -
Nonstop1h 23m
Deal found 8/7![United Airlines logo]()
$244
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 10/269:15 am -
1 stop14h 32m
Thu 10/292:22 pm -
1 stop19h 32m
Deal found 8/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$213
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/231:45 pm -
2 stops7h 40m
Wed 9/305:45 am -
1 stop3h 25m
Deal found 8/9![Southwest logo]()
$162
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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.
Thu 11/129:05 pm -
Nonstop0h 58m
Sat 11/1410:50 am -
Nonstop1h 12m
Deal found 8/9![United Airlines logo]()
$249
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1510:00 am -
1 stop4h 45m
Sat 10/175:30 am -
2 stops6h 25m
Deal found 8/9![Southwest logo]()
$162
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Tue 1/510:45 pm -
Nonstop0h 45m
Sat 1/96:15 am -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 8/6![United Airlines logo]()
$249
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Thu 11/57:05 pm -
1 stop4h 38m
Mon 11/96:00 am -
1 stop3h 34m
Deal found 8/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$227
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/117:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Fri 9/184:40 pm -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$173
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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 9/56:00 am -
2 stops5h 57m
Sun 9/69:35 am -
1 stop6h 23m
Deal found 8/8![United Airlines logo]()
$257
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/106:47 pm -
1 stop20h 00m
Wed 9/163:26 pm -
1 stop18h 28m
Deal found 8/11![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$234
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 8/2110:55 am -
Nonstop1h 00m
Fri 8/284:40 pm -
2 stops5h 30m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$174
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/26:48 am -
1 stop7h 59m
Sat 9/53:26 pm -
1 stop4h 26m
Deal found 8/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/56:42 am -
1 stop5h 15m
Mon 9/76:00 am -
1 stop3h 33m
Deal found 8/11![United Airlines logo]()
$273
Last-minute flights from California to Santa BarbaraDiscover last-minute flight deals from California to Santa Barbara. Data last updated August 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from California to Santa Barbara. Data last updated August 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/17:05 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Thu 9/312:30 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$107
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/8. 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.
Thu 9/310:55 am -
Nonstop1h 00m
Sun 9/612:10 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 8/8![Southwest logo]()
$127
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/410:55 am -
Nonstop1h 00m
Fri 9/114:40 pm -
2 stops5h 35m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$142
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/51:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 17m
Sun 9/63:26 pm -
Nonstop1h 04m
Deal found 8/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$103
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 9/52:50 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Sun 9/612:10 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$109
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/84:10 pm -
Nonstop0h 55m
Thu 9/104:40 pm -
1 stop4h 35m
Deal found 8/9![Southwest logo]()
$147
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Thu 9/101:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 17m
Mon 9/143:26 pm -
Nonstop1h 04m
Deal found 8/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$97
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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.
Fri 9/117:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Sat 9/122:40 pm -
1 stop4h 35m
Deal found 8/10![Southwest logo]()
$134
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/144:30 pm -
1 stop4h 40m
Mon 9/214:40 pm -
1 stop5h 30m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$117
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/146:52 am -
1 stop7h 55m
Tue 9/156:00 am -
1 stop4h 08m
Deal found 8/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$137
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/155:00 pm -
1 stop6h 50m
Wed 9/163:26 pm -
1 stop8h 14m
Deal found 8/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$117
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/231:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 17m
Wed 9/306:00 am -
Nonstop1h 05m
Deal found 8/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$131
One-way flights from California to Santa BarbaraSearch for one-way flight options from California to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from California to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 11, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/2110:55 am -
Nonstop1h 00m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$49
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/117:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/9![Southwest logo]()
$50
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 9/58:45 am -
1 stop6h 02m
Deal found 8/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$59
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/610:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 8/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$59
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sun 9/63:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 10m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$59
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 10/35:22 pm -
1 stop6h 25m
Deal found 8/6![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$59
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 9/161:45 pm -
2 stops7h 40m
Deal found 8/7![Southwest logo]()
$64
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/810:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 20m
Deal found 8/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$69
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1010:40 am -
Nonstop1h 17m
Deal found 8/11![United Airlines logo]()
$69
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/134:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 26m
Deal found 8/11![United Airlines logo]()
$74
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/71:30 pm -
Nonstop1h 17m
Deal found 8/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$75
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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.
Thu 9/107:55 pm -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 8/11![Southwest logo]()
$75
Find flight deals from California to Santa Barbara
Keep the following information in mind while searching for California to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated August 11, 2026.
Round-trip from | $97 (Alaska Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $49 (Southwest) |
Good round-trip deal | $113 or less |
Good one-way deal | $54 or less |
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San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN San Diego - SBA Santa Barbara
SANSBA
San Diego
Thu 9/3
10:30 pm-11:50 pm
Nonstop1h 20m
Santa Barbara
Mon 9/7
3:26 pm-4:30 pm
Nonstop1h 04m
$97
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN San Diego - SBA Santa Barbara
SANSBA
San Diego
Tue 10/20
4:15 pm-5:20 pm
Nonstop1h 05m
Santa Barbara
Wed 10/28
5:35 am-8:55 am
1 stop3h 20m
$107
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN San Diego - SBA Santa Barbara
SANSBA
San Diego
Thu 11/5
6:35 am-10:30 am
1 stop3h 55m
Santa Barbara
Thu 11/12
11:05 am-11:55 am
Nonstop0h 50m
$107
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN San Diego - SBA Santa Barbara
SANSBA
San Diego
Thu 9/10
4:30 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop4h 40m
Santa Barbara
Sat 9/12
10:40 am-11:35 am
Nonstop0h 55m
$107
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN San Diego - SBA Santa Barbara
SANSBA
San Diego
Sat 9/5
2:50 pm-3:45 pm
Nonstop0h 55m
Santa Barbara
Sun 9/6
12:10 pm-1:05 pm
Nonstop0h 55m
$109
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN San Diego - SBA Santa Barbara
SANSBA
San Diego
Thu 9/10
4:30 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop4h 40m
Santa Barbara
Thu 9/17
12:30 pm-1:25 pm
Nonstop0h 55m
$147
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN San Diego - SBA Santa Barbara
SANSBA
San Diego
Tue 9/22
1:45 pm-9:25 pm
2 stops7h 40m
Santa Barbara
Sat 9/26
10:40 am-11:35 am
Nonstop0h 55m
$152
OaklandSanta Barbara
OAK Oakland - SBA Santa Barbara
OAKSBA
Oakland
Thu 9/3
7:55 pm-9:10 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
Santa Barbara
Sun 9/6
8:00 am-9:10 am
Nonstop1h 10m
$154
OaklandSanta Barbara
OAK Oakland - SBA Santa Barbara
OAKSBA
Oakland
Mon 9/21
7:55 pm-9:10 pm
Nonstop1h 15m
Santa Barbara
Wed 9/30
5:45 am-9:25 am
1 stop3h 40m
$159
San DiegoSanta Barbara
SAN San Diego - SBA Santa Barbara
SANSBA
San Diego
Wed 9/23
1:45 pm-9:25 pm
2 stops7h 40m
Santa Barbara
Wed 9/30
5:45 am-9:10 am
1 stop3h 25m
$162
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from California to Santa Barbara?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Santa Barbara (average of $280). Flying from California to Santa Barbara in March is currently the most expensive (average of $433). 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 CA to SBA?
Find hourly flight availability from California 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 11, 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from California to Santa Barbara is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 17% on airfare.
How far ahead should I book a flight from California to Santa Barbara?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from California to Santa Barbara, you should look to book at least 38 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 day to fly from California to Santa Barbara?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from California to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their California to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings 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 August 11, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from California to Santa Barbara, such as Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andUnited Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentWalter,Aug 2025
OAK - SAN
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$97 | Average$270 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$113 | Average$177 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$157 | Average$330 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |