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$116+ 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 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LGA — SBA
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
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 December 4, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/3111:40 amLGA - SBA
2 stops12h 25mSouthwest
Tue 1/611:20 amSBA - LGA
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$356
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/313:15 pmLGA - SBA
1 stop9h 33mUnited Airlines
Tue 1/65:00 amSBA - LGA
1 stop7h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$384
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Mon 12/293:30 pmLGA - SBA
2 stops11h 45mSouthwest
Mon 1/51:10 pmSBA - LGA
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$523
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Thu 12/187:17 amLGA - SBA
2 stops12h 08mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/225:00 amSBA - LGA
1 stop9h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$537
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/1711:15 amLGA - SBA
2 stops13h 07mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/48:33 pmSBA - LGA
2 stops12h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$577
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Tue 12/233:15 pmLGA - SBA
1 stop9h 33mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/286:10 amSBA - LGA
2 stops12h 19mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$587

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from LaGuardia (LGA) 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$200
(Southwest)

One-way from

$116
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$642
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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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

LaGuardia

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/6

11:55 am-9:10 pm

2 stops12h 15m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/13

11:20 am-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$227

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/14

2:20 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/20

6:20 am-6:44 pm

2 stops9h 24m

$247

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Fri 2/20

3:25 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Santa Barbara

Thu 2/26

5:00 am-5:24 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$251

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 1/12

10:00 am-5:21 pm

2 stops10h 21m

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/16

5:00 am-5:27 pm

1 stop9h 27m

$256

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Tue 1/27

6:15 am-1:15 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/29

10:45 am-11:43 pm

2 stops9h 58m

$263

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Fri 1/23

10:10 am-5:49 pm

2 stops10h 39m

Santa Barbara

Mon 1/26

10:45 am-11:43 pm

2 stops9h 58m

$275

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/14

2:55 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops11h 49m

Santa Barbara

Sun 1/18

12:59 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$277

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Sat 2/7

7:30 am-3:46 pm

2 stops11h 16m

Santa Barbara

Fri 2/20

12:41 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$307

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/14

11:25 am-4:35 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Santa Barbara

Sun 1/18

11:20 am-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$308

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 3/9

3:10 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop9h 03m

$129

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/3

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from LaGuardia to Santa Barbara in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
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 New York LaGuardia Airport-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on New York LaGuardia Airport-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York LaGuardia Airport-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York LaGuardia Airport-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 New York LaGuardia Airport-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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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 $133). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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 December 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,066 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,047 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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 3 different airlines.

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

    Airlines like Southwest and United Airlines fly from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara in about 11h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 05m. 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, Delta ($148), American Airlines ($216), and United Airlines ($307) offers the cheapest pricing from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara. Users have found that Delta is 67% 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), United Airlines ($165), and American Airlines ($174).

  • 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 $133). Flying from New York LaGuardia Airport to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $261). 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 3 airlines flying from LaGuardia to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 3 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$156Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$307Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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