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$359+ Cheap flights from El Paso to Santa Barbara (ELP - SBA)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 2/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ELP — SBA
Dec 25 — Jan 11
Thu 12/25
Thu 1/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from El Paso to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from El Paso to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 25, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/107:00 amELP - SBA
1 stop7h 08mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/145:05 amSBA - ELP
1 stop7h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/25$392
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/912:16 pmELP - SBA
1 stop4h 46mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/131:10 pmSBA - ELP
1 stop4h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$467
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1212:16 pmELP - SBA
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/166:10 amSBA - ELP
2 stops13h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/24$559
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/127:00 amELP - SBA
2 stops17h 44mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/167:00 amSBA - ELP
2 stops14h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$639
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/97:00 amELP - SBA
1 stop7h 08mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/132:10 pmSBA - ELP
2 stops22h 20mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$660

Cheap flight deals from El Paso to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from El Paso (ELP) 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 November 25, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$359
(American Airlines)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$349
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from El Paso to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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El Paso

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Santa Barbara

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El PasoSanta Barbara

ELP - SBA

ELPSBA

El Paso

Wed 2/18

8:30 am-11:50 am

1 stop4h 20m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/21

6:12 am-10:57 am

1 stop3h 45m

$359

El PasoSanta Barbara

ELP - SBA

ELPSBA

El Paso

Fri 12/12

12:16 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/16

6:10 am-11:38 am

1 stop4h 28m

$392

El PasoSanta Barbara

ELP - SBA

ELPSBA

El Paso

Wed 2/18

7:00 am-10:42 pm

2 stops16h 42m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/21

1:02 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$426

El PasoSanta Barbara

ELP - SBA

ELPSBA

El Paso

Tue 12/9

12:16 pm-4:02 pm

1 stop4h 46m

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

1:10 pm-6:27 pm

1 stop4h 17m

$467

El PasoSanta Barbara

ELP - SBA

ELPSBA

El Paso

Wed 12/10

2:35 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Santa Barbara

Sun 12/14

7:00 am-10:21 pm

2 stops14h 21m

$585

El PasoSanta Barbara

ELP - SBA

ELPSBA

El Paso

Fri 12/12

7:00 am-11:44 pm

2 stops17h 44m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/16

7:00 am-10:21 pm

2 stops14h 21m

$639

El PasoSanta Barbara

ELP - SBA

ELPSBA

El Paso

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-1:08 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

2:10 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops22h 20m

$660

El PasoSanta Barbara

ELP - SBA

ELPSBA

El Paso

Sun 11/30

12:15 pm-1:49 pm

2 stops26h 34m

$954

El PasoSanta Barbara

ELP - SBA

ELPSBA

El Paso

Sun 11/30

7:04 pm-7:01 pm

1 stop24h 57m

$1,322

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Deals found on 11/23

Compare providers for flights from El Paso to Santa Barbara

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from El Paso to Santa Barbara in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on El Paso-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on El Paso-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from El Paso-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on El Paso-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for El Paso-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from El Paso to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from El Paso to Santa Barbara

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Paso to Santa Barbara (average of $101). Flying from El Paso to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $260). 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.

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 November 25, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from El Paso to Santa Barbara, such as American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

sheila,Mar 2025

DFW - MSP

We were delayed for 3 hours with no real reason or offer for compensation
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,038 reviews

Entertainment

6.9

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Overall

7.2

Comfort

7.2

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

sheila,Mar 2025

DFW - MSP

We were delayed for 3 hours with no real reason or offer for compensation

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from El Paso to Santa Barbara. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from El Paso to Santa Barbara?

    For as low as $385, American Airlines can have you in Santa Barbara from El Paso in 4h 15m. The distance between El Paso and Santa Barbara is about 799 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from El Paso to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Currently priced at $318, American Airlines will fly you from El Paso to Santa Barbara and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from El Paso 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 El Paso to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from El Paso to Santa Barbara (average of $101). Flying from El Paso to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $260). 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 airline flying from El Paso to Santa Barbara

Discover the top airline that operate flights from El Paso 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 November 25, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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