Santa Barbara

$135+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 9/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — SBA
Aug 23 — Aug 301
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from New York to Santa Barbara are usually found in September or July, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from New York to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from New York (NYC) 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 August 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$269
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$135
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$457
From New York (NYC) to Santa Barbara
One-way flight from New York (NYC) to Santa Barbara
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($59 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from New York to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from New York to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/204:00 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop9h 14mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/236:52 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$269
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/315:30 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/91:17 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$270
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/316:30 amLGA - SBA
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/912:22 pmSBA - LGA
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$270
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.
Sat 9/206:00 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 31mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/236:05 amSBA - EWR
2 stops12h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$274
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/166:24 amLGA - SBA
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/236:05 amSBA - LGA
2 stops11h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$274
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/315:10 pmJFK - SBA
1 stop7h 47mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/91:17 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$275
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/167:40 amLGA - SBA
2 stops11h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/246:05 amSBA - LGA
2 stops12h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$279
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/161:15 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop9h 48mDelta
Tue 9/234:55 pmSBA - EWR
2 stops15h 11mDelta
Deal found 8/17$282
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.
Tue 9/97:00 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 24mAmerican Airlines
Thu 9/114:36 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop10h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$283
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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.
Sat 8/3012:59 pmJFK - SBA
1 stop8h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/66:05 amSBA - JFK
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$283
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/31:15 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop9h 48mDelta
Tue 10/75:01 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop9h 57mDelta
Deal found 8/18$287
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.
Thu 9/115:24 pmJFK - SBA
1 stop7h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/161:17 pmSBA - JFK
1 stop7h 15mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$287

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from New York to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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New York

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Santa Barbara

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NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Sat 9/20

7:00 am-12:28 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/23

6:05 am-4:29 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$269

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Tue 10/21

11:45 am-4:13 pm

1 stop7h 28m

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/25

5:15 am-5:20 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$269

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Sat 10/4

6:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop8h 31m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/7

1:01 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 58m

$269

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Sat 10/11

5:20 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/14

8:40 pm-7:15 am

1 stop7h 35m

$269

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Sat 8/30

5:30 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 52m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/6

6:05 am-4:29 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$269

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Sat 9/20

4:00 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/23

6:52 pm-5:39 am

1 stop7h 47m

$269

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Tue 9/16

7:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/23

6:05 am-4:29 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$269

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Sun 8/31

5:30 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 52m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/9

1:17 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$270

New YorkSanta Barbara

LGA - SBA

LGASBA

New York LaGuardia

Sun 8/31

6:30 am-11:22 am

1 stop7h 52m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/9

12:22 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$270

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Tue 10/21

10:44 am-6:29 pm

1 stop10h 45m

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/25

6:05 am-10:29 pm

2 stops13h 24m

$274

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from New York to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from New York to Santa Barbara is 79 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 August 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from New York to Santa Barbara is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from New York 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 August 18, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from New York to Santa Barbara have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
8.0
Very good

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York 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 York?

    For a flight from New York to Santa Barbara, you will be flying into Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara (SBA) is just 8.0 mi from the center of the city. Santa Barbara is the only Santa Barbara airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from New York per day. 3 airlines have flights to Santa Barbara from New York on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from New York to Santa Barbara?

    For as low as $269, American Airlines can have you in Santa Barbara from New York in 7h 28m. New York and Santa Barbara are separated by a distance of 2508 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from New York to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from New York to Santa Barbara round-trip from $156. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $274, and American Airlines, from $282. These flights start at 68% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York 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 York to Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$156Average$398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$274Average$513FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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