Santa Barbara

$83+ Cheap flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara (SEA - 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 1/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — SBA
Jan 14 — Jan 211
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Santa Barbara are usually found in January or February, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Seattle to Santa Barbara

Cheapest flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Santa Barbara. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/295:00 amSEA - SBA
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/48:33 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sun 12/285:25 amSEA - SBA
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Tue 12/304:55 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/13$374
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Sat 12/275:25 amSEA - SBA
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Tue 12/304:55 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/13$375
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/315:00 amSEA - SBA
2 stops11h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/28:33 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$380
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/295:00 amSEA - SBA
1 stop5h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:06 pmSBA - SEA
2 stops7h 53mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$406
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/307:12 pmSEA - SBA
1 stop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/36:30 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop6h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$417
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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.
Tue 12/2312:35 pmSEA - SBA
1 stop6h 56mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/48:33 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop4h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$436
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/295:00 amSEA - SBA
1 stop6h 59mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/312:08 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop6h 59mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$445
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
Wed 12/245:25 amSEA - SBA
1 stop6h 40mDelta
Tue 12/304:55 pmSBA - SEA
1 stop7h 25mDelta
Deal found 12/13$449

Find flight deals from Seattle to Santa Barbara

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) 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 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$137
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$83
(American Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$366

Good round-trip deal

$167 or less

Good one-way deal

$118 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Seattle/Tacoma Intl-Santa Barbara flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Seattle/Tacoma Intl-Santa Barbara flights.
From Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Santa Barbara
One-way flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Santa Barbara
High demand for flights, 0% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Santa Barbara.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Santa Barbara.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara that are best for you.

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Seattle

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SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 1/21

11:26 am-1:53 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/24

2:45 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$137

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 1/14

11:26 am-1:53 pm

Nonstop2h 27m

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/17

2:45 pm-5:30 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$137

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 1/21

9:25 am-4:16 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/24

4:59 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop5h 23m

$147

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 1/21

12:25 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops11h 19m

Santa Barbara

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

$158

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 2/10

5:15 am-2:20 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/14

4:25 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops7h 30m

$161

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 1/23

5:10 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Santa Barbara

Sun 1/25

6:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

$162

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 2/19

7:15 am-12:00 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Santa Barbara

Mon 2/23

2:20 pm-9:01 pm

1 stop6h 41m

$167

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 2/10

11:35 am-7:47 pm

1 stop8h 12m

Santa Barbara

Sat 2/14

2:38 pm-5:24 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

$167

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 1/29

2:29 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$83

SeattleSanta Barbara

SEA - SBA

SEASBA

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 1/9

12:35 pm-11:44 pm

2 stops11h 09m

$89

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/15

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Compare providers for flights from Seattle 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 Seattle 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

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

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara (average of $38). Flying from Seattle to Santa Barbara in July is currently the most expensive (average of $119). 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 SEA to SBA?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle 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 15, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 41% on flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to Santa Barbara. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to Santa Barbara flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Seattle 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 December 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Hawaiian Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you wish to fly to Santa Barbara from Seattle, then you need to book flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Santa Barbara. There are 2 flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) to Santa Barbara (SBA) per day to choose from. Flights to Santa Barbara from Seattle/Tacoma Intl are available from 4 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 29m is how long a nonstop flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara typically takes.

  • How popular is this Seattle to Santa Barbara flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Seattle to Santa Barbara in about 2h 27m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 8h 52m. The distance from Seattle to Santa Barbara is about 908 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Hawaiian Airlines ($138), Alaska Airlines ($157), and Southwest ($158) offers the cheapest pricing from Seattle to Santa Barbara. Users have found that Hawaiian Airlines is 50% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $75 on Southwest. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $78 and United Airlines from $88 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

    Consider Horizon Air (98%), Alaska Airlines (93%) or Hawaiian Airlines (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Seattle to Santa Barbara.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Seattle to Santa Barbara?

    On average you can expect to pay $219 for a flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara. The cheapest flight overall is $112 while the most popular route, (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Santa Barbara) is currently priced at $147.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Santa Barbara (average of $38). Flying from Seattle to Santa Barbara in July is currently the most expensive (average of $119). 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 Seattle to Santa Barbara

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Seattle 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$157Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$158Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$177Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$194Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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