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$167+ Cheap flights from Ohio 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 8/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CVG — SBA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Ohio to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Ohio to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$297
(Delta)

One-way from

$167
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$363
From Ohio to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Ohio to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ohio to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Sat 10/251:45 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Tue 10/2812:40 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop7h 11mDelta
Deal found 7/30$297
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/258:47 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 20mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/2810:39 amSBA - CMH
2 stops10h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$302
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 8/278:10 amPIT - SBA
1 stop13h 29mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/37:39 pmSBA - PIT
1 stop20h 03mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$332
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.
Fri 8/295:32 pmDTW - SBA
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
Sun 8/315:30 amSBA - DTW
1 stop6h 34mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$333
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/35:27 pmPIT - SBA
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/61:01 pmSBA - PIT
1 stop6h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/30$333
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 10/218:45 amCLE - SBA
1 stop8h 57mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/218:40 pmSBA - CLE
2 stops9h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$334
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/272:25 pmPIT - SBA
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Wed 9/35:40 amSBA - PIT
2 stops12h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/30$338
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/183:14 pmDTW - SBA
2 stops10h 03mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/236:05 amSBA - DTW
2 stops9h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$343
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/251:50 pmCLE - SBA
1 stop9h 18mDelta
Wed 8/278:13 amSBA - CLE
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Deal found 7/28$346
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.
Wed 9/37:00 amPIT - SBA
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/51:13 pmSBA - PIT
1 stop6h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$346
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 11/61:23 pmCLE - SBA
2 stops11h 45mAmerican Airlines
Mon 11/1012:29 pmSBA - CLE
1 stop7h 52mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$351
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/237:00 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 32mAmerican Airlines
Mon 10/2712:56 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$359

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ohio 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ohio to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

Ohio

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Sat 10/25

1:45 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/28

12:40 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$297

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Sat 10/25

8:47 am-1:07 pm

1 stop7h 20m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/28

10:39 am-11:44 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$302

PittsburghSanta Barbara

PIT - SBA

PITSBA

Pittsburgh

Wed 8/27

8:10 am-6:39 pm

1 stop13h 29m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/3

7:39 pm-6:42 pm

1 stop20h 03m

$332

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/29

8:20 am-11:54 am

1 stop6h 34m

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/5

8:13 am-8:27 pm

1 stop9h 14m

$333

PittsburghSanta Barbara

PIT - SBA

PITSBA

Pittsburgh

Wed 9/3

5:27 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop7h 47m

Santa Barbara

Sat 9/6

1:01 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$333

ClevelandSanta Barbara

CLE - SBA

CLESBA

Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Tue 10/21

8:45 am-2:42 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/21

8:40 pm-9:39 am

2 stops9h 59m

$334

PittsburghSanta Barbara

PIT - SBA

PITSBA

Pittsburgh

Wed 8/27

2:25 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop9h 40m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/3

5:40 am-9:20 pm

2 stops12h 40m

$338

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/29

6:00 am-1:53 pm

2 stops10h 53m

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/31

5:30 am-3:04 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$338

DetroitSanta Barbara

DTW - SBA

DTWSBA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

3:14 pm-10:17 pm

2 stops10h 03m

Santa Barbara

Tue 9/23

6:05 am-6:47 pm

2 stops9h 42m

$343

PittsburghSanta Barbara

PIT - SBA

PITSBA

Pittsburgh

Wed 9/3

7:00 am-11:31 am

1 stop7h 31m

Santa Barbara

Fri 9/5

1:13 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop6h 42m

$346

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ohio to Santa Barbara

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Ohio 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 July 31, 2025.

When flying from Ohio 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 July 31, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Ohio to Santa Barbara. 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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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 Ohio 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 Ohio?

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from Ohio, 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.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $167 on United Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $167 and Delta from $194 one-way.

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

    While some choose either Columbus - Santa Barbara or Cleveland Hopkins Intl - Santa Barbara, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Santa Barbara is the most popular route from Ohio to Santa Barbara.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ohio 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 Ohio to Santa Barbara?

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Ohio 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$288Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$296Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$339Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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