$159+ Cheap flights from Nashville to Santa Barbara (BNA - SBA)
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BNA — SBA
Oct 20 — Oct 271
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Nashville to Santa BarbaraExplore 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 September 20, 2026.
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 September 20, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 10/75:00 am -
1 stop8h 45m
Wed 10/141:30 pm -
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Deal found 9/17![American Airlines logo]()
$317
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/206:00 am -
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Tue 10/2710:07 am -
2 stops9h 42m
Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$322
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Tue 11/245:00 am -
1 stop8h 54m
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Deal found 9/17![American Airlines logo]()
$341
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/212:56 pm -
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Mon 10/261:56 pm -
1 stop7h 03m
Deal found 9/19![United Airlines logo]()
$357
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 9/19![American Airlines logo]()
$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
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Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$367
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 10/246:00 am -
2 stops11h 17m
Tue 10/276:10 am -
2 stops9h 06m
Deal found 9/18![American Airlines logo]()
$368
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 10/162:27 pm -
2 stops9h 29m
Mon 10/194:21 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$390
Best flights from Nashville to Santa BarbaraDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Nashville to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 20, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Nashville to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 20, 2026.
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 10/2412:39 pm -
2 stops9h 50m
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1 stop7h 03m
Deal found 9/18![United Airlines logo]()
$362
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.
Thu 10/224:40 pm -
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1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 9/19![Southwest logo]()
$422
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 10/162:27 pm -
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1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/317:00 am -
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Deal found 9/15![United Airlines logo]()
$417
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Sat 10/32:56 pm -
1 stop7h 33m
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Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$477
Last-minute flights from Nashville to Santa BarbaraDiscover last-minute flight deals from Nashville to Santa Barbara. Data last updated September 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Nashville to Santa Barbara. Data last updated September 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Wed 10/75:00 am -
1 stop8h 45m
Wed 10/141:30 pm -
1 stop5h 46m
Deal found 9/17![American Airlines logo]()
$317
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Fri 10/162:27 pm -
2 stops9h 29m
Mon 10/194:21 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 9/17![United Airlines logo]()
$390
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/206:00 am -
1 stop7h 45m
Tue 10/2710:07 am -
2 stops9h 42m
Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$322
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/212:56 pm -
1 stop9h 55m
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1 stop7h 03m
Deal found 9/19![United Airlines logo]()
$357
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/216:00 am -
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2 stops7h 56m
Deal found 9/19![American Airlines logo]()
$362
This Expedia 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/225:01 pm -
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2 stops25h 13m
Deal found 9/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$415
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 10/246:00 am -
2 stops11h 17m
Tue 10/276:10 am -
2 stops9h 06m
Deal found 9/18![American Airlines logo]()
$368
One-way flights from Nashville to Santa BarbaraSearch for one-way flight options from Nashville to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 20, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Nashville to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 20, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/146:00 am -
1 stop7h 45m
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Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$159
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Mon 10/267:00 am -
1 stop6h 45m
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Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$182
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/308:00 am -
1 stop9h 28m
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![United Airlines logo]()
$204
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/305:00 am -
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Deal found 9/16![American Airlines logo]()
$209
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/192:27 pm -
1 stop8h 43m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/19![United Airlines logo]()
$250
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Sun 10/255:10 am -
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$259
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/266:10 pm -
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Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Southwest logo]()
$274
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Fri 10/237:00 pm -
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Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/16![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$426
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Deal found 9/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$433
Find 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 September 20, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $317 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $159 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $476 |
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Cheapest round-trip
NashvilleSanta Barbara
BNA Nashville Intl - SBA Santa Barbara
BNASBA
Nashville Intl
Mon 10/26
7:00 am-11:45 am
1 stop6h 45m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$182
NashvilleSanta Barbara
BNA Nashville Intl - SBA Santa Barbara
BNASBA
Nashville Intl
Fri 10/23
6:50 pm-12:10 am
1 stop7h 20m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$204
NashvilleSanta Barbara
BNA Nashville Intl - SBA Santa Barbara
BNASBA
Nashville Intl
Fri 10/30
8:00 am-3:28 pm
1 stop9h 28m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$204
NashvilleSanta Barbara
BNA Nashville Intl - SBA Santa Barbara
BNASBA
Nashville Intl
Fri 10/30
5:00 am-12:45 pm
2 stops9h 45m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$209
NashvilleSanta Barbara
BNA Nashville Intl - SBA Santa Barbara
BNASBA
Nashville Intl
Fri 10/23
2:27 pm-10:51 pm
2 stops10h 24m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$209
NashvilleSanta Barbara
BNA Nashville Intl - SBA Santa Barbara
BNASBA
Nashville Intl
Mon 10/19
2:27 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop8h 43m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$250
Quickest round-trip
NashvilleSanta Barbara
BNA Nashville Intl - SBA Santa Barbara
BNASBA
Nashville Intl
Sun 10/25
5:10 am-9:25 am
1 stop6h 15m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$259
NashvilleSanta Barbara
BNA Nashville Intl - SBA Santa Barbara
BNASBA
Nashville Intl
Sat 10/24
12:39 pm-8:29 pm
2 stops9h 50m
Santa Barbara
Tue 10/27
1:56 pm-10:59 pm
1 stop7h 03m
$362
NashvilleSanta Barbara
BNA Nashville Intl - SBA Santa Barbara
BNASBA
Nashville Intl
Fri 10/16
2:27 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop8h 43m
Santa Barbara
Mon 10/19
4:21 pm-12:56 am
1 stop6h 35m
$413
NashvilleSanta Barbara
BNA Nashville Intl - SBA Santa Barbara
BNASBA
Nashville Intl
Sat 10/31
7:00 am-12:59 pm
1 stop7h 59m
Santa Barbara
Tue 11/3
6:20 am-5:11 pm
1 stop8h 51m
$417
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Nashville 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 Nashville-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Nashville-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Nashville-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Nashville-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 Nashville-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Best time to book a flight from Nashville to Santa Barbara
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santa Barbara from Nashville with our price prediction graph.
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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Nashville to Santa Barbara (average of $417). Flying from Nashville to Santa Barbara in November is currently the most expensive (average of $689). 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.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Nashville to Santa Barbara?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Nashville to Santa Barbara flights typically cost between $460 and $613 in October.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $317 on American Airlines (Oct 7-Oct 14).
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 20, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines 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.
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$328 | Average$482 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$330 | Average$462 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$358 | Average$542 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |