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$141+ Cheap flights from Nashville to Santa Barbara (BNA - 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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — SBA
juil. 6 — juil. 131
dim. 7/6
dim. 7/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Nashville to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) 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 juillet 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$281
(Delta)

One-way from

$141
(Delta)

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$512
From Nashville Intl to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Nashville to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nashville to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on juillet 1, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
sam. 8/232:18 pmBNA - SBA
1 stop7h 50mDelta
mer. 9/38:13 amSBA - BNA
1 stop8h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/30$281
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
sam. 8/25:49 amBNA - SBA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
sam. 8/94:39 pmSBA - BNA
2 stops13h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$287
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
jeu. 8/213:25 pmBNA - SBA
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
dim. 8/2410:50 amSBA - BNA
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$383
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
sam. 8/2310:48 amBNA - SBA
3 stops13h 26mUnited Airlines
mer. 9/36:00 amSBA - BNA
2 stops9h 18mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/30$386
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
ven. 8/17:00 amBNA - SBA
1 stop13h 40mAlaska Airlines
dim. 8/37:30 pmSBA - BNA
1 stop8h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/30$455

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

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Nashville

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Santa Barbara

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Return

Price

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

sam. 8/23

2:18 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Santa Barbara

mer. 9/3

8:13 am-6:24 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$281

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

sam. 8/2

5:49 am-11:20 am

1 stop7h 31m

Santa Barbara

sam. 8/9

4:39 pm-7:50 am

2 stops13h 11m

$287

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

jeu. 8/21

3:25 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Santa Barbara

dim. 8/24

10:50 am-6:25 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$383

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

sam. 8/23

10:48 am-10:14 pm

3 stops13h 26m

Santa Barbara

mer. 9/3

6:00 am-5:18 pm

2 stops9h 18m

$386

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

ven. 8/1

7:00 am-6:40 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Santa Barbara

dim. 8/3

7:30 pm-5:40 am

1 stop8h 10m

$455

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

mar. 8/5

12:34 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$141

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

jeu. 8/7

5:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 22m

$176

NashvilleSanta Barbara

BNA - SBA

BNASBA

Nashville Intl

mer. 9/3

10:48 am-10:14 pm

3 stops13h 26m

$196

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Deals found on 7/1

Best time to book a flight from Nashville to Santa Barbara

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Nashville 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 BNA to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Nashville 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 juillet 1, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Nashville to Santa Barbara in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Nashville to Santa Barbara?

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 juillet 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Nashville to Santa Barbara. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
4,275 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,974 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,858 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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 Nashville 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 are the cheapest airlines flying from Nashville to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($281), American Airlines ($287), and Southwest ($383) offers the cheapest pricing from Nashville to Santa Barbara. Users have found that Delta is 35% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Delta, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $141. American Airlines flights start at $176 while deals on United Airlines start at $196 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Nashville 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 Nashville to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Nashville 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 juillet 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$310Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$312Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$316Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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