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$39+ Cheap flights from North America 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 9/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — SBA
août 19 — août 261
mar. 8/19
mar. 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from North America to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for North America to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated août 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$141
(Southwest)

One-way from

$39
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$356

Good round-trip deal

$165 or less

Good one-way deal

$86 or less
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Cheapest flights from North America to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from North America to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on août 14, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
mar. 9/96:15 amSEA - SBA
1 stop4h 10mSouthwest
mar. 9/162:10 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$141
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
mer. 10/2212:50 pmSEA - SBA
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
mer. 10/2911:15 amSBA - SEA
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$146
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
jeu. 9/118:45 pmPHX - SBA
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
jeu. 9/181:17 pmSBA - PHX
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$149
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
sam. 11/811:15 amSEA - SBA
1 stop4h 51mDelta
mar. 11/115:00 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop5h 14mDelta
Deal found 8/13$149
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
sam. 9/206:25 amSEA - SBA
1 stop3h 50mSouthwest
mar. 9/2311:00 amSBA - SEA
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$154
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
mer. 10/17:55 amSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 37mAlaska Airlines
mer. 10/87:40 pmSBA - SEA
Nonstop2h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/14$157
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
ven. 10/178:25 pmPHX - SBA
Nonstop1h 34mAmerican Airlines
mar. 10/214:30 pmSBA - PHX
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/14$158
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
sam. 10/46:15 amSEA - SBA
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
lun. 10/66:40 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/14$158
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
jeu. 9/1111:15 amSEA - SBA
1 stop4h 50mDelta
jeu. 9/184:55 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Deal found 8/12$159
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
jeu. 9/115:15 amSEA - SBA
2 stops7h 50mSouthwest
jeu. 9/184:25 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$164
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
jeu. 9/410:49 amPHX - SBA
Nonstop1h 39mAmerican Airlines
dim. 9/76:05 amSBA - PHX
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/12$167
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 10/214:08 pmSEA - SBA
Nonstop2h 33mHawaiian Airlines
sam. 10/255:20 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop5h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 8/14$167

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Customize your flight search to find flights from North America 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 août 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from North America to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

North America

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

mar. 12/2

6:15 am-10:30 am

1 stop4h 15m

Santa Barbara

mar. 12/16

5:30 pm-9:50 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$141

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

mer. 10/1

11:15 am-4:05 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Santa Barbara

mer. 10/8

12:40 pm-6:24 pm

1 stop5h 44m

$141

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

mar. 9/9

6:15 am-10:25 am

1 stop4h 10m

Santa Barbara

mar. 9/16

2:10 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$141

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

mer. 10/22

6:15 am-2:40 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Santa Barbara

mer. 10/29

11:15 am-4:05 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$146

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

mer. 10/1

11:50 am-9:05 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Santa Barbara

mer. 10/8

11:15 am-4:05 pm

1 stop4h 50m

$146

PhoenixSanta Barbara

PHX - SBA

PHXSBA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mar. 9/16

5:05 pm-6:39 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Santa Barbara

jeu. 9/18

4:36 pm-6:17 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$149

PhoenixSanta Barbara

PHX - SBA

PHXSBA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mar. 10/21

4:55 pm-6:29 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Santa Barbara

jeu. 10/23

7:00 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$149

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

sam. 9/13

5:30 am-11:56 am

1 stop6h 26m

Santa Barbara

mar. 9/16

4:55 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$149

PhoenixSanta Barbara

PHX - SBA

PHXSBA

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

jeu. 9/11

8:45 pm-10:17 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Santa Barbara

jeu. 9/18

1:17 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$149

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

sam. 9/20

5:30 am-11:56 am

1 stop6h 26m

Santa Barbara

mar. 9/23

4:55 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from North America to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from North America to Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from North America to Santa Barbara?

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

Find hourly flight availability from North America 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 août 14, 2025.

When flying from North America to Santa Barbara, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 août 14, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from North America to Santa Barbara, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BOI - LAX

flying in first class, my husband froze the entire flight and was miserable. first class does not offer blankets or any entertainment. (TV etc)

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from North America?

    Located just 8.0 mi from the city center, Santa Barbara (SBA) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Santa Barbara from North America.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from North America to Santa Barbara one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $39 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $65 and Delta from $71 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from North America to Santa Barbara?

    While some choose either Denver Intl - Santa Barbara or San Francisco - Santa Barbara, Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Santa Barbara is the most popular route from North America to Santa Barbara.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from North America to Santa Barbara?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from North America to Santa Barbara consider choosing Lufthansa (93%), Copa Airlines (90%) or SkyWest Airlines (88%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from North America 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 North America to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from North America to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from North America 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 4 airlines flying from North America to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from North America 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 août 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$171Average$430FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$197Average$393FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$428FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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