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$156+ 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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SLC — SBA
Jan 26 — Feb 21
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1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara are usually found in September or November, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 January 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$299
(Delta)

One-way from

$156
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$293

Good round-trip deal

$299 or less
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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 January 21, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 4/248:55 pmSLC - SBA
Nonstop2h 03mDelta
Tue 4/291:20 pmSBA - SLC
Nonstop2h 00mDelta
Deal found 1/21$299
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 9/612:30 pmSLC - SBA
1 stop5h 22mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/137:15 pmSBA - SLC
1 stop14h 50mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$318
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 4/2412:07 pmSLC - SBA
1 stop4h 26mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/296:17 amSBA - SLC
1 stop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 4/36:55 amSLC - SBA
1 stop4h 00mSouthwest
Tue 4/812:30 pmSBA - SLC
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$324
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 United is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/96:30 amSLC - SBA
1 stop6h 32mUnited Airlines
Fri 6/135:35 amSBA - SLC
1 stop27h 03mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/21$447

Find flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara within your budget

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 January 21, 2025.

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Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Thu 4/24

8:55 pm-9:58 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/29

1:20 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$299

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Thu 4/24

12:07 pm-3:33 pm

1 stop4h 26m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/29

6:17 am-11:20 am

1 stop4h 03m

$319

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Thu 4/3

6:55 am-9:55 am

1 stop4h 00m

Santa Barbara

Tue 4/8

12:30 pm-9:05 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$324

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Tue 4/22

1:55 pm-6:30 pm

2 stops29h 35m

Santa Barbara

Mon 4/28

7:18 pm-12:02 pm

1 stop15h 44m

$407

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Mon 6/9

6:30 am-12:02 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Santa Barbara

Fri 6/13

5:35 am-9:38 am

1 stop27h 03m

$447

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Wed 4/23

9:10 am-6:30 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$156

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Thu 2/20

6:35 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 40m

$160

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Thu 2/20

1:35 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop11h 22m

$182

Salt Lake CitySanta Barbara

SLC - SBA

SLCSBA

Salt Lake City

Wed 3/19

11:25 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$249

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice 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 Salt Lake City-Santa Barbara flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Salt Lake City-Santa Barbara flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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

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Travel insights for flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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 January 17, 2025.

Booking 61 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 $353). Flying from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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 January 21, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 13% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Santa Barbara ranges from 0.0 - 3.5 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. May is typically the driest time to visit Santa Barbara when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Santa Barbara by month

Plan your trip to Santa Barbara by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Santa Barbara, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 January 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Southwest and Alaska Airlines from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,985 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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 3 different airlines have flights from Salt Lake City (SLC) to Santa Barbara (SBA) on a regular basis. There is 1 flight 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 02m.

  • 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 Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $299 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are American Airlines and Southwest, starting at $319 and $324 round-trip.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $156. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara for a low price.

  • 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 Delta (81%), LATAM Airlines (75%) and KLM (50%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara is $299. On average you can expect to pay $369. The most popular route, (Salt Lake City - Santa Barbara), can usually be booked for $299.

  • 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 $353). Flying from Salt Lake City to Santa Barbara in June is currently the most expensive (average of $506). 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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