How long is the flight from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara?

Airlines like United Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines fly from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara in about 8h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1960 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

According to our current data, Delta ($296), American Airlines ($331), and United Airlines ($340) offers the cheapest pricing from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara. Delta is 36% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Cincinnati to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Barbara ranges from 0.0 - 3.5 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Santa Barbara when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara?

Consider American Airlines, Delta or United Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara.

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara?

Leaving on a Saturday is a viable option for saving on travel. Heavily demanded days of the week can typically drive up the prices you see. Booking your travel for a less competitive day can save up to 39% on the overall cost on flights from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara?

Users have found that booking a flight from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara at least 26 days early can save you up to 84% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 26 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara for as little as $295 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $435 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara?

Flights from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara in July, with the cheapest ticket starting at $118.

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

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

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Round-trip from	$321 (Delta)
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

Sat 10/113:26 pmCVG - SBA

1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines

Tue 10/148:40 pmSBA - CVG

2 stops9h 58mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$293

Sat 10/112:12 pmCVG - SBA

1 stop8h 56mDelta

Tue 10/145:50 amSBA - CVG

1 stop6h 08mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$397

Sat 10/116:22 amCVG - SBA

1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines

Tue 10/146:05 amSBA - CVG

1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$399

Sat 9/277:00 amCVG - SBA

2 stops9h 07mUnited Airlines

Wed 10/18:40 pmSBA - CVG

2 stops10h 13mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$408

Fri 10/246:52 amCVG - SBA

2 stops12h 19mDelta

Sun 10/265:50 amSBA - CVG

1 stop6h 08mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$440

Thu 10/98:45 amCVG - SBA

2 stops10h 28mUnited Airlines

Wed 10/225:15 amSBA - CVG

1 stop6h 06mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$451

Sat 9/276:36 amCVG - SBA

1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines

Wed 10/112:22 pmSBA - CVG

1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$477

Thu 10/96:22 amCVG - SBA

1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines

Wed 10/226:05 amSBA - CVG

1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$479

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Sat 10/113:26 pmCVG - SBA

1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines

Tue 10/148:40 pmSBA - CVG

2 stops9h 58mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$293

Fri 1/306:40 amCVG - SBA

1 stop8h 39mDelta

Wed 2/45:50 amSBA - CVG

1 stop6h 21mDelta

Deal found 9/10

$321

Fri 1/308:00 amCVG - SBA

1 stop13h 14mAlaska Airlines

Fri 2/67:15 pmSBA - CVG

1 stop18h 55mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$344

Fri 1/309:52 amCVG - SBA

2 stops11h 18mAmerican Airlines

Fri 2/66:27 amSBA - CVG

2 stops10h 11mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$355

Fri 1/303:30 pmCVG - SBA

1 stop7h 57mDelta

Tue 2/35:50 amSBA - CVG

1 stop6h 21mDelta

Deal found 9/10

$321

Fri 1/303:29 pmCVG - SBA

2 stops10h 01mUnited Airlines

Fri 2/612:59 pmSBA - CVG

1 stop6h 24mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$350

Fri 1/305:32 amCVG - SBA

1 stop9h 06mAmerican Airlines

Sat 2/712:39 pmSBA - CVG

1 stop6h 04mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$387

Fri 1/303:30 pmCVG - SBA

1 stop7h 57mDelta

Mon 2/98:25 amSBA - CVG

1 stop7h 22mDelta

Deal found 9/10

$392

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Sat 9/277:00 amCVG - SBA

2 stops9h 07mUnited Airlines

Wed 10/18:40 pmSBA - CVG

2 stops10h 13mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$408

Sat 9/276:36 amCVG - SBA

1 stop7h 55mAmerican Airlines

Wed 10/112:22 pmSBA - CVG

1 stop7h 39mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$477

Thu 10/98:45 amCVG - SBA

2 stops10h 28mUnited Airlines

Wed 10/225:15 amSBA - CVG

1 stop6h 06mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$451

Thu 10/96:22 amCVG - SBA

1 stop8h 18mAmerican Airlines

Wed 10/226:05 amSBA - CVG

1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines

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$479

Sat 10/113:26 pmCVG - SBA

1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines

Tue 10/148:40 pmSBA - CVG

2 stops9h 58mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$293

Sat 10/112:12 pmCVG - SBA

1 stop8h 56mDelta

Tue 10/145:50 amSBA - CVG

1 stop6h 08mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$397

Sat 10/116:22 amCVG - SBA

1 stop8h 12mAmerican Airlines

Tue 10/146:05 amSBA - CVG

1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$399

Fri 10/246:52 amCVG - SBA

2 stops12h 19mDelta

Sun 10/265:50 amSBA - CVG

1 stop6h 08mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$440

One-way flights from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara
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Tue 11/181:35 pmCVG - SBA

2 stops10h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 9/11

$112

Wed 1/147:00 amCVG - SBA

2 stops12h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 9/11

$118

Wed 3/43:25 pmCVG - SBA

1 stop8h 50mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$125

Tue 2/171:20 pmCVG - SBA

2 stops11h 35mSouthwest

Deal found 9/11

$128

Sat 2/212:35 pmCVG - SBA

2 stops11h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 9/11

$129

Wed 2/118:00 amCVG - SBA

1 stop13h 14mAlaska Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$130

Tue 10/75:40 amCVG - SBA

2 stops18h 40mSouthwest

Deal found 9/11

$134

Wed 12/318:00 amCVG - SBA

2 stops11h 25mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/10

$145

Tue 10/143:26 pmCVG - SBA

1 stop8h 39mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$146

Tue 10/72:12 pmCVG - SBA

1 stop8h 56mDelta

Deal found 9/11

$149

Wed 10/153:26 pmCVG - SBA

2 stops11h 33mUnited Airlines

Deal found 9/11

$151

Sat 10/412:09 pmCVG - SBA

2 stops10h 54mDelta

Deal found 9/10

$154

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CVG - SBA

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Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 10/11

3:26 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/14

8:40 pm-9:38 am

2 stops9h 58m

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CVG - SBA

CVGSBA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 1/30

6:40 am-12:19 pm

1 stop8h 39m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/4

5:50 am-3:11 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$321

CincinnatiSanta Barbara

CVG - SBA

CVGSBA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 1/30

3:30 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/3

5:50 am-3:11 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$321

CincinnatiSanta Barbara

CVG - SBA

CVGSBA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 1/30

8:00 am-6:14 pm

1 stop13h 14m

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/6

7:15 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop18h 55m

$344

CincinnatiSanta Barbara

CVG - SBA

CVGSBA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 1/30

3:29 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 01m

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/6

12:59 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$350

CincinnatiSanta Barbara

CVG - SBA

CVGSBA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 1/30

9:52 am-6:10 pm

2 stops11h 18m

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/6

6:27 am-7:38 pm

2 stops10h 11m

$355

CincinnatiSanta Barbara

CVG - SBA

CVGSBA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 1/30

5:32 am-11:38 am

1 stop9h 06m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/7

12:39 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop6h 04m

$387

CincinnatiSanta Barbara

CVG - SBA

CVGSBA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Fri 1/30

3:30 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop7h 57m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/9

8:25 am-6:47 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$392

CincinnatiSanta Barbara

CVG - SBA

CVGSBA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Wed 1/14

7:00 am-4:35 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$118

CincinnatiSanta Barbara

CVG - SBA

CVGSBA

Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

Sat 10/11

3:26 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop8h 39m

$125

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

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 25% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

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

7,960 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

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

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,937 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,960 reviews

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

7,960 reviews

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

How long is the flight from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara?
Airlines like United Airlines, Delta, and Alaska Airlines fly from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara in about 8h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1960 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara round-trip?
According to our current data, Delta ($296), American Airlines ($331), and United Airlines ($340) offers the cheapest pricing from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara. Delta is 36% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
Can I find deals for flights from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Cincinnati to Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Santa Barbara?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Cincinnati 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 3 airlines flying from Cincinnati to Santa Barbara

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Delta	Cheapest$296	Average$481	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
American Airlines	Cheapest$331	Average$426	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$340	Average$516	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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