$193+ Cheap flights from Milwaukee to Santa Barbara (MKE - 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 10/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKE — SBA
Oct 23 — Oct 301
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Milwaukee to Santa BarbaraExplore the most affordable flight options available from Milwaukee to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 23, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Milwaukee to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 23, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/21. 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 10/285:45 pm -
1 stop6h 30m
Mon 11/211:05 am -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 9/21![Southwest logo]()
$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 10/105:00 am -
2 stops9h 45m
Tue 10/1312:35 pm -
1 stop7h 17m
Deal found 9/18![American Airlines logo]()
$390
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 11/266:47 am -
1 stop8h 25m
Fri 11/276:49 am -
1 stop6h 09m
Deal found 9/22![United Airlines logo]()
$397
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 12/242:40 pm -
2 stops11h 04m
Wed 12/302:17 pm -
1 stop6h 54m
Deal found 9/22![United Airlines logo]()
$410
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 11/265:20 am -
2 stops12h 20m
Fri 11/275:20 am -
2 stops9h 55m
Deal found 9/22![Southwest logo]()
$425
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 11/248:00 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Thu 11/2611:10 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 9/22![Southwest logo]()
$441
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 11/248:00 am -
1 stop6h 51m
Thu 11/266:00 am -
2 stops14h 50m
Deal found 9/22![United Airlines logo]()
$446
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 12/242:07 pm -
2 stops9h 52m
Wed 12/307:02 pm -
2 stops13h 02m
Deal found 9/22![American Airlines logo]()
$448
Best flights from Milwaukee to Santa BarbaraDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Milwaukee to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 23, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Milwaukee to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 23, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/19. 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.
Fri 1/16:50 am -
1 stop6h 35m
Sat 1/95:20 am -
1 stop5h 50m
Deal found 9/19![Southwest logo]()
$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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 2/247:05 am -
1 stop7h 20m
Sun 2/287:03 pm -
2 stops11h 04m
Deal found 9/20![American Airlines logo]()
$446
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 10/302:35 pm -
1 stop8h 33m
Sun 11/15:00 am -
1 stop6h 34m
Deal found 9/18![United Airlines logo]()
$453
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 10/2211:42 am -
2 stops10h 11m
Thu 10/296:52 pm -
2 stops11h 15m
Deal found 9/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$507
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 11/105:00 am -
1 stop9h 54m
Wed 11/112:21 pm -
1 stop5h 54m
Deal found 9/22![United Airlines logo]()
$505
Last-minute flights from Milwaukee to Santa BarbaraDiscover last-minute flight deals from Milwaukee to Santa Barbara. Data last updated September 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Milwaukee to Santa Barbara. Data last updated September 23, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 10/105:00 am -
2 stops9h 45m
Tue 10/1312:35 pm -
1 stop7h 17m
Deal found 9/18![American Airlines logo]()
$390
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 10/105:00 am -
1 stop9h 44m
Tue 10/131:46 pm -
1 stop7h 13m
Deal found 9/18![United Airlines logo]()
$505
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 10/2211:42 am -
2 stops10h 11m
Thu 10/296:52 pm -
2 stops11h 15m
Deal found 9/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$507
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/21. 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 10/285:45 pm -
1 stop6h 30m
Mon 11/211:05 am -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 9/21![Southwest logo]()
$385
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 10/302:35 pm -
1 stop8h 33m
Sun 11/15:00 am -
1 stop6h 34m
Deal found 9/18![United Airlines logo]()
$453
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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.
Fri 10/3012:21 pm -
2 stops12h 14m
Sun 11/17:18 pm -
2 stops10h 30m
Deal found 9/18![American Airlines logo]()
$463
One-way flights from Milwaukee to Santa BarbaraSearch for one-way flight options from Milwaukee to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 23, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Milwaukee to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 23, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/21. 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 11/27:40 pm -
1 stop6h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/21![Southwest logo]()
$193
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 11/256:15 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/22![Southwest logo]()
$249
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 11/258:50 am -
2 stops10h 38m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/22![United Airlines logo]()
$254
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/21. 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 10/85:45 am -
1 stop6h 50m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/21![Southwest logo]()
$319
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/25:45 pm -
3 stops49h 56m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/21![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$558
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/266:30 am -
3 stops29h 02m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/22![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$672
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/86:02 pm -
3 stops48h 57m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/20![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$683
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/22. 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.
Mon 10/2612:41 pm -
2 stops11h 28m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/22![Delta logo]()
$725
Find flight deals from Milwaukee to Santa Barbara
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Milwaukee (MKE) 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 September 23, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $385 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $193 (Southwest) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $496 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Milwaukee 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milwaukee to Santa Barbara that are best for you.
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Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
MilwaukeeSanta Barbara
MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - SBA Santa Barbara
MKESBA
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Mon 10/26
7:35 pm-12:10 am
1 stop6h 35m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$193
Quickest round-trip
MilwaukeeSanta Barbara
MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - SBA Santa Barbara
MKESBA
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Mon 11/2
7:40 pm-11:45 pm
1 stop6h 05m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$193
MilwaukeeSanta Barbara
MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - SBA Santa Barbara
MKESBA
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Mon 10/26
5:00 am-12:45 pm
2 stops9h 45m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$198
MilwaukeeSanta Barbara
MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - SBA Santa Barbara
MKESBA
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Thu 10/8
5:45 am-10:35 am
1 stop6h 50m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$319
MilwaukeeSanta Barbara
MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - SBA Santa Barbara
MKESBA
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Fri 1/1
6:50 am-11:25 am
1 stop6h 35m
Santa Barbara
Sat 1/9
5:20 am-1:10 pm
1 stop5h 50m
$397
MilwaukeeSanta Barbara
MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - SBA Santa Barbara
MKESBA
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Wed 2/24
7:05 am-12:25 pm
1 stop7h 20m
Santa Barbara
Sun 2/28
7:03 pm-8:07 am
2 stops11h 04m
$446
MilwaukeeSanta Barbara
MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - SBA Santa Barbara
MKESBA
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Fri 10/30
2:35 pm-9:08 pm
1 stop8h 33m
Santa Barbara
Sun 11/1
5:00 am-1:34 pm
1 stop6h 34m
$453
MilwaukeeSanta Barbara
MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - SBA Santa Barbara
MKESBA
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Tue 11/10
5:00 am-12:54 pm
1 stop9h 54m
Santa Barbara
Wed 11/11
2:21 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop5h 54m
$505
MilwaukeeSanta Barbara
MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - SBA Santa Barbara
MKESBA
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Thu 10/22
11:42 am-7:53 pm
2 stops10h 11m
Santa Barbara
Thu 10/29
6:52 pm-8:07 am
2 stops11h 15m
$507
MilwaukeeSanta Barbara
MKE Milwaukee-Mitchell - SBA Santa Barbara
MKESBA
Milwaukee-Mitchell
Mon 11/2
5:45 pm-5:41 pm
3 stops49h 56m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$558
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Milwaukee to Santa Barbara in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Milwaukee-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Milwaukee-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Milwaukee-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Milwaukee-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Milwaukee-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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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 September 23, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest and United Airlines from Milwaukee 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.
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$320 | Average$570 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$422 | Average$502 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |