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$193+ Cheap flights from Omaha to Santa Barbara (OMA - SBA)

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OMA — SBA
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Omaha to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Omaha (OMA) 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 January 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$327
(Delta)

One-way from

$164
(Delta)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$363
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($73 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($42 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Omaha to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Omaha to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 15, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Thu 5/145:40 am
OMA
-
SBA
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Mon 5/185:20 am
SBA
-
OMA
1 stop5h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 1/14$366
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Thu 5/142:35 pm
OMA
-
SBA
1 stop5h 55m
American Airlines
Mon 5/184:11 pm
SBA
-
OMA
1 stop5h 47m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/14$378
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/125:25 pm
OMA
-
SBA
2 stops9h 14m
United Airlines
Tue 3/176:00 am
SBA
-
OMA
2 stops8h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/14$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/145:22 pm
OMA
-
SBA
1 stop5h 51m
United Airlines
Wed 2/185:00 am
SBA
-
OMA
1 stop5h 40m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/13$407
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/135:18 pm
OMA
-
SBA
1 stop5h 55m
United Airlines
Fri 2/202:20 pm
SBA
-
OMA
1 stop5h 36m
United Airlines
Deal found 1/14$427
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/135:50 pm
OMA
-
SBA
1 stop6h 03m
Delta
Fri 2/2012:40 pm
SBA
-
OMA
2 stops8h 12m
Delta
Deal found 1/14$432

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Omaha 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 January 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Omaha to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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OmahaSanta Barbara

OMA - SBA

OMASBA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/14

5:40 am-12:00 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/18

5:20 am-3:35 pm

2 stops8h 15m

$372

OmahaSanta Barbara

OMA - SBA

OMASBA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/14

2:35 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/18

4:11 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$378

OmahaSanta Barbara

OMA - SBA

OMASBA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 3/12

5:25 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop5h 48m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/17

6:00 am-4:21 pm

2 stops8h 21m

$388

OmahaSanta Barbara

OMA - SBA

OMASBA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 3/12

7:30 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Santa Barbara

Tue 3/17

2:00 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$407

OmahaSanta Barbara

OMA - SBA

OMASBA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Sat 2/14

5:22 pm-9:13 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Santa Barbara

Wed 2/18

5:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$407

OmahaSanta Barbara

OMA - SBA

OMASBA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 2/5

5:18 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$193

OmahaSanta Barbara

OMA - SBA

OMASBA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 2/4

5:50 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$265

OmahaSanta Barbara

OMA - SBA

OMASBA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 2/4

1:50 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$310

OmahaSanta Barbara

OMA - SBA

OMASBA

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 2/5

3:07 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop24h 46m

$322

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Deals found on 1/14

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Omaha to Santa Barbara in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Omaha-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Omaha-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Omaha-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Omaha-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Omaha-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Omaha to Santa Barbara

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Omaha to Santa Barbara

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Omaha to Santa Barbara (average of $93). Flying from Omaha to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 January 15, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Omaha 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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,136 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

FRA - SFO

Lufthansa was amazing, I wish United States based airlines operated like them.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Omaha to Santa Barbara. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Omaha to Santa Barbara?

    A quick flight from Omaha to Santa Barbara can take about 5h 48m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $388. The distance between Omaha and Santa Barbara is about 1384 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 Omaha to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($268), and United Airlines ($289) offers the cheapest pricing from Omaha to Santa Barbara. These flights start at 42% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Omaha to Santa Barbara (average of $93). Flying from Omaha to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 2 airlines flying from Omaha to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Omaha 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 January 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$268Average$440FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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