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$142+ Cheap flights from Louisiana 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 9/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSY — SBA
Jun 21 — Jun 281
Sat 6/21
Sat 6/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Louisiana to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Louisiana to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated June 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$308
(Southwest)

One-way from

$142
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$283
From Louisiana to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Louisiana to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Louisiana to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 16, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/15. 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.
Thu 10/27:25 pmMSY - SBA
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Mon 10/611:15 amSBA - MSY
1 stop7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/15$308
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 7/412:48 pmMSY - SBA
1 stop9h 27mDelta
Fri 7/118:15 amSBA - MSY
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 6/14$356
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Thu 7/311:20 pmMSY - SBA
2 stops10h 44mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/56:12 amSBA - MSY
2 stops9h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/14$365
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Thu 7/314:53 pmMSY - SBA
1 stop27h 47mAlaska Airlines
Mon 8/47:30 pmSBA - MSY
1 stop8h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/14$403
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Fri 7/182:36 pmMSY - SBA
1 stop8h 45mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/215:01 amSBA - MSY
1 stop6h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/14$427

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

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Louisiana

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

New OrleansSanta Barbara

MSY - SBA

MSYSBA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 10/2

7:25 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/6

11:15 am-8:20 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$308

New OrleansSanta Barbara

MSY - SBA

MSYSBA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/4

12:48 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop9h 27m

Santa Barbara

Fri 7/11

8:15 am-6:16 pm

1 stop8h 01m

$356

New OrleansSanta Barbara

MSY - SBA

MSYSBA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/31

1:20 pm-10:04 pm

2 stops10h 44m

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/5

6:12 am-5:24 pm

2 stops9h 12m

$365

New OrleansSanta Barbara

MSY - SBA

MSYSBA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Thu 7/31

4:53 pm-6:40 pm

1 stop27h 47m

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/4

7:30 pm-5:50 am

1 stop8h 20m

$403

New OrleansSanta Barbara

MSY - SBA

MSYSBA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Fri 7/18

2:36 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop8h 45m

Santa Barbara

Mon 7/21

5:01 am-1:30 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$427

New OrleansSanta Barbara

MSY - SBA

MSYSBA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/16

5:20 am-11:33 am

1 stop8h 13m

$142

New OrleansSanta Barbara

MSY - SBA

MSYSBA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Tue 9/16

11:57 am-10:14 pm

3 stops12h 17m

$197

New OrleansSanta Barbara

MSY - SBA

MSYSBA

New Orleans Louis Armstrong

Sun 7/13

7:10 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 55m

$249

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 6/14

Best time to book a flight from Louisiana to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Louisiana to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $477). 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 LA to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Louisiana 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 16, 2025.

When flying from Louisiana to Santa Barbara, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 16, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,963 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
8,801 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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 Louisiana 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 Louisiana?

    For a flight from Louisiana to Santa Barbara, you will be flying into Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara (SBA) is just 8.0 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Louisiana to Santa Barbara one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $142. Users have also found prices from $197 and $249 on United Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Louisiana to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Louisiana to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $477). 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 Louisiana to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Louisiana 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 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$325Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$347Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$349Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$377Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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