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$96+ Cheap flights from Denver to Santa Barbara (DEN - 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 9/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DEN — SBA
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Denver Intl to Santa Barbara are usually found in January or August, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Denver to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Denver (DEN) 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$191
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$96
(United Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$319

Good round-trip deal

$285 or less

Good one-way deal

$143 or less
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Cheapest flights from Denver to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Denver to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/197:20 pmDEN - SBA
Nonstop2h 34mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/215:30 amSBA - DEN
Nonstop2h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/16$191
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/113:45 pmDEN - SBA
Nonstop2h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/162:09 pmSBA - DEN
1 stop7h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$201
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Fri 9/1212:14 pmDEN - SBA
1 stop7h 25mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/146:05 amSBA - DEN
1 stop4h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$211
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Fri 9/193:45 pmDEN - SBA
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Tue 9/234:55 pmSBA - DEN
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Deal found 8/18$217
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 10/132:55 pmDEN - SBA
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Fri 10/171:15 pmSBA - DEN
Nonstop2h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$220
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/317:20 pmDEN - SBA
Nonstop2h 42mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/25:30 amSBA - DEN
Nonstop2h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/16$226
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/3112:45 pmDEN - SBA
Nonstop2h 30mSouthwest
Mon 11/311:05 amSBA - DEN
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 8/16$230
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/183:45 pmDEN - SBA
1 stop7h 16mDelta
Tue 9/234:55 pmSBA - DEN
1 stop4h 49mDelta
Deal found 8/18$243
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 12/245:45 amDEN - SBA
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/315:06 pmSBA - DEN
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 10/95:30 amDEN - SBA
1 stop7h 28mDelta
Mon 10/135:01 pmSBA - DEN
1 stop4h 24mDelta
Deal found 8/17$258
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 9/122:15 pmDEN - SBA
Nonstop2h 35mSouthwest
Wed 9/175:40 amSBA - DEN
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/15$259

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Denver 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 August 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Denver to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

Denver

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DenverSanta Barbara

DEN - SBA

DENSBA

Denver Intl

Fri 9/19

7:20 pm-8:54 pm

Nonstop2h 34m

Santa Barbara

Sun 9/21

5:30 am-8:56 am

Nonstop2h 26m

$191

DenverSanta Barbara

DEN - SBA

DENSBA

Denver Intl

Thu 9/11

3:45 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/16

2:09 pm-10:18 pm

1 stop7h 09m

$201

DenverSanta Barbara

DEN - SBA

DENSBA

Denver Intl

Fri 10/31

7:20 pm-9:02 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/2

4:20 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$201

DenverSanta Barbara

DEN - SBA

DENSBA

Denver Intl

Sun 9/28

6:03 am-12:08 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Santa Barbara

Sun 10/5

5:15 am-8:42 am

Nonstop2h 27m

$201

DenverSanta Barbara

DEN - SBA

DENSBA

Denver Intl

Mon 9/15

6:49 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/22

4:36 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop4h 25m

$211

DenverSanta Barbara

DEN - SBA

DENSBA

Denver Intl

Tue 9/9

8:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop5h 24m

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/11

4:36 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 24m

$211

DenverSanta Barbara

DEN - SBA

DENSBA

Denver Intl

Fri 10/31

12:13 pm-6:29 pm

1 stop7h 16m

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/3

4:32 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$211

DenverSanta Barbara

DEN - SBA

DENSBA

Denver Intl

Fri 9/12

12:14 pm-6:39 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Santa Barbara

Sun 9/14

6:05 am-11:29 am

1 stop4h 24m

$211

DenverSanta Barbara

DEN - SBA

DENSBA

Denver Intl

Thu 11/13

7:20 pm-9:02 pm

Nonstop2h 42m

$96

DenverSanta Barbara

DEN - SBA

DENSBA

Denver Intl

Mon 9/29

2:15 pm-3:50 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$96

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Best time to book a flight from Denver to Santa Barbara

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Denver to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Denver to Santa Barbara, you should look to book at least 82 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 Denver to Santa Barbara?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Denver 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 August 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Denver to Santa Barbara is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Denver to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on August 17, 2025.

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

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 August 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Denver 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
8,925 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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
4,246 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

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 Denver 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 airports do I use to fly from Denver to Santa Barbara?

    Santa Barbara is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Santa Barbara from Denver Intl. Booking flights from Denver Intl (DEN) to Santa Barbara (SBA) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily flights to Santa Barbara from 4 different airlines. 2h 34m is how long a flight from Denver to Santa Barbara will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Denver to Santa Barbara flight route?

    The Denver Intl to Santa Barbara flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Departing from Denver to Santa Barbara will take you 2h 34m. Airlines will cover a distance of 914 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Denver to Santa Barbara is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $216 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $223 and $228 round-trip. Delta is currently priced 38% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Denver to Santa Barbara are United Airlines (67%), Southwest (62%) and Copa Airlines (45%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Denver to Santa Barbara? While on average our users pay $297, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $92. The most popular route (Denver Intl - Santa Barbara), is priced around $191.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Denver 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 August 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$216Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$223Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$240Average$359FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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