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$158+ Cheap flights from Minnesota 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 9/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — SBA
ago. 25 — sep. 11
lun. 8/25
lun. 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated agosto 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$308
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$158
(Hawaiian Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$228
From Minnesota to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on agosto 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
mar. 9/22:35 pmFSD - SBA
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 9/66:05 amSBA - FSD
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 11/126:15 amMSP - SBA
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
dom. 11/166:10 amSBA - MSP
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$321
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
mar. 9/26:00 amFSD - SBA
2 stops9h 51mUnited Airlines
sáb. 9/61:01 pmSBA - FSD
1 stop5h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 12/1010:28 amMSP - SBA
2 stops13h 30mAmerican Airlines
vie. 12/1212:41 pmSBA - MSP
1 stop8h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$326
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 10/196:18 amMSP - SBA
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
mié. 10/2212:22 pmSBA - MSP
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$338
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/266:05 amMSP - SBA
1 stop14h 36mAlaska Airlines
lun. 9/297:39 pmSBA - MSP
1 stop16h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/19$346
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
mié. 12/101:50 pmMSP - SBA
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
vie. 12/125:25 amSBA - MSP
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 8/19$348
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/267:10 amMSP - SBA
2 stops13h 29mAmerican Airlines
lun. 9/296:05 amSBA - MSP
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$352
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
vie. 9/192:33 pmMSP - SBA
1 stop6h 06mAmerican Airlines
dom. 9/216:05 amSBA - MSP
1 stop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$359
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 11/11:32 pmMSP - SBA
1 stop8h 20mAlaska Airlines
mar. 11/47:23 amSBA - MSP
1 stop27h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/19$362
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 9/157:53 pmMSP - SBA
1 stop16h 39mAlaska Airlines
lun. 9/227:39 pmSBA - MSP
1 stop16h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/18$366
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
sáb. 10/112:35 pmMSP - SBA
1 stop5h 54mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 10/186:05 amSBA - MSP
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/20$367

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota 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 agosto 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

Minnesota

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisSanta Barbara

MSP - SBA

MSPSBA

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 2/5

2:40 pm-6:14 pm

1 stop29h 34m

Santa Barbara

mar. 2/10

7:15 pm-1:23 pm

1 stop16h 08m

$308

MinneapolisSanta Barbara

MSP - SBA

MSPSBA

Minneapolis St Paul

jue. 1/8

6:15 am-11:38 am

1 stop7h 23m

Santa Barbara

mié. 1/14

1:12 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$309

Sioux FallsSanta Barbara

FSD - SBA

FSDSBA

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

mar. 9/2

2:35 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/6

6:05 am-2:15 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$319

MinneapolisSanta Barbara

MSP - SBA

MSPSBA

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 12/10

6:35 am-11:42 am

1 stop7h 07m

Santa Barbara

vie. 12/12

12:41 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$321

MinneapolisSanta Barbara

MSP - SBA

MSPSBA

Minneapolis St Paul

mié. 11/12

6:15 am-11:38 am

1 stop7h 23m

Santa Barbara

dom. 11/16

6:10 am-1:44 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$321

Sioux FallsSanta Barbara

FSD - SBA

FSDSBA

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

mar. 9/2

6:00 am-1:51 pm

2 stops9h 51m

Santa Barbara

sáb. 9/6

1:01 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$324

MinneapolisSanta Barbara

MSP - SBA

MSPSBA

Minneapolis St Paul

dom. 10/19

6:18 am-11:38 am

1 stop7h 20m

Santa Barbara

mié. 10/22

12:22 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$338

FargoSanta Barbara

FAR - SBA

FARSBA

Fargo Hector Field

dom. 9/7

5:45 am-2:39 pm

2 stops10h 54m

Santa Barbara

vie. 9/12

6:25 pm-4:29 pm

1 stop20h 04m

$469

FargoSanta Barbara

FAR - SBA

FARSBA

Fargo Hector Field

mié. 9/3

5:10 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop5h 44m

Santa Barbara

dom. 9/7

2:32 pm-1:00 pm

2 stops20h 28m

$513

FargoSanta Barbara

FAR - SBA

FARSBA

Fargo Hector Field

jue. 10/23

5:45 am-9:05 pm

1 stop17h 20m

Santa Barbara

dom. 10/26

5:30 am-8:38 pm

1 stop13h 08m

$747

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Minnesota to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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 MN to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 agosto 20, 2025.

When flying from Minnesota 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.

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from Minnesota?

    Santa Barbara (SBA), located 8.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Minnesota to Santa Barbara.

  • How long is the flight from Minnesota to Santa Barbara?

    For as low as $309, Alaska Airlines can have you in Santa Barbara from Minnesota in 7h 23m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1579 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Hawaiian Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $158. American Airlines flights start at $164 while deals on United Airlines start at $168 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Minnesota to Santa Barbara?

    While some choose either Fargo Hector Field - Santa Barbara or Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field - Santa Barbara, Minneapolis St Paul - Santa Barbara is the most popular route from Minnesota to Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Minnesota to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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 Minnesota to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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 agosto 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$272Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$315Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$327Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$343Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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