Cheap flights from Portland to Santa Barbara (PDX - SBA) from $99

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/26. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
PDX — SBA
Oct 1 — Oct 81

The best prices from Portland to Santa Barbara are usually found in August or February, booked 51 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Portland (PDX) to Santa Barbara (SBA)

All the information you need to plan the best PDX to SBA flight in 2023: compare Portland to Santa Barbara flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Santa Barbara.

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$303

Round-trip from

$217
High demand for flights, 39% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 22% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in September 2023
From Portland to Santa Barbara

PDX - LAX

Price

$217 - $495

LAX

Temperature

57.2 - 73.4 °F

LAX

Rainfall

0 - 3.4 inches

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

Users have found that leaving on a Saturday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 186% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 31 days in advance to save up to 69% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 31 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $351, or $484 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in July. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to Santa Barbara. Flights to Santa Barbara from Portland in January are about $285 on average during January, but can be found for as low as $144.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland to Santa Barbara (PDX - SBA)?

It’s optimal to fly from Portland to Santa Barbara at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Portland to Santa Barbara

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Cheap United Airlines flights from Portland to Santa Barbara

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Cheap Portland to Santa Barbara flights in September & October 2023

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Non-stop flights to Santa Barbara from Portland

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One-way flights to Santa Barbara from Portland

The cheapest one-way flights from Portland to Santa Barbara
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PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Sat 11/4

1 stop5h 07m

Santa Barbara

Tue 11/7

1 stop6h 57m

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Wed 12/6

Nonstop2h 12m

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/9

Nonstop2h 19m

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Thu 11/2

1 stop5h 07m

Santa Barbara

Sat 11/4

1 stop7h 27m

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Wed 2/7

1 stop6h 46m

Santa Barbara

Sun 2/11

1 stop6h 58m

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Wed 10/25

Nonstop2h 06m

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/28

1 stop6h 37m

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Fri 12/1

1 stop6h 37m

Santa Barbara

Sun 12/3

1 stop6h 57m

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Wed 11/15

Nonstop2h 06m

Santa Barbara

Sun 11/19

Nonstop2h 22m

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Wed 10/25

1 stop3h 57m

Santa Barbara

Sat 10/28

1 stop6h 07m

PortlandSanta Barbara

PDX - SBA

PDXSBA

Portland

Wed 12/6

1 stop4h 04m

Santa Barbara

Sat 12/9

1 stop4h 36m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Santa Barbara

See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, United Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Portland to Santa Barbara have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No food for a 5-6 hour flight unless you pay extra, and then it's minimal. Also no in-flight "entertainment" (ie videos or music).This is the new norm but it sucks. Not just Alaska Airlines; I like Alaska Airlines. The whole airline industry is trying to extract as much/deliver as little as possible. Why was it possible 20 years ago to check a bag and have a meal on a long flight? I will obviously keep flying since I have no choice if I need to be somewhere, but how the travel industry (not just the travel industry--also, health care and more) operates these days makes me question humanity. Does everything boil down to money, and the ones in charge getting every penny they can possibly get?

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No food for a 5-6 hour flight unless you pay extra, and then it's minimal. Also no in-flight "entertainment" (ie videos or music).This is the new norm but it sucks. Not just Alaska Airlines; I like Alaska Airlines. The whole airline industry is trying to extract as much/deliver as little as possible. Why was it possible 20 years ago to check a bag and have a meal on a long flight? I will obviously keep flying since I have no choice if I need to be somewhere, but how the travel industry (not just the travel industry--also, health care and more) operates these days makes me question humanity. Does everything boil down to money, and the ones in charge getting every penny they can possibly get?

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No food for a 5-6 hour flight unless you pay extra, and then it's minimal. Also no in-flight "entertainment" (ie videos or music).This is the new norm but it sucks. Not just Alaska Airlines; I like Alaska Airlines. The whole airline industry is trying to extract as much/deliver as little as possible. Why was it possible 20 years ago to check a bag and have a meal on a long flight? I will obviously keep flying since I have no choice if I need to be somewhere, but how the travel industry (not just the travel industry--also, health care and more) operates these days makes me question humanity. Does everything boil down to money, and the ones in charge getting every penny they can possibly get?

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
1,393 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.2

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No food for a 5-6 hour flight unless you pay extra, and then it's minimal. Also no in-flight "entertainment" (ie videos or music).This is the new norm but it sucks. Not just Alaska Airlines; I like Alaska Airlines. The whole airline industry is trying to extract as much/deliver as little as possible. Why was it possible 20 years ago to check a bag and have a meal on a long flight? I will obviously keep flying since I have no choice if I need to be somewhere, but how the travel industry (not just the travel industry--also, health care and more) operates these days makes me question humanity. Does everything boil down to money, and the ones in charge getting every penny they can possibly get?

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Portland to Santa Barbara flights.

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 3 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 06m.

Can I find flights from Portland to Santa Barbara for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Portland to Santa Barbara for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $177, but on average you can expect to pay $247.

Are there nonstop flights from Portland to Santa Barbara for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Portland to Santa Barbara under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Portland to Santa Barbara is less than $488.

Are there last-minute flights available from Portland to Santa Barbara for under $600?

There are currently 13+ open flights from Portland to Santa Barbara within the next 7 days for less than $600.

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

Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Santa Barbara, with prices starting at $177. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $178 and $252, respectively. These flights start at 48% 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 Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $99. Users have also found prices from $139 and $238 on American Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Portland to Santa Barbara?

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: Horizon Air (89%), Alaska Airlines (87%), SkyWest Airlines( 84%).

What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Santa Barbara?

On average you can expect to pay $244 for a flight from Portland to Santa Barbara. The cheapest flight overall is $119 while the most popular route, (Portland - Santa Barbara) is currently priced at $257.

What does PDX to SBA mean?

Portland Airport is PDX 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.

Alternative routes for Portland to Santa Barbara

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Top 3 airlines flying from Portland to Santa Barbara

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Portland to Santa Barbara choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$119Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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United AirlinesCheapest$176Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$246Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Portland to Santa Barbara

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Weekly flight availability from Portland to Santa Barbara

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