Santa Barbara

$129+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Santa Barbara (RDU - 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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — SBA
Mar 15 — Mar 221
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Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 13, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Wed 4/225:48 pm
RDU
-
SBA
1 stop7h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 4/256:00 am
SBA
-
RDU
1 stop9h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/11$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Tue 4/287:15 am
RDU
-
SBA
1 stop7h 44m
Delta
Fri 5/112:39 pm
SBA
-
RDU
1 stop8h 10m
Delta
Deal found 2/13$333
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/13. 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.
Tue 4/289:30 am
RDU
-
SBA
2 stops12h 00m
American Airlines
Fri 5/17:13 pm
SBA
-
RDU
2 stops12h 19m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/13$343
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Thu 4/235:48 pm
RDU
-
SBA
1 stop8h 57m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 4/272:53 pm
SBA
-
RDU
1 stop24h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/9$348
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/205:20 pm
RDU
-
SBA
1 stop8h 36m
American Airlines
Mon 3/236:55 pm
SBA
-
RDU
2 stops11h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/12$358
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Mon 3/95:20 pm
RDU
-
SBA
1 stop8h 36m
American Airlines
Mon 3/166:55 pm
SBA
-
RDU
2 stops11h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$361
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/12. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/196:50 am
RDU
-
SBA
1 stop7h 58m
American Airlines
Sun 3/226:55 pm
SBA
-
RDU
2 stops10h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/12$393
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 3/195:20 pm
RDU
-
SBA
1 stop8h 36m
American Airlines
Mon 3/236:55 pm
SBA
-
RDU
2 stops11h 32m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/10$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 4/2311:22 am
RDU
-
SBA
2 stops10h 08m
American Airlines
Mon 4/277:13 pm
SBA
-
RDU
2 stops11h 08m
American Airlines
Deal found 2/9$403
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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.
Fri 3/136:00 am
RDU
-
SBA
2 stops13h 09m
Delta
Mon 3/165:45 am
SBA
-
RDU
2 stops15h 01m
Delta
Deal found 2/11$405

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 February 13, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$310
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$129
(American Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$342
Provider with most accurate pricing for Raleigh-Durham-Santa Barbara flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Raleigh-Durham-Santa Barbara flights.
From Raleigh-Durham to Santa Barbara
One-way flight from Raleigh-Durham to Santa Barbara
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 February 13, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Raleigh

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/28

7:15 am-11:59 am

1 stop7h 44m

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/1

12:39 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$333

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/28

7:08 pm-2:16 pm

2 stops22h 08m

Santa Barbara

Fri 5/1

6:00 am-6:08 pm

1 stop9h 08m

$333

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/22

6:06 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop8h 28m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/26

6:00 am-5:06 pm

1 stop8h 06m

$333

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/23

5:48 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop8h 57m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/27

2:53 pm-6:08 pm

1 stop24h 15m

$348

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 3/20

5:20 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/23

6:55 pm-9:27 am

2 stops11h 32m

$358

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/23

4:18 pm-12:36 am

2 stops11h 18m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/27

8:31 pm-7:13 am

1 stop7h 42m

$358

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/19

6:50 am-11:48 am

1 stop7h 58m

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/22

6:55 pm-8:03 am

2 stops10h 08m

$393

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 3/9

5:20 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/16

6:19 am-4:16 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$394

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 3/19

5:20 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Santa Barbara

Mon 3/23

6:55 pm-9:27 am

2 stops11h 32m

$397

RaleighSanta Barbara

RDU - SBA

RDUSBA

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/23

11:22 am-6:30 pm

2 stops10h 08m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/27

7:13 pm-9:21 am

2 stops11h 08m

$403

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

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Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Santa Barbara

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Santa Barbara (average of $132). Flying from Raleigh to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $250). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Raleigh 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 February 13, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Raleigh 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.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Santa Barbara?

    Delta, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from Raleigh to Santa Barbara in just under 7h 44m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h 24m. There are 2303 mi between Raleigh and Santa Barbara. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Southwest, at $275, was found to be the cheapest airline from Raleigh to Santa Barbara.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and Delta. Southwest is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for American Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $117. Users have also found prices from $126 and $168 on Delta and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Santa Barbara (average of $132). Flying from Raleigh to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $250). 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 4 airlines flying from Raleigh to Santa Barbara

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$275Average$422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$305Average$542FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$312Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$346Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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