$186+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 10/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SBA
Jul 5 — Jul 121
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Santa BarbaraExplore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 5, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 5, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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.
Wed 9/237:55 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop7h 02m
Delta
Wed 9/3012:37 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 18m
Delta
Deal found 6/1![Delta logo]()
$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 9/227:05 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops12h 04m
Delta
Tue 9/2912:37 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 18m
Delta
Deal found 6/1![Delta logo]()
$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 9/247:25 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop9h 07m
United Airlines
Tue 9/296:15 am
SBA
- CMH
1 stop6h 47m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/1![United Airlines logo]()
$306
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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.
Wed 9/237:55 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop7h 02m
Delta
Mon 9/284:52 pm
SBA
- CMH
2 stops14h 09m
Delta
Deal found 6/1![Delta logo]()
$311
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 9/227:05 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops12h 04m
Delta
Mon 9/284:52 pm
SBA
- CMH
2 stops14h 09m
Delta
Deal found 6/1![Delta logo]()
$316
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 9/268:15 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops10h 54m
Delta
Tue 9/2912:37 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 18m
Delta
Deal found 6/1![Delta logo]()
$353
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 9/2610:32 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops8h 37m
Delta
Mon 9/284:52 pm
SBA
- CMH
2 stops14h 09m
Delta
Deal found 6/1![Delta logo]()
$367
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 9/257:55 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop7h 02m
Delta
Wed 9/3012:37 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 18m
Delta
Deal found 6/1![Delta logo]()
$370
Best flights from Columbus to Santa BarbaraDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 5, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated June 5, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 11/58:00 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop7h 12m
Delta
Tue 11/1012:45 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 08m
Delta
Deal found 6/4![Delta logo]()
$387
Last-minute flights from Columbus to Santa BarbaraDiscover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Data last updated June 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Data last updated June 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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.
Mon 6/226:00 pm
CMH
- SBA
1 stop6h 59m
American Airlines
Thu 7/912:39 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop8h 15m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/1![American Airlines logo]()
$523
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/1. 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 7/26:45 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Wed 7/82:05 pm
SBA
- CMH
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 6/1![Southwest logo]()
$429
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/4. 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 7/47:12 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop7h 20m
American Airlines
Sat 7/186:00 am
SBA
- CMH
1 stop6h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 6/4![American Airlines logo]()
$403
One-way flights from Columbus to Santa BarbaraSearch for one-way flight options from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 5, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated June 5, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 10/78:10 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop9h 59m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/31![American Airlines logo]()
$186
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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.
Wed 10/77:00 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops9h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/31![United Airlines logo]()
$191
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 6/207:00 am
CMH
- SBA
1 stop7h 55m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2![United Airlines logo]()
$304
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/3. 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 6/107:00 am
CMH
- SBA
2 stops19h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 6/3![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$484
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 6/103:30 pm
CMH
- SBA
1 stop8h 25m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2![United Airlines logo]()
$499
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/31. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/77:00 am
CMH
- SBA
3 stops37h 57m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$528
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 6/116:30 am
CMH
- SBA
3 stops19h 15m
United Airlines
Deal found 6/2![United Airlines logo]()
$600
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/2. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/206:47 pm
CMH
- SBA
3 stops50h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 6/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$816
Find flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 June 5, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $297 (Delta) |
One-way from | $186 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | July |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $494 |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 June 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Thu 11/5
8:00 am-12:12 pm
1 stop7h 12m
Santa Barbara
Tue 11/10
12:45 pm-10:53 pm
1 stop7h 08m
$387
Cheapest one-way
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Wed 10/7
7:00 am-1:32 pm
2 stops9h 32m
$191
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Sat 6/20
7:00 am-11:55 am
1 stop7h 55m
$304
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Wed 6/10
7:00 am-11:44 pm
2 stops19h 44m
$484
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Thu 6/11
5:30 am-11:35 am
1 stop9h 05m
$499
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Wed 10/7
7:00 am-5:57 pm
3 stops37h 57m
$528
Quickest one-way
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Wed 6/10
9:10 am-1:02 pm
1 stop6h 52m
$569
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Wed 6/10
6:07 pm-1:05 pm
3 stops45h 58m
$1,028
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH - SBA
CMHSBA
Columbus
Thu 6/11
6:07 pm-10:14 am
1 stop19h 07m
$1,300
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Compare providers for flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara
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 Columbus to Santa Barbara in June.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Columbus Airport-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Columbus Airport-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Columbus Airport-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Columbus Airport-Santa Barbara flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $334). Flying from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara in July is currently the most expensive (average of $558). 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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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 June 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,United Airlines, andAmerican Airlines from Columbus 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.
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$296 | Average$421 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$298 | Average$477 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$337 | Average$411 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |