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$144+ Cheap flights from Reno to Santa Barbara (RNO - 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 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RNO — SBA
Apr 25 — May 21
Sat 4/25
Sat 5/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Reno to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from Reno to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reno to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Wed 5/206:25 pm
RNO
-
SBA
1 stop4h 25m
Southwest
Sat 5/235:30 am
SBA
-
RNO
1 stop6h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 5/96:00 am
RNO
-
SBA
1 stop5h 55m
Delta
Tue 5/125:50 am
SBA
-
RNO
1 stop6h 21m
Delta
Deal found 3/21$317
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Mon 4/207:45 pm
RNO
-
SBA
1 stop3h 40m
Southwest
Wed 4/222:10 pm
SBA
-
RNO
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/23$318
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/22. 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.
Sat 5/912:25 pm
RNO
-
SBA
1 stop5h 10m
Southwest
Tue 5/125:30 am
SBA
-
RNO
2 stops6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/22$322
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/235:15 pm
RNO
-
SBA
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Sun 4/265:20 am
SBA
-
RNO
1 stop3h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25$330
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 5/133:55 pm
RNO
-
SBA
1 stop6h 22m
United Airlines
Sat 5/166:00 am
SBA
-
RNO
1 stop3h 30m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/24$333
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 6/47:07 am
RNO
-
SBA
1 stop8h 10m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 6/73:13 pm
SBA
-
RNO
1 stop7h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/25$335
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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.
Mon 4/206:56 pm
RNO
-
SBA
1 stop5h 40m
United Airlines
Wed 4/222:30 pm
SBA
-
RNO
1 stop3h 22m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/23$341

Find flight deals from Reno to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Reno (RNO) 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 March 26, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$264
(Southwest)

One-way from

$144
(United Airlines)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$359
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($39 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Reno 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 March 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Reno to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RenoSanta Barbara

RNO - SBA

RNOSBA

Reno

Sat 5/9

2:15 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops6h 50m

Santa Barbara

Tue 5/12

2:10 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops8h 05m

$327

RenoSanta Barbara

RNO - SBA

RNOSBA

Reno

Wed 5/13

3:55 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Santa Barbara

Sat 5/16

6:00 am-9:30 am

1 stop3h 30m

$333

RenoSanta Barbara

RNO - SBA

RNOSBA

Reno

Thu 6/4

5:15 pm-11:30 pm

2 stops6h 15m

Santa Barbara

Sun 6/7

6:40 am-10:05 am

1 stop3h 25m

$333

RenoSanta Barbara

RNO - SBA

RNOSBA

Reno

Thu 6/4

7:07 am-3:17 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Santa Barbara

Sun 6/7

3:13 pm-11:02 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$335

RenoSanta Barbara

RNO - SBA

RNOSBA

Reno

Tue 5/5

7:25 am-2:16 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Santa Barbara

Wed 5/6

2:53 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop3h 55m

$350

RenoSanta Barbara

RNO - SBA

RNOSBA

Reno

Fri 5/8

7:25 am-2:16 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/10

2:53 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$351
Quickest round-trip

RenoSanta Barbara

RNO - SBA

RNOSBA

Reno

Fri 5/29

7:45 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop3h 40m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/31

5:20 am-8:30 am

1 stop3h 10m

$362

RenoSanta Barbara

RNO - SBA

RNOSBA

Reno

Thu 4/23

8:00 am-12:01 pm

1 stop4h 01m

Santa Barbara

Thu 4/30

6:50 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 09m

$365

RenoSanta Barbara

RNO - SBA

RNOSBA

Reno

Fri 7/31

6:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

Santa Barbara

Tue 8/4

4:53 pm-11:45 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$367

RenoSanta Barbara

RNO - SBA

RNOSBA

Reno

Thu 5/21

7:07 am-3:17 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Santa Barbara

Sun 5/24

6:00 am-11:00 am

1 stop5h 00m

$367

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Deals found on 3/26

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Santa Barbara from Reno with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Reno to Santa Barbara

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to Santa Barbara (average of $49). Flying from Reno to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $91). 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 Reno 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 March 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest and United Airlines from Reno to Santa Barbara. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
4,333 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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
9,488 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,333 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

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 Reno 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 Reno to Santa Barbara?

    Airlines like Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines fly from Reno to Santa Barbara in about 5h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 55m. Reno and Santa Barbara are separated by a distance of 351 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 Reno to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Reno to Santa Barbara round-trip from $254. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Southwest. Users have found that United Airlines is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Reno to Santa Barbara (average of $49). Flying from Reno to Santa Barbara in December is currently the most expensive (average of $91). 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 Reno to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Reno 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 March 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$254Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$272Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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