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$135+ Cheap flights from New Jersey 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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
EWR — SBA
Aug 7 — Aug 141
Thu 8/7
Thu 8/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from New Jersey to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New Jersey to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated August 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$269
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$135
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$356
From New Jersey to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from New Jersey to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Jersey to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 2, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/234:59 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/36:52 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/1$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/266:30 amLGA - SBA
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/312:22 pmSBA - LGA
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$269
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Tue 9/166:00 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/206:05 amSBA - EWR
2 stops13h 11mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/1$274
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/263:25 pmLGA - SBA
1 stop8h 29mUnited Airlines
Wed 9/36:52 pmSBA - LGA
2 stops11h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/212:10 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop10h 58mDelta
Tue 9/95:00 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop10h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/1$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Sun 8/316:30 amJFK - SBA
2 stops12h 39mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/74:36 pmSBA - JFK
2 stops15h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/1$293
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Tue 8/2612:29 pmJFK - SBA
1 stop10h 39mDelta
Wed 9/312:40 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop8h 47mDelta
Deal found 7/31$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/253:00 pmLGA - SBA
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Thu 9/48:13 amSBA - LGA
1 stop9h 13mDelta
Deal found 7/31$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/85:00 pmPHL - SBA
1 stop8h 02mDelta
Mon 9/155:50 amSBA - PHL
1 stop8h 54mDelta
Deal found 7/31$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 8/286:38 amPHL - SBA
1 stop7h 44mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/171:17 pmSBA - PHL
2 stops8h 53mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$338
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/147:12 pmPHL - SBA
1 stop26h 44mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/177:44 pmSBA - PHL
1 stop19h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/1$345
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/195:30 pmEWR - SBA
2 stops29h 19mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/237:39 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop16h 21mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/1$346

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Jersey 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 August 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Jersey to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

New Jersey

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Sat 8/23

4:59 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/3

6:52 pm-5:39 am

1 stop7h 47m

$269

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/26

6:30 am-11:22 am

1 stop7h 52m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/3

12:22 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$269

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Tue 9/16

6:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 31m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/20

6:05 am-10:16 pm

2 stops13h 11m

$274

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Tue 8/26

3:25 pm-8:54 pm

1 stop8h 29m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/3

6:52 pm-9:16 am

2 stops11h 24m

$274

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Tue 9/2

12:10 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop10h 58m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/9

5:00 pm-6:20 am

1 stop10h 20m

$277

New YorkSanta Barbara

JFK - SBA

JFKSBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 8/31

6:30 am-4:09 pm

2 stops12h 39m

Santa Barbara

Sun 9/7

4:36 pm-11:00 am

2 stops15h 24m

$293

New YorkSanta Barbara

JFK - SBA

JFKSBA

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 8/26

6:45 am-11:54 am

1 stop8h 09m

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/5

8:13 am-7:35 pm

1 stop8h 22m

$297

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Mon 8/25

3:00 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Santa Barbara

Thu 9/4

8:13 am-8:26 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$297

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Mon 9/8

5:00 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/15

5:50 am-5:44 pm

1 stop8h 54m

$333

PhiladelphiaSanta Barbara

PHL - SBA

PHLSBA

Philadelphia

Thu 8/28

6:38 am-11:22 am

1 stop7h 44m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/17

1:17 pm-1:10 am

2 stops8h 53m

$338

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

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Best time to book a flight from New Jersey to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New Jersey to Santa Barbara

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

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

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 August 2, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from New Jersey to Santa Barbara by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
7,983 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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
8,904 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

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 New Jersey 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from New Jersey?

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

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $135 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $144 and Alaska Airlines from $148 one-way.

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

    The most popular route from New Jersey to Santa Barbara is Philadelphia - Santa Barbara. You may also consider New York John F Kennedy Intl - Santa Barbara or Newark - Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New Jersey 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 New Jersey to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New Jersey to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from New Jersey 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 3 airlines flying from New Jersey to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from New Jersey 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 August 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$506FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$286Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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