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$209+ Cheap flights from Columbus 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 12/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SBA
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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

$317
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$209
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$477
From Columbus to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 15, 2025.

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.
Wed 10/155:30 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop9h 29mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/186:30 amSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$317
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.
Tue 10/146:02 amCMH - SBA
2 stops11h 40mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/181:10 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$355
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.
Thu 10/231:45 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Mon 10/275:01 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops12h 56mDelta
Deal found 9/14$374
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.
Wed 10/156:02 amCMH - SBA
2 stops9h 06mUnited Airlines
Mon 10/208:40 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops10h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$379
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.
Sun 10/128:47 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/181:10 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/13$387
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.
Tue 10/147:00 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/181:06 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/13$388
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.
Thu 10/235:30 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 29mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/276:05 amSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$389

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Santa Barbara

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Wed 10/15

5:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 29m

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/18

6:30 am-4:21 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$317

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Tue 10/14

6:02 am-2:42 pm

2 stops11h 40m

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/18

1:10 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$355

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Thu 10/23

1:45 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/27

5:01 pm-8:57 am

2 stops12h 56m

$374

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Wed 10/15

6:02 am-12:08 pm

2 stops9h 06m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/20

8:40 pm-9:58 am

2 stops10h 18m

$379

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Tue 3/10

12:50 pm-8:27 pm

1 stop10h 37m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/11

12:45 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop7h 17m

$387

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Sun 10/12

8:47 am-1:07 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/18

1:10 pm-10:31 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$387

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Wed 12/31

7:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop7h 35m

$209

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Sat 10/25

8:47 am-1:07 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$209

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Sun 10/26

6:20 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 45m

$224

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Sun 12/28

3:55 pm-12:15 am

2 stops11h 20m

$239

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Columbus to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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 CMH to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 September 15, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus to Santa Barbara in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 2% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus to Santa Barbara?

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.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,929 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from Columbus, you will be flying to Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara. There are 0 flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus to Santa Barbara?

    For as low as $374, United Airlines can have you in Santa Barbara from Columbus in 9h 23m. The distance between Columbus and Santa Barbara is about 2053 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara round-trip from $296. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $296, and American Airlines, from $298. Users have found that Delta is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus to Santa Barbara are American Airlines ($209), United Airlines ($209), and Southwest ($224).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Columbus to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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 Columbus to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$339Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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