$191+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara (SBA)
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CMH — SBA
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/125:20 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop9h 11m
United Airlines
Tue 8/185:00 am
SBA
- CMH
1 stop6h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 9/25:35 pm
CMH
- SBA
2 stops33h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 9/66:00 am
SBA
- CMH
2 stops20h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 12/107:00 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops12h 17m
Delta
Mon 12/1412:45 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 08m
Delta
Deal found 7/22![Delta logo]()
$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 11/57:30 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop7h 23m
Delta
Tue 11/1012:45 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 08m
Delta
Deal found 7/22![Delta logo]()
$365
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/135:08 pm
CMH
- SBA
1 stop6h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 8/186:00 am
SBA
- CMH
1 stop9h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$368
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/136:40 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Tue 8/185:45 am
SBA
- CMH
2 stops9h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21![Southwest logo]()
$379
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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.
Sat 10/247:30 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop7h 23m
Delta
Tue 10/2712:43 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 15m
Delta
Deal found 7/19![Delta logo]()
$381
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 10/217:05 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops12h 01m
Delta
Tue 10/2712:43 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 15m
Delta
Deal found 7/19![Delta logo]()
$386
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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.
Mon 9/145:48 pm
CMH
- SBA
2 stops23h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 9/193:26 pm
SBA
- CMH
2 stops34h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 7/20![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$388
Best flights from Columbus to Santa BarbaraDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 11/57:30 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop7h 23m
Delta
Tue 11/1012:45 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 08m
Delta
Deal found 7/23![Delta logo]()
$355
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/187:00 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop7h 57m
United Airlines
Mon 8/2412:33 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop8h 26m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/156:45 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Sat 8/222:40 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop6h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$360
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/137:00 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops9h 44m
United Airlines
Tue 8/1812:33 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop6h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$373
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 10/277:30 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop7h 23m
Delta
Thu 10/2912:43 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 15m
Delta
Deal found 7/19![Delta logo]()
$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/137:40 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop9h 04m
United Airlines
Mon 8/176:35 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$381
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 9/143:41 pm
CMH
- SBA
2 stops9h 15m
United Airlines
Sat 9/191:11 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 54m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$386
Last-minute flights from Columbus to Santa BarbaraDiscover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Data last updated July 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Data last updated July 24, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/125:20 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop9h 11m
United Airlines
Tue 8/185:00 am
SBA
- CMH
1 stop6h 34m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/21![United Airlines logo]()
$355
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 8/127:00 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop7h 30m
American Airlines
Tue 8/186:33 am
SBA
- CMH
2 stops11h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/22![American Airlines logo]()
$360
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/126:50 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Tue 8/185:45 am
SBA
- CMH
2 stops9h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21![Southwest logo]()
$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/135:08 pm
CMH
- SBA
1 stop6h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 8/186:00 am
SBA
- CMH
1 stop9h 01m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$368
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/136:40 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Tue 8/185:45 am
SBA
- CMH
2 stops9h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 7/21![Southwest logo]()
$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/137:40 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop9h 04m
United Airlines
Mon 8/176:35 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/20![United Airlines logo]()
$381
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 8/1310:18 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops10h 45m
American Airlines
Tue 8/186:33 am
SBA
- CMH
2 stops14h 00m
American Airlines
Deal found 7/21![American Airlines logo]()
$391
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/20. 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 8/136:40 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops8h 15m
Southwest
Mon 8/1710:10 am
SBA
- CMH
2 stops9h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 7/20![Southwest logo]()
$416
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 8/156:45 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Sat 8/225:30 am
SBA
- CMH
2 stops10h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/23![Southwest logo]()
$366
One-way flights from Columbus to Santa BarbaraSearch for one-way flight options from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated July 24, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 10/285:20 pm
CMH
- SBA
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 7/19![Southwest logo]()
$191
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 10/284:24 pm
CMH
- SBA
2 stops8h 45m
Delta
Deal found 7/19![Delta logo]()
$196
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 1/17:20 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop7h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 7/22![Southwest logo]()
$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/19. 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 10/2810:55 am
CMH
- SBA
3 stops13h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/19![United Airlines logo]()
$608
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/22. 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 1/110:31 am
CMH
- SBA
3 stops14h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/22![United Airlines logo]()
$1,991
Find 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 July 24, 2026.
Round-trip from | $355 (United Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $191 (Southwest) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $558 |
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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 July 24, 2026.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Thu 11/5
7:30 am-11:53 am
1 stop7h 23m
Santa Barbara
Tue 11/10
12:45 pm-10:53 pm
1 stop7h 08m
$355
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Tue 8/18
7:00 am-11:57 am
1 stop7h 57m
Santa Barbara
Mon 8/24
12:33 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop8h 26m
$355
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Sat 8/15
6:45 am-2:00 pm
2 stops10h 15m
Santa Barbara
Sat 8/22
2:40 pm-11:55 pm
1 stop6h 15m
$360
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Thu 8/13
7:00 am-1:44 pm
2 stops9h 44m
Santa Barbara
Tue 8/18
12:33 pm-10:25 pm
1 stop6h 52m
$373
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Tue 10/27
7:30 am-11:53 am
1 stop7h 23m
Santa Barbara
Thu 10/29
12:43 pm-10:58 pm
1 stop7h 15m
$381
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Thu 8/13
7:40 am-1:44 pm
1 stop9h 04m
Santa Barbara
Mon 8/17
6:35 pm-5:22 am
1 stop7h 47m
$381
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Mon 9/14
3:41 pm-9:56 pm
2 stops9h 15m
Santa Barbara
Sat 9/19
1:11 pm-12:05 am
1 stop7h 54m
$386
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Wed 10/28
5:20 pm-9:05 pm
1 stop6h 45m
$191
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Fri 1/1
7:20 am-11:25 am
1 stop7h 05m
$249
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Wed 10/28
10:55 am-9:10 pm
3 stops13h 15m
$608
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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
C01-SBA
CMH-SBA
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus to Santa Barbara?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Santa Barbara (average of $304). Flying from Columbus to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $647). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus to Santa Barbara?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Columbus to Santa Barbara flights typically cost between $402 and $480 in August.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $355 on United Airlines (Aug 12-Aug 18).
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 24, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.6
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySimon,Jun 2024
LAS - LAX
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.6
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySimon,Jun 2024
LAS - LAX
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Food
6.6
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySimon,Jun 2024
LAS - LAX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$296 | Average$431 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$298 | Average$482 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |