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$135+ Cheap flights from Newark (EWR) 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 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Newark to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Newark (EWR) 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
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$135
(American Airlines)

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$427
From Newark to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Newark to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Newark to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

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 9/207:00 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/236:05 amSBA - EWR
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$269
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 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.
Thu 10/307:05 amEWR - SBA
2 stops12h 06mDelta
Sat 11/812:40 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Deal found 8/17$292
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.
Thu 9/1112:11 pmEWR - SBA
1 stop10h 52mDelta
Mon 9/154:55 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop10h 10mDelta
Deal found 8/17$297
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:35 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 14mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/85:30 amSBA - EWR
1 stop9h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$304
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/27:00 amEWR - SBA
1 stop9h 51mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/162:09 pmSBA - EWR
1 stop7h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$308
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 9/67:00 amEWR - SBA
1 stop8h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/76:05 amSBA - EWR
1 stop7h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/16$309
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/311:45 amEWR - SBA
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/78:40 pmSBA - EWR
2 stops9h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/17$313

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

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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

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

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

Tue 9/16

1:15 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/23

4:55 pm-11:06 am

2 stops15h 11m

$282

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Thu 9/11

5:29 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop7h 48m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/16

6:05 am-4:29 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$283

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Wed 9/17

7:00 am-12:24 pm

1 stop8h 24m

$135

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Sun 8/31

5:30 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 52m

$135

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Tue 9/16

12:11 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop10h 52m

$139

NewarkSanta Barbara

EWR - SBA

EWRSBA

Newark

Wed 9/17

7:19 am-6:41 pm

1 stop14h 22m

$164

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Best time to book a flight from Newark to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Newark Airport 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 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Newark Airport 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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 Newark 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 Newark?

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from Newark, you will be flying to Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara. There are 0 flights from Newark to Santa Barbara per day from 3 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Currently priced at $282, American Airlines will fly you from Newark Airport to Santa Barbara and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from United Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $286 and $336, respectively. American Airlines is 43% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Newark 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 Newark Airport to Santa Barbara?

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Newark 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$282Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$286Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$336Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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