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$149+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara (IND - 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — SBA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Indianapolis (IND) 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

$297
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$149
(American Airlines)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

July

Average price

$528
From Indianapolis to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/293:43 pmIND - SBA
1 stop8h 22mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/15:15 amSBA - IND
1 stop6h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/10$297
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/297:45 pmIND - SBA
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Tue 8/55:40 amSBA - IND
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$332
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.
Tue 7/298:15 amIND - SBA
2 stops10h 52mDelta
Tue 8/54:50 pmSBA - IND
2 stops13h 59mDelta
Deal found 6/11$342
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.
Wed 7/22:33 pmIND - SBA
2 stops10h 31mAmerican Airlines
Wed 7/97:04 pmSBA - IND
2 stops13h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$353

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Mon 9/29

3:43 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/1

5:15 am-2:36 pm

1 stop6h 21m

$297

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Tue 7/29

7:45 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/5

5:40 am-2:20 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$332

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Tue 7/29

8:15 am-4:07 pm

2 stops10h 52m

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/5

4:50 pm-9:49 am

2 stops13h 59m

$342

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Wed 7/2

2:33 pm-10:04 pm

2 stops10h 31m

Santa Barbara

Wed 7/9

7:04 pm-11:10 am

2 stops13h 06m

$353

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Mon 8/18

6:13 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 09m

$149

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Mon 8/18

7:00 am-11:59 pm

3 stops19h 59m

$318

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara

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

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Indianapolis 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 20% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Indianapolis 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 Indianapolis to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    United Airlines, at $297, was found to be the cheapest airline from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Southwest and Delta. Users have found that United Airlines is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Indianapolis 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 4 airlines flying from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Indianapolis 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
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$381FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$349FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$371Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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