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$417+ Cheap flights from Midland to Santa Barbara (MAF - 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MAF — SBA
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Wed 11/26
Wed 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/25. 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 3/37:49 amMAF - SBA
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 3/41:13 pmSBA - MAF
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/25$417
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/24. 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 4/76:47 amMAF - SBA
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/812:41 pmSBA - MAF
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/24$487

Cheap flight deals from Midland to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Midland (MAF) 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 27, 2025.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
1 star

Round-trip from

$417
(American Airlines)

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Average price

$430
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MidlandSanta Barbara

MAF - SBA

MAFSBA

Midland Intl

Tue 3/3

7:49 am-11:43 am

1 stop5h 54m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/4

1:13 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$417

MidlandSanta Barbara

MAF - SBA

MAFSBA

Midland Intl

Tue 4/7

6:47 am-11:54 am

1 stop7h 07m

Santa Barbara

Wed 4/8

12:41 pm-8:07 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$487

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Deals found on 10/25

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Midland to Santa Barbara (average of $223). Flying from Midland to Santa Barbara in January is currently the most expensive (average of $408). 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 October 27, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Midland to Santa Barbara by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

sheila,Mar 2025

DFW - MSP

We were delayed for 3 hours with no real reason or offer for compensation
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,030 reviews

Overall

7.2

Crew

8.0

Food

6.4

Boarding

7.5

Entertainment

6.9

Comfort

7.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

sheila,Mar 2025

DFW - MSP

We were delayed for 3 hours with no real reason or offer for compensation

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Midland 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 Midland to Santa Barbara?

    Airlines like American Airlines fly from Midland to Santa Barbara in about 5h 54m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Midland and Santa Barbara is about 1032 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Midland to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $305, was found to be the cheapest airline from Midland to Santa Barbara..

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Midland to Santa Barbara (average of $223). Flying from Midland to Santa Barbara in January is currently the most expensive (average of $408). 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 Midland to Santa Barbara

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Midland 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 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$305Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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