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$258+ 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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — SBA
Jul 31 — Aug 71
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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 July 26, 2024.

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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara?

Saturday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Santa Barbara.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara?

To save up to 71% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 21 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara from $160 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $286 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara?

Our data shows that October tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Santa Barbara from Columbus Airport. Users have commonly found prices around $222 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $93. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in December.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to SBA?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 6% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Cheap Columbus to Santa Barbara flights in July & August 2024

Find cheap flight options from Columbus to Santa Barbara specifically for the months of July and August 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,751,780 searches. Prices were last updated on July 26, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Santa Barbara in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/165:48 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/186:33 amSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$436
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/164:19 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/185:30 amSBA - CMH
1 stop9h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$441
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/165:03 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/186:33 amSBA - CMH
2 stops8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$566

Columbus to Santa Barbara 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Columbus and Santa Barbara in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,751,780 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Santa Barbara in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 12/251:57 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop9h 28mAmerican Airlines
Sat 1/410:15 amSBA - CMH
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$331
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 10/242:48 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop9h 07mDelta
Tue 10/297:25 amSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 7/26$346
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 10/911:44 amCMH - SBA
2 stops10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/136:25 amSBA - CMH
1 stop7h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$376
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 10/242:48 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop9h 07mDelta
Tue 10/295:55 amSBA - CMH
2 stops10h 31mDelta
Deal found 7/26$407
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 12/251:57 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop9h 28mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/210:15 amSBA - CMH
1 stop8h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$421
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 12/251:57 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop9h 28mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/210:15 amSBA - CMH
2 stops10h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$426
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 10/911:44 amCMH - SBA
2 stops10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 10/136:25 amSBA - CMH
2 stops8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$431
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/165:48 pmCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/186:33 amSBA - CMH
1 stop6h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$436
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/164:19 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops9h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/185:30 amSBA - CMH
1 stop9h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/26$441

One-way flights to Santa Barbara from Columbus

Search for one-way flight options from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,751,780 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Users can also find round-trip Columbus to Santa Barbara flights by using the search form above.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/107:45 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 54mDelta
Deal found 7/26$258
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/1010:29 amCMH - SBA
2 stops13h 36mDelta
Deal found 7/26$263
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/37:45 amCMH - SBA
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Deal found 7/26$408
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/32:08 pmCMH - SBA
2 stops11h 46mDelta
Deal found 7/26$413
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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.
Mon 8/1210:59 amCMH - SBA
3 stops15h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/26$429
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/1010:30 amCMH - SBA
3 stops13h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/26$1,274

Find flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara within your budget

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 2,751,780 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.

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Any airport

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Budget

$331 - $481

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Price

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Wed 12/25

1 stop9h 28m

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/4

1 stop8h 38m

$331

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Thu 10/24

1 stop9h 07m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/29

1 stop6h 29m

$346

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Wed 10/9

2 stops10h 34m

Santa Barbara

Sun 10/13

1 stop7h 57m

$376

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Thu 10/24

1 stop9h 07m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/29

2 stops10h 31m

$407

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Wed 12/25

1 stop9h 28m

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/2

1 stop8h 38m

$421

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Wed 12/25

1 stop9h 28m

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/2

2 stops10h 56m

$426

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Thu 10/24

2 stops10h 54m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/29

2 stops11h 41m

$451

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Fri 10/11

1 stop7h 15m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/14

2 stops11h 52m

$461

ColumbusSanta Barbara

CMH - SBA

CMHSBA

Columbus

Wed 10/9

1 stop7h 16m

Santa Barbara

Sun 10/13

1 stop8h 51m

$481

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 7/26

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on July 21, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Tuesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Santa Barbara

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santa Barbara from Columbus with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 26, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines from Columbus to Santa Barbara to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,615 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Delta
8.0
Very good
9,615 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,615 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,615 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
9,615 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

8.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

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. 2 airlines have flights to Santa Barbara from Columbus on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $331, but on average you can expect to pay $460.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Barbara, with prices starting at $331. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $346 and $451, respectively. These flights start at 35% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What does CMH to SBA mean?

    Columbus Airport is CMH and Santa Barbara Airport is SBA. These codes are created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use them to identify the departing and arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Columbus to Santa Barbara flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Columbus to Santa Barbara flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Columbus to Santa Barbara offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Columbus to Santa Barbara?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Columbus to Santa Barbara flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara flight deals updated?

    The Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 7/26.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara (average of $356). Flying from Columbus Airport to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $503). 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 Columbus to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 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 2,751,780 searches. Data last updated July 26, 2024.
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American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$368Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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