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$160+ Cheap flights from O'Hare Intl (ORD) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

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ORD — SBA
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara are usually found in January or May, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Friday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from O'Hare Intl (ORD) 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

$314
(flugladen.de)

One-way from

$160
(American Airlines)

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December

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January

Average price

$508
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Cheapest flights from O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This flugladen.de deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 flugladen.de is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/1510:05 amORD - SBA
1 stop10h 36mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/227:40 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop8h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$314
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.
Wed 9/102:23 pmORD - SBA
1 stop6h 16mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/171:17 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop5h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$315
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/198:42 pmORD - SBA
1 stop15h 50mAlaska Airlines
Tue 8/267:29 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 34mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$318
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.
Wed 9/107:15 amORD - SBA
2 stops10h 52mDelta
Wed 9/1712:40 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop7h 17mDelta
Deal found 7/27$322
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/1710:00 amORD - SBA
1 stop10h 41mHawaiian Airlines
Fri 9/197:39 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop9h 24mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/28$360
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2511:06 amORD - SBA
1 stop7h 07mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/308:40 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop6h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$368
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Mon 8/185:25 pmORD - SBA
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Wed 8/202:10 pmSBA - ORD
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$403

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Customize your flight search to find flights from O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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O'Hare Intl

Fly to

Santa Barbara

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Return

Price

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/15

10:05 am-6:41 pm

1 stop10h 36m

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/22

7:40 pm-6:24 am

1 stop8h 44m

$314

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

2:23 pm-6:39 pm

1 stop6h 16m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/17

1:17 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop5h 48m

$315

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

8:42 pm-10:32 am

1 stop15h 50m

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/26

7:29 pm-7:03 am

1 stop9h 34m

$318

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/10

7:15 am-4:07 pm

2 stops10h 52m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/17

12:40 pm-9:57 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$322

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/17

10:00 am-6:41 pm

1 stop10h 41m

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/19

7:39 pm-7:03 am

1 stop9h 24m

$360

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/25

11:06 am-4:13 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/30

8:40 pm-5:13 am

1 stop6h 33m

$368

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 8/18

5:25 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Santa Barbara

Wed 8/20

2:10 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$403

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

8:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$160

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

7:00 am-6:40 pm

2 stops13h 40m

$193

ChicagoSanta Barbara

ORD - SBA

ORDSBA

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

10:35 am-10:14 pm

3 stops13h 39m

$215

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Best time to book a flight from O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara, you should look to book at least 59 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 month to book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 ORD to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from O'Hare Intl 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.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 10% on airfare.

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 through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
7,977 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
8,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl?

    For a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara, you will be flying into Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara (SBA) is just 8.0 mi from the center of the city. Santa Barbara is the only Santa Barbara airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl per day. 4 airlines have flights to Santa Barbara from Chicago O'Hare Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara round-trip from $315. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Alaska Airlines, from $318, and Delta, from $322. These flights start at 32% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara are American Airlines ($160), Alaska Airlines ($193), and United Airlines ($215).

  • Can I find deals for flights from O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 O'Hare Intl to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from O'Hare Intl 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
American AirlinesCheapest$306Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$312Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$318Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$346Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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