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$166+ Cheap flights from Rhode Island to Santa Barbara (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 9/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PVD — SBA
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Rhode Island to Santa Barbara

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Rhode Island to Santa Barbara flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$333
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$166
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$402
From Rhode Island to Santa Barbara
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Cheapest flights from Rhode Island to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Rhode Island to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 12/66:00 amBOS - SBA
1 stop13h 52mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/105:45 pmSBA - BOS
1 stop9h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$332
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Wed 9/176:15 amBOS - SBA
1 stop9h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/271:13 pmSBA - BOS
1 stop7h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/1112:17 pmPVD - SBA
1 stop10h 46mDelta
Mon 9/154:55 pmSBA - PVD
2 stops15h 27mDelta
Deal found 7/31$338
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/177:15 amBOS - SBA
1 stop9h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/275:15 amSBA - BOS
2 stops9h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$338
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/51:35 pmBOS - SBA
1 stop9h 33mDelta
Wed 9/105:00 pmSBA - BOS
1 stop10h 26mDelta
Deal found 7/29$363
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/231:02 pmPVD - SBA
2 stops11h 57mAmerican Airlines
Wed 10/296:05 amSBA - PVD
2 stops11h 46mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/31$383
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 10/171:45 pmPVD - SBA
2 stops12h 35mSouthwest
Mon 10/206:40 pmSBA - PVD
2 stops10h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$433
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/116:00 amPVD - SBA
3 stops20h 59mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/156:52 pmSBA - PVD
2 stops11h 55mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$543

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Rhode Island 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Rhode Island to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

Fly from

Rhode Island

Fly to

Santa Barbara

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BostonSanta Barbara

BOS - SBA

BOSSBA

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 10/18

5:30 am-11:32 am

1 stop9h 02m

Santa Barbara

Tue 10/21

12:56 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 02m

$333

ProvidenceSanta Barbara

PVD - SBA

PVDSBA

Providence-TFGreen

Thu 9/11

12:17 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop10h 46m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/15

4:55 pm-11:22 am

2 stops15h 27m

$338

BostonSanta Barbara

BOS - SBA

BOSSBA

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 10/8

7:20 am-6:41 pm

1 stop14h 21m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/13

7:40 pm-7:53 am

1 stop9h 13m

$345

BostonSanta Barbara

BOS - SBA

BOSSBA

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 9/5

1:35 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop9h 33m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/10

5:00 pm-6:26 am

1 stop10h 26m

$363

BostonSanta Barbara

BOS - SBA

BOSSBA

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 9/5

6:40 am-3:50 pm

1 stop12h 10m

Santa Barbara

Wed 9/10

5:40 am-7:10 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$374

BostonSanta Barbara

BOS - SBA

BOSSBA

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 8/23

7:30 am-1:53 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Santa Barbara

Sun 8/31

5:30 am-3:52 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$376

ProvidenceSanta Barbara

PVD - SBA

PVDSBA

Providence-TFGreen

Thu 10/23

1:02 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops11h 57m

Santa Barbara

Wed 10/29

6:05 am-8:51 pm

2 stops11h 46m

$383

ProvidenceSanta Barbara

PVD - SBA

PVDSBA

Providence-TFGreen

Fri 10/17

1:45 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops12h 35m

Santa Barbara

Mon 10/20

6:40 pm-8:15 am

2 stops10h 35m

$433

ProvidenceSanta Barbara

PVD - SBA

PVDSBA

Providence-TFGreen

Thu 9/11

6:00 am-11:59 pm

3 stops20h 59m

Santa Barbara

Mon 9/15

6:52 pm-9:47 am

2 stops11h 55m

$543

BostonSanta Barbara

BOS - SBA

BOSSBA

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 9/23

9:20 am-6:41 pm

1 stop12h 21m

$166

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Rhode Island to Santa Barbara

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rhode Island to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Rhode Island to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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.

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 July 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Rhode Island to Santa Barbara by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Rhode Island 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 airport do you fly into for flights to Santa Barbara from Rhode Island?

    If you book a flight to Santa Barbara from Rhode Island, you will be flying to Santa Barbara, which is the city’s only airport. Santa Barbara (SBA) is located 8.0 mi from the center of Santa Barbara.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Rhode Island 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 $166. Users have also found prices from $167 and $167 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Rhode Island to Santa Barbara (average of $353). Flying from Rhode Island to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $474). 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 airline flying from Rhode Island to Santa Barbara

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Rhode Island 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$336Average$643FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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