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$117+ Cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara (SLC - 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 2/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SLC — SBA
Jan 3 — Jan 101
Sat 1/3
Sat 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 4, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/307:17 amSLC - SBA
1 stop27h 22mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/67:39 pmSBA - SLC
1 stop24h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/3$272
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/303:04 pmSLC - SBA
Nonstop2h 11mDelta
Tue 1/61:10 pmSBA - SLC
Nonstop2h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/3$419
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/269:30 pmSLC - SBA
Nonstop2h 15mDelta
Sat 12/275:45 amSBA - SLC
Nonstop2h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/3$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/264:25 pmSLC - SBA
1 stop6h 23mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/275:06 pmSBA - SLC
1 stop4h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/3$459
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/225:15 amSLC - SBA
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Thu 12/252:55 pmSBA - SLC
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$468
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
Mon 12/223:04 pmSLC - SBA
Nonstop2h 11mDelta
Thu 12/255:45 amSBA - SLC
Nonstop2h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/3$469
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/2710:55 amSLC - SBA
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Sat 12/276:25 pmSBA - SLC
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$493
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/266:00 amSLC - SBA
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Sat 12/276:25 pmSBA - SLC
2 stops5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$498
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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 12/188:10 pmSLC - SBA
1 stop4h 15mSouthwest
Sun 12/2110:30 amSBA - SLC
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/3$499

Find flight deals from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Salt Lake City (SLC) 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 December 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$232
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$117
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$399 or less

Good one-way deal

$278 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($11 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Salt Lake City 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 December 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Salt Lake City

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Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Thu 1/15

7:55 am-2:35 pm

1 stop7h 40m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/20

11:20 am-5:35 pm

1 stop5h 15m

$270

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Tue 12/30

7:17 am-9:39 am

1 stop27h 22m

Santa Barbara

Tue 1/6

7:39 pm-8:58 pm

1 stop24h 19m

$272

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Sun 1/18

8:20 am-7:47 pm

1 stop12h 27m

Santa Barbara

Fri 1/23

2:45 pm-11:17 am

1 stop19h 32m

$273

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Sat 2/21

12:42 pm-7:51 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Santa Barbara

Tue 2/24

2:38 pm-11:48 am

1 stop20h 10m

$283

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Thu 1/8

9:00 am-7:47 pm

2 stops11h 47m

Santa Barbara

Sun 1/11

2:45 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$316

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Fri 2/27

12:42 pm-1:47 pm

2 stops26h 05m

Santa Barbara

Sun 3/1

7:21 am-10:20 am

1 stop25h 59m

$340

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Tue 2/3

6:20 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop3h 50m

$117

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Tue 3/3

2:30 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$122

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Tue 2/3

9:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$139

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Sat 1/31

7:00 am-1:53 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$139

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Compare providers for flights from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Salt Lake City-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Salt Lake City-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Salt Lake City-Santa Barbara flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Salt Lake City-Santa Barbara flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Salt Lake City-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 Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

Booking 33 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara (average of $47). Flying from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara in July 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SLC to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Salt Lake City 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 December 4, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 22% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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 December 4, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest and Delta from Salt Lake City 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
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,250 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

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 Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

    You will need to book a flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara if you want to fly from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara. At least 2 different airlines have flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Santa Barbara (SBA) on a regular basis. There are 3 flights to Santa Barbara from the Salt Lake City airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SLC to SBA to be around 2h 05m.

  • How long is the flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

    A quick flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara can take about 3h 50m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $234. The distance from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara is about 614 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $210 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $239. Southwest is priced at 39% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara are SkyWest Airlines (98%), Delta (95%) and KLM (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

    The cheapest flight price from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara is $278. On average you can expect to pay $354. The most popular route, (Salt Lake City - Santa Barbara), can usually be booked for $270.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Salt Lake City 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 Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara (average of $47). Flying from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara in July 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 Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Salt Lake City 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 December 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$210Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$235Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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