$193+ Cheap flights from New Orleans to Santa Barbara (MSY - SBA)
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MSY — SBA
Oct 10 — Oct 171
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from New Orleans to Santa BarbaraExplore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 10, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New Orleans to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 10, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/176:30 am -
2 stops11h 33m
Tue 12/15:41 am -
1 stop6h 16m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$390
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/96:20 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Fri 10/1612:35 pm -
1 stop8h 52m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$409
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/167:30 pm -
2 stops18h 35m
Tue 12/15:41 am -
1 stop6h 16m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/176:30 am -
2 stops11h 33m
Wed 12/212:48 pm -
2 stops17h 20m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$434
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/126:12 pm -
1 stop5h 45m
Sun 11/1512:35 pm -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 9/8![American Airlines logo]()
$441
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Thu 11/1211:10 am -
2 stops13h 00m
Sun 11/155:41 am -
1 stop6h 09m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$456
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 11/125:55 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Sun 11/153:15 pm -
1 stop6h 20m
Deal found 9/7![Southwest logo]()
$459
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/125:00 am -
2 stops9h 03m
Sun 11/156:00 am -
2 stops8h 08m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$461
Best flights from New Orleans to Santa BarbaraDiscover carefully curated flight deals from New Orleans to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from New Orleans to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 2/278:00 am -
1 stop6h 55m
Wed 3/31:10 pm -
1 stop6h 17m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 2/278:00 am -
2 stops12h 23m
Wed 3/36:12 am -
2 stops9h 24m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$395
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/75:35 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Sun 10/1110:05 am -
2 stops12h 15m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$502
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 11/1212:29 pm -
2 stops11h 28m
Sun 11/1512:35 pm -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 9/7![American Airlines logo]()
$480
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/182:43 pm -
1 stop7h 16m
Wed 12/21:00 pm -
1 stop6h 27m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$485
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/15:25 pm -
1 stop7h 45m
Mon 10/53:25 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 9/5![Southwest logo]()
$525
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/167:00 am -
2 stops12h 28m
Thu 12/35:00 am -
1 stop6h 36m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$490
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 2/276:08 pm -
1 stop6h 28m
Thu 3/412:28 pm -
1 stop7h 07m
Deal found 9/8![American Airlines logo]()
$541
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/7. 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 11/1210:10 am -
2 stops9h 18m
Sun 11/156:00 am -
2 stops8h 08m
Deal found 9/7![United Airlines logo]()
$495
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/242:17 pm -
2 stops9h 39m
Tue 10/2710:50 am -
2 stops8h 53m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$495
Last-minute flights from New Orleans to Santa BarbaraDiscover last-minute flight deals from New Orleans to Santa Barbara. Data last updated September 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from New Orleans to Santa Barbara. Data last updated September 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 9/306:50 am -
1 stop8h 05m
Mon 10/53:25 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 9/5![Southwest logo]()
$545
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/15:25 pm -
1 stop7h 45m
Mon 10/53:25 pm -
1 stop6h 10m
Deal found 9/5![Southwest logo]()
$525
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Wed 10/76:25 am -
2 stops11h 41m
Mon 10/125:52 am -
1 stop5h 49m
Deal found 9/8![Delta logo]()
$497
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 10/75:35 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Sun 10/1110:05 am -
2 stops12h 15m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$502
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/86:20 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Mon 10/1212:35 pm -
1 stop8h 52m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$535
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/96:20 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Fri 10/1612:35 pm -
1 stop8h 52m
Deal found 9/9![American Airlines logo]()
$409
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/243:43 pm -
2 stops8h 13m
Tue 10/275:00 am -
1 stop6h 38m
Deal found 9/9![United Airlines logo]()
$490
One-way flights from New Orleans to Santa BarbaraSearch for one-way flight options from New Orleans to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from New Orleans to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 10, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/125:55 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![Southwest logo]()
$193
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 11/1212:07 pm -
2 stops9h 52m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$198
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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 2/2712:10 pm -
3 stops11h 05m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/8![United Airlines logo]()
$572
Find flight deals from New Orleans to Santa Barbara
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New Orleans (MSY) 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 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $385 (United Airlines) |
One-way from | $193 (Southwest) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $543 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from New Orleans 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 10, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New Orleans to Santa Barbara that are best for you.
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New OrleansSanta Barbara
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - SBA Santa Barbara
MSYSBA
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 11/12
5:55 pm-10:30 pm
1 stop6h 35m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$193
New OrleansSanta Barbara
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - SBA Santa Barbara
MSYSBA
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 2/27
3:30 pm-11:30 pm
2 stops10h 00m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$198
New OrleansSanta Barbara
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - SBA Santa Barbara
MSYSBA
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 11/12
12:07 pm-7:59 pm
2 stops9h 52m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-2:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$198
New OrleansSanta Barbara
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - SBA Santa Barbara
MSYSBA
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 2/27
8:00 am-12:55 pm
1 stop6h 55m
Santa Barbara
Wed 3/3
1:10 pm-9:27 pm
1 stop6h 17m
$385
New OrleansSanta Barbara
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - SBA Santa Barbara
MSYSBA
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 2/27
8:00 am-6:23 pm
2 stops12h 23m
Santa Barbara
Wed 3/3
6:12 am-5:36 pm
2 stops9h 24m
$395
New OrleansSanta Barbara
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - SBA Santa Barbara
MSYSBA
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 11/12
12:29 pm-9:57 pm
2 stops11h 28m
Santa Barbara
Sun 11/15
12:35 pm-9:35 pm
1 stop7h 00m
$480
New OrleansSanta Barbara
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - SBA Santa Barbara
MSYSBA
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Wed 11/18
2:43 pm-7:59 pm
1 stop7h 16m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/2
1:00 pm-9:27 pm
1 stop6h 27m
$485
New OrleansSanta Barbara
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - SBA Santa Barbara
MSYSBA
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Mon 11/16
7:00 am-5:28 pm
2 stops12h 28m
Santa Barbara
Thu 12/3
5:00 am-1:36 pm
1 stop6h 36m
$490
New OrleansSanta Barbara
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - SBA Santa Barbara
MSYSBA
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Thu 11/12
10:10 am-5:28 pm
2 stops9h 18m
Santa Barbara
Sun 11/15
6:00 am-4:08 pm
2 stops8h 08m
$495
New OrleansSanta Barbara
MSY New Orleans Louis Armstrong - SBA Santa Barbara
MSYSBA
New Orleans Louis Armstrong
Sat 10/24
2:17 pm-9:56 pm
2 stops9h 39m
Santa Barbara
Tue 10/27
10:50 am-9:43 pm
2 stops8h 53m
$495
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New Orleans 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 New Orleans-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New Orleans-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New Orleans-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New Orleans-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 New Orleans-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 10, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from New Orleans to Santa Barbara to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
7.2
Crew
7.9
Entertainment
6.8
Food
6.4
Boarding
7.5
Overall
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Mar 2026
MIA - SFO
Comfort
7.2
Crew
7.9
Entertainment
6.8
Food
6.4
Boarding
7.5
Overall
7.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreAnonymous,Mar 2026
MIA - SFO
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$389 | Average$483 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% |