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$214+ Cheap flights from Grand Rapids to Santa Barbara (GRR - 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 7/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
GRR — SBA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Grand Rapids to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Grand Rapids (GRR) 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$352
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$214
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$526
From Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Grand Rapids to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Grand Rapids to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Sat 8/27:00 amGRR - SBA
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/912:14 pmSBA - GRR
1 stop9h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$352
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/1112:51 pmGRR - SBA
1 stop10h 32mDelta
Sat 7/194:50 pmSBA - GRR
2 stops13h 52mDelta
Deal found 6/11$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/36:00 amGRR - SBA
2 stops13h 12mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/96:45 pmSBA - GRR
2 stops11h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/11$471
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/114:40 pmGRR - SBA
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Fri 6/1311:00 amSBA - GRR
2 stops10h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$836

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Grand Rapids

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Santa Barbara

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Grand RapidsSanta Barbara

GRR - SBA

GRRSBA

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Sat 8/2

7:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 20m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/9

12:14 pm-12:26 am

1 stop9h 12m

$352

Grand RapidsSanta Barbara

GRR - SBA

GRRSBA

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Fri 7/11

12:51 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop10h 32m

Santa Barbara

Sat 7/19

4:50 pm-9:42 am

2 stops13h 52m

$413

Grand RapidsSanta Barbara

GRR - SBA

GRRSBA

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Sun 8/3

6:00 am-4:12 pm

2 stops13h 12m

Santa Barbara

Sat 8/9

6:45 pm-9:07 am

2 stops11h 22m

$471

Grand RapidsSanta Barbara

GRR - SBA

GRRSBA

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Mon 7/21

7:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 20m

$214

Grand RapidsSanta Barbara

GRR - SBA

GRRSBA

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Thu 7/17

3:45 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop8h 36m

$259

Grand RapidsSanta Barbara

GRR - SBA

GRRSBA

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Tue 6/24

6:00 am-4:12 pm

2 stops13h 12m

$269

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Deals found on 6/12

Best time to book a flight from Grand Rapids to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Grand Rapids to Santa Barbara

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Grand Rapids 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 June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 44% on flights from Grand Rapids to Santa Barbara by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Barbara ranges from 0.0 - 3.5 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Santa Barbara when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 June 12, 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Grand Rapids 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Grand Rapids to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($352), Delta ($413), and United Airlines ($471) offers the cheapest pricing from Grand Rapids to Santa Barbara. American Airlines is priced at 35% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $214 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $259 and Delta from $269 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Grand Rapids 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 Grand Rapids to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Grand Rapids to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Grand Rapids 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 2 airlines flying from Grand Rapids to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Grand Rapids 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$355Average$480FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$416Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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