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$136+ Cheap flights from LaGuardia, NY (LGA) 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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGA — SBA
Apr 10 — Apr 171
Fri 4/10
Fri 4/17
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from LaGuardia to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from LaGuardia to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from LaGuardia to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 11, 2026.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/156:10 am
LGA
-
SBA
1 stop8h 03m
United Airlines
Tue 4/2112:30 pm
SBA
-
LGA
1 stop7h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/8$271
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/153:05 pm
LGA
-
SBA
2 stops10h 45m
Southwest
Tue 4/216:40 am
SBA
-
LGA
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8$276
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Sat 4/188:05 am
LGA
-
SBA
2 stops10h 25m
United Airlines
Sat 4/256:00 am
SBA
-
LGA
2 stops9h 44m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/6$282
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/212:15 pm
LGA
-
SBA
1 stop10h 35m
Southwest
Tue 4/286:40 am
SBA
-
LGA
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9$284
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Sat 4/253:18 pm
LGA
-
SBA
1 stop9h 05m
United Airlines
Sat 5/21:10 pm
SBA
-
LGA
1 stop7h 14m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/10$291
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/76:00 am
LGA
-
SBA
1 stop9h 12m
American Airlines
Tue 4/141:02 pm
SBA
-
LGA
1 stop7h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/10$297
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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 5/96:00 am
LGA
-
SBA
1 stop9h 12m
American Airlines
Sun 5/107:13 pm
SBA
-
LGA
2 stops11h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/7$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Sat 5/912:55 pm
LGA
-
SBA
2 stops12h 40m
Delta
Wed 5/135:50 am
SBA
-
LGA
2 stops10h 57m
Delta
Deal found 3/8$307
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 4/86:00 am
LGA
-
SBA
1 stop9h 12m
American Airlines
Wed 4/151:02 pm
SBA
-
LGA
1 stop7h 50m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/9$310

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(United Airlines)

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Customize your flight search to find flights from LaGuardia 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 March 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Sat 4/18

6:10 am-1:49 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/25

5:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$276

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Tue 5/12

7:20 am-5:53 pm

2 stops13h 33m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/16

12:37 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$376

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/16

6:00 am-1:39 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/19

6:25 am-8:57 pm

2 stops11h 32m

$382

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Sat 5/2

3:21 pm-9:03 pm

1 stop8h 42m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

5:00 am-5:23 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$391
Quickest round-trip

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Thu 4/16

6:10 am-11:13 am

1 stop8h 03m

Santa Barbara

Sun 4/19

12:30 pm-11:28 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$407

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/29

3:18 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/3

5:00 am-5:23 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$407

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/8

3:18 pm-9:23 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Santa Barbara

Sat 4/18

5:00 am-3:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$417

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Thu 3/26

2:30 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops11h 45m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/31

6:15 am-7:25 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$428
Cheapest one-way
Quickest one-way

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Wed 4/22

6:10 am-11:13 am

1 stop8h 03m

$146

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 5/18

12:55 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops11h 55m

$195

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Best time to book a flight from LaGuardia to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $134). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara in November is currently the most expensive (average of $242). 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 March 11, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,414 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,414 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,414 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,419 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,414 reviews

Crew

8.1

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

7.7

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Oct 2024

EWR - DEN

Terribly delayed flight, missed ongoing flight, hotel very downmarket Food voucher not accepted in hotel

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from LaGuardia 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 New York LaGuardia?

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from New York LaGuardia, you will be flying to Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara. There are 0 flights from New York LaGuardia to Santa Barbara per day from 2 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara in about 10h 29m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 11m. The distance from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara is about 2523 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($216), and United Airlines ($276) offers the cheapest pricing from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara. Users have found that American Airlines is 51% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara are Delta ($148), American Airlines ($174), and United Airlines ($175).

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from LaGuardia 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 New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $134). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara in November is currently the most expensive (average of $242). 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 LaGuardia to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from LaGuardia 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 March 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$276Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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