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$167+ Cheap flights from Irvine, CA to Santa Barbara (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 12/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SBA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Irvine to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Irvine to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$179
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$167
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$239
From Irvine to Santa Barbara
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($42 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Irvine to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Irvine to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/271:00 pmLAX - SBA
Nonstop0h 53mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/36:00 amSBA - LAX
Nonstop1h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$179
This lastminute.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 lastminute.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/139:10 pmLAX - SBA
1 stop13h 22mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 9/207:30 amSBA - LAX
1 stop12h 41mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/29$306
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2712:00 pmLAX - SBA
1 stop6h 39mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/37:30 amSBA - LAX
1 stop16h 31mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$312

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Irvine 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Irvine to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

Irvine

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

1:00 pm-1:53 pm

Nonstop0h 53m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-7:03 am

Nonstop1h 03m

$179

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Sat 9/13

9:10 pm-10:32 am

1 stop13h 22m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/20

7:30 am-8:11 pm

1 stop12h 41m

$306

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Wed 8/27

12:00 pm-6:39 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/3

7:30 am-12:01 am

1 stop16h 31m

$312

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Sat 12/6

9:15 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop20h 59m

$167

Los AngelesSanta Barbara

LAX - SBA

LAXSBA

Los Angeles

Sun 9/14

10:29 pm-8:09 pm

1 stop21h 40m

$182

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Deals found on 7/31

Best time to book a flight from Irvine to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Irvine to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Irvine 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 IR9 to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Irvine 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 July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Irvine to Santa Barbara as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Irvine to Santa Barbara

Explore weekly flight availability from Irvine to Santa Barbara. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated July 31, 2025.

The most flights from IR9 to SBA are scheduled on a Thursday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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 July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and United Airlines from Irvine 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Irvine 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from Irvine?

    Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Irvine to Santa Barbara. You should not have trouble finding flights to Santa Barbara from Irvine; the airport handles an average of 11 inbound flights from Irvine per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Santa Barbara airport from Irvine. It is only a 8.0 mi journey from Santa Barbara (SBA) to Santa Barbara’s city center.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Irvine to Santa Barbara are Lufthansa (95%), SkyWest Airlines (93%) and United Airlines (93%).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Irvine 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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