Santa Barbara

$147+ Cheap flights from Dallas 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — SBA
Apr 28 — May 51
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas to Santa Barbara are usually found in September or April, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Dallas to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from Dallas to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 29, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Tue 4/214:15 pm
DAL
-
SBA
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Tue 4/286:40 am
SBA
-
DAL
1 stop5h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/24$311
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/57:15 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop5h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/66:00 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop6h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$331
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/127:15 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop5h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/196:00 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop10h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/28$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/45:35 pm
DAL
-
SBA
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Wed 5/62:10 pm
SBA
-
DAL
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25$355
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/253:15 pm
DAL
-
SBA
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Sat 5/25:30 am
SBA
-
DAL
1 stop4h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 3/24$359
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/47:15 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop6h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/56:00 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop6h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$359
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/287:15 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop5h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/52:53 pm
SBA
-
DFW
2 stops12h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/29$366
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 5/17:15 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop6h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/46:00 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop6h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$371
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 7/147:24 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop6h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 7/222:28 pm
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop22h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$375
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/43:13 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop25h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/66:00 am
SBA
-
DFW
1 stop6h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$377
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Thu 5/147:09 pm
DFW
-
SBA
1 stop6h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/196:00 am
SBA
-
DFW
2 stops21h 00m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$386
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/145:35 pm
DAL
-
SBA
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Tue 5/196:40 am
SBA
-
DAL
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25$416

Find flight deals from Dallas to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas (A78) 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 March 29, 2026.

Round-trip from

$311
(Southwest)

One-way from

$147
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$573
From Dallas to Santa Barbara
One-way flight from Dallas to Santa Barbara
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($7 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease ($5 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 5/5

7:15 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$337

DallasSanta Barbara

DAL - SBA

DALSBA

Dallas Love Field

Sat 4/25

3:15 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/2

5:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$359

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 5/8

7:15 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$379

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 4/24

3:13 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop10h 32m

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

$379

DallasSanta Barbara

DAL - SBA

DALSBA

Dallas Love Field

Mon 5/4

5:35 pm-11:25 pm

2 stops7h 50m

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/7

5:20 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$422

DallasSanta Barbara

DAL - SBA

DALSBA

Dallas Love Field

Sat 5/9

4:15 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/13

2:10 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$437

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 5/28

1:03 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop12h 52m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/31

6:00 am-6:13 pm

1 stop10h 13m

$448

DallasSanta Barbara

DAL - SBA

DALSBA

Dallas Love Field

Sat 7/18

8:05 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/22

2:05 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$455

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 7/17

7:24 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/20

6:00 am-3:13 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$459

DallasSanta Barbara

DFW - SBA

DFWSBA

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 8/10

2:52 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop10h 52m

Santa Barbara

Fri 8/14

6:00 am-3:13 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$459

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Best time to book a flight from Dallas to Santa Barbara

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on March 13, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Dallas to Santa Barbara may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 41 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Santa Barbara (average of $76). Flying from Dallas to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $108). 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 DFW to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas 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 March 29, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Dallas to Santa Barbara as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Dallas to Santa Barbara

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas to Santa Barbara. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 29, 2026.

The most flights from A78 to SBA are scheduled on a Monday (1 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Dallas 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 March 29, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest and American Airlines from Dallas 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.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

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

    Santa Barbara (SBA), located 8.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Dallas to Santa Barbara. 2 airlines have flights to Santa Barbara from Dallas on a regular basis. Booking flights from Dallas to Santa Barbara should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Dallas per day.

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

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines and Southwest fly from Dallas to Santa Barbara in about 5h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1312 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Dallas to Santa Barbara round-trip from $331. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Southwest. You may be able to fly from Dallas to Santa Barbara for 37% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $158 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from American Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $175 and $215, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dallas to Santa Barbara?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Dallas to Santa Barbara consider choosing Qatar Airways (93%), Envoy Air (93%) or American Airlines (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas to Santa Barbara?

    On average you can expect to pay $545 for a flight from Dallas to Santa Barbara. The cheapest flight overall is $415 while the most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Santa Barbara) is currently priced at $342.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Santa Barbara (average of $76). Flying from Dallas to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $108). 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 Dallas to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Dallas 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 March 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$436Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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