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$114+ 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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — SBA
May 18 — May 251
Mon 5/18
Mon 5/25
1 adult, Economy
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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 April 18, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/265:42 pm
PDX
-
SBA
Nonstop2h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/302:00 pm
SBA
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 25m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17$217
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Tue 5/267:00 am
PDX
-
SBA
1 stop4h 52m
United Airlines
Sat 5/304:03 pm
SBA
-
PDX
1 stop4h 51m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/17$227
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Sun 5/105:45 am
PDX
-
SBA
1 stop6h 10m
Delta
Tue 5/125:50 am
SBA
-
PDX
1 stop6h 43m
Delta
Deal found 4/16$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/275:15 am
PDX
-
SBA
1 stop6h 37m
United Airlines
Wed 6/36:18 pm
SBA
-
PDX
2 stops6h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/15$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/45:05 pm
PDX
-
SBA
1 stop4h 45m
Delta
Mon 6/84:53 pm
SBA
-
PDX
1 stop6h 53m
Delta
Deal found 4/15$247
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2010:15 am
PDX
-
SBA
1 stop6h 10m
Delta
Tue 8/2512:45 pm
SBA
-
PDX
1 stop5h 26m
Delta
Deal found 4/15$252
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/27:23 am
PDX
-
SBA
1 stop8h 13m
American Airlines
Wed 5/64:11 pm
SBA
-
PDX
1 stop6h 52m
American Airlines
Deal found 4/13$255
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Sun 5/101:52 pm
PDX
-
SBA
1 stop4h 27m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 5/127:25 am
SBA
-
PDX
Nonstop2h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/13$257
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/75:30 am
PDX
-
SBA
2 stops8h 09m
United Airlines
Sun 5/106:00 am
SBA
-
PDX
1 stop6h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/14$262
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/83:59 pm
PDX
-
SBA
2 stops7h 45m
United Airlines
Sat 5/92:17 pm
SBA
-
PDX
1 stop6h 41m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/15$266

Find 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 April 18, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$217
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$114
(Delta)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$242

Good round-trip deal

$347 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price ($5 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 April 18, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Tue 6/16

5:25 am-9:50 am

1 stop4h 25m

Santa Barbara

Wed 6/17

6:45 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$237
Quickest round-trip

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Fri 5/15

5:42 pm-7:57 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Santa Barbara

Mon 5/18

7:27 am-9:47 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$247

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Wed 6/10

5:15 am-11:52 am

1 stop6h 37m

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/15

6:18 pm-12:50 am

2 stops6h 32m

$252

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Sat 5/9

5:45 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 10m

Santa Barbara

Thu 5/14

4:45 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$268

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Tue 5/26

7:15 am-3:17 pm

1 stop8h 02m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/30

7:27 am-9:47 am

Nonstop2h 20m

$274

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Thu 5/7

5:30 am-12:07 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/10

6:50 pm-12:59 am

1 stop6h 09m

$294

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Thu 8/20

11:20 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/25

2:17 pm-4:34 pm

Nonstop2h 17m

$317

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Fri 6/12

6:00 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Santa Barbara

Sat 6/13

6:00 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$319

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Thu 8/6

9:42 am-4:04 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Santa Barbara

Mon 8/10

5:00 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$327

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Mon 6/1

5:20 am-12:00 pm

2 stops6h 40m

Santa Barbara

Mon 6/8

6:00 pm-10:10 pm

1 stop4h 10m

$332

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Deals found on 4/16

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Compare providers for flights from Portland 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 Portland to Santa Barbara in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 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 April 10, 2026.

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 24 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 $216). Flying from Portland to Santa Barbara in February is currently the most expensive (average of $367). 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 April 18, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Portland to Santa Barbara at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland 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 April 18, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,258 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,424 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,838 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,605 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,330 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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 15m.

  • 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 15m. 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 $83. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $166 and $172, respectively. These flights start at 70% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for United Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $78. Users have also found prices from $78 and $108 on Southwest and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • 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 (95%), Horizon Air (95%), Hawaiian Airlines( 95%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $283 for a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara. The cheapest flight overall is $128 while the most popular route, (Portland - Santa Barbara) is currently priced at $227.

  • 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 $216). Flying from Portland to Santa Barbara in February is currently the most expensive (average of $367). 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 April 18, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$83Average$207FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$166Average$321FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$172Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$177Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$177Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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