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$317+ Cheap flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara (IND - 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IND — SBA
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$317
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

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May

Average price

$607
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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 October 30, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/177:35 amIND - SBA
1 stop7h 22mDelta
Thu 11/208:25 amSBA - IND
1 stop7h 37mDelta
Deal found 10/29$463
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:00 amIND - SBA
2 stops10h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/288:33 pmSBA - IND
1 stop6h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$476
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/247:50 amIND - SBA
1 stop8h 47mAmerican Airlines
Sun 12/281:20 pmSBA - IND
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$513
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/216:00 amIND - SBA
1 stop12h 00mSouthwest
Mon 11/243:35 pmSBA - IND
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 10/29$514
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/205:50 pmIND - SBA
1 stop7h 37mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/51:20 pmSBA - IND
1 stop5h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$539
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/218:00 amIND - SBA
2 stops11h 09mDelta
Mon 11/244:59 pmSBA - IND
2 stops13h 01mDelta
Deal found 10/29$559

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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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Indianapolis

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Depart

Return

Price

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Tue 1/13

11:20 am-4:35 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/27

6:00 am-2:35 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$317

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Thu 2/26

5:11 pm-10:36 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/1

12:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$403

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Mon 11/17

7:35 am-11:57 am

1 stop7h 22m

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/20

8:25 am-7:02 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$463

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Wed 12/24

9:00 am-4:25 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Santa Barbara

Sun 12/28

8:33 pm-6:10 am

1 stop6h 37m

$476

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Wed 11/19

4:30 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops10h 14m

$644

IndianapolisSanta Barbara

IND - SBA

INDSBA

Indianapolis

Wed 11/19

5:26 am-11:38 am

1 stop9h 12m

$794

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Deals found on 10/30

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Indianapolis-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Indianapolis-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Indianapolis-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Indianapolis-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 Indianapolis-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 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara (average of $96). Flying from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara in November is currently the most expensive (average of $158). 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 October 30, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

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 October 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
11,035 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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 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.

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

    Southwest and American Airlines can get you from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara in just under 8h 15m. Your travel time can differ by up to 10m. There are 1872 mi between Indianapolis and Santa Barbara. 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 Indianapolis to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $296, was found to be the cheapest airline from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Delta. Users have found that American Airlines is 36% 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara (average of $96). Flying from Indianapolis to Santa Barbara in November is currently the most expensive (average of $158). 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$296Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$596FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$371Average$586FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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