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$79+ Cheap flights from Portland to Santa Barbara (PDX - 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 2/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SBA
Nov 13 — Nov 201
Thu 11/13
Thu 11/20
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 (PDX) 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 14, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$157
(Delta)

One-way from

$79
(Delta)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$288

Good round-trip deal

$268 or less

Good one-way deal

$108 or less
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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 October 14, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/115:30 amPDX - SBA
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Tue 11/185:40 amSBA - PDX
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 10/12$157
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 12/610:05 amPDX - SBA
1 stop6h 06mDelta
Tue 12/95:40 amSBA - PDX
2 stops9h 53mDelta
Deal found 10/13$162
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 11/85:00 pmPDX - SBA
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Mon 11/104:59 pmSBA - PDX
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 10/12$167
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 11/135:05 pmPDX - SBA
1 stop4h 58mDelta
Mon 11/175:40 amSBA - PDX
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 10/13$177
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 12/185:10 amPDX - SBA
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Thu 1/86:00 amSBA - PDX
2 stops7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 10/12$182
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 11/85:00 pmPDX - SBA
1 stop4h 44mDelta
Tue 11/114:59 pmSBA - PDX
1 stop6h 59mDelta
Deal found 10/13$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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 12/125:30 amPDX - SBA
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Tue 12/165:50 amSBA - PDX
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 10/12$188
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/12. 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.
Tue 11/115:30 pmPDX - SBA
1 stop25h 26mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/187:23 amSBA - PDX
Nonstop2h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/12$191
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Fri 12/125:49 pmPDX - SBA
1 stop24h 36mAlaska Airlines
Thu 12/187:15 amSBA - PDX
Nonstop2h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/13$201
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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.
Sun 11/25:00 amPDX - SBA
1 stop3h 49mUnited Airlines
Thu 11/66:05 amSBA - PDX
1 stop4h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/13$219

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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 October 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Santa Barbara

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PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Sat 12/13

5:25 am-11:59 am

1 stop6h 34m

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/17

4:59 pm-12:04 am

1 stop7h 05m

$157

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Sat 12/13

5:40 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Santa Barbara

Wed 12/17

7:20 am-9:47 am

Nonstop2h 27m

$177

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Thu 12/18

7:30 am-11:59 am

1 stop4h 29m

Santa Barbara

Thu 1/8

6:00 am-12:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

$177

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Sat 12/6

5:40 pm-7:48 pm

Nonstop2h 08m

Santa Barbara

Tue 12/9

7:20 am-9:47 am

Nonstop2h 27m

$177

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Sat 11/8

1:30 pm-9:44 pm

2 stops8h 14m

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/10

4:59 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$202

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Sun 11/2

5:00 am-8:49 am

1 stop3h 49m

Santa Barbara

Thu 11/6

6:05 am-10:53 am

1 stop4h 48m

$219

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Sat 11/8

1:30 pm-9:44 pm

2 stops8h 14m

Santa Barbara

Tue 11/11

4:59 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$222

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Thu 11/13

5:05 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop4h 58m

Santa Barbara

Mon 11/17

5:40 am-3:33 pm

2 stops9h 53m

$224

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Thu 12/11

1:34 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop4h 51m

Santa Barbara

Sun 12/14

7:20 am-9:47 am

Nonstop2h 27m

$225

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Tue 10/28

5:40 am-11:58 am

1 stop6h 18m

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/1

5:50 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$261

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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 Portland to Santa Barbara in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Portland-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-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 Portland-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 Portland to Santa Barbara

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Portland to Santa Barbara may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara (average of $50). Flying from Portland to Santa Barbara in November is currently the most expensive (average of $98). 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 PDX 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 October 14, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Portland to Santa Barbara at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 42% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Portland to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on October 12, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Portland to Santa Barbara by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,079 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,079 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,079 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,079 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,975 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,079 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,779 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,079 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,976 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,079 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Hannah,Aug 2025

SFO - SAN

Ticket said TSA pre check, but then the TSA agent said that Alaska Airlines has not actually entered the pre check information for the ticket, so I had to use regular security. During boarding, I have a disability and need to board early. The Alaska Airlines employee announced disability boarding, but then immediately announced 2 other groups to board, so I still had to fight the crowds. On the plane, the stewardess was brusk and rude. Seats were very uncomfortable, especially on lower back.

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.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    You will need to book a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara if you want to fly from Portland to Santa Barbara. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Portland (PDX) to Santa Barbara (SBA) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight to Santa Barbara from the Portland airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from PDX to SBA to be around 2h 07m.

  • How popular is this Portland to Santa Barbara flight route?

    The Portland to Santa Barbara flight path was viewed by 1 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    Departing from Portland to Santa Barbara will take you 2h 08m. The distance from Portland to Santa Barbara is about 784 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Flying on Delta is currently your cheapest option to Santa Barbara, with prices starting at $90. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $166 and $170, respectively. These flights start at 71% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    Before booking your flight to Santa Barbara from Portland, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Alaska Airlines (90%), Horizon Air (90%), Hawaiian Airlines( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Santa Barbara?

    On average you can expect to pay $237 for a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara. The cheapest flight overall is $108 while the most popular route, (Portland - Santa Barbara) is currently priced at $157.

  • 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 to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara (average of $50). Flying from Portland to Santa Barbara in November is currently the most expensive (average of $98). 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 5 airlines flying from Portland to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 5 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 October 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$90Average$217FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$307FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$170Average$337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$172Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$197Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%

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