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$143+ 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 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SBA
Nov 21 — Nov 281
Fri 11/21
Fri 11/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 October 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$235
(Southwest)

One-way from

$143
(United Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$357
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara
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 October 22, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Sat 12/63:00 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Sat 12/135:15 amSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 10/20$235
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/67:34 amCMH - SBA
1 stop8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/106:10 amSBA - CMH
1 stop7h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/21$251
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/64:40 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 42mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/106:48 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops11h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$256
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 12/125:25 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Mon 12/152:55 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 10/21$308
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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.
Fri 12/125:30 amCMH - SBA
2 stops10h 10mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/151:24 pmSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/21$322
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/21. 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 12/124:25 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops10h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/156:48 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops11h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/21$327
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Fri 12/127:34 amCMH - SBA
1 stop8h 06mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/106:00 amSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 48mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/20$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 12/51:46 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop9h 48mDelta
Fri 12/124:59 pmSBA - CMH
2 stops14h 19mDelta
Deal found 10/20$354
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 12/127:15 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Sat 1/105:50 amSBA - CMH
2 stops9h 57mDelta
Deal found 10/20$355

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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 October 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Columbus

Fly to

Santa Barbara

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Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Sat 12/6

3:00 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/13

5:15 am-2:15 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$235

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Sat 12/6

7:03 am-11:40 am

1 stop7h 37m

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/10

6:10 am-4:41 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$251

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Sat 12/6

4:40 pm-9:22 pm

1 stop7h 42m

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/10

6:48 pm-9:30 am

2 stops11h 42m

$256

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Fri 12/12

5:25 am-10:05 am

1 stop7h 40m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/15

2:55 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 10m

$308

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Fri 12/12

4:25 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops10h 19m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/15

6:48 pm-9:30 am

2 stops11h 42m

$327

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Fri 12/5

1:46 pm-8:34 pm

1 stop9h 48m

Santa Barbara

Fri 12/12

4:59 pm-10:18 am

2 stops14h 19m

$354

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Fri 10/31

4:28 pm-9:02 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$143

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Fri 10/31

5:30 am-2:15 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$148

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Fri 10/31

1:45 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop9h 23m

$149

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Mon 12/1

5:43 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop7h 27m

$220

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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 October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 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.

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Santa Barbara

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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $121). Flying from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara in March is currently the most expensive (average of $257). 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 CMH to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 October 22, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 36% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara?

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 October 22, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,990 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,028 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    For a flight from Columbus to Santa Barbara, you will be flying into Santa Barbara. Santa Barbara (SBA) is just 8.0 mi from the center of the city. Santa Barbara is the only Santa Barbara airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day. 4 airlines have flights to Santa Barbara from Columbus on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Departing from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara will take you 7h 15m. The distance between Columbus Airport and Santa Barbara is about 2053 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Barbara, with prices starting at $290. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $296 and $298, respectively. These flights start at 39% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara are United Airlines ($143), Southwest ($148), and Delta ($149).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $121). Flying from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara in March is currently the most expensive (average of $257). 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 Columbus to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 October 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$290Average$406FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$339Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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