$272+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) to Santa Barbara (SBA)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SBA
Oct 7 — Oct 141
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 September 7, 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 September 7, 2026.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/105:44 pm -
1 stop7h 13m
Mon 12/1412:45 pm -
1 stop6h 41m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$357
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/108:15 am -
2 stops10h 52m
Mon 12/1412:48 pm -
1 stop7h 12m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/105:40 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Mon 10/123:25 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/96:00 pm -
1 stop7h 35m
Mon 10/126:47 pm -
2 stops11h 56m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$379
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/105:24 am -
2 stops10h 21m
Mon 10/126:47 pm -
2 stops12h 31m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$385
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/235:48 pm -
2 stops23h 59m
Mon 9/287:24 pm -
1 stop18h 26m
Deal found 9/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$390
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Wed 10/147:30 am -
1 stop8h 15m
Sat 10/316:10 am -
1 stop6h 46m
Deal found 9/4![American Airlines logo]()
$413
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/96:50 pm -
1 stop7h 25m
Mon 10/123:25 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$418
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/235:48 pm -
2 stops23h 59m
Tue 9/296:00 am -
2 stops20h 08m
Deal found 9/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$423
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/206:40 am -
1 stop9h 45m
Sun 10/2510:05 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$427
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 September 7, 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 September 7, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/105:40 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Mon 10/123:25 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 11/55:44 pm -
1 stop7h 13m
Tue 11/1012:45 pm -
1 stop6h 41m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$434
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 1/304:43 pm -
1 stop7h 32m
Wed 2/36:15 am -
1 stop7h 16m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$467
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/156:00 pm -
1 stop7h 35m
Tue 10/2010:07 am -
2 stops7h 55m
Deal found 9/6![American Airlines logo]()
$439
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected ” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/98:00 pm -
1 stop7h 10m
Sun 10/1110:05 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$444
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/510:59 am -
2 stops14h 04m
Tue 11/106:00 am -
2 stops13h 42m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$477
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 12/105:44 pm -
1 stop7h 13m
Mon 12/1412:35 pm -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 9/5![American Airlines logo]()
$455
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 11/257:00 am -
1 stop8h 54m
Thu 11/265:00 am -
1 stop6h 25m
Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$495
Last-minute flights from Columbus to Santa BarbaraDiscover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Data last updated September 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Data last updated September 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/235:48 pm -
2 stops23h 59m
Mon 9/287:24 pm -
1 stop18h 26m
Deal found 9/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$390
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/235:48 pm -
2 stops23h 59m
Thu 10/16:00 am -
2 stops20h 08m
Deal found 9/2![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$423
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/306:00 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Mon 10/51:30 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$357
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/96:00 pm -
1 stop7h 35m
Mon 10/126:47 pm -
2 stops11h 56m
Deal found 9/3![American Airlines logo]()
$379
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/96:50 pm -
1 stop7h 25m
Mon 10/123:25 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$418
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/105:40 pm -
1 stop7h 15m
Mon 10/123:25 pm -
1 stop6h 35m
Deal found 9/2![Southwest logo]()
$374
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/105:24 am -
2 stops10h 21m
Mon 10/126:47 pm -
2 stops12h 31m
Deal found 9/2![American Airlines logo]()
$385
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Wed 10/147:30 am -
1 stop8h 15m
Sat 10/316:10 am -
1 stop6h 46m
Deal found 9/4![American Airlines logo]()
$413
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/206:40 am -
1 stop9h 45m
Sun 10/2510:05 am -
1 stop7h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Southwest logo]()
$427
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 September 7, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 7, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/6. 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 10/137:21 am -
1 stop7h 31m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/6![United Airlines logo]()
$272
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 9/166:35 pm -
1 stop7h 00m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![Southwest logo]()
$284
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 9/1612:06 pm -
3 stops25h 06m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$1,522
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 September 7, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $357 (American Airlines) |
One-way from | $272 (United Airlines) |
Popular in | September |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | $652 |
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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 7, 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
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara
CMHSBA
Columbus
Tue 10/13
7:21 am-11:52 am
1 stop7h 31m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$272
Quickest round-trip
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara
CMHSBA
Columbus
Wed 9/16
6:35 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop7h 00m
Santa Barbara
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$284
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara
CMHSBA
Columbus
Sat 10/10
5:40 pm-9:55 pm
1 stop7h 15m
Santa Barbara
Mon 10/12
3:25 pm-1:00 am
1 stop6h 35m
$374
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara
CMHSBA
Columbus
Thu 11/5
5:44 pm-9:57 pm
1 stop7h 13m
Santa Barbara
Tue 11/10
12:45 pm-10:26 pm
1 stop6h 41m
$434
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara
CMHSBA
Columbus
Thu 10/15
6:00 pm-10:35 pm
1 stop7h 35m
Santa Barbara
Tue 10/20
10:07 am-9:02 pm
2 stops7h 55m
$439
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara
CMHSBA
Columbus
Fri 10/9
8:00 pm-12:10 am
1 stop7h 10m
Santa Barbara
Sun 10/11
10:05 am-8:05 pm
1 stop7h 00m
$444
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara
CMHSBA
Columbus
Thu 12/10
5:44 pm-9:57 pm
1 stop7h 13m
Santa Barbara
Mon 12/14
12:35 pm-11:25 pm
1 stop7h 50m
$455
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara
CMHSBA
Columbus
Sat 1/30
4:43 pm-9:15 pm
1 stop7h 32m
Santa Barbara
Wed 2/3
6:15 am-4:31 pm
1 stop7h 16m
$467
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara
CMHSBA
Columbus
Thu 11/5
10:59 am-10:03 pm
2 stops14h 04m
Santa Barbara
Tue 11/10
6:00 am-10:42 pm
2 stops13h 42m
$477
ColumbusSanta Barbara
CMH Columbus - SBA Santa Barbara
CMHSBA
Columbus
Wed 11/25
7:00 am-12:54 pm
1 stop8h 54m
Santa Barbara
Thu 11/26
5:00 am-2:25 pm
1 stop6h 25m
$495
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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 September.
| 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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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 September 7, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown 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.
Food
6.6
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySimon,Jun 2024
LAS - LAX
Food
6.6
Boarding
7.7
Overall
7.4
Comfort
7.3
Entertainment
7.1
Crew
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
4.0
OkaySimon,Jun 2024
LAS - LAX
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$308 | Average$433 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |