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$185+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME to Santa Barbara (PWM - 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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — SBA
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) 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 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$452
(Delta)

One-way from

$185
(American Airlines)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$392
From Portland to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/165:45 amPWM - SBA
2 stops13h 35mSouthwest
Thu 10/235:30 amSBA - PWM
2 stops12h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 9/16$481
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/163:39 pmPWM - SBA
1 stop8h 26mUnited Airlines
Thu 10/236:27 pmSBA - PWM
2 stops11h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$525
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 12/1112:23 pmPWM - SBA
2 stops12h 46mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/1512:30 pmSBA - PWM
2 stops20h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/15$532
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 12/116:00 amPWM - SBA
2 stops19h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/156:48 pmSBA - PWM
3 stops15h 50mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$538
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/161:27 pmPWM - SBA
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Thu 10/238:35 amSBA - PWM
1 stop10h 44mDelta
Deal found 9/16$689
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 9/241:35 pmPWM - SBA
1 stop9h 28mDelta
Wed 10/18:13 amSBA - PWM
2 stops13h 21mDelta
Deal found 9/17$702
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 9/243:35 pmPWM - SBA
2 stops11h 24mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/18:40 pmSBA - PWM
3 stops14h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/17$762

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Tue 3/10

11:25 am-8:27 pm

2 stops12h 02m

Santa Barbara

Wed 3/11

8:25 am-9:59 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$452

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Thu 10/16

5:45 am-4:20 pm

2 stops13h 35m

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/23

5:30 am-9:20 pm

2 stops12h 50m

$481

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Thu 10/16

3:39 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Santa Barbara

Thu 10/23

6:27 pm-9:11 am

2 stops11h 44m

$525

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Thu 12/11

12:23 pm-10:09 pm

2 stops12h 46m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/15

12:30 pm-11:37 am

2 stops20h 07m

$532

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-10:30 pm

2 stops19h 30m

Santa Barbara

Mon 12/15

6:48 pm-1:38 pm

3 stops15h 50m

$538

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Thu 12/11

7:11 am-6:08 pm

2 stops13h 57m

$185

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-10:30 pm

3 stops19h 30m

$330

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Fri 9/26

3:39 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$434

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Fri 9/26

1:35 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop9h 28m

$559

PortlandSanta Barbara

PWM - SBA

PWMSBA

Portland

Fri 9/26

9:18 am-6:39 pm

3 stops12h 21m

$752

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Deals found on 9/15

Best time to book a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Portland to Santa Barbara

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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 PWM to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 September 17, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 51% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United Airlines and American Airlines from Portland 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
8,926 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
8,926 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,926 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Comfort

7.3

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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 Portland 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 Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara?

    A quick flight from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara can take about 12h 02m. Delta provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $452. The distance from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara is about 2690 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    American Airlines, at $356, was found to be the cheapest airline from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be United Airlines. American Airlines is priced at 48% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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 Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Portland, Maine to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $475). 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 Portland to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$356Average$816FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$366Average$686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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