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$174+ Cheap flights from Charleston to Santa Barbara (CHS - 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 12/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHS — SBA
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Charleston to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charleston (CHS) 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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$297
(Delta)

One-way from

$174
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$419
From Charleston to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Charleston to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charleston to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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 12/241:00 pmCHS - SBA
2 stops11h 05mSouthwest
Tue 12/305:15 amSBA - CHS
2 stops11h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$347
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/73:45 pmCHS - SBA
2 stops10h 40mSouthwest
Mon 11/105:25 amSBA - CHS
2 stops11h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$379
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 11/74:24 pmCHS - SBA
1 stop6h 44mDelta
Mon 11/104:59 pmSBA - CHS
2 stops13h 32mDelta
Deal found 9/14$404
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 12/249:27 amCHS - SBA
2 stops11h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/3012:25 pmSBA - CHS
1 stop7h 01mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$408
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/132:15 pmCHS - SBA
2 stops12h 05mSouthwest
Mon 10/204:55 pmSBA - CHS
2 stops14h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/13$429
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/137:23 pmCHS - SBA
1 stop26h 18mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/207:40 pmSBA - CHS
1 stop19h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/13$473
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Fri 11/77:45 pmCHS - SBA
2 stops19h 16mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/106:50 pmSBA - CHS
3 stops17h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$548
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Mon 10/137:00 amCHS - SBA
2 stops12h 13mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/208:40 pmSBA - CHS
3 stops15h 23mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$554
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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.
Wed 10/86:00 amCHS - SBA
2 stops13h 15mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/126:05 amSBA - CHS
2 stops9h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$558

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

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Charleston

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Santa Barbara

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CharlestonSanta Barbara

CHS - SBA

CHSSBA

Charleston

Sat 2/28

2:25 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

8:25 am-5:59 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$297

CharlestonSanta Barbara

CHS - SBA

CHSSBA

Charleston

Wed 12/24

1:00 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops11h 05m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/30

5:15 am-7:25 pm

2 stops11h 10m

$347

CharlestonSanta Barbara

CHS - SBA

CHSSBA

Charleston

Sat 2/28

2:55 pm-12:15 am

2 stops12h 20m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

6:15 am-11:25 pm

2 stops14h 10m

$359

CharlestonSanta Barbara

CHS - SBA

CHSSBA

Charleston

Fri 11/7

3:45 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops10h 40m

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/10

5:25 am-7:40 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$379

CharlestonSanta Barbara

CHS - SBA

CHSSBA

Charleston

Fri 11/7

4:24 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop6h 44m

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/10

4:59 pm-9:31 am

2 stops13h 32m

$404

CharlestonSanta Barbara

CHS - SBA

CHSSBA

Charleston

Mon 10/13

2:15 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops12h 05m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/20

4:55 pm-10:50 am

2 stops14h 55m

$429

CharlestonSanta Barbara

CHS - SBA

CHSSBA

Charleston

Sat 2/28

7:16 am-3:13 pm

2 stops10h 57m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/3

6:25 am-10:00 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$469

CharlestonSanta Barbara

CHS - SBA

CHSSBA

Charleston

Wed 12/24

1:00 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops11h 05m

$174

CharlestonSanta Barbara

CHS - SBA

CHSSBA

Charleston

Wed 12/24

9:27 am-6:22 pm

2 stops11h 55m

$194

CharlestonSanta Barbara

CHS - SBA

CHSSBA

Charleston

Wed 12/24

2:43 pm-10:49 pm

2 stops11h 06m

$215

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Best time to book a flight from Charleston to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Charleston 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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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 September 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Charleston to Santa Barbara to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,956 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charleston 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 Charleston to Santa Barbara?

    Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines can get you from Charleston to Santa Barbara in just under 9h 02m. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 18m. The distance from Charleston to Santa Barbara is about 2275 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Delta ($313), and American Airlines ($336) offers the cheapest pricing from Charleston to Santa Barbara. Delta is currently priced 36% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $174. Users have also found prices from $194 and $215 on American Airlines and Delta, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charleston to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Charleston 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 2 airlines flying from Charleston to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Charleston 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$313Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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